Let’s Stick Together: 23 Washi Tape Ideas

September 3, 2014 by FaveCrafts

What is this mysterious washi tape you ask? Why, it’s only the easiest way to add some decorative flair to anything ever!

Washi tape originated in Japan and has since been a popular craft item for many beginner and experienced DIY-ers.

With just a simple roll of washi tape, you can add a bit of pattern to many household objects, including school projects, cellphone charger boxes, and computer keyboards.

DIY washi tape ideas are great for creating homemade gift ideas for any time of the year. All you need to do is find a pattern or color scheme that your friend would love, and voila! You can turn any plain trinket into a personalized piece of art.

Here are only a few of the many ideas for washi tape craft projects. If you’re interested in finding more ways to use your decorative tape, check out FaveCrafts, AllFreeHolidayCrafts, AllFreeKidsCrafts, or AllFreePaperCrafts. There, you can find more projects and a washi tape review to testify the magic of this special tape.

Washi Tape Card Ideas

Looking for easy card ideas that look like they came from Hallmark? Whether you need a card for a birthday or Christmas celebration, you will love what a little washi tape can do to any greeting card. Get inspired with these cool washi tape card ideas!

1) Washi Tape Cards

2) DIY Washi Tape Holiday Cards

Washi Tape Gift Ideas

Now that you have a card, you will certainly need a unique gift idea to go with it. We love these simple washi tape gift ideas because they will make anybody smile!

3) Washi Tape Earrings

4) Stick Around Spring Flowers

5) Make a Chalkboard Teacher Gift

6) Washi Tape Hooty Owl

7) Classy Washi Tape DIY Clutch

8) Wacky Washi Tape Puzzle

Gift Wrapping Ideas

Time to wrap things up. We still have quite a few more washi tape ideas, but for now you might want to wrap those adorable gifts you just created. Don’t settle for store bought wrapping paper when you can make something much cuter and more unique!

9) Washi Tape Gift Wrap

10) DIY Tape Gift Tags

11) Washi Tape DIY Gift Boxes

Washi Tape Storage Ideas

Do you feel like you’re running out of room in the house to put all of your crafty treasures? These storage ideas will help you de-clutter the office, laundry room, and bedrooms. You will love being creatively organized as much as we do!

12) Upcycled Washi Tape Storage Box

13) Washi Tape Clothespins

14) Multipurpose Pencil Holder

15) Washi Tape Organizer Pouch

Other Ideas for Washi Tape

We just couldn’t leave these miscellaneous washi tape ideas out. Take a look at any of these other ideas for washi tape and you’ll fall in love just as quickly as we did!

16) Claus-Approved Beaded Ornament

17) Simple Washi Tape Ornament

18) DIY Washi Tape Fairy Lights

19) Easy Washi Tape Ornaments

20) Washi Tape Americana Art

21) Spring Bling Bird’s Nest

22) Fabulous Washi Tape Pumpkin

23) Simple Stars and Stripes Wall Art

BONUS: Make Your Own

Yes, it’s true: you really can create DIY washi tape for you to use on future crafts. If you can’t find the right colors or patterns in stores, make your own washi tape with this cool tutorial! You will be saving plenty of money and letting your creativity expand!

How do you like to use washi tape? Comment below!

24 DIY Gift Wrapping Ideas

December 17, 2013 by AllFreeChristmasCrafts

There are only 8 more days till Christmas. Hard to believe, right? With all the costs that come during the holiday season, there’s no reason to spend more than you need to, especially when it comes to wrapping your presents. So instead of buying the generic gift bags and wrapping paper from the store this year, make them yourself! Not only will your presents stand out from the crowd, but it can save you a few bucks. From fun boxes to creative gift bags, there are millions of DIY gift wrapping ideas to take your present from plain to fabulous. It also gives you the opportunity to personalize your present even more. So here at AllFreeChristmasCrafts, we thought we’d help you get those creative juices flowing. We’ve gathered a few crafts to help you wrap your gifts in style. From wrapping paper to bags and boxes, we’ve got you covered. Before you head out to the store to pick yet another roll of wrapping paper, check out these ideas!

