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Mod Podge

Mod Podge Colorful Tea Caddy

I did this project in January of 2018. I wish I would have taken a few more pictures, however, I am going to write it up and tell you how I made this awesome tea caddy. It turned out so amazingly well, the paper and colors I picked made it POP. You need some supplies […]

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How to Mod Podge Photo Transfer – Tips and Tricks

One of the most popular things that Mod Podge makes is Photo Transfer. It is also one of the most challenging products to use. There are so many things that can go wrong. However, if you take your time, and follow these tips, you have a better chance of success. Don’t use an inkjet printer […]

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Geek Crafting

Fezes are Cool! I made one too!

I wasn’t able to go to GenCon this year but someone I know did and got me the Fez as done by Amanda Cumberland Fazzini. It’s not like in Doctor Who but it’s super fun with the cutouts! In the class at GenCon, they used hot glue to make the felt stick to the fez. I […]

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FolkArt Paint

Paint With Plaid – Blossoming Cactus

On June 29th, Plaid had the very first “Paint with Plaid – Paint Party”. I had the honor in filming this live stream. It was different from other live streams I have captured for them. Because you have to get in close and actually see the painting. It’s a learning curve and a work in progress. It […]

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Celebrate the 4th of July

I created something fun for the 4th of July. I’m not one for kitschy patriotic stuff. But I had a cut out of the United States that I needed to do something with. I was going to use it at a Splatter Party at Plaid. But it was clothes and bags. Note Post contains affiliate links […]

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Operation Travel Box – Las Vegas

When you do a craft for Vegas, you have to bring on the bling and sparkle. To do so is against several laws I think! This project was inspired by a post from Martha Stewart. She created travel boxes to keep mementos from trips you take. I love this idea. Doing a scrapbook takes way […]

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Painting

Space – The final craft fail

Things don’t go as planned. I had saved the Galaxy egg tutorial from Pinterest and knew I was going to do a painting very soon. I mean how hard could painting be? Well…. I”m here to tell you when you first start, Bob Ross can suck it because there are no happy little trees. It’s […]

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How To Make Sea Glass Candle Holders

I had a friend who bought a house with the most amazing pool. The pool is finally open and I wanted to give her something fun for the pool. My thoughts turned to Sea Glass. I had seen a few things on Pinterest that allows you to turn jars into Sea Glass. And I knew […]

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Flamingo Taxidermy inspired by Slumbering Alligator

One of my favorite crafters is Mark over at the Slumbering Alligator. His stuff he creates is wonky and fun. He has his own style and I love to see what he creates. He’s been one of the inspirations for me starting my blog, along with the Crafty Lumberjacks. It’s showing men can craft! One […]

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Craft Factor 9 Craft FolkArt Paint Mod Podge

My first Mod Podge craft – 2014 – Las Vegas Tile Board

Note: Post contains affiliate links to Amazon. When at Plaid the first time I waded back into the craft waters. I will try to give you what I used for this project, but some are gone into the far corners of my brain… They will never return! It’s a simple craft that I did! So, […]