Hello Sweet Friends, HOOT, HOOT! Did you know October is Owl Month? I didn’t until recently, but it makes PERFECT sense. These nocturnal creatures are most active in the FALL, establishing their winter territories. And they make an ideal symbol for Halloween, being a creature of the night and …
Upcycled Glass Jar Jack o’lanterns
Hello Sweet Friends, Are you the kind of person who saves glass jars? Me, too. I just can’t stand throwing a good glass jar into the trash. I will clean them, soak and scrape the labels, and stash them out of sight. Sometimes in kitchen cabinets, other times the garage or the craft room, or maybe …
DIY Fall Heart Sign
(Dollar Tree sign makeover) Hello Sweet Friends, For today’s craft project, I decided to makeover a Dollar Tree Valentine heart-shaped sign. I don’t really decorate a lot for Valentines Day. In fact, not very much at all. But FALL decorations are only second to Christmas decorations in my …
Dollar Tree Foam Pumpkin Makeover
Hello Sweet Friends, I’ve been working on many fall craft projects lately and I LOVE them all. But I’ve noticed sometimes the simplest and easiest crafts are the ones I end up liking the BEST! I love the fact that it takes so little time and end up with a super cute decor piece that can be used …
Upcycled Laundry Pod Container Pumpkin Arrangement
Hello Sweet Friends, For today’s craft project we will be transforming a Tide laundry pod container into a pumpkin. It’s already round and orange, so it really isn’t going to be very difficult, right? Plus, I love that I’m keeping something out of a landfill; a trash to treasure project. I got …
DIY Pumpkin Decor
Hello Sweet Friends,or should I say Hello Pumpkins?The first day of AUTUMN is fast approaching and will be here before you know it. I just LOVE everything about season; beautiful leaves, chilly nights, cozy sweaters, hot apple cider, pumpkin spice, bonfires, and of course, fall crafting! Today’s …
Fall Crafting with Dollar Tree Window Clings
Hello Friends,I recently purchased some fall window CLINGS from the local Dollar Tree. And I wanted to see how many decor items I could create from one sheet. I love the colorful fall images, so I knew they would be the perfect item to get “craftsy" with. So I got creative and came up with six …
Wall Tile Farmhouse Pumpkin Decor
Hello Sweet Friends, I have a really awesome DIY for you today using faux tin wall tiles from the local Dollar Tree. I just love the look of the wall tiles; they remind me of the vintage ceiling tiles that can be found in old farmhouses. If you love VINTAGE and you love FALL (as much as I do), …
Pool Noodle Halloween Candles
Hello Friends, Who doesn’t love Halloween? There are cute costumes, candy, pumpkin-carving, and, of course, my favorite, Halloween decor! So, I have the CUTEST Halloween craft project for you today. We will be creating candles out of Dollar Tree pool noodles. I’ve seen others crafters using this …
DIY Pillow using Dollar Tree Tote
Hello Friends, The throw pillow DIY project I’m featuring today is super EASY and so BUDGET-FRIENDLY! Have you see the prices of pillows these days? Yikes! If you switch throw pillows out for each season, then it can get pretty expensive. This little DIY is the perfect solution for that. I’m …
DIY Vintage Man in the Moon Canvas
Hello Sweet Friends, Anytime I’m in a craft store or any store with a craft department, I’m always searching out new or unique pieces to craft with. I love creating with canvases, so when I found a ROUND canvas at Target, I just had to have it. I didn’t have any IDEA what I would do with it, but …
Personalized Dollar Tree Frame
Hello Sweet Friends, We’ve had our rescue dog, Tuck, for about six months now. I wasn’t sure I how much I needed a dog in my life until we got him. He’s just SO lovable!!!! I thought maybe a cat or a small lap dog would be fun, but as soon as I saw Tuck, I knew he would be perfect for our home, …
DIY Mini Downswept Fall Tree
Hello Sweet Friends,Don’t you just love FALL? The colorful leaves, cooler weather, pumpkins, hot apple cider, bonfires, hayrides; all the THINGS! I also LOVE fall crafting. And today I am sharing a mini fall tree DIY, perfect for this time of year. Some people will decorate their Christmas trees for …
DIY Reversible Dollar Tree Craft – farmhouse/beach house