Gift Bags

Do you have a bunch of scrap fabric lying around? What about a paper bag and some markers? Then you have all the materials you’ll need to create a Ho Ho Ho Gift Bag or the Best Brown Gift Bag. If you have multiple little gifts going to one person, why not put them all within a gift bag? Check out some other gift bag designs below:

Gift Boxes

These gift boxes are the perfect DIY wrapping idea. Instead of using wrapping paper, decorate the box. Check out some of these awesome gift box ideas below:

Wrapping Paper

It’s your turn to become the artist and design your own wrapping paper! In just a few minutes you’ll have a uniquely wrapped gift. Keep it simple or make it intricate, it’s all up to you. Check out the wrapping paper ideas below:

Gift Tags

Once you’ve wrapped all your presents, you’ll need a gift tag to make sure you remember who it goes to. From washi tape to paint chips, these crafts use simple materials to create one-of-a-kind gift tags. Check out the projects below:

How are you going to wrap your presents this year?

16 Unique Gift Toppers

October 22, 2013 by FaveCrafts

Dress up your packages with these adorable gift toppers! From newspaper bows to yarn pom-poms, these clever package accessories will take your gift wrapping skills to a whole new level!

I love adding a little gift topper to my holiday presents. They give simple boxes and bags dimension and style, and oftentimes gift toppers can act as a little bonus gift! This Paper Flower Gift Flair, for example, can double as a cute hair accessory or pin. Simply attach a bobby pin to the back of the flower and use the bobby pin to attach the flower to the gift…that way the embellishment is easy to remove and ready to wear!

These 3D Christmas Gift Toppers can also double as beautiful ornaments. Made with items you most likely have around your home already, these holiday gift toppers are great for helping you clear out your craft stash while helping you add a festive and fun look to all your holiday packages.

BONUS! We’re giving away an awesome artistic gift wrap collection! Scroll down for more info!

16 Creative Homemade Gift Toppers

BONUS! We’re giving away this awesome artistic gift wrap collection! With tons of awesome gift wrap, folders, paper pads, gift tags, journals and more, this collection will completely transform the way you craft with paper. You have until November 5, 2013 to enter, and you can enter to win once a day…so the more you return, the greater your chances of winning this awesome giveaway!

Want even MORE free stuff? Check out our other weekly giveaways going on now!

Homemade Christmas Gifts: Gift Packaging Ideas

August 19, 2013 by AllFreeChristmasCrafts

When I was little, my favorite way to give gifts was the hard way. I would wrap several nesting boxes in layers and layers of duct tape, then wrap it with several layers of newspaper, then more duct tape . . . you get the idea. Now that I’m a little older, I’m less concerned with making loved ones work for their presents and more concerned with making unique and creative gift packaging ideas.

You probably have some gift ideas in mind already for the upcoming Christmas holiday, but how do you give them? Maybe you have small gift ideas but your house is filled with only large gift bags and boxes. Maybe you have gifts in awkward shapes and sizes that are trickier to wrap than you thought. Like me, you probably want to make the gift packaging as exciting as the gift itself. After all, nothing says Merry Christmas like dazzling gift wrap to foreshadow the exciting gifts inside.

Box Crafts

From Small Trinket Paper Gift Boxes to Recycled Gift Canisters and more, you are sure to find box crafts here that will be perfect for your gift. Many of these wonderful gift packaging ideas double as decorations, like the Christmas Keepsake Gift Boxes or the Painted Joy Gift Box.

Christmas Ornament Gift Box
Painted Joy Gift Box
Peppermint Gift Box
Recycled Gift Canisters
Small Trinket Paper Gift Box
Triangular Gift Box
Wrapped Up Gift Can
Chalkboard Paint Gift Box
Christmas Keepsake Gift Boxes
Christmas Cookie Tins

Bag Crafts

Bag crafts are perfect for wrapping a bunch of small items, especially if these items are awkward shapes and sizes. Try making mini gift bags like the Fabric Gift Wrap or put those crochet skills to the test with the Crochet Santa Pants Bag. You can go thrifty when you reuse leftover scrapbook paper to make the Easy Scrapbook Paper Gift Bags. Gift packaging ideas abound when you check out all of the wonderful gift bag crafts AllFreeChristmasCrafts has to offer!

