DIY

How to Make a Santa Candy Cane Wreath Using an Evergreen Base

By Lori Jacobs / November 4, 2025 /
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How to Make a Santa Candy Cane Wreath Using an Evergreen Base Introduction If you love classic red-and-white Christmas décor, this Santa Candy Cane Wreath will be your new favorite holiday project. Using an evergreen base, festive deco mesh, and bright candy-striped ribbons, this wreath gives you a full, merry design that looks professionally made,…

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Understanding Different Types of Ribbon: How to Match Patterns and When to Use Them

By Lori Jacobs / October 31, 2025 /
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Understanding Different Types of Ribbon: How to Match Patterns and When to Use Them If you’ve ever stood in front of a wall of ribbon at your favorite craft store and felt overwhelmed, you’re not alone! Ribbon comes in so many styles, textures, and widths that it can be hard to know which one to…

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How to Make a Grinch Wreath

By Lori Jacobs / October 23, 2025 /
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If you love festive crafts with a dash of mischief, this DIY Grinch wreath tutorial is for you! In this guide, we’ll walk through how to make a Grinch-themed deco mesh wreath using simple supplies,

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How to Make a Halloween Deco Mesh Sunburst Wreath

By Lori Jacobs / October 14, 2025 /
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. This is one of my favorite styles to make because it’s full, colorful, and gives that festive burst look that makes any door stand out. If you’ve been crafting along with me for a while, you know I love projects that use Dollar Tree or craft store basics to create something magical. Let’s get started!

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How to Make a Witch Hat Decoration with Dollar Tree Supplies

By Lori Jacobs / October 8, 2025 /
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How to Make a Witch Hat Decoration with Dollar Tree Supplies Hi friends, Lori here! Halloween crafting is one of my favorite times of year, and today I’m going to show you how to make a super cute Witch Hat Decoration using Dollar Tree supplies. This project is inexpensive, colorful, and a lot of fun…

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How to Make a Christmas Candy Cane Decoration with a Dollar Tree Form

By Lori Jacobs / October 2, 2025 /
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One of the easiest and most festive DIY Christmas projects you can make is a candy cane decoration using the wire forms from Dollar Tree

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How to Make a Graveside Saddle Floral Arrangement

By Lori Jacobs / September 25, 2025 /
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How to Make a Graveside Saddle Floral Arrangement Honoring loved ones with a handmade floral arrangement is a beautiful way to keep their memory alive. Today, I’m sharing a step-by-step tutorial on how to make a graveside saddle. This design sits securely on top of a gravestone and can be customized with flowers, greenery, and…

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DIY Ghost in a Window Halloween Decoration (Easy Dollar General Craft)

By Lori Jacobs / September 16, 2025 /
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DIY Ghost in a Window Halloween Decoration (Easy Dollar General Craft) Looking for a spooky-cute DIY to bring some Halloween charm to your decor? This “Ghost in a Window” craft is the perfect weekend project! It combines Dollar General finds, a faux window frame, mesh, and ribbon embellishments, and your creative flair to make a…

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How to Make a DIY Christmas Tree Hat Topper

By Lori Jacobs / September 9, 2025 /
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How to Make a DIY Christmas Tree Hat Topper Looking for a whimsical way to top your Christmas tree this year? Instead of a traditional star or bow, why not craft your very own hat topper! This oversized, sturdy hat is perfect for a Candy Land-themed tree, but you can adapt it to any holiday…

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How to Decorate a Candyland-Themed Hat for a Christmas Tree Topper

By Lori Jacobs / September 4, 2025 /
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How to Decorate a Candyland-Themed Hat for a Christmas Tree Topper Transform your Christmas tree into a whimsical Candyland dream with this adorable DIY candy-themed hat topper! In this tutorial, I’ll walk you through how to decorate a sturdy, velvet-covered top hat with handcrafted faux sweets like donuts, macaroons, and ribbon candy, all made from…

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DIY Rustic Wooden Pumpkins – A Charming Fall Craft Project

By Lori Jacobs / August 27, 2025 /
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Learn how to make rustic wooden pumpkins from scrap 2x4s with this easy DIY tutorial. Perfect for farmhouse fall décor, these charming pumpkins are customizable and budget-friendly.