Hello Friends, You may remember in a previous blogpost, I took a Dollar Tree coastal decor piece and “jazzed” it up a bit, found here. Well, I’ve decided to create a farmhouse look on the FLIP side so it could be used year-round. Keep reading and find out how EASY it is to do this. Supplies …
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DIY Fall Tassel
Hello Sweet Friends, Recently, I found some plush yarn at my local Dollar Tree. It is a muted orange/rust color and I knew I wanted to use it for some type of fall craft. Originally I was thinking some type of pumpkin craft, but in the end I decided to create a fall TASSEL! I had all the other …
DIY Metal Ribbon Pumpkin
Hello Sweet Friends,I have an easy and super CUTE craft idea for you today; a pumpkin created from Dollar Tree metal ribbon. I found the ribbon at my local Dollar Tree recently, but initially could not decide what I was going to use it for. Since fall is fast approaching, I thought this little …
DIY Rope Tray
Hello Sweet Friends,I’ve got a super easy DIY craft idea for you today! A rope tray created mostly with items found at the Dollar Tree. I’ve seen similar woven trays sell for $15 and up, but this tray will cost less than half of that. Follow along and see how easy it is to make. Supply …
DIY Candleholder using Dollar Tree Fencing
Hello Sweet Friends,Today I have a CUTE little DIY craft project to share with you, using some of the Dollar Tree plastic fencing and a DT sign. I’ve had the fencing in my stash since last year and finally decided to craft with it. I’ve seen some other craftsy people create candleholders and thought …
Oui Yogurt Jar Craft Project
Hello Sweet Friends, Do any of you save those little Oui yogurt jars for craft/DIY projects? Well, I’ve been saving for a while now and have accumulated quite a few of them. They are the perfect size to use for a tea light or votive; or a small flower vase; or a small planter for a succulent. I …
Patriotic Wreath using Dollar Tree Scarves
Hello Friends, I’m sharing a DIY project with you today which will be perfect to add to your patriotic decor for the Fourth of July holiday and beyond. Dollar Tree has scarves for just about every season, and the summer scarves available there include some patriotic patterns/colors. So I grabbed …
Dollar Tree Anchor
Hello Friends, Today’s DIY idea, created from a Dollar Tree wooden anchor cut-out, may not be a unique decor piece on its own, but it makes a great ACCENT piece for any coastal decor. It’s SUPER easy to make and if you don’t count waiting for paint to dry, it takes NO time at all. I’ve had the …
Coastal Farmhouse Framed Seashells
Hello Sweet Friends, Lately, I’ve really enjoyed sharing DIY decor ideas with you with the coastal farmhouse theme. I just love the peaceful, relaxing COLORS; it makes me yearn for a relaxing vacation near the WATER. But until then I’ll just have to keep creating decor with a coastal farmhouse …
Seagrass Planter – A Coastal Farmhouse DIY
Hello Sweet Friends, You know the best way to beat the HEAT this summer? Stay in and get CREATIVE with some coastal farmhouse crafts! This easy-breezy craft will remind you of the BEACH without the heat and humidity. You’ll be as HAPPY as a clam! (My apologies for the silly puns) Anyway, on …
DIY Dollar Tree Coastal Decor
Hello Friends, I’ve got a couple quick and easy Dollar Tree DIYs for you today with a coastal vibe. I’m just LOVIN’ the Coastal Farmhouse look this summer and both of these DIYs will fit right in with that look. If you have the supplies in hand, you can whip these out in no time. Supply list …
Ombre Coastal Farmhouse Mirror DIY
Hello Sweet Friends, I’m continuing with my coastal farmhouse decor ideas with this blogpost. Being from a land-locked state, I’m really enjoying creating craft/DIY projects in this decor style. Of course, there are lakes and rivers nearby, but nothing compares to being near the ocean. I have …
Coastal Farmhouse Mini Sign
Hello Friends, This cute little sign is the second in a series of posts featuring craft/decor ideas with a farmhouse coastal theme. I just love the melding of the two styles especially for summer decorating; the weathered look of driftwood and barn wood, the blue of sea glass and mason jars, the …
Dollar Tree Pizza Pan Craft – Coastal Farmhouse
Hello Friends, I’ve been seeing crafters create some awesome things with Dollar Tree pizza pans and placemats; and I thought I would give it a try. The placemat I chose to use is this beautiful muted blue color that reminded me of the ocean. So I thought it would be UNIQUE to combine a beachy …
