<![CDATA[Crafts]]>http://www.sheknows.com/ Sat, 13 Apr 2013 06:00:00 -0700 <![CDATA[DIY Spring mantel sign]]> http://www.sheknows.com/living/articles/987609/diy-spring-mantel-sign With the temperatures rising and flowers beginning to bloom, it's time to put away your drab winter decor. Give your home a fresh new makeover for spring with this simple yet stunning spring mantel banner! http://www.sheknows.com/living/articles/987609/diy-spring-mantel-sign Living Crafts Home crafts Claire Gallam Wed, 10 Apr 2013 08:00:00 -0700 <![CDATA[6 Foam art ideas to have fun with your toddler]]> http://www.sheknows.com/parenting/articles/987915/foam-art-crafts-for-kids Need a few moments to get some work done, make an important phone call or unload the dishwasher? One word: foam. Whether you call it craft foam, foam stickers or smart foam, this ingenious product will engage your toddler for quite a while, letting them learn while they play and allowing you to take care of business. http://www.sheknows.com/parenting/articles/987915/foam-art-crafts-for-kids Parenting Age by Age Baby & Toddler Elizabeth Weiss McGolerick Mon, 08 Apr 2013 04:04:00 -0700 <![CDATA[How to find deals on handmade goods]]> http://www.sheknows.com/shopping/articles/986199/how-to-find-deals-on-handmade-goods Are you addicted to handmade goods and indie shops? Learn how to find incredible deals on indie goods online. We scoured the web for four of the best places to save money on handmade accessories, decor and gifts. http://www.sheknows.com/shopping/articles/986199/how-to-find-deals-on-handmade-goods Shopping Bargains, Savings & Shopping Tips Maria Mora Mon, 11 Mar 2013 13:00:00 -0700 <![CDATA[3 Family tree ideas for Women’s History Month]]> http://www.sheknows.com/parenting/articles/985565/womens-history-month-family-tree-crafts-for-kids What better way to celebrate Women’s History Month than to teach your children about all of the wonderful women in their own lineage? Gather your children and a few craft supplies and make these crafts to celebrate and commemorate all of the outstanding women in your child’s life. http://www.sheknows.com/parenting/articles/985565/womens-history-month-family-tree-crafts-for-kids Parenting Family Fun Crafts Amy Vowles Sun, 10 Mar 2013 07:54:00 -0700 <![CDATA[Best Peeps dioramas]]> http://www.sheknows.com/holidays-and-seasons/articles/984063/best-peeps-dioramas Marshmallow Peeps are Easter basket staples that have been around for decades. However, people do more than eat Peeps — they also use them to create cool art. http://www.sheknows.com/holidays-and-seasons/articles/984063/best-peeps-dioramas Holidays & Seasons Easter Kori Ellis Thu, 07 Feb 2013 14:57:00 -0800 <![CDATA[DIY award show themed photo booth]]> http://www.sheknows.com/living/articles/983593/diy-award-show-themed-photo-booth Thinking of having a party this year to celebrate all of the awards shows? Well, there's absolutely no excuse not to, because I am about to show you how you can make a completely awesome DIY award show photo booth by using things that you probably have around the house. Think I'm kidding? Just wait and see! http://www.sheknows.com/living/articles/983593/diy-award-show-themed-photo-booth Living Caroline Urdaneta Thu, 07 Feb 2013 12:18:00 -0800 <![CDATA[No-sew Valentine's Day mailbox tutorial]]> http://www.sheknows.com/holidays-and-seasons/articles/984049/no-sew-valentines-mailbox-tutorial Why should Valentine's Day get all the love? Make this easy, no-sew Valentine's Day craft for your children and shower them with love gifts each day leading up to Valentine's Day. http://www.sheknows.com/holidays-and-seasons/articles/984049/no-sew-valentines-mailbox-tutorial Holidays & Seasons Valentine's Day Valentine's Family Fun Kristin Bustamante Mon, 04 Feb 2013 05:56:00 -0800 <![CDATA[How to create a Valentine's Day pillow box