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If Valentine’s isn’t the most acceptable time to send cheesy card lines we don’t know when is ;)
So plug in that glue gun, get some scissors and tape and let's get ready to send some smiles to your loved ones ;)
Crafting isn't just for kids!! But you knew that ;)
Show your home a little love and unleash your creativity with these three fun and easy home decor craft ideas! Read the tutorial on todays blog to make this beautiful 'ever-green' faux succulent plant.
Don't get stuck in a product design rut!! Join us for a little brainstorming session in today's blog! We're talking teething rings!!
Far from basic, these creative twists on a 'simple' product will get you excited to start on redesigning your own!
We love craft kits!! They're such an easy way to explore silicone crafting - everything is all there for you! Beads (in SO many sizes!), clips, clasps, string, accent beads - the possibilities are endless!
We sat down with our NEW Limited Edition Valentine's Craft Kits and made at least 7 easy crafts (with leftover beads to spare!) Today's blog post breaks down 2 tutorials: a Lanyard Clip Wristlet and an easy Beaded Bracelet (with an assembly tip you won't want to miss out on!!).
Wood is good, but color is.......well, COLOR!!! Don't get us wrong - the chic elegance of natural wood is a forever-favourite of ours, but when we began experimenting with dyeing techniques for our wood beads, we. were. hooked! It was so much fun we had to write a post about it!
Read on to learn how to dye your beads using a variety of methods!
Tell us! Have you ever tried dyeing beads?? Any suggestions or tips you learned?
You only get one chance to make a first impression, which is why it's super important that your packaging game be on point. Today's blog is filled with a few more tips, tricks and fresh ideas to help you showcase your products as the beautiful, high-quality pieces they are!
Did you love the first Packaging Hacks blogpost? Did you ever use any of the ideas in your own packaging?? Send us a pic! We'd LOVE to see!
BACK TO SCHOOL - in Style!!
In today's blog post, we're dishing up some seriously cute back to school gear! Personalize your kids zipper pulls, backpacks and pencil cases with washable and non fading silicone beads! Looking for something a little extra? Learn how to add a little bling to your kids' shoes!
As we start thinking about the end of the school year, we wanted to give you an early heads up to start planning your thank-you gifts!
We’ve got three adorable ideas to get you started!
One of the most beautiful things we’ve been taught this past in particular, is how important community is to us all!
In today's blog, we're showing you guys some awesome ideas for how to shower an expectant mom with love, whether in a small intimate setting or virtually!
Birthdays, anniversaries, weddings, babies - they’re part of the fabric of our lives, and some of them happen regardless of what may or may not be going on. So settle in and get inspired!
We have a weakness for handmade Christmas decor items (of course!) and the wood bead garland trend is giving us LIFE. Your supplies for this DIY Tassel Garland are minimal and it's such a fun little craft to do.
We suggest brewing a hot cup of coffee, turning on some Christmas tunes, and playing around with your crafting supplies ;)