Patriotic Wreath Makeover
Hello Sweet Friends, For today’s project, I am doing a makeover on an existing patriotic wreath I have. I created this wreath about three years ago and I hang it on my back door during the summertime. It was exposed to the elements (sun, wind, rain) and looking very tired and faded. Some of the …
DIY Floral Cemetery Vase
Hello Friends Most of my DIYs are related to home decor. But with Memorial Day coming up, I thought a DIY faux floral vase for the cemetery would be helpful for those of you who place memorial flowers on graves at the cemetery. If you find yourself reading this blog post, you may have lost …
Fresh Flower Sign Upgrade
Hello Friends, Today’s DIY project features a little cardboard sign I found at the local Dollar General. The sign is cute on its own, but not very sturdy. And, of course, I just like to JAZZ things up a little. So this was a good project for that. And it is so QUICK and EASY! So without further …
American Flag Pillow DIY
Hello Friends! Are you feeling a little patriotic? Then I have a great DIY project for you: an American flag pillow. If you do a Google search for American flag pillows, you’ll find pillows ranging from $8.99 (not really a bad price) to $30 an upwards. My DIY pillow is just as patriotic but much …
DIY Framed Flower – 10 Minute Craft
Hello Sweet Friends! Got ten minutes? Then I have the PERFECT craft idea for you; a beautiful framed FLOWER! Dollar Tree has these 4 X 4 frames with a distressed wood look and they are great to craft with. Just pick out your favorite faux flower and some coordinating scrapbook paper and your …
Mackenzie-Childs-Inspired Framed Butterfly – 10 Minute Craft
Hello Sweet Friends, If you’ve been following my blog for a while, you know how much I like all things Mackenzie-Childs. It’s just that my budget doesn’t really allow for me to splurge very often. However, I have purchased a package of Mackenzie-Childs paper napkins in the courtly check pattern …
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Easy DIY Metal Star Garland
Hello Friends, I created this star garland to coordinate with my patriotic decor for the 4th of July and summertime in general. But I think it could just as easily fit in with rustic Christmas decor. So if you’d like to create one for your home, grab some of those Dollar Tree cookie sheets and …
Faux Floral Frame for Mom – 10 Minute Craft
Hello Sweet Friends, If you need a last-minute craft that also makes a CUTE Mother’s Day gift, I have the perfect idea for you. This project is easy, budget-friendly, and super ADORABLE. So follow along and I’ll show you how to create a floral frame in no time at all. Supply list 4 X 4 …
Framed Bird’s Nest – 10 Minute Craft
Hello Friends, Never have enough time for crafting? Today’s craft idea features a sweet little bird’s nest in a frame and it only takes about ten minutes to create! Gather up your crafting supplies, follow along, and you’ll have a framed bird’s nest finished LICKETY-SPLIT! Supply list 4 X …
Framed Succulent – 10 Minute Craft
Hello Sweet Friends, No time for crafting? I gotcha COVERED! Today’s craft project takes a whopping 10 minutes to create. YES, you read that correctly! So grab your crafting supplies, follow along, and you’ll have a beautiful little framed succulent done as quick as a WINK! Supply List 4 X 4 …
DIY Mini Bee Skep
Hello Sweet Friends,I find my thoughts turning toward summer lately and that is reflected in my craft and DIY projects. Today I have the CUTEST bee skep DIY for you. It is created out of a leftover plastic Easter egg and some twine. Add a few accessories and there you have it!! So gather around as …
DIY Easter Bunny Pot
Hello Friends, Wow!!! I can’t believe I’m writing my 100th blog post. It’s been a little over a year now since I started my Craftsy Soul blog. Whether it’s been from the beginning or you’re a new follower, I’m so glad you’re here with me now! It brings me great joy to share my crafting and decor …
Oh, I Could Write a Sonnet About Your Easter Bonnet
Hello Sweet Friends, This is really not a sonnet, but a blog post. And it's not about an Easter bonnet but an Easter hat. So I hope you’ll forgive my use of lyrics from "Easter Parade" for the slightly-deceiving title. Have you ever used a hat as a decor piece? Then, this blog post is for you. …
