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Jan02

How To: Make An Apron From An Old Pair Of Jeans

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My husband was going through his clothes and doing some much needed clearing out of much loved but VERY over worn T-shirts and paint spattered, bleach spotted jeans. Why is it they just can’t seem to part with the stuff that looks the worst? 🙂 As I was separating things into the give and pitch…

Dec03

How To: Holiday Candy Tree Centerpiece

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I love Christmas! It’s my second favorite holiday after Thanksgiving. Today, I’ve got an easy and fun centerpiece project that takes only a couple of hours to complete and is sure to wow your holiday guests. I think this would be perfect on a buffet table, sideboard or entry table. Ready to make your own?…

Oct24

Easy Craft: Macramé Bracelets

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Christmas will be here before we know it! Here’s a quick, easy and inexpensive gift idea for your BFFs or to use as stocking stuffers for those girly girls in the family. I used May Arts SY Satin String. This gorgeous ribbon comes in 19 colors so you can mix and match to your hearts…

Sep04

DIY Crochet Ribbon Elastic Hair Ties

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Today’s project was created out of need (um, maybe we should make that a “want”). 🙂 I wanted some cute ponytail holders, not the plain colors available in the store. I’m past the age where bows on my ponytails are cute so I needed another option. Light bulb moment! Why not crochet pretty ribbons right…

May29

DIY Teacher Gift Book {and a free download!}

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Here’s an idea that would be great for an end of year gift for teachers or grandparents! I used chipboard (aka cereal box) & covered it with patterned paper from the ‘My Sunshine’ stack by DCWV to form the front & back of the book. I attached the paper with Mod Podge. I secured the…

Jan23

Make Your Own Ribbon Heart Hand Warmers

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Baby, it’s cold outside but we’ve got a quick and easy project to keep big and little hands warm and toasty May Arts Ribbon style! Here’s what you’ll need: May Arts ribbon Heart shape pattern Sewing machine/thread Rice I used a 4 inch cookie cutter to draw my heart shape on a piece of paper…

Jan17

Fun DIY: Cinnamon Valentine Hearts

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Welcome to the May Arts blog! We’ve got a fun, easy, and super kid friendly Valentine project for today. Even the littlest sweethearts will be able to help with this one. These are Cinnamon Hearts. They’re a great alternative to paper valentines, they smell good for months and they’re easy on the budget. You’ll need…

Nov14

Fall Home Decor: Make an Acorn Banner

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Welcome to the May Arts Ribbon Blog! I don’t know about you, but I like to create home decor that can be used for extended periods- fall, for example! So I came up with this fun little project to make! It’s pretty easy, really. I simply cut my shapes from chipboard (aka cereal boxes!). I…

Oct04

Fun DIY: Candy Broom Favors

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I have a confession to make. I LOVE candy corn! Not just any candy corn either. There’s only one brand I like because it’s so good and creamy; so I stalk my local discount store until it’s in stock then I try to think of crafty ways to use it so I can justify buying…

Sep11

Halloween Craft Challenge Inspiration: Halloween Toddler Hat

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This week, we announced our Halloween Craft Challenge! We will be providing 20 participants with a selection of these ribbons: to create a craft project with! So, all week long a different Ribbonista will be creating an inspiration project. Today we have Prima Ribbonista, Courtney Lee, with a Halloween Toddler Hat! If you are interested…

How To: Make An Apron From An Old Pair Of Jeans

How To: Holiday Candy Tree Centerpiece

Easy Craft: Macramé Bracelets

DIY Crochet Ribbon Elastic Hair Ties

DIY Teacher Gift Book {and a free download!}

Make Your Own Ribbon Heart Hand Warmers

Fun DIY: Cinnamon Valentine Hearts

Fall Home Decor: Make an Acorn Banner

Fun DIY: Candy Broom Favors

Halloween Craft Challenge Inspiration: Halloween Toddler Hat

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