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DIY Tier Tray Tutorial: Step-by-Step Guide to Painting, Assembling & Styling

By Lori Jacobs / August 20, 2025 /
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A tier tray is one of the most versatile pieces of home décor you can own. It’s perfect for displaying seasonal items, soaps, baked goods, or even crafting supplies.

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How to Make a Santa Candy Cane Wreath Using an Evergreen Base

By Lori Jacobs / November 4, 2025 /
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How to Make a Santa Candy Cane Wreath Using an Evergreen Base Introduction If you love classic red-and-white Christmas décor, this Santa Candy Cane Wreath will be your new favorite holiday project. Using an evergreen base, festive deco mesh, and bright candy-striped ribbons, this wreath gives you a full, merry design that looks professionally made,…

Read More

Understanding Different Types of Ribbon: How to Match Patterns and When to Use Them

By Lori Jacobs / October 31, 2025 /
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Understanding Different Types of Ribbon: How to Match Patterns and When to Use Them If you’ve ever stood in front of a wall of ribbon at your favorite craft store and felt overwhelmed, you’re not alone! Ribbon comes in so many styles, textures, and widths that it can be hard to know which one to…

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How to Make a Grinch Wreath

By Lori Jacobs / October 23, 2025 /
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If you love festive crafts with a dash of mischief, this DIY Grinch wreath tutorial is for you! In this guide, we’ll walk through how to make a Grinch-themed deco mesh wreath using simple supplies,

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How to Make a Halloween Deco Mesh Sunburst Wreath

By Lori Jacobs / October 14, 2025 /
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. This is one of my favorite styles to make because it’s full, colorful, and gives that festive burst look that makes any door stand out. If you’ve been crafting along with me for a while, you know I love projects that use Dollar Tree or craft store basics to create something magical. Let’s get started!

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How to Make a Witch Hat Decoration with Dollar Tree Supplies

By Lori Jacobs / October 8, 2025 /
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How to Make a Witch Hat Decoration with Dollar Tree Supplies Hi friends, Lori here! Halloween crafting is one of my favorite times of year, and today I’m going to show you how to make a super cute Witch Hat Decoration using Dollar Tree supplies. This project is inexpensive, colorful, and a lot of fun…

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How to Make a Christmas Candy Cane Decoration with a Dollar Tree Form

By Lori Jacobs / October 2, 2025 /
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One of the easiest and most festive DIY Christmas projects you can make is a candy cane decoration using the wire forms from Dollar Tree

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How to Make a Graveside Saddle Floral Arrangement

By Lori Jacobs / September 25, 2025 /
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How to Make a Graveside Saddle Floral Arrangement Honoring loved ones with a handmade floral arrangement is a beautiful way to keep their memory alive. Today, I’m sharing a step-by-step tutorial on how to make a graveside saddle. This design sits securely on top of a gravestone and can be customized with flowers, greenery, and…

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DIY Ghost in a Window Halloween Decoration (Easy Dollar General Craft)

By Lori Jacobs / September 16, 2025 /
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DIY Ghost in a Window Halloween Decoration (Easy Dollar General Craft) Looking for a spooky-cute DIY to bring some Halloween charm to your decor? This “Ghost in a Window” craft is the perfect weekend project! It combines Dollar General finds, a faux window frame, mesh, and ribbon embellishments, and your creative flair to make a…

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How to Make a DIY Christmas Tree Hat Topper

By Lori Jacobs / September 9, 2025 /
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How to Make a DIY Christmas Tree Hat Topper Looking for a whimsical way to top your Christmas tree this year? Instead of a traditional star or bow, why not craft your very own hat topper! This oversized, sturdy hat is perfect for a Candy Land-themed tree, but you can adapt it to any holiday…

Read More

How to Decorate a Candyland-Themed Hat for a Christmas Tree Topper

By Lori Jacobs / September 4, 2025 /
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How to Decorate a Candyland-Themed Hat for a Christmas Tree Topper Transform your Christmas tree into a whimsical Candyland dream with this adorable DIY candy-themed hat topper! In this tutorial, I’ll walk you through how to decorate a sturdy, velvet-covered top hat with handcrafted faux sweets like donuts, macaroons, and ribbon candy, all made from…

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DIY Rustic Wooden Pumpkins – A Charming Fall Craft Project

By Lori Jacobs / August 27, 2025 /
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Learn how to make rustic wooden pumpkins from scrap 2x4s with this easy DIY tutorial. Perfect for farmhouse fall décor, these charming pumpkins are customizable and budget-friendly.

