Category: DIY

  • DIY: Painted Mason Jar Vases

    DIY: Painted Mason Jar Vases

    Upcycle some mason jars to create a unique piece of art. These decorated jars make the best gifts for Mother’s Day, Teacher’s Appreciation Day, or a gift for a neighbor. And these jars can be used for more than a vase to hold flowers. The jars can hold utensils, pencils, toothbrushes, candy, and so much more.

  • Color Your Heart Out

    Color Your Heart Out

    Are you looking for a craft idea to keep your kids (and you) from going stir crazy during these long winter days? Try making these heart-shaped color crayons. It’s the perfect Valentine’s Day activity for your kids to be creative, and bonus, you get to use all those broken crayons lying around your house.

  • IG Live with The Crafty Chica: Frida-Inspired Ornament Tutorial

    IG Live with The Crafty Chica: Frida-Inspired Ornament Tutorial

    Looking for some creative motivation? Join Kathy Cano-Murillo, The Crafty Chica for a live craft activity inspired by her latest book, Forever Frida: A Celebration of the Life, Art, Loves, Words, and Style of Frida Kahlo. Join us on IG live on Thursday, November 12 at 6:00 PM PT. Kathy will be creating a Frida-inspired ornament.

  • Drop Dead GorgeousTM – Live Día De Los Muertos Makeup Class for Beginners

    Drop Dead GorgeousTM – Live Día De Los Muertos Makeup Class for Beginners

    Join Maria Rizzo Locsin, Founder of Pachuca Cosmetics, and makeup artist and aesthetician Silvia Alvarez, owner of Aesthetics by Silvia, present a live Día De Los Muertos makeup demo for beginners. They will show tips and tricks to create a beautiful Día De Los Muertos look. This online class is perfect for families.

  • Día de los Muertos con los Amigos Virtual Party

    Día de los Muertos con los Amigos Virtual Party

    Even though Trick or Treating is canceled this year, it doesn’t mean the celebrations have to stop, at least not virtually. I asked my girls if they wanted a virtual Halloween party or Día de los Muertos (Day of the Dead) con los Amigos party. They selected a Day of the Dead party, and we came up with some simple ideas to make the party fun. To get some ideas for a virtual kids party, read more here.