Articles Archive for March 2011
$1 and Free, cheap crafts, Headline, Holidays, Kids »
I’m a big fan of jewelry that holds other things (like lockets or locket rings), so I was entertained by the idea of creating an Easter egg ring that opens to reveal a surprise. Of course, a big Easter egg ring like this is completely impractical, but it’s a fun bauble for kids to make and wear around for a day. I found the ring …
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Prepare to be amazed! Over at Bugaboo, Mini Mr. & Me, Kimberly made this lucky shamrock wreath for St. Patrick’s Day out of a material that will blow your mind. The timing is great, because it’s a summer seasonal item that is currently hitting the shelves at dollar stores everywhere! I’m a big fan of unique wreath designs, and I just adore the originality of …
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Last weekend we celebrated Buzz’s 6th birthday with a big Despicable Me themed bash. It was a blast! We came up with three different games, some great dollar store decor, and some SUPER fun (and less than typical!) party favors. And, in true Dollar Store Crafts fashion, everything was done on the cheap! 17 kids, 20 t-shirts, 18 squirt guns, 2 fun games, and some …
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This is one of those ideas that’s been bouncing around in my head for a long time. I thought up the general concept but never quite got around to figuring out the mechanics. Then I got the opportunity to guest post today at The CSI Project on the theme of spring and I knew it was perfect. Introducing the Spring Cleaning flower vase!
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No matter your paper craft of choice, this 3D paper shamrock embellishment is perfect for all kinds of St. Patrick’s Day projects. I used mine to decorate the front of a greeting card, but you could also use it in a scrapbook layout, or assemble it on a green background and use an Xacto knife to cut it out and attach it to anything you …
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Feel like being crafty for St. Patrick’s Day but short on time? No problem! We’ve gathered up a collection of free St. Paddy’s printables to help you whip up some no-fuss festiveness. Whether you’re looking for printable artwork to frame for a mantel display or you’re planning a St. Patrick’s Day party and need to whip up quick party favors, these links will take you …
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In January, we posted a written tutorial for the recycled t-shirt bib necklace designed by Sophie from The Sisters 4 Say More is More. You can make this one-of-a-kind necklace with just a t-shirt and some craft supplies you already have on hand. And best of all, if you have a t-shirt to spare, this project won’t cost you anything!
Project Estimate:
T-shirt, $1 or on …
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St. Patrick’s Day is right around the corner (March 17th this year). Stumped on how to celebrate? We’ve scoured the web for some of the best St. Patrick’s tutorials, recipes and crafts. Did we miss any? Let us know in the comments!
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Poor St. Patrick’s Day; it always seems to get overshadowed by Valentine’s Day and Easter. (Although I will admit that I do have a weakness for candy-based holidays, which just might explain the phenomenon.) Show St. Paddy’s some love by making a quick, simple bouquet of paper shamrocks. Lila from Sweet and Lovely Crafts made hers using a free shamrock template that she found online …
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I’m a huge fan of sunburst mirrors, and especially when they use inexpensive materials! This pretty sunburst mirror, by The Nester, has pretty leaves on it which are made by a material that is always available at the dollar store. Can you guess what it is?
