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Daily Delight: Felt Crayon Holder

by Grant Dudley May 9, 2013 1 Comment

OK, I have to admit — when my fellow blogger (Sarah) recommended I feature this felt crayon holder as a Daily Delight, I had to ask her, “Why would you make a holder for crayons — don’t they still come in boxes?” Of course this craft is absolutely adorable, but the simple box is a no-go these days?

EXTRA: HOW TO MAKE RECYCLED CRAYONS >>

Well, Sarah — who is a mom to two little boys — had to set me straight. A felt crayon holder comes in handy because a traditional crayon box is big, bulky and doesn’t hold up when you put it in a carrying bag. Also, crayons fall out of boxes very easily — whereas this little contraption holds them tight.

From Skip To My Lou

Thank you for the 411, Sarah. Think I can get one of these made for my BICs?

More Crayon Ideas:
Melted Crayon Art for Kids
Removing Crayon and Marker
Washable Crayon T-Shirts for Kids
How to Make a Crayon Quilt Block

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Daily Delight: DIY Little Boy Bow Tie (Too Cute!)

by Grant Dudley April 2, 2013 1 Comment

Make a spring bow tie for your little guy — Jessica from Living the Swell Life shows you how.

DIY Boy Bow Tie

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Daily Delight: Vintage Rotary Telephone Perfect for Collectors

by Grant Dudley April 1, 2013 7 Comments

Real mink has been added to this phone’s receiver while its base has been uniquely bedazzled with fabric, gems, glitter, and beads (notice the artful pinup cutout on the right). This stunning antique telephone would be a perfect addition to any room with a Moroccan flair.

Telephone As Art

Weekday Crafternoon: Baker’s Twine-Wrapped Easter Eggs

by Marianne Canada March 20, 2013 4 Comments

Easter comes early this year, so here at HGTV we’ve been elbow deep in egg decorating for weeks. You just never know when you’ll find one of our editors marbling, gilding, tattooing, or glittering eggs, we’re that committed. My contribution? These super cute baker’s twine-wrapped paper mache eggs. Check it out:

Baker’s twine is so on trend right now, and it finds a new purpose when wrapped around paper mache eggs, don’t you think?

Learn how to make these Baker's Twine-Wrapped Easter Eggs on Weekday Crafternoon

Already have your egg-decorating plans in place? Then don’t miss these other Easter decor ideas:

Weekday Crafternoon: Easter Wreath With Paper Flowers

by Marianne Canada March 5, 2013 8 Comments

The calendar is telling me that spring should be making an appearance any day now (not to mention that pesky groundhog), but y’all? It is COLD here. We had a hard freeze this week at HGTV headquarters, and there is snow in the forecast tomorrow. Snow! I am doggedly ignoring all of this and instead looking at this lovely Easter wreath, packed with charming paper flowers and so easy to make, it will warm your heart (if not your freezing hands). Check out the DIY video:

The best part of this floral wreath? It’s inexpensive and, if stored properly, can be enjoyed for many spring seasons to come.

DIY Easter Wreath

So, what’s the weather like in your part of the world? Are you dreaming of spring decor while there’s frost on the ground?

Want more crafty inspiration? Check out past episodes of Weekday Crafternoon right here.

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Daily Delight: Rainbow-Pour Painted Pots

by Grant Dudley February 21, 2013 7 Comments

Either I’ve been inspired by the new HGTV Gardens website, or I know that spring is just around the corner (March 20!), or maybe it’s both — but, I can’t get enough of outdoorsy talk. Plants, flowers, gardens, warmer temps, beach vacations, whatever — bring it!

I noticed this week while perusing Pinterest that my fellow blogger Jessica pinned this photo below. This is a craft project from Dilly-Dali Art that you can do with your kiddos that will be fun for them and you, and the end result will be a stunning pot to use for your spring flowers.

From Dilly-Dali Art

Do you have spring fever, yet?

Valentine’s Day Recipe: Make Cupid’s Arrow Hot Chocolate

by Liz Gray February 7, 2013 3 Comments

Are you sweet on someone? Feel like you’ve been shot by cupid’s arrow? Valentine’s Day puns aside, this hot chocolate, complete with an arrow-embellished straw and heart-shaped marshmallows, is a great way to show your Valentine that you care.

Make This Valentine’s Day Hot Chocolate At Home

Weekday Crafternoon: How To Knit a Scarf + Valentine Pin

by Marianne Canada February 6, 2013 5 Comments

If you don’t know how to knit, the process can seem mystifying — two sticks, a ball of yarn, some knots and presto! It’s a scarf. But really, learning to knit a simple scarf is super easy. In fact, the cute kid’s scarf in this video only requires learning two steps.

To fasten the scarf, you can buy a pin or make this sweet stuffed heart pin just in time for Valentine’s Day. Click here for the step-by-step on making your own heart pin. Even if knitting is still a challenge, the pin is great for crafters of all skill levels!

Knitted Scarf and Valentine Pin

Don’t forget, you can find loads more adorable Valentine’s Day crafts and projects on HGTV.com. Happy crafting!

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Daily Delight: Playful Pennant Christmas Tree Skirt

by Grant Dudley December 6, 2012 5 Comments

Keep your Christmas tree grounded with school spirit and vintage flair with a one-of-a-kind souvenir pennant tree skirt.

Christmas Tree Skirt

Give me a C! — C! Give me an H! — H! Give me an R! — R! Give me an I! — I! OK, you get the point.

Goooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooo CHRISTMAS!

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Daily Delight: Gumdrop Turkey

by Grant Dudley November 16, 2012 7 Comments

Adults speaking with baby voices are annoying. Don’t you think talking to your little one with correct grammar only speeds along their development? I say that (sounding big and bad), but then there’s the gumdrop turkey.

Apparently, this little guy causes me to throw my cynicism out the window. Every time I look at this picture I immediately launch into: “Wook at this wittle, itty-bitty turkeeeeeeeeey. I just wanna eat him up, yes I do. Yes I do! Gobble, gobble.”

Gumdrop Turkey