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12 Show-Stopping Succulent Crafts

March 7, 2016 by FaveCrafts

There’s something to be said for bringing a little bit of the outdoors into your home. A little bit of greenery can easily brighten up any room. That’s why we are just in love with succulents right now! They are the most adorable little plants, and they can flourish just about anywhere. I’ve seen people keep succulents on their bookshelves, on their desk at work, even hanging from the ceiling!

There are a lot of reasons that succulents are so popular. A big reason is that they are a very low maintenance plant. As long as they are kept in sunny spots, they only need to be watered about once a week (depending on the week). Learn more about how to care for succulents here.

Remember, succulents can be more than just an adorable piece of home decor. Succulents can be given as gifts, make precious party favors, and have even been used at weddings! Succulents can be incorporated into corsages, bouquets, and even used as place cards at a reception. There’s no end to what these charming little plants can be used for.

Now that it is officially March, that means there is one thing on everyone’s mind: Spring is coming!! This means that it’s time to get creative and breathe new life into your home. And what better way to celebrate the approaching change in season than with these show-stopping succulent crafts?

Show-Stopping Succulent Crafts

How to Make a Succulent Fairy Garden (shown)

Elegant and Easy Succulent Centerpieces

How to Make a Succulent Wreath

DIY Vintage Vertical Succulent Garden

Succulent DIY Garden Projects

Decoupaged Succulent Planter

Punny Succulent Gifts

Shimmery Succulent Centerpiece

Smiling Succulent DIY Pincushion

Succulent Quilt Pattern

Mini Succulent Planters

Gorgeous Green Succulent DIY Earrings

Comment below and let us know, what is your favorite way to display your succulents?

12 Delightful Duct Tape Crafts

March 1, 2016 by FaveCrafts

There are some items that are always bound to appear in your house, whether you remember purchasing them or not. Paperclips, notepads, candles, bobby pins, rubber bands…these items inevitably end up cluttering your junk drawers and overflowing into all areas of your house. For me, the biggest perpetrator is bobby pins. Those little metal clips end up in pockets, under couch cushions, and sometimes even in the washing machine!

But today, we’re here to talk about a household item that always seems to be missing from your junk drawer. That’s right, we’re talking about duct tape! Used by husbands and wives alike to hold together objects that are slowly breaking, or to package up the important gifts that you’re mailing to the relatives. Somehow, everyone seems to run out of duct tape. Which means you’re always running to the store to buy more. During your hunt for more duct tape, you might notice that nowadays, duct tape comes in all different colors and patterns. So maybe…it’s time to have some fun with your collection of duct tape 😉

Duct tape crafts are all the rage right now! They are easy and run and so quick to create. Buy up a bunch of duct tape and craft with your friends and your next get together. Or, buy some duct tape for your kids and bond with them over this easy crafting endeavor. The possibilities are endless, and the end result of these duct tape crafts are not only adorable, they’re also durable!

We’ve gathered up some of our very favorite duct tape crafts just for you. So put your creative caps on and get crafting!

Delightful Duct Tape Crafts

How to Make a Duct Tape Keychain

Duct Tape Minion Bag

DIY Luggage Tag for Kids

Duct Tape Plant Holder

The Easiest Duct Tape Flowers (shown above)

Unbelievably Cool Owl Tote

Duct Tape Bags

5 Minute Duct Tape iPhone Case

Duct Tape Crystal Bracelet (shown)

Funky DIY Dollhouse from Duct Tape

How to Make a Duct Tape Cuff Bracelet

How to Make Duct Tape Guitar Pick Earrings

Comment below and let us know, what do you like to create with duct tape?

