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May 23, 2013
anthro-inspired block napkins. an easy tutorial!

Anthropologie-Inspired Pennant Napkins

Janel from NellieBellie is here today to share a quick and easy craft idea inspired by the Block Party Napkins from Anthropologie. I love a good knock-off, and these napkins are so cute!  Hello Positively Splendid readers!! I’m Janel from NellieBellie and I’m back today with an easy way to diy these napkins from Anthropologie… [...]

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May 22, 2013
Owl Key Chain :: Positively Splendid.com

Owl Key Chain with Martha Stewart Jewelry

This post is brought to you by Plaid Crafts. Anyone who knows me knows I am a girl who loves to accessorize, so when a box of gorgeous goodies from the new Martha Stewart Jewelry line recently arrived on my doorstep, I was delighted to dig right in! In my experience with Martha Stewart products from [...]

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May 20, 2013
Scalloped Sunglasses Case Sewing Pattern :: PositivelySplendid.com

Scalloped Sunglasses Case Sewing Pattern & Tutorial

With Memorial Day festivities this weekend, it is likely you’ll be donning your favorite sunglasses as you head out into the great outdoors. Ensure your shades stay scratch-free all summer long by making a pretty sunglasses case to tuck into your pool bag or purse using this quick and easy tutorial. This sunglasses case features [...]

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May 17, 2013
5 Simple Tips to Improve Your Sewing :: PositivelySplendid.com

5 Simple Tips to Improve Your Sewing

What would you say if I told you my best sewing tips are some of the simplest? Today I’m sharing five simple techniques and tricks that will immediately improve the quality of your sewing projects and help you take your sewing to the next level! A comment I have been asked many times by PS [...]

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May 16, 2013

Felt Toddler Travel Board

Gearing up for a long road trip with young children this summer? This easy, ingenious idea from contributor Jessica from Sunny Tuesday is just the ticket for keeping little hands busy during long stretches on the road! With a simple clipboard and a bit of felt, this Felt Toddler Travel Board is sure to be [...]

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May 15, 2013

So Pretty! Felt Book Review & Giveaway

Of any crafting medium, I have to say that felt ranks among my very favorites. From wearable accessories to home decor, there are countless different ways to create with felt, so when I was recently approached with the opportunity to get a first look at the new book So Pretty! Felt by Amy Palanjian, I [...]

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May 14, 2013
Vinyl-Embellished Hanging Baskets :: PositivelySplendid.com

Vinyl-Embellished Hanging Baskets

Nothing can enhance a home’s curb appeal more quickly than a colorful container garden, and I especially love to add character to our front porch with hanging baskets. Pre-planted hanging baskets can be very affordable, but the problem with many of them is that they lack pizzazz. Today I’m sharing a super quick, super easy [...]

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May 6, 2013
12 Last-Minute Handmade Mothers' Day Gifts

12 Last-Minute Handmade Mothers’ Day Gift Ideas

With Mothers’ Day coming up in less than a week, you might think it’s too late to put together a thoughtful handmade gift for a special mom in your life. Not at all! Today I’m sharing a round-up of projects from the PS archives that are perfect for last-minute Mothers’ Day gifts. Totally do-able in [...]

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May 2, 2013

Chic Tiled Herb Garden

Turn a pre-made wood planter into something special with chic mosaic tile to grow anything from herbs to seasonal flowers. PS contributor Megan from The Homes I Have Made is here today to show us exactly how this DIY outdoor planter is done! These would make marvelous gifts for teachers, moms, friends and more! Hello [...]

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April 19, 2013

Book Page Cupcake Toppers

End-of-school class parties in your future, or possibly a birthday party for a little bookworm in your life? Make these delightful book page cupcake toppers to help celebrate! PS contributor Jessica from Sunny Tuesday shares the details for how easily these come together. I love all things vintage and especially if they are also quick, [...]

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