for kids]]> http://www.sheknows.com/how-to/articles/981399/how-to-create-a-pillow-box Create a pillow box for Valentine candy with your kids. Perfect for teacher’s gifts or for handing out to loved ones, these sweet little crafts will delight the whole family. http://www.sheknows.com/how-to/articles/981399/how-to-create-a-pillow-box How-To Home How-tos Decorating How-tos Maria Mora Fri, 01 Feb 2013 09:41:00 -0800 <![CDATA[DIY painted flower wine glasses]]> http://www.sheknows.com/living/articles/982599/diy-painted-flower-wine-glasses There’s nothing better after a long, cold winter than the first batch of spring flowers. Unless of course you could fill those flowers with wine! Now, my friends, you can. Give a toast to spring with these festive wine glasses perfect for a ladies brunch, a wedding shower, or just to give as a gift. These glasses are inexpensive and relatively easy to make, and the best part is the options are only limited by your creativity. http://www.sheknows.com/living/articles/982599/diy-painted-flower-wine-glasses Living Crafts Home crafts Alicia McDonald Tue, 08 Jan 2013 14:19:00 -0800 <![CDATA[Make your own play pillow for kids]]> http://www.sheknows.com/parenting/articles/980933/make-a-play-pillow-for-kids Hosting a slumber party is sure to be fun but also comes with a great deal of uncertainty and responsibility. Will the kids cry and want to call home at 2 in the morning? Will they have fun or will they be bored? Will they ever go to bed?! http://www.sheknows.com/parenting/articles/980933/make-a-play-pillow-for-kids Parenting Super Moms Guide Super Mom Tips Caroline Urdaneta Tue, 18 Dec 2012 14:17:00 -0800 <![CDATA[Cool craft: Turn old crayons into fun, colorful shapes]]> http://www.sheknows.com/parenting/articles/979355/make-old-crayons-like-new-with-diy-craft Our art bin had been accumulating broken, blunt and forgotten crayons for some time. There was the small quandary of deciding to dump them in the trash or hang on to them with the hopes of my boys coming around to working with stubby pieces . http://www.sheknows.com/parenting/articles/979355/make-old-crayons-like-new-with-diy-craft Parenting Super Moms Guide Super Moms Guide: Family Activities Jennifer Kirk Fri, 14 Dec 2012 03:00:00 -0800 <![CDATA[DIY glittery heels ]]> http://www.sheknows.com/living/articles/978741/diy-glittery-heels Between holiday gifts, plane and train tickets, gas money and a ticket to that fancy NYE ball, it's no surprise we're left with just a few cents to our name come New Year's. But don't think that means you can't rock some stellar new pumps to match your party dress. With this super easy and cheap DIY, you can turn tired old shoes into sparkling new ones just in time for New Year's! http://www.sheknows.com/living/articles/978741/diy-glittery-heels Living Crafts Holiday crafts Claire Gallam Mon, 26 Nov 2012 12:32:00 -0800 <![CDATA[DIY 12 Days of Christmas wreath]]> http://www.sheknows.com/holidays-and-seasons/articles/977843/diy-12-days-of-christmas-wreath Do something different to count down the 12 days of Christmas this holiday season. This affordable DIY holiday wreath is made with tins that are perfect for hiding little treats or fun clues for gifts. http://www.sheknows.com/holidays-and-seasons/articles/977843/diy-12-days-of-christmas-wreath Holidays & Seasons Christmas Christmas Crafts & Decorating Kimberlee Bradford Wed, 07 Nov 2012 08:00:00 -0800 <![CDATA[Social media pressure to be a DIY mom?]]