10 Free Coloring Pages for Adults

February 25, 2016 by FaveCrafts

Remember the good old days, when pulling out a coloring book and using markers, crayons, or colored pencils to bring life to your favorite pictures was the best way to spend an afternoon? Well, get ready, because the good old days are back! Recently, adult coloring books have been making a huge comeback. Major crafting and art supply companies have been marketing coloring books and coloring utensils to adults. Because who said only the kids get to color? 😉

Now is the time to relive the glory days and get back into coloring. Not only is it a fun activity, but recent studies have shown that adult coloring books are actually good for you. Taking time out of your day to spend coloring is actually a form of art therapy. It can be a great way to relax, refocus, and reflect on the day, while enjoying a calming and therapeutic activity. So not only will you be dedicating time to improve your coloring skills, you’ll also be taking time to improve your mental health. You can read more about some of the therapeutic benefits to coloring over at FaveCrafts!

Now that you’re aware of both the creative and health benefits of coloring books, what are you waiting for? It’s time to get started and the sooner the better. We’ve rounded up our favorite free coloring pages for adults, and we know you’re going to love them. From animals and houses to intricate designs, we’ve got something for everyone. So gather up your markers, your crayons, your colored pencils, and color your heart out!

Free Coloring Pages For Adults

Big Eyed Owl Adult Coloring Page

Houses Coloring Page

Intricate Coloring Pages

Friendly Owls Free Coloring Page

Mandala Free Coloring Pages (shown)

Printable Dr. Seuss Coloring Pages

Geometric Heart Coloring Page

Leo the Lion Adult Coloring Page

Big Bang Adult Coloring Page

Perfect Profile Adult Coloring Page

BONUS! 7 Adult Coloring Pages Free eBook

Sources: Why adult coloring books are good for you from CNN.com

Comment below and let us know, what’s your favorite coloring utensil?

15 Creative Centerpieces

February 18, 2016 by FaveCrafts

It may still be the middle of winter, but that doesn’t mean that the dreary weather of the outdoors should affect the inside of your house. One surefire way to cure the winter blues is to make an effort to brighten up your home. You can do this with all sorts of home decor crafts and DIY projects. This week, our favorite way to spruce up your house is with these creative centerpieces!

A centerpiece is a very underrated and yet vital piece of home decor. With just one simple statement, the right centerpiece can pull the entire room together. A centerpiece placed on the dinner table can make a normal and rushed weeknight meal feel like an actual sit-down dinner. You’ll go from rushing through the meal to watch TV, to a family that takes the time to sit down and talk about your day at the table. And even if conversation doesn’t flow easily at first, at least the centerpiece can become a talking point!

Centerpieces are also a great accent to bring out around the holidays. A fun “lucky” centerpiece for St. Patrick’s Day, or a beautiful Easter centerpiece of flowers will help you to fully celebrate the holiday. If you’re hosting guests for any upcoming holidays, the right centerpiece can pull your whole room together and make your house look elegant and festive.

We’ve rounded up a collection of our favorite unique and creative centerpieces for you to explore. So get creative and brighten up your home this month!

Creative Centerpieces

Simple Easter DIY Centerpiece

Cute Spring Doily Table Runner

Hanging DIY Flower Chandelier

DIY Cement & Copper Candle Centerpiece

Tea Light DIY Centerpiece (shown)

Elegant and Easy Succulent Table Centerpieces

Paper Flower Centerpiece

Elegant White Rose Centerpiece

Let Them Eat Cake Centerpiece

Sentimental Glass Centerpiece

Flowered Flute Centerpiece

Daisy Duck Spring Centerpiece

Upcycled Light Bulb Centerpiece

Pallet Wood Box DIY Centerpiece

DIY Geometric Candle Holders

Comment below and let us know, on what occasions will you use your centerpieces?

A Crochet Hat Pattern for Every Day of the Week

February 16, 2016 by FaveCrafts

There’s nothing like a cute and comfy hat to get you through the week. And during the winter, a hat is basically part of the required uniform. So, if you’re going to be donning a hat every day, why not have fun with it? We’ve rounded up some of our favorite crochet hat patterns to provide you with a Crochet Hat Pattern for Every Day of the Week. So let’s get started!

Monday

Getting up on a Monday can be the most daunting task of your entire week. You have the entire week ahead of you, and so much to do. So, tackle the world with this adorable Grey Slouchie Crochet Beanie! It’s guaranteed to cure the Monday blues and make you feel ready to start your week.

