Here’s the situation: the teenager had a gift exchange at high school and she wanted to keep it simple with a Starby’s gift card and some Sour Patch Kids. (Yawn) But unfortunately for her, she’s my kid, and we can’t roll with straight up boring gifts. We did get the...
How To
Mommyupgrade has a ton of tutorials on everything from decorating cupcakes to making your own version of designer home decorations. At the moment the most popular tutorial on the site is how to make fake water but there are many other DIY How Tos including:
Craft Room Ideas and Advice
Depending on how dedicated a crafter you are, these craft room ideas may help you plan and organize your perfect workspace.
Smart and Crafty Craft Storage Ideas
This post is co-written by my talented, artistic friend and architect, Laura Davis, Vice President and Principal of hpd architecture + interiors. As dedicated crafters, we know how important it is to have a designated space for all my creative supplies. Let's face...
Top Handmade Gift Ideas 2023
I’ve always considered that handcrafted gifts carry more meaning than store bought ones, especially when they are customized to the recipient’s taste. In this era of fast fashion and cheap imports, handmade gifts allow me the opportunity to personalize the gift with...
How to Make Adorable Flower Fairies (Easily!)
These adorable flower fairies are easy to make, and completely adaptable to whatever season or party theme you need.
Easy Soccer Locker Decorations for Traveling Teams (and Teens)
Members of traveling kids’ teams hang these soccer door hangers on their hotel room doors so they know which room their friends are in.
Mini Farmhouse Wreath Craft Project
This easy mini-farmhouse wreath craft, uses Dollar Tree mini-pallets, a snippet of Christmas garland and a few other bits and pieces you may already have in your craft cupboard. Check it out!
Kentucky Derby Inspired Wall Art Craft
This Kentucky Derby inspired wall art craft was fun and easy to make and can be adapted for any occasion or celebration.
Easy Easter Egg Decorating Hack
Here’s a quick and easy Easter egg decorating hack. No paint or water involved but the eggs come out beautifully. Click through to see how.
Upcycled School Uniform Teacher’s Gifts
Teacher’s gifts do not get more fun or meaningful than these gorgeous DIY upcycled school uniform ornaments.
Reliant Energy Gingerbread House Decorating Content Hits Close to Home
If you had 45 minutes, a table full of surprise candy, and a blank gingerbread house, what would you make for a $1000 donation to your charity? That's what I did last night. Participating in the Reliant Energy sponsored Gingerbread House Decorating contest is the...
DIY Lantern Tile Christmas Ornaments
“Hey, what are we making this year for our Christmas presents?” Each year, me and my bestie in Ohio, virtually make similar gifts to give to all our friends and family. “Mosaic tile ornaments,” because Molly’s always up on the trends. “Um, say what?” Me, not on Tik...
Day of the Dead Cakes
Day of the Dead cakes are easy to make and look great. In fact, I think they may become an annual tradition in my house. Here’s how I made them.
Easy Soccer Locker Decorations
These soccer locker decorations are super easy to make with few materials needed. They adapt really well to any sport, theme or holiday too.