crafts/diy Archive

How to Make a Smudge Stick
September 29, 2017
I recently created this smudge stick for PopSugar.com, so click here for the complete how-to. I love to sage my home and release negative and stagnate energy. In this article, I give tips, tricks and a how-to to make the smudge stick. To create the project, you’ll need: Supplies: 7-inch sturdy stick from your backyard

How to Make Slime!!!!
September 29, 2017
OnlineLabels.com recently requested a post on slime. It is such an awesome science experiment and activity for Kai. Normally Kai isn’t much interested in my projects anymore. But when I told him I was going to make slime. He was all about it. He came with me to buy the supplies and was with me

Harry Potter Flower Pot
September 29, 2017
I haven’t been posting lately…so sorry. I’ve been busy creating for companies and working on my fine art: www.kellyjoyladd.com But, I’m back!! Here is one of my favorite new projects that I created for Pop Sugar because I’m such a Harry Potter fan. For complete instructions head to PopSugar.com. Do you love Harry Potter? I’ve

DIY Tie Dye Sneakers with Sharpies
June 30, 2017
It’s summer…You know what that means…tie dye DIY projects! Yay for kids…Boo for moms (because of the mess) No worries. I’ve got you covered. I recently made these mess free tie dye sneakers for Momtastic.com that uses Sharpies and rubbing alcohol. Easy Peasy. Click here for the complete how-to. It was a simple project. In

DIY 4th of July T-Shirt + Free Printable
June 29, 2017
I love the 4th of July. Lots of swimming, family and fireworks. I always like to get Kai a 4th of July t-shirt, so this year I thought I’d make him one. I used iron on transfers from onlinelabels.com. I was a bit nervous doing it actually. Would it turn it? Out I mess it

DIY Greeting Cards
May 8, 2017
Instead of paying a fortune for greeting cards (they can be more than $5 a pop!), make your own. I used labels from onlinelabels.com to do just that. Take an hour one weekend and make a lot for all different occasions. So, next time there is an occasion where you need a card, you have

Easy DIY Herb Garden
April 25, 2017
Here is the easiest herb garden you’ll ever make. All you need are: jars soil rocks seeds or starter plants labels (you can find them here.) Instructions: (For the full tutorial, visit blog.onlinelabels.com) Step 1: Fill your jars 1/3 of the way with rocks. Step 2: Fill the rest of your jar with soil. Step

Paint Your Own Wrapping Paper + Gift Tag Printables
March 31, 2017
When it comes to wrapping gifts, I like to make it special. This time, I’ve painted plain white paper with graphic shapes and bright neon colors. Check out the full tutorial over at onlinelabels.com. It’s so easy to do and really it doesn’t take too time. First you have to paint your paper. Here are

Celebrating Easter with Peeps
March 28, 2017
I love Easter. The weather is nice and there are new beginnings all around. A few years back I made (but never posted) these little Easter peep placeholders. They are super easy to make. Paint a small flower pot that you can pick up at craft stores. Then decorate the rim with washi tape

Owl Cupcake Liner Mask Craft
February 3, 2017
Isn’t this owl mask adorable? Best part, you make it with cupcake liners and a paper plate. Honestly, it can’t get any easier or mor inexpensive than this. Owls have been so trendy the last few years. I think it’s because their eyes are so big and so cute. (In fact, here is another owl