Category Archives: Summer Crafts

Patriotic Craft Roundup: Wreaths, Centerpieces & Flags

Posted on May 14, 2013 by

How did this happen – Memorial Day, the official start of the summer season, is less than two weeks away! Before any more time sneaks up on me, I’ve pulled together a roundup of more than a dozen patriotic crafts … Continue reading →

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A make-it-in-20-minutes Mother’s Day gift idea

Posted on May 10, 2013 by

Oh yes, you still have time to make a last-minute Mother’s Day gift! When I wrote the Teacup Topiary post last week, I thought about how I might change it up. (Do you do that a lot? When you see … Continue reading →

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We’re rockin’ & rollin’ today (Or, how to make a Pebble Mosaic Garden Ball)

Posted on August 15, 2012 by

When does your garden “rock” and “roll”? When you’ve made a Pebble Mosaic Garden Ball! Yes, today’s joke is lame but these Mosaic Garden Balls are anything but. Rocks and pebbles have a subtle, natural beauty that’s right at home … Continue reading →

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Neon crafts are “hot” and so is this pretty, Paper Flower Wreath

Posted on August 8, 2012 by

Are you a fan of neon crafts? Super-bright, neon colors are as hot right now as this hot, hot summer. I confess that I’m not always a fan of neon crafts, and I struggle to find neon accents that I … Continue reading →

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Here’s a beautiful collection of beach theme, DIY wall art

Posted on August 7, 2012 by

We all know what’s right around the corner, and I’m just not ready to go there . . . So today’s DIY wall art tutorial celebrates summertime. If you have a room decorated in a beach theme, or a bag … Continue reading →

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Mosaic mania: Make a mosaic masterpiece for indoors, too

Posted on July 27, 2012 by

While I’ve shared tips and techniques for Mosaic Garden Balls this week, mosaics have a place indoors, too. Mosaic master Kathleen George shares a couple of ideas for creating mosaics that I would love to have in my home – … Continue reading →

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DIY Garden Mosaic Balls tutorial #3: Tile ‘em!

Posted on July 26, 2012 by

This week, Crafts ‘n Coffee is all about giving Mother Nature a little help out in the garden. Today’s classic mosaic technique uses tile and grout to create Garden Mosaic Balls in beautiful colors and patterns. Kathleen George uses two … Continue reading →

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These Mosaic Garden Balls are smashing! How to DIY a China Mosaic Garden Ball

Posted on July 25, 2012 by

This project is a smashing success, though less drama is better when smashing your plates, and you’ll want to cushion them in a towel first. China Mosaic Garden Balls are a fun way to repurpose old china, whether it’s your … Continue reading →

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Make a mosaic for your garden: Here’s how to make a Mosaic Garden Ball

Posted on July 24, 2012 by

It’s hot, it’s dry, and with a record breaking drought across most of the country, no amount of watering is going to make the garden look good. What might help the garden, however, would be a burst of color from … Continue reading →

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DIY a duct tape wreath? Oh, yes you can!

Posted on July 18, 2012 by

Where do you get your inspiration? Or maybe I should say, your craziest ideas? As you might know, I love the look of tie dye (evidenced by my Tie-Dye Ribbon Wreath and Tie-Dye Bulletin Board?). And, I wondered what I … Continue reading →

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