Grey Slouchie Crochet Beanie

Tuesday

Tuesdays are for feeling pretty and looking good. They are also, coincidentally, for tacos. But what’s really important is – how will you look good this Tuesday? We recommend trying out this cute Crazy for Crochet Turban. It’s a unique hat that will go with almost any outfit. And the stylish knot at the front of the hat will bring a touch of elegance and femininity to any ensemble. Get ready to knock them dead!

Crazy for Crochet Turban

Wednesday

It’s the middle of the week. You’re almost there! Just a few more days, and you’ll have made it to the weekend. But until then, it’s time to buckle down and get to work. And that is exactly what this adorable Crochet Newsboy Hat will help you do. Modeled after classic newsboys’ caps, this darling cap will help you focus on your goals for the week and get to work!

Crochet Newsboy Hat

Thursday

The end if almost in sight! You can feel the weekend drawing nearer. But it’s only Thursday, and you’re wondering how you can possibly make it to the weekend. Well never fear! This charming Warm Hug Cro chet Hat is here to comfort you and give you hope. No matter how rough this week had been, you will get through it!

Warm Hug Cro chet Hat

Friday

It’s FRIDAY! YAY! Time to celebrate! It’s time to get ready to enjoy the weekend. And what better way to enjoy the weekend than with this stylish and classic Faux Mistake Rib Easy Crochet Hat? it’s simple and understated, but it is sure to bring you lots of compliments!

Faux Mistake Rib Easy Crochet Hat

Saturday

Saturdays are for going on adventures. They’re for discovering your new favorite activity, and spending time with the people you love. So you might as well feel cute and comfy while doing it! The Big Pom Big Style Winter Hat is a carefree and comfortable hat that you will instantly fall in love with. Pull it out for the weekend to relax in style!

Big Pom Big Style Winter Hat

Sunday

It’s Sunday-Funday! Time to pull out your favorite fun and silly hats and wear them proudly. This week, we have something for all the true Star Wars fan out there, the Storm Trooper-Inspired Beanie! Wear your love for Star Wars proudly with this cute and fun hat!

Storm Trooper-Inspired Beanie

Comment below and let us know, what’s your favorite crochet hat pattern?

14 Free Scarf Knitting Patterns That Will Steal Your Heart

February 11, 2016 by FaveCrafts

When the winter winds become so bitterly cold that you can’t bear to be outside, what do you do? Hiding under the blankets and staying in your bed until spring is certainly an appealing option, but not a very realistic one.

Here at FaveCrafts, we say fight the cold with needles! Knitting needles, that is. There’s nothing better to protect yourself from the cold than a lovely, warm, knitted accessory. This week, we’re really excited about all the warm and adorable free scarf knitting patterns that we’ve found. Who can say no to such cute and comfy pieces?

This collection of free scarf knitting patterns has every type of scarf under the sun. From cable knits and cowls to openweave scarves and winter sets, we’ve got you covered. We’ve even gone so far as to find the right scarves for everyone in your life. Whether you’re knitting for yourself, for your husband, or for the kids, we’ve got just the pattern for you. So pick up those needles and get to work!

Knit Scarf Patterns for Women

Stay warm and stylish with these free scarf knitting patterns!

Knit Two Hours or Less Scarf (shown)

Vanilla Meringue Cowl

Glitter Openweave Scarf

Sunset Scarf Knitting Pattern

Mountain Mist Scarf

Find more knit scarf patterns for women here!

Knit Scarf Patterns for Men

Keep the men in your life all warm and cozy with these free scarf knitting patterns!

Men’s Winter Scarf and Hat (shown)

Luxurious Alpaca Scarf

Chevron Scarf

Gray Knit Scarf Set

Find more knit scarf patterns for men here!

Knit Scarf Patterns for Kids

Keep your kiddies all bundled up with these cute free scarf knitting patterns!

