Tag: do-it-yourself

Crafts, DIY Tutorials, Fall DIY, Home Decor, Seasonal DIY Projects

3 DIY Fall Home Décor Ideas

by Sharifa Creates3 Comments on 3 DIY Fall Home Décor Ideas

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When fall arrives you expect for the temperature to drop 10 to 20 degrees, leaves to change color and flutter from the trees, and for the local coffee shop to offer your favorite spiced drinks.

Well, fall began over a month ago and only one of those three things has happened here in Texas. I’ll give you a hint- it wasn’t the first two.

*Sigh*

I’m not going to complain because to be honest, if it were cold, I’d wish it were hot outside. I’ll let Mother Nature do her thing and patiently wait for cooler temperatures. In the meantime, I’ll craft up fall decorations to help me get into the fall spirit.

Whether fall is in full effect or you are experiencing a completely different season (like me), here are 3 Fall Décor Ideas to warm your home. Continue reading “3 DIY Fall Home Décor Ideas” →

Craft & Chill, Crafts, DIY Tutorials, Fashion

DIY Glitter Stud Earrings

by Sharifa Creates3 Comments on DIY Glitter Stud Earrings

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I recently updated my blog post, DIY Stud Earrings, and realized it had been a while since I made earrings. I decided to make a pair since I still had earring making supplies. I wanted this pair to be different from earrings I already owned. I had recently purchased a  multi-pack of glitter tubes and was looking for a way to incorporate the glitter into my DIY projects. This was Continue reading “DIY Glitter Stud Earrings” →

Craft & Chill, Crafts, DIY Tutorials, Home Decor, Valentine's Day DIY

DIY Gold Leaf Flower Vase

by Sharifa Creates6 Comments on DIY Gold Leaf Flower Vase

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Flower vases are basic room décor items. You can find them literally everywhere- doctors’ offices, model homes, your auntie’s house… just everywhere! Until recently I felt that flower vases were super outdated and overdone. However, I began to see the beauty in them after scrolling through Pinterest and seeing pin Continue reading “DIY Gold Leaf Flower Vase” →

Craft & Chill, Crafts, DIY Tutorials, Party Decorations, Valentine's Day DIY

How To Make Tissue Paper Tassels

by Sharifa Creates14 Comments on How To Make Tissue Paper Tassels

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What’s light, fluffy and crinkly?

You guessed it, tissue paper tassels! Paper tassels make great decorations for any occasion including dinner parties, weddings, baby showers and birthdays. You can make them in just about any color at a super affordable price. It only takes one sheet of tissue paper to make two tassels. Keep reading to learn how to make them! Continue reading “How To Make Tissue Paper Tassels” →

Crafts, DIY Tutorials, Seasonal DIY Projects, Valentine's Day DIY

A Box of Chocolates

by Sharifa Creates2 Comments on A Box of Chocolates

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Have you ever received a box of chocolates as a Valentine’s Day gift and automatically cringed? I know I have. I’m never sure if it will taste like actual chocolate or cardboard. People give what they are able to afford, so I’m not here to judge. However, if you want to give your loved one a box of chocolates without being too cheap or spending huge bucks, then do-it-yourself. Create a heart shaped box of chocolate with treats that they’ll love! Here’s how:  Continue reading “A Box of Chocolates” →

Christmas DIY, Crafts, DIY Tutorials, Seasonal DIY Projects

DIY Glitter Christmas Trees

by Sharifa Creates3 Comments on DIY Glitter Christmas Trees

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On the 7th day of Christmas, my true love gave to me… Glitter Christmas Trees!

Most people put their Christmas trees up a few days after Thanksgiving. My family, however, waits until December 24th to do so. I think Christmas catches us off guard, but we always pull it off. For Day 7 of 12 Days of Christmas, I’ll show you how to DIY a Christmas tree that takes no time to assemble! Continue reading “DIY Glitter Christmas Trees” →

Christmas DIY, Crafts, DIY Tutorials, Seasonal DIY Projects

Glitter Christmas Carol Banner DIY + FREE Template

by Sharifa Creates11 Comments on Glitter Christmas Carol Banner DIY + FREE Template

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On the 3rd Day of Christmas, my true love gave to me…a holiday garland!

In elementary school, I was a member of the school choir. I loved singing in the choir, especially around Christmas time because we would go caroling at local businesses to spread holiday cheer. And cheer is exactly what our audience felt. People were so excited to hear us sing that they shed tears of joy!

Carols are a great way to get into the holiday spirit. For Day 3 of 12 Days of Christmas, I’ll show you how to spread holiday cheer in a creative and chic way. Here’s how to make a Christmas Carol Garland! Continue reading “Glitter Christmas Carol Banner DIY + FREE Template” →