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Dollar Tree Carrot DIY
Hello Friends, I’m back with another quick, easy, Dollar Tree DIY. This one is so easy, even those who claim that they are not creative can easily make these DIY carrots! No EXCUSES! No sewing, no painting, no Mod Podging. If you can use scissors and a glue gun, you can easily create these! So …
Peter Rabbit Inspired Floral Arrangement
Hello Sweet Friends, The craftsy project I’m featuring today was inspired by the classic children’s book The Tale of Peter Rabbit written by Beatrix Potter. Much like the mischievous title character, this floral arrangement includes a garden arrangement with a bunny burrowing into it. Follow …
Easter Lily Cross
Hello Sweet Friends, I have a beautiful Easter Lily Cross DIY for you today. It’s easy, budget-friendly, AND beautiful. I hope you LOVE it as much as I do. Follow along and I’ll show you how easy it is to recreate for your home. Supply list two large 5-gallon paint sticks (from Walmart)7 …
Easter Shelf Sitter DIY
Hello Friends, I hope you’re having a wonderful day! Are you feeling inspired and craftsy today? Then follow along as I share a SUPER cute DIY project created from wooden cut-outs from Target. Many times I feature items from the Dollar Tree in my craft projects, so I thought I would change it up …
Easter Egg Garland
Hello Friends, I have another SUPER easy DIY for you today! You need only a minimal number of supplies and a little bit of time and you too can create this extremely CUTE garland for Easter. Follow along and I will show you how! Supply List plastic Easter eggs (The garland pictured uses 8 …
Easter Wreath with Cross
Hello Sweet Friends,For some, Easter is celebrated as a secular holiday with traditions like dyeing Easter eggs, hunting for Easter eggs, and visits from the Easter bunny. For others, Easter is a deeply religious holiday celebrating the resurrection of Jesus Christ. But for most, Easter is some …
Dollar Tree Silver Tray Easter Decor
Hello Sweet Friends,I have another fabulous Easter DIY decor craft idea to show you today! It’s so EASY to create and most of the supplies come from the Dollar Tree, so it’s budget-friendly, too. I hope you’ll be inspired to create one for your home. Gather up your craft supplies and follow …
Framed Mini Egg Wreath
Hello Sweet Friends,I’m here with another super-easy spring craft for you. Well, mostly easy, I think. I’ve created a little framed mini egg wreath that is perfect for both spring and Easter decor. Also, it’s neutral and has sort of a farmhouse vibe. I hope you like it as much as I do! Let’s get to …
Dollar Tree Easter Sign Makeover
Hello Friends, I’m so glad you’re here today for a quick Dollar Tree sign makeover! Actually I combined two Dollar Tree signs to create one for this project. I thought the Easter sign was really CUTE already; it just needed a little extra something. So follow along to see what I’ve …
Easter Truck Wreath
Hello Sweet Friends,I have a unique idea for a wreath to share with you today. The Easter decor on the wreath is not the unique part but what the wreath is actually made of. I like perusing the local Dollar Tree and using common everyday objects in a new way for craft projects. And that’s how the …
Faux Moss Banner DIY
Hello Friends,Using moss in DIY projects is the perfect way to add natural elements to home decor. I just love the added texture and organic look; and of course, the beautiful green color. It’s perfect for the spring season and beyond. The only thing I don’t like about working with moss is the mess …
DIY Faux Moss Ball
Hello Sweet Friends,It’s time for another Dollar Tree DIY craft project! You’ve probably seen moss balls used as decor in many different ways; in dough bowls, vignettes, in a topiary, etc. They make a beautiful addition to nearly any seasonal decor. And they are also VERY EASY to create! So follow …
Mossy Birdhouse DIY
Hello Sweet Friends, I don’t know about you, but I am so READY for spring! And the perfect Rx for my spring fever is CRAFTING! So today I’m sharing an easy craft that can be displayed in your home from spring through summer. This mossy birdhouse is created from a Dollar Tree birdhouse kit and …
Carnation Bunny DIY