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DIY Tier Tray Tutorial: Step-by-Step Guide to Painting, Assembling & Styling

By Lori Jacobs / August 20, 2025 /
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A tier tray is one of the most versatile pieces of home décor you can own. It’s perfect for displaying seasonal items, soaps, baked goods, or even crafting supplies.

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7 Home Decor Trends for Summer 2022

By Hard Working Mom Team / June 21, 2022 /
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If updating any space in your home is on the radar this summer, then you’ll want to take note of these home decor trends for summer 2022. Every year a new round of seasonal colors and decor styles hit the markets and these are a few you don’t want to miss.

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Best Decorating Ideas for a Mantel

By Hard Working Mom Team / June 17, 2022 /

Spaces above the fireplace are usually one of the hardest places to decorate, which is why we’d like to share our best decorating ideas for a mantel. These do-it-yourself suggestions are not only ideal for any decorating style but they are also inexpensive to create. Clear of your mantel and use one of the ideas below to set up a space you can be proud of.

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Easy DIY Summer Front Porch Ideas

By Hard Working Mom Team / June 14, 2022 /

Don’t leave your porch bare this summer. Instead, consider one of our easy DIY summer front porch ideas. Whether you have a small or large space to work with, these are easy to tweak to your personal style. The overall idea is to give your porch a cute upscale for the summer season.

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4 Summer Theme Ideas to Consider Trying

By Hard Working Mom Team / June 10, 2022 /

As summer makes its approach, you may be looking for a new way to decorate a space in your home. We’ve put together a few decor theme ideas to consider trying this summer. They are easy to do and don’t require complete makeovers. Most of the supplies needed can even be purchased at your local Dollar Store. It’s a win-win!

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4 Summer Decluttering Tips for Your Home

By Hard Working Mom Team / June 7, 2022 /

4 summer decluttering tips for your home. With the kids officially on summer break and the possibility of having friends and family over, having a sparkling home everyone can enjoy is a must. Take the stress out of clearing out your clutter with these tried and true suggestions.

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9 DIY Summer Wreath Ideas

By Hard Working Mom Team / May 23, 2022 /

These summer wreath ideas are sure to get you and your door ready for the hottest season of the year. Between flowers and gardens and all things that buzz, the ideas below celebrate all that comes with the summer months.

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SIX 4th of July Party Decoration Ideas

By Hard Working Mom Team / May 20, 2022 /

f you’re having a gathering for the patriot holiday, we have several 4th of July party decoration ideas for you to try. These are quick, easy, and inexpensive ways to decorate your home and/or backyard in patriotic style. The best part is these ideas use supplies and materials you most likely already have in your home. 

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Easy DIY Lemonade Sign Ideas

By Hard Working Mom Team / May 18, 2022 /

These easy DIY lemonade sign ideas are perfect for summer birthday parties, get-togethers, or if you have kiddos who are looking to sell lemonade and make a few extra bucks.

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Decorating Ideas for Your Home Office

By Hard Working Mom Team / May 16, 2022 /

If you have a working space in your home, then you’ll love these decorating ideas for your home office. Whatever the size of your office, it’s a great idea to minimize the cost of decorating it. Here are some tips for what you will need and the things you can do without to create a…

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How to Make a DIY Nautical Beach Themed Wreath

By Hard Working Mom Team / May 9, 2022 /

Even if you don’t live near the beach, you can bring it near you with this DIY Nautical Beach Themed Wreath. Not only is it easy to make, but all the supplies come from the Dollar Tree making it an inexpensive craft project to try. Stop by your local Dollar Tree, pick up the items…

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7 DIY Sign Ideas to Spruce Up Your Garden

By Hard Working Mom Team / April 28, 2022 /

Spring is the season of blooming, which is why we’d like to share a few DIY sign ideas to spruce up your garden. If you’re like most outdoor gardeners, the things you grow are only a part of the garden.

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Best Bathroom Decorating Ideas

By Hard Working Mom Team / April 25, 2022 /

If you’re in the market for giving your bathroom a makeover, we have the best bathroom decorating ideas. These tips are sure to help you with whatever you are planning to do in this special space.

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