As a dementia or Alzheimers caregiver, we have all had that moment when we look at our loved one and think, who is this hateful person? Here are some tips and ideas we can do to make the sting a little less hurtful (and not just remembering it is the disease not them!) What Do …
Tara Jacobsen
I made these altered rolodex art cards for my DIY Stamp & Die Storage boxes! They are made from actual tab dividers and are super cool and grungy in the modern steampunk style that I love! I wanted to put them all in one place for ideas and inspiration in your artwork! Suitcases Altered Card …
I am on a mission to make Modern Steampunk a thing! I love the concept of steampunk with all the old rusty bits and dirt, but want more leeway to use brighter colors in my artwork while still maintaining that same old grungy look! Normal Steampunk Colors I have been a steampunk stalker for a …
All the tips and ideas that I figured out while organizing my craft supplies into envelopes and storage boxes. This was a super fun and easy modern steampunk DIY project that has made my craft room work so much better! My Stamp and Die Storage Story Okay let’s start with my stamp storage woes! I …
I took a class about how to make accordion books this weekend and I love how this came out both colorful AND steampunk cool! I used a bunch of Ranger Ink products as well as vintage papers and ephemera. Making The Accordion Book Okay, this was a 2 hour class so I can’t go into …
This is such a fun and fast project! I made these vintage faux labels to go into my apothecary craft box and they came out amazing! I used digital download labels from Etsy and Distress Inks to make them look old and grungy (but still colorful!) Video :: How To Make Faux Halloween Labels First …
Here are my best tips and ideas for how to use baking soda as a laundry detergent, booster and even to get out stains and make your whites whiter! I love being about to use natural remedies to keep my whole family looking clean and shiny! If you’ve used baking soda (sodium bicarbonate) to clean …
Here are my best tips and ideas for using essential oils to get rid of mold. Living in Florida, mold is everywhere (we have almost 90% humidity a LOT of the time!) Includes recipes for your spray bottles and diffusers. Mold is a nasty thing. It’s been proven to contribute to inflammatory health conditions, including learning …
This faux apothecary bottles DIY project was super easy and fun to do (I even had my kids help!) We used old prescription bottles, plus recycled cans and jars. The printed labels were perfect for adding vintage grunge to the bottles. Apothecary Box I found this super cool vintage red box with clasps and handles …
Tips and ideas for how to use white vinegar in your laundry. Creative ideas that you might not have thought of yet to add white vinegar to your healthy living routine! If you’ve ever opened a bottle of vinegar, you know it smells…strong. Not something you think would be something that will help your laundry. However, …
I love how this thrift store jewelry box came out! It is a steampunk theme with green, pink and turquoise. This DIY upcycling project was made with layers and layers of paint and varnish! Thrift Store Jewelry Box I love finding these kinds of old jewelry boxes at the thrift store! They are well made …
I am working on getting my mixed media junk journaling to be more creative and cool. Here are some pictures of my best layouts plus tips and ideas for inspiration and products you can you use in your journals. May 10, 2020 – Accordion Book I took another class from Dina Wakley (Accordion Book) and …
This wooden artist box was crying out for a DIY altered project makeover! I did an upcycle using tissue paper, acrylic paint and Mod Podge to decoupage it. Here are some of my tips and ideas for how to make a fun grungy thrift store find look like a vintage box. Steampunk Artist Box Video …
This thrift store crafts project was super fun! I got a hideously ugly, 1990’s style storage box unit and did an upcycle makeover with decoupage and paint. Here are my best tips and ideas for how to take thrift store finds and make them super pretty treasures. Thrift Store Finds – Ugly Green Box I …
Super fun DIY tutorial for how to use acrylic paint and decoupage to make a cute mail station from a thrift store find! I love making these kinds of projects that give vintage pieces new life! Thrift Store Find – Mail Station I was super excited to find this wicked cool mail station at my …
Tips and ideas for how to take ratty thrift store boxes like this one and turning them into colorful and functional storage for your office or craft room. I used decoupage tissue paper and acrylic paint to turn an ugly old box into a beautiful storage tray! Thrift Store Crafts I LOVE finding cute little …
One of my favorite things to do is vintage crafts! Taking a ratty old storage box and making it a beautiful, functional way to increase storage in my craft room or office is so darn satisfying. This DIY project is super fast and easy to do! Here are my best tips and ideas for a …
This is a great project to help with your craft room storage and organization (especially if you have a small craft room!) This washi tape holder is super functional and cute when painted with a rainbow of colors or any way your heart desires! Want more? Check out all 9 Creative Washi Tape Storage Ideas! …