Crochet Santa Pants Bag
Fabric Gift Wrap
Sponge Paint Snowman Gift Bag
Santa Gift Sack
Embossed Velvet Christmas Gift Bag

Jar Crafts

I personally love glass jars. Jar crafts are so much fun, and they really make for unique gift packaging ideas! You can use glass etching with projects like the Personalized Christmas Jar and the Festive Etched Glass Jars. The great part about these crafts is that they can be used as decorations or for various storage after the Christmas holiday. This Gorgeous Poinsettia Christmas Jar can be used as Christmas mantel decor for years to come.

Single Serving Hot Chocolate in a Jar (comes with a free recipe!)
Festive Etched Glass Jars
Personalized Christmas Jar
Gorgeous Poinsettia Christmas Jar

When if comes to gift packaging ideas, do you prefer bag crafts or box crafts?

Link Love: Polka Dot Craft Projects

August 15, 2013 by FaveCrafts

How can you not smile with you look at polka dots? They seem to give a whimsical look and fun touch to just about anything. You can add character to a vase, sweater or card by simply adding a few little dots – talk about a quick and easy idea! Polka dots can breath new life into an old piece, too. Save yourself a trip to the mall or home decor store and upcycle a piece you already have on hand.

If your space is looking a little plain, you can’t go wrong with a home decor craft that incorporates polka dots. Blue and Green Polka Dot Wall Art is uncomplicated and adorable, making it an ideal project for crafts of all ages. For this project, your can use polka dot fabrics to cover a Styrofoam canvas, but you can also apply paint to acheive a unique look. Another cool home decor project to make is a Polka Dot Tissue Lantern. Start with a plain white lantern and add tissue paper – all you need is Mod Podge! The translucent tissue paper will project dots onto your wall while still providing adequate lighting for any space. You can also use buttons to create polka dots for a Fabric Button Bracelet. An empty cardboard roll serves as the base of this project, making it ideal for eco-friendly crafters or anyone on a budget.

Don’t be afraid to add polka dots to your next craft project, whether it’s a plate, bracelet or t-shirt. You’ll love the look and will want to show off your creativity and handiwork to anyone who crosses your path.

Gold Polka-Dotted Paper Mache Glass Jars from Hello Hydrangea
Pom Pom Sweater from I Wear the Canvas
DIY Polka Dot Wrapping Paper from Squirrelly Minds
Polka Dot Card from Gimme Some Style
Polka Dots Painted Bracelet from VJuliet
Painted Polka Dot Plate from Crafting In the Rain
Glitter Polka Dot Wrapping Paper from A Cozy Kitchen
Confetti Card from Mr. Handsome Face
Easy Square Top With Stamped Polka Dots from It’s Always Autumn

Crafts to Help You Kick-Start Christmas in July

July 12, 2013 by AllFreeHolidayCrafts

The sun is out, the sandals are on, and we’ve all got one thing on our minds…Christmas of course! Christmas in July is already here, but don’t worry. AllFreeHolidayCrafts.com has a list of 100 Easy Christmas Crafts for the Holidays to help kick-start Christmas in July! The magical holiday will be upon us before we know it so it’s time to check out these crazy holiday crafts.

Whether you’re looking for handmade Christmas decorations or easy Christmas crafts for kids, we’ve got you covered. Each project in this list of Crafts to Help You Kick-Start Christmas in July is easy to make and takes so little time. By December your home will be stacked with Christmas crafts from floor to ceiling!

Bask in the joy of Christmas in July with your friends. Invite them over for a crafting party and see who can make the most crafts from our list of 100 Easy Christmas Crafts for the Holidays. Between the handmade Christmas ornaments and the gift wrap ideas, you’ll have enough crafts to trade, give away, and keep for yourself.

With projects for gift-wrapping, ornament hanging, and spending time with your kids, you’re sure to find something in this list for you. It’s bound to be a craft-crazy Christmas in July!

Kids Crafts for Christmas

After a long day at summer camp, your kids will be overjoyed to come home to a table covered in Christmas craft materials. Get the kids involved in your Christmas in July crafting with these simple crafts for kids. They’ll love delving into their creative side to make Christmas crafts like Rudolph the Glove Reindeer and Fluffy Beard Santa. There’s nothing more magical than Christmas for a child, and they’ll love that they helped create that magic. These easy Christmas crafts for kids are minimal mess and maximum fun!