> http://www.sheknows.com/parenting/articles/975285/social-media-pressure-to-be-a-crafty-mom It seems like all around you, your mom friends are either pinning some kid-inspired DIY idea to Pinterest or posting their latest homemade creation on Facebook. All the while, your best attempt at a craft is drawing a stick figure on the note you put in your child’s lunch. So how do you not feel the social media pressure to become suddenly crafty and tap into your own talents instead? http://www.sheknows.com/parenting/articles/975285/social-media-pressure-to-be-a-crafty-mom Parenting Lisa Steinke Wed, 31 Oct 2012 06:14:00 -0700 <![CDATA[How to make decorated votive candles ]]> http://www.sheknows.com/how-to/articles/971791/how-to-make-votive-candles Want to add votive candles to your wedding? Learn how to make decorative votive candles for any theme. http://www.sheknows.com/how-to/articles/971791/how-to-make-votive-candles How-To Home How-tos Decorating How-tos Nicole Schwab Thu, 25 Oct 2012 06:17:00 -0700 <![CDATA[How to make a dry-erase board]]> http://www.sheknows.com/how-to/articles/970335/how-to-make-a-dry-erase-board Whiteboards are the new blackboards. Create your own and you have a fun and functional tool for kids who are back in school. http://www.sheknows.com/how-to/articles/970335/how-to-make-a-dry-erase-board How-To Home How-tos Chriselle Asuma-Irion Mon, 22 Oct 2012 06:00:00 -0700 <![CDATA[How to make a ribbon pinboard]]> http://www.sheknows.com/how-to/articles/969811/how-to-make-a-ribbon-pinboard A ribbon pinboard is a fantastic addition to any girl's dorm room. It's a functional way to display pictures and notes while adding a bit of chic flair to the room. Here's the how-to on making a ribbon pinboard for your college student. http://www.sheknows.com/how-to/articles/969811/how-to-make-a-ribbon-pinboard How-To Home How-tos Decorating How-tos Chriselle Asuma-Irion Wed, 10 Oct 2012 10:20:00 -0700 <![CDATA[How to make a photo runner]]> http://www.sheknows.com/how-to/articles/971493/how-to-make-a-photo-runner Personal memories handpicked by the bride and groom are easily the most important details to weave into a wedding, especially displayed in a unique, heartfelt way. Here is a simple DIY photo runner -- perfect for any venue surface -- that is ideal for any wedding with a little touch of elegance and originality. http://www.sheknows.com/how-to/articles/971493/how-to-make-a-photo-runner How-To Love & Relationships How-tos Kortney Tenaglia Wed, 10 Oct 2012 07:00:00 -0700 <![CDATA[How to make a silhouette painting]]> http://www.sheknows.com/how-to/articles/967871/how-to-make-a-silhouette-painting DIY projects can be a lot of fun, but they can also be super time-consuming and expensive. For this DIY silhouette painting, most of the supplies will be easily accessible from your own home. This is also a project you’ll be able to complete within one hour, max. The end result is elegant, fun and personal. http://www.sheknows.com/how-to/articles/967871/how-to-make-a-silhouette-painting How-To Home How-tos Decorating How-tos Sarah Brooks Fri, 05 Oct 2012 08:56:00 -0700 <![CDATA[Festive for fall: 7 leaf craft ideas]]> http://www.sheknows.com/living/articles/972703/festive-for-fall-7-leaf-craft-ideas Your lawn is filling up with leaves faster that you can rake them away. Before you bundle them up and leave them at the curb, let the kids pick a few and craft a little creativity with these fabulous projects. http://www.sheknows.com/living/articles/972703/festive-for-fall-7-leaf-craft-ideas Living Crafts Home crafts Jessica Watson Wed, 26 Sep 2012 02:04:00 -0700 <![CDATA[Guilt-free treats for kids]]> http://www.sheknows.com/food-and-recipes/articles/969399/guilt-free-treats-for-kids Play with your food! Kids love food toys, so whip up a few of your own with things you probably already have around the house. Create fun fake food with simple craft supplies to make sweet treats without the calories. Kids will have fun helping make these guilt-free treats -- each one requires adult supervision -- while you give them something cute and sweet to play with. http://www.sheknows.com/food-and-recipes/articles/969399/guilt-free-treats-for-kids Food & Recipes Family Recipes Maggie Marton