Crafts - xoJane

Glitter in Your House & Twigs in Your Yard = DIY Faux Antler Wall Art!

Rachel_1 — Tue, 28 Feb 2012 17:47:00 -0500

I have twigs in my yard, you have twigs in your yard -- let's make the neighbors think we're weirdos by wandering around picking up the sticks that look the most like antlers. OK?

I Suck At DIY

s.e. smith — Thu, 09 Feb 2012 10:00:19 -0500

Home improvement is just not my thing. I’m really talented at making a complete balls out of any project, no matter how simple.

Shake It Like A Snow Globe: How To Make A Snow Globe Salt Shaker

Marianne — Wed, 21 Dec 2011 10:00:08 -0500

If you get one of these from me for Christmas, act surprised, okay?

I'm Not Here to Make Friends: The Reality Show Villain Quilts of Alissa Rowinsky Wright

Jenny — Tue, 01 Nov 2011 12:00:15 -0400

Reality TV stars inspire blogs, clothing lines, fragrances, and even foods (SkinnyGirl™ Margarita, anyone?). So why NOT a series of quilts?

Join the Pro-Glitter Movement! Sparkle Scones, Free Glitter and Chick Lit from the Crafty Chica

Jenny — Fri, 21 Oct 2011 14:30:13 -0400

My friend Kathy is so passionate about glitter she spearheaded a pro-glitter rally (and charity fundraiser).

BOOK GIVEAWAY! Hoopla: The Art of Unexpected Embroidery

Lesley — Wed, 12 Oct 2011 16:00:09 -0400

Maybe put the nipple doilies away when Mom comes to visit. Or maybe not.

HALLOWEEEEN: Stuff to Make & Eat, a Thing to Make & Wear, Another Thing to Make & Display, And a FREE JANE-O-LANTERN Stencil!

Rachel_1 — Tue, 11 Oct 2011 12:00:09 -0400

Make your Halloween a little freakier and more adorable with these DIY projects curated by me especially for you. And download our 1st xoJane Celebrity Jack-O-Lantern stencil, JANE PRATT HERSELF!

I Like To Pretend I'm More Crafty Than I Am (And I'm OK With That)

Jessica — Mon, 10 Oct 2011 14:00:11 -0400

I have many elaborate fantasies of myself as a crafty woman. I often like to go to a special place in my mind which looks a lot like a J.Crew catalogue from 1999.

No, It's Not Too Soon: Five Geeky Holiday Gifts to Start Making NOW

Jenny — Mon, 10 Oct 2011 12:00:09 -0400

How do you expect to brag like a jerk about how much work you put into your holiday gifts if you don't start crafting them NOW?!

Make The Easiest Zippered Throw Pillow Cover & 3 Book Winners Announced!

Rachel_1 — Fri, 30 Sep 2011 18:00:07 -0400

Find out which three readers (is it YOU?) scored FREE copies of Brett Bara's "Sewing in a Straight Line," watch a video tutorial, and see if my attempt at this pillow cover is a dream or a dud.

Make an Edible Version of ASOS' Pleated Leather Collar Necklace

Rachel_1 — Wed, 27 Jul 2011 10:02:17 -0400

Laia's statement necklace post inspired me to try edible baubles again. And apparently, like Homer Simpson, everything I see turns into food.