Diagonal Hat and Scarf Knitting Pattern (shown)

Ribbed Hat and Scarf

Colorful Winter Set

Bobble Scarf and Hat

30 Minute Arm Knitted Scarf

Find more knit scarf patterns for kids here!

Comment below and let us know, what type of scarf will you be knitting?

101 Homemade Gifts Your Boyfriend Won’t Hate

February 5, 2016 by FaveCrafts

It can be so hard to shop for your boyfriend around Valentine’s Day. All of the traditional fall-backs of the holiday just don’t apply to boys. The flowers and teddy bears and chocolates that they can shower you with on Valentine’s Day aren’t exactly gifts that men would want to receive. So what’s a girl to do?

Well never fear! We’ve rounded up our favorite collections of Valentine’s Day Gifts for Him. And the best part about these gifts – they are all homemade! There is no better way to show the man in your life how much you care than by hand crafting a homemade gift for him. Homemade gifts require a lot of time, care, and effort. Because of this, they are the perfect physical representation of the love that you and your significant other share.

So take your time and browse through this collection of gift ideas. We’re sure you’ll find the perfect gift to make for your boyfriend!

The Top 5 Homemade Gifts He Actually Wants

Sure, a watch is a nice and respectable gift. But is it a gift that your boyfriend actually wants? We’ve done the research and assembled the 5 Homemade Gifts He Actually Wants. One of those gifts is an all-time favorite of ours: Giant Oreos! Because everyone knows that the way to a man’s heart is through his stomach.

Check out the other four gifts he actually wants here!

DIY Gifts for the Guy Who Has It All

Is your boyfriend the type of guy who buys himself everything he needs, whenever he wants it? If so, then shopping for him can be a real struggle. That’s why homemade gifts are so great. Giving him a homemade gift means that you’re 100% sure that he doesn’t already own it! This collection of DIY Gifts for Boyfriend: 24 Paper Crafts for Guys Who Have It All has some great ideas for homemade gifts for your man. One of the cutest ideas is pictured below, 49 Reasons Why I Love You. It’s guaranteed to make your man’s heart melt!

Check out more DIY gifts here!

Still Stumped? We’ve Got MORE!

If you’re still on the hunt for the perfect Valentine’s Day gift, then you’ve come to the right place. We’ve got 72 Valentine’s Day Ideas for Boyfriend, and we know that one of these will be the perfect gift idea for you! Just check out the adorable Tiny Painted Teacups and Saucers pictured below. Can’t you see yourself enjoying a warm cup of tea with your boyfriend?

Check out more Valentine’s Day ideas here!

Comment below and let us know, what gifts will you give on Valentine’s Day?

10+ Wine Bottle Crafts for Galentine’s Day

February 3, 2016 by FaveCrafts

We know that everyone is getting excited about Valentine’s Day this year. It’s all hearts and roses and chocolates and cupids everywhere! But let’s not forget the holiday that comes before Valentine’s Day, and is arguably even more important than the fabled day of romance.

We’re talking about Galentine’s Day!

Galentine’s Day is February 13th, the day before Valentine’s Day. Galentine’s Day is about celebrating all of the wonderful women in your life. The day was originally created by Leslie Knope, Amy Poehler’s character on the wonderful television show Parks and Recreation. Every year, Leslie spent the day before Valentine’s Day with all her female friends, celebrating their friendship and their love for each other.

This idea has become so popular, that Galentine’s Day celebrations are now a common occurrence across the country! And why shouldn’t they be? We love the idea of women coming together to celebrate each other and to celebrate their friendships. So in honor of Galentine’s Day, we’ve collected some of our favorite recycled crafts for you and your female friends to tackle together.

This collection of Wine Bottle Crafts for Galentine’s Day is the perfect way to make use of any old and empty wine bottles still lying around your house. Why throw those perfectly nice bottles in the trash when you can put them to good use in your home? And let’s be honest. There’s a chance that you and your friends might go through a few wine bottles when you get together to celebrate Galentine’s Day… might as well have something crafty to do with them afterwards!