How to Make Texture Art
Texture art has played a special role in my creative journey. It all began eight years ago. I was looking for a way to create freely without getting bogged down in the details. I started...
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How To Make Scrunchie Barrettes
Hair scrunchies never go away. They only evolve! I am surprised by how designers develop more innovative scrunchie styles even though they have been around for decades. There are jumbo scrunchies, super skinny scrunchies, scrunchie...
Creative Responsibility
A common misconception in the do-it-yourself community is that there are no rules when creating. I get it – nothing is more exciting than being in your element. You may feel invincible, but there are...
The Art of Collaging
I enjoy creating collages. My first memory of making one was in elementary school. My teacher gave me the task of ripping up tissue paper and gluing it to cardstock. The simplicity of collaging has...
Sweet Sixty Birthday Party Décor
I celebrated my mother’s 60th birthday with family and her close friends this month. We called the occasion a “Sweet Sixty,” a playful twist on “Sweet Sixteen.” We had an enjoyable time filled with laughter...
Fall Sign DIY Tutorial
“In everything give thanks: for this is the will of God in Christ Jesus concerning you.” 1 Thessalonians 5:18, KJV September is here! It marks the unofficial start of fall for many people. They begin...
Celebrating 8 Years of Sharifa Creates
“You are the light of the world. A town built on a hill cannot be hidden. Neither do people light a lamp and put it under a bowl. Instead they put it on its stand,...
3-D Party Banner DIY Tutorial
Make it your goal to celebrate your accomplishments – even the “small” wins. Celebrate your work promotion AND finally perfecting a recipe. Celebrations do not have to be extravagant undertakings. Simply do whatever brings you...
Glitter 101: A Guide to Crafting with Glitter
Do you have a love-hate relationship with glitter? You love the way it enhances your DIY projects but hate the way it trails behind you long after you are done crafting. I felt the same...
How To Make Confetti
I learned how to make cascarones (confetti eggs) in my middle school Spanish class. My teacher, Ms. Brown, asked each student to bring six hollow eggs. We dyed the shells bright colors and drew decorative...
Letter Banner DIY Tutorial + Cut Files
Letter banners are a creative way to send a bold, yet beautiful message. I use them as festive party decorations and dazzling statement pieces for my home. Although I adore letter banners, the process of...
How To Make Glitter Paint
Crafters and glitter have a love-hate relationship. While glitter is an exciting medium to work with, it is painful to clean up. It trails behind you long after you are done crafting. I could write...