My mother has a whole slew of germaphobic-based suggestions including: -Never touch the comforter in a hotel room (hotels rarely wash them between guests). -Wash all clothing twice using the hottest water possible. -Lysol is the only acceptable cleaning product…
During the first two years that I lived in my house I don’t think I stepped foot in my backyard more than a handful of times. It was a real shame considering the fact that my house is fairly small…
My favorite DIYs are those that cost little to throw together and just happen to land in your lap, like a gift. Which is why I was thrilled to stumble on a pack of black and white vintage French postcards…
I’m almost tired of seeing himmeli everywhere…almost. Sure the days of being really impressed by glass geometric shapes are waning, and the time you found out that those coveted hanging himmelis were made from mere straws is long behind…
Editor’s Note: We’re beyond excited to welcome Dear Handmade Life staff member LP Hastings to the blog. You may know LP as our photographer, event assistant and videographer (check out the video she made at Craftcation Conference 2015 to see…
I’m not going to exaggerate. I love pencil cases. When I hear someone say they don’t need a pencil case, I can’t help but ask that person– in my own head, of course– “Are you a human? Do you have…
Editor’s Note: We’re beyond excited to welcome Dear Handmade Life staff member LP Hastings to the blog. You may know LP as our photographer, event assistant and videographer (check out the video she made at Craftcation Conference 2015 to see…
Choosing a frame and mat for a work of art can be a creative feat in and of itself. Finish, mat color, integration with the rest of your decor, and cost are all factors to consider. There’s a lot to…
Last fall, I was hired to decorate and set up a small private wedding in Los Angeles. The bride was a fan of the big paper flowers that I had at my wedding and wanted something similar, except she wanted an…
Before we get into our DIY project today… a quick reminder that Craftcation: Business + Makers Conference registration starts TODAY! The first 50 people to register get $50 off! Craftcation is our annual four-day business + makers conference featuring industry…
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