Sweet Lookin’ Candy Christmas Decorations

No need to worry about cavities with these sweet lookin’ candy Christmas Decorations. Make these handmade Christmas decorations and let your eyes feast. You won’t believe how easy it is to recreate your favorite Christmas treats. There’s nothing sadder than when the dessert plates are empty at the end of the night but these sweet lookin’ candy Christmas decorations are here to stay!

Gift Wrapping Genius Crafts

Become a gift wrapping genius with these gift wrapping genius crafts. Doesn’t it seem like every year you find yourself in a mad dash to purchase Christmas gifts for friends and family? Reduce the stress by making some handmade Christmas wrap this July. These gift wrapping genius crafts make every gift look special with bows, ribbons, and boxes. No matter what you give your loved ones, they’ll have a gift within a gift.

Hungry for more Christmas crafts? Check out our free “7 Easy DIY Christmas Crafts: Make Your Own Ornaments, Wreaths and More!” eBook!

What type of Christmas crafts make you jump for July?

Wrap It Up on Christmas with 18 Handmade Gift Wrapping Ideas

May 4, 2013 by AllFreeChristmasCrafts

Whether you need to wrap an entire Christmas gift or just add the perfect finishing touch, there are so many ways to bring a professional and very chic look to your finished projects.

The first step to dressing up your gift is to choose how you’d like to wrap it. If you aren’t a fan of regular wrapping paper or you just want to try something new, try one of these unique ways to wrap a gift. Many of these easy and quick crafts involve upcycling, so you can reuse other Christmas craft materials in a whole new way. Think of all the money you’ll save!

If you’re looking for a more special way to say your gift is from you, try taking a more personal approach to your Christmas gift tags. There are crafts for handmade gift tags, as well as gift tags you can print out in minutes. They all look like they were store-bought, but with much more original designs.

Gift cards have become a much more popular gift, but the packaging they come in isn’t usually very noteworthy. Fortunately for crafters, our list includes some simple ways to wrap a gift card. Like the other projects in this collection, these gift wrapping ideas are all about recycling what you already have at home. There are some neat tricks to learn in these tutorials, and you may even pick up a technique that you can use for your other Christmas crafts.

One of the most quintessential parts of the gift wrapping experience is the bow. They can be cute, elegant, and totally out of the box (literally). It seems that a lot of bows sold in stores look the same, so we’ve made sure that our list includes tutorials on how to make bows that are suitable for any gift. You can go for something classic, or try a contemporary look; each of these Christmas bows can be made with so few materials that you’ll want to try them all!

Wrapping your gifts on Christmas should be just as special as giving them. If these projects have your attention, then be sure to take a look at the whole collection Wrap It Up: 18 Ways to Wrap a Gift This Christmas. These tutorials will guide you every step of the way to ensure your Christmas gift tags, bows, and wrappings stand out under the Christmas tree this year.

Do you make your own gift wrap or buy it?

Fresh and Formal Stacking Boxes: National Craft Month Project & Giveaway

March 25, 2013 by FaveCrafts

Good morning to another day of our National Craft Month celebration! Today is day 25, and we’re pumped to share another giveaway and craft tutorial with you. Don’t forget that you can visit our blog every day to enter to win a different prize of the day. Find the contest rules and enter below.

Today our friends from Plaid are happy to share an exclusive project with you in honor of National Craft Month. They’re sharing a spring craft tutorial on how to make a set of Fresh and Formal Stacking Boxes to keep you organized this season! This Fresh and Formal Stacking Boxes from Plaid will keep your favorite nick-knacks, crafting materials, and much more stored in an organized container that also functions as a spring decoration.

Fresh and Formal Stacking Boxes

Freshen up for the season with this simple spring craft from Plaid . If you’re looking for a cute and clean way to store your craft supplies and other nick-knacks, take a look at the full project, and make these decorative organizational tools for your home.

This pattern is included in our free eBook, The Ultimate Craft Guide: 25 Free Craft Projects for Every Crafter. Celebrate National Craft Month with us by crafting the great projects in this free downloadable eBook written just for you!