Hello Sweet Friends, Spring will soon be upon us and I thought it was time for a cute little Spring/Easter craft; a carnation bunny. You may have seen bunny mums or bunny carnations made with fresh flowers, but I’ve decided to create one using white faux carnations from the Dollar Tree. In fact, …
Succulent Shamrock Wreath DIY
Hello Sweet Friends,Top o’ the Morning to You,And Céad Míle Fáilte (One Hundred Thousand Welcomes), I’m sharing a DIY project with you today, that is perfect for St. Patricks Day and beyond; a succulent shamrock wreath. I’ve seen other crafters create beautiful succulent wreaths and I thought, …
All Your Favorite Valentine DIYs in One Place
Hello Sweet Friends, I’ve decided to put all of your favorite Valentine DIYs in one post! Hopefully this will make it EASIER to find what you’re looking for. Also I hope it will help in creating vignettes with your creations. This mantle shelf vignette features six different Valentine …
DIY Silk Rose Ball/Pomander
Hello Friends, Recently I wrote a blog post about easily creating mini rose balls/pomanders for home, party, and wedding decor. Today I will show you how to create a larger size rose ball/pomander; for weddings, some refer to these as kissing balls. Although I use mine more for home decor, they …
DIY Mini Red Rose Ball (Pomander)
Hello Sweet Friends, I have one of the easiest, budget-friendly DIY ideas for you today. A rose ball or pomander is perfect for home decor, parties, weddings, and more. Follow along and I will show you how to create a mini version of a rose ball suitable for all your decor needs. Supplies …
DIY Framed Heart with Wings
Hello Sweet Friends, I have a new craft idea for you today; I guess I would say it’s a Valentine craft although it could also be considered more of an everyday craft by some. I used only things I already had on hand; some Dollar Tree items, some Walmart items, and even a freebie frame from my …
DIY Cupid’s Arrows
Hello Friends, I have an easy and not-so-traditional Valentine craft for you today; Cupid’s arrows. You may even have all the supplies you need at home. If not, they can easily be found at a craft store. I think these arrows look a little boho, too. So you might feel that they can be displayed …
DIY Mini Valentine Ribbon Tree
Hello Sweet Friends,Some people will leave their Christmas tree up and transform it into a dazzling Valentine-themed tree for the season. I haven’t yet tried this but decided that a tabletop Valentine-themed tree would be a good alternative. I had one of those white mini Dollar Tree Christmas trees …
How to Make a Tassel with Bonus Tassel Garland Tutorial
Hello Sweet Friends, Tassels are so much fun! They can be used for so many different craft and DIY projects; garlands, pillows, jewelry, keychains, etc. I have the easiest tassel tutorial for you today; no special tools required. Following these step-by-step instructions will have you cranking …
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DIY Valentine Button Heart Sign
Hello Friends, I’ve got the cutest Valentine sign DIY for you today. It is made from a leftover Christmas sign I got at the local Dollar Tree that I never did anything with. The sign has good “bones”; a nice frame and beaded hanger, I just needed to tweak it to create a piece of Valentine’s Day …
Heart Quote Canvas DIY
Hello Sweet Friends,The DIY project I have for you today, began as an idea for a Valentines Day craft. I had seen the quote “Bind my wandering heart to thee” and just thought it was such beautiful wording. With a little research, I discovered it is actually a quote from the hymn Come Thou Fount of …
Easiest Faux Fur Winter Wreath EVER
Hello Sweet Friends,I have the PERFECT craft project idea for that snowy winter day; a faux fur wreath. I found faux fur mufflers at the Dollar Tree during the winter season and knew they would be just perfect for a wreath idea I had. The wreath form I got was from the Dollar Tree, too. So, minus …
DIY Snowy Pinecones
Hello Sweet Friends, I have a super easy DIY to share with you today. These snowy pinecones are perfect to add to winter decor for the difficult-to-decorate after-Christmas season. At the end of the tutorial I’ll also share a few ideas for how to decorate with them. So without delay, gather your …
Furniture Makeover with Chalk Paint
Hello Friends, When I first “discovered” CHALK PAINT and how versatile it is, I decided to makeover this old side table I got from my aunt. It had spent a good deal of time in an old barn or outbuilding at the farm and was in terrible shape. There were cracks in the top of it, it was …
