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I’m not feeling too sparkly tonight, y’all. Mr. Punkin, my dear sweet 19 year old cat is just not going to make it, I’m afraid. As a result, my DIY Patriotic Firecracker Paper Straws Jewelry tutorial is a little behind. So, if you have any leftover paper straws now that the day is almost done,… Read More
Happy Father’s Day weekend, everyone!! I’m sharing a Father’s Day Tool Box Duct Tape DIY with you crafty creatives out there. Father’s Day Tool Box Duct Tape DIY Here’s another last minute Father’s Day DIY gift project that you can make for dear old dad by tomorrow. Simple, functional and cute! I was inspired by… Read More
Here’s wishing you a Happy Father’s Day weekend! Father’s Day Card & Tie Clip DIY Here’s one of my newest holiday cards for anyone with tons of craft supplies still needing project ideas for a last minute Father’s Day gift. I got this idea from Crafting a Green World’s blog post and have tweaked it to… Read More
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2,100 YouTube subscribers WOW!!! Thank you all sparkly bunches! I just reached 2,100 YouTube subscribers today over at my channel!! I’m working on more fresh content for you all. I hope to begin posting monthly. I think I may post on and call it Sparkly Sundays! Would you like to see videos posted on the… Read More
I have had great customer service before, especially from fellow Etsians, however, this shop owner blew me away!! Divine Designs by Bonni has a wonderful scrapbooker’s paradise of an Etsy shop! I found her while searching for a Tie & Bowtie Darice embossing folder for an upcoming Father’s Day jewelry and card making workshop that… Read More
I have had great customer service before, especially from fellow Etsians, however, this sparkly shop owner blew me away! Therefore, I felt compelled to do my first ever Etsy shop review!! I even made a short video. This video thank you card is to show all the extra goodies that she included with my order.… Read More
I just loved making these pretty rose themed dangle earrings, but my favorite part was creating a themed and functional flower vase earring card holder for this gift. I got to finally use some long lost card making supplies to create an earring card holder in a floral theme to mimic the earrings. I learned… Read More
A fun floral DIY card and handmade jewelry gifts for mom on Mother’s Day with video tutorials.