ENTER TO WIN TODAY’S PRIZE

Today’s prize pack includes 6 FolkArt paints, 2 Handmade Charlotte Stencils, and 2 FolkArt Stencils from Plaid . In order to win today’s prize, all you need to do is:

* Like the AllFreeHolidayCrafts Facebook page here, AND

* Like the Plaid Faceboook page here, AND

*Leave a comment on this blog post below telling us:

What type of craft supplies organizers do you make?

OFFICIAL RULES FOR DAILY CONTEST

There is a maximum of one entry per person. The entry will be based upon a comment left on this blog post. Duplicate comments will be deleted and are not tallied.
You must “like” both the AllFreeHolidayCrafts and the Plaid Faceboook page to be eligible.
Winner will be selected at random from the comments on this blog post below.
Winner will be announced here on the blog tomorrow as well as contacted by the email address provided.
You have until tonight, March 25th, 2013 at 11:59p EST to leave your comment on this post. Comments posted after that will not be counted.
Contest open to anyone 18+ in US and/or Canada.

SUPER BONUS – WIN $1000 Gift Card!

Don’t miss your chance to stock up your craft stash and win a $1000 Michael’s gift card. You can enter each day to win this amazing $1000 Shopping Spree at Michaels. You have 6 more days to enjoy National Craft Month, so take some time out of your day to come to the FaveCrafts blog each day to hear about the latest prize.

Good Luck!

Pretty Painted Favor Boxes: National Craft Month Project & Giveaway

March 16, 2013 by FaveCrafts

Happy day 16 of National Craft Month! Come visit our blog every day to enter to win a different prize of the day. Find the contest rules and enter below.

We’re getting a little festive for National Craft Month today with a project from Design Master. If there’s a birthday, big holiday, or any other gift-giving day coming up, do something extra special by making your own Pretty Painted Favor Boxes.

Pretty Painted Favor Boxes

No one ever wants to get caught up in a last minute rush when it comes to gift wrapping, so be sure to take a look at the free tutorial and start coming up with creative looks for your next wrapped gift. Design Master is the craft company with all the expertise when it comes to all things paint, so you’ve just got to see what they use when it comes to gift decorating.

ENTER TO WIN TODAY’S PRIZE

Today’s prize is a gift pack of spray paints from Design Master. In order to win today’s prize, all you need to do is:

* Like the AllFreeChristmasCrafts Facebook page here, AND

* Like the Design Master Faceboook page here, AND

*Leave a comment on this blog post below telling us:

Do you like using paint in your craft projects?

OFFICIAL RULES FOR DAILY CONTEST

There is a maximum of one entry per person. The entry will be based upon a comment left on this blog post. Duplicate comments will be deleted and are not tallied.
You must “like” both the AllFreeChristmasCrafts and the Design Master Facebook pages to be eligible.
Winner will be selected at random from the comments on this blog post below.
Winner will be announced here on the blog tomorrow as well as contacted by the email address provided.
You have until tonight, March 16th, 2013 at 11:59p EST to leave your comment on this post. Comments posted after that will not be counted.
Contest open to anyone 18+ in US and/or Canada.

SUPER BONUS – WIN $1000 Gift Card!

Don’t miss your chance to stock up your craft stash and win a $1000 Michael’s gift card. You can enter each day to win this amazing $1000 Shopping Spree at Michaels. We’ve got 16 more days of prizes for you, so visit us at the FaveCrafts blog each day to hear about the latest prize.

Good Luck!

How to Make A Giant Pom Pom In 60 Seconds Flat

December 12, 2012 by FaveCrafts

This Christmas craft tutorial is brought to you by craft designer Rachel Faucett aka Handmade Charlotte.

The pom pom is definitely the mascot for knitting and we invented a way to make a giant pom in one minute. I’m so thrilled about this easy technique that I had to share. Follow the step by step instructions and you’ll be shocked at how easy it is.

Red Heart sent us piles and piles of yarn to play with and come up with creative projects for the Holidays. Stay tuned for a couple more fun Christmas projects later this month!

Jump over to Handmade Charlotte for the full tutorial.

You only need three simple supplies to make the fun giant poms. We used all different kinds of yarn and color to make each pom pom unique.

Take a peek at the finished pom pom after 1 minute of tying and cutting. This is so fast and easy!

Thanks Red Heart!