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There’s something so satisfying about giving new life to a craft you’ve already loved once before. This little heart-shaped decoration from Dollar Tree has already had its moment in the spotlight—first as part of a Valentine’s Day wreath, dressed in soft pinks and sweet charm. But as the seasons shift and winter settles in, it felt like the perfect time to transform this piece into something fresh, cozy, and winter‑inspired. If you enjoy upcycling as much as I do, this project is a wonderful reminder that our décor doesn’t have to be single‑season. With a few simple supplies and a little creativity, you can turn a Valentine’s heart into a winter treasure. Quick video tutorial Materials You’ll Need Acrylic paint (your winter color of choice) Paintbrush Mod Podge Decorative tissue paper (winter patterns work beautifully) Winter foliage (faux greenery, berries, pine sprigs, etc.) Scissors Optional: heating tool Optional: embellishments like faux pearls, beads, or ribbon Step 1: Pr...

One of my favorite aspects of crafting is bringing new life to old projects—and this upcycled metal house from Dollar Tree is a perfect example. Previously painted for a different theme, this little house is getting a wintery makeover with decoupage, faux foliage, and a touch of holiday magic. If you have a metal house decor piece tucked away from a past DIY, this is your sign to take it out and transform it into a charming Christmas accent. Let’s get started! Quick Video tutorial Materials Needed One metal house decor from Dollar Tree (previously painted is perfectly fine!) One decorative napkin for decoupage (I used one with a Christmas wreath design) Mod Podge Scissors Paintbrush Holiday/Christmas faux foliage Optional: Epsom salt or faux snow Optional: Gold glitter glue  Prep Your Napkin and Add it to the Metal House Choose a napkin with a festive design—wreaths, holly, or winter florals work beautifully. Cut out the design portion, including the center if needed. Caref...

If you have scrap wood lying around and aren’t sure what to do with it, consider turning it into charming, budget-friendly Christmas decorations. With just a few simple supplies and a little holiday cheer, you can create adorable, personalized decorations that add a special touch to your celebrations. Gather your scrap wood, put on some festive music, and enjoy making handmade ornaments this season! Quick Video Tutorial Materials Needed: Scrap wood pieces  of any size or shape (I used three square pieces) Acrylic paint (a base color plus accent colors) Paintbrushes  (large for base coats and small for outlining) Mod Podge  (for sealing decoupage) Decorative pictures, holiday gift tags, napkin motifs, or printed images Scissors  (for cutting images) Faux snow or Epsom salt ( optional, for a snowy texture) Mini holiday bows (available at Dollar Tree) Hot glue gun and glue sticks Twine  (for hanging)  Heat tool  (optional, to speed up drying ...

🍂 Fall is the perfect season to cozy up with a creative project, and what better way to celebrate than with a charming DIY sign makeover? I recently gave a Dollar Tree sign a festive autumn refresh, and I'm excited to share the step-by-step process so you can create your own seasonal decor on a budget! Quick video tutorial Materials Needed Sanding block Acrylic paint (your choice of fall colors) Paintbrushes (including a thin detail brush) Optional: Stamp designs (I used ones with little homes) Bronze paint (for stamping) Heating tool or time to air dry 1. Prep Your Sign and   Add Your Base Coat I started with a sign I found at my local Dollar Tree—it originally read “Home.” To give it a fresh canvas, I used a sanding block to gently remove as much of the previous lettering as possible. This helps the new paint adhere more effectively and provides a smoother finish. Once the surface was prepped, I applied my first coat of acrylic paint. Choose a color that fits your fall them...

Hi everyone! Nothing says festive like a handmade patriotic banner! Whether you're decorating for Independence Day or simply celebrating your love for your country, this DIY wooden star banner will add the perfect touch of character. I've put together a few steps to help you create your own patriotic wooden star banner. This project is ideal for beginners, and I'll also provide a complete materials list below.   **Materials Needed**   - Six wooden stars   - Mod Podge   - Decorative napkins (patriotic theme)   - White paint   - Blue paint   - Red paint   -Hot glue - Gem stripes (for the red-painted stars)   - Small squares (for attaching stars to twine)   - Twine (for hanging)   - Scissors   Step-by-Step Instructions Prep Your Stars    Start by painting your wