News — Crafts

Picture it: it’s the end of the day. Maybe it’s been really stressful or maybe it’s been a really good day. Either way, you can’t wait to break into that bottle of wine calling to you from the refrigerator. When the glorious moment finally arrives, you pour your glass. But have you ever stopped and looked at the wine cork sitting there on the counter (or in your hand) and realized that this seemingly insignificant object has enormous potential? Obviously, on its own it’s nothing but a simple cork. But add several other corks and you have nearly endless crafting...

Have you been considering taking up a new hobby this winter? You probably need one to lower your stress and anxiety levels during this long and grueling plague year. Whittling may be the answer you’ve been searching for. This all-level craft hobby can keep your hands occupied for hours, giving your eyes a much-needed break from all those screens. There are many tools and guides available for a step-by-step welcome into whittling. Some of the best whittling kits also include all the tools beginners need to learn how to whittle. Your new love for whittling may result in new Christmas...

Desperate times call for desperate measures. Or in my case, desperation to create before I go insane calls for repurposing coat hangers and pool noodles for DIY projects. That’s what staying home has come to now. Haha! And you know what? All of this repurposing and using-what-you-have type projects all over social media and blogs these last few weeks, despite the trying times, has reminded me of the fond good ol’ days of blogging. Remember back when blogs were all very budget-focused and full of innovative ideas and not driven by affiliate links. I miss it. I really do. And...