When someone mentions a travel sewing kit, what do you think of? Those rinky dinky hotel versions, right? Well, toss those. Here’s what to stock in your own DIY super awesome — and actually useful — travel sewing kit. Side note: For one of our anniversary vacations, my husband and I stayed at the Burj […]
I did this segment on Cityline when T-shirt upcycling was the big thing. Do you remember? There were probably about 7000 new-release books at the time all titled something like “101 projects to make from a T-shirt.” The lovely Tracy Moore isn’t a sewer, but this project is so simple, anyone can do it! I […]
I got hands-on with Cityline host Tracy Moore, showing her some simple, fun craft-activities for kids that’ll be sure to keep them entertained this summer. How to make kinetic sand DIY sidewalk chalk paint How to make glow-in-the-dark bubbles All of the Great Value products I used in these projects plus the mixing containers and utensils were […]
I stopped by Cityline to share with host Tracy Moore some tips for updating an outdoor space using fabrics. Textiles are a great, inexpensive way of updating your decor. Look for toss cushions, placemats, table cloths, and curtains to bring the season’s fabric trends into your outdoor space. Some key takeaways? Look for washable textiles and […]
Need a spring refresh? Here are three easy craft projects I showed Tracy Moore and the Cityline audience using inexpensive supplies from Walmart. These simple and stylish projects are proof that anyone can DIY! If you want the detailed step-by-step how-tos, I’ve blogged them here: • Tissue paper flowers • No-sew pleather fringed clutch • No-sew felt […]
Fellow crafty gal Tiffany Pratt (she, too, started a hands-on school in Toronto and New York!) published her first book, This Can Be Beautiful, and together we showed Tracy Moore and the Cityline audience how to make a DIY clutch. Tiffany’s DIY clutch made from a pillowcase can be made in two different ways: sewn and no-sew. Watch here […]
I stopped by Cityline to show host Tracy Moore five DIY wreaths that are easy to make. Wreaths are a great way to add a touch of holidays to your décor. Using a wreath form and some simple, inexpensive craft supplies, you can create a piece that’s perfect for the season. A feather boa wreath How-to: […]
Things often get a little goofy on the set of Cityline! Here, I got hands-on for a holiday cookie-decorating challenge with host Tracy Moore, chef Randy Feltis, and home economist Mairlyn Smith. We had so much fun doing this challenge and filming this segment! Although… I still think I should have won! 😉 Watch here… ***** Tracy […]
Looking for a unique, inexpensive hostess gift? I showed Tracy Moore and the Cityline audience how to make easy, inexpensive DIY hostess gifts including: A decorative holiday word A Scrabble frame A festive shadowbox message Mason jar Christmas tree ornaments Watch here… ***** Tracy Moore: You’ve got places to go. Denise Wild: People to see. Tracy: […]
Need project ideas for those extra buttons you have kicking around? I stopped by Cityline to show host Tracy Moore some easy DIY projects you can make using buttons. From accessories you can wear to gifts and home decor items, these button crafts are a great afternoon project. Watch here… ***** Tracy Moore: For […]