Winter Craft DIY – Quick and Easy
Hello Sweet Friends,I thought I would drop in and share a quick, easy, and budget-friendly craft with you this cold January day. It can be a challenge to decorate in the winter, but this little craft is the perfect for a little shelf sitter or a tiered tray and can be used for the whole month of …
DIY Winter Gift Bag Canvas Art
Hello Friends, Brrr.... Winter is definitely here and it’s COLD outside. I’m SO ready for some winter crafting and I hope you are too. I had a gift bag left over from Christmas that had a beautiful winter scene with deer on it and it was perfect for this craft idea. Follow along as I transform this …
DIY Snowflake Sign
Hello Friends, Decorating my home during the month of January alway proves to be a challenge. After putting away all of the Christmas decorations, my house seems a little bare and I’m not quite ready for spring decor. I will usually leave out a few winter decorations here and there. This year I’m …
DIY Decoupage Easter Eggs
Hello Sweet Friends, I’m here to bring you an Easter DIY craft today. Instead of buying new decorations for holidays, I like to put a new twist on ones that I already have. So I took some of my plastic Easter eggs and gave them new life with some book pages and Mod Podge. I just love the result …
DIY MacKenzie-Childs-Inspired Red Rose
Hello Friends, A while back, I posted a DIY craft project for a MacKenzie-Childs-inspired sunflower that I just loved. And today I have a similar DIY project, only this time I’m using a red rose. I think this DIY is perfect to use as decor for, but not limited to, Valentine’s Day. I really like …
DIY Dollar Tree No-Sew Christmas Banner
Hello Friends, I’m here to bring you a super-easy DIY Christmas banner. It is created mostly from Dollar Tree items; so, of course, it is a budget-friendly craft, too. Simple and budget-friendly; you can’t get much better than that for a craft project. So gather ‘round the craft table and I’ll …
DIY Dollar Tree Rustic Bell Swag
Hello Craftsy Friends, The DIY project I’m bringing you today is another budget-friendly Dollar Tree makeover using plastic Christmas Bells and Dollar Tree Christmas Trees. It’s a very easy project, although it is a little time-consuming. So follow along to see what I've created. Supplies …
DIY Dollar Tree Race Track Lantern
Hello Sweet Friends, You’ve probably seen several different tutorials of the Dollar Tree race track lanterns going around on social media. I wish I could give credit to whoever first came up with this clever idea. Anyway, I wanted to show you my version of it. So here goes! Supplies needed …
DIY Paper Bag Star
Hello Friends, I’ve got a super easy DIY craft for you today! You may have seen other crafters make variations of something similar, with larger, full-size, lunch bags or luminary bags. But in my tutorial we will be using some smaller bags, which creates a star that is a much more usable size. …
DIY Mini Mannequin Christmas Tree
Hello Friends, I have seen so many wonderful and beautiful ideas for a mannequin/dress-form Christmas tree. It’s such a unique idea. I’ve never created a full-size one myself, but the project I’m sharing today is a mini version of the mannequin tree and I think you’re going to love it! And best …
Christmas Porch Decor Reveal
Hello Friends, Finally got my front porch decorated for the Holiday Season! I’m so excited to share the results with you today. I usually try to get the porch decorated on the weekend after Thanksgiving, but, as you know, sometimes life just gets in the way. There are several DIY links included …
DIY Front Porch Christmas Planter
Hello Sweet Friends, Today was a Deck-the-Halls kind of day. Okay, it was mostly a decorate-the-front-porch kind of day! I have a couple of large pots that I usually fill with bedding plants for spring and summer, then fill with mums in the fall. For this time of year, I fill with boughs of …
Snowman Pizza Pan DIY
Hello Friends, As you can probably guess from the title of this blog post, I’ve been working on a budget-friendly craft DIY using Dollar Tree supplies. I found the cutest DT yard stake featuring a snowman head and just knew it could be used to create something fabulous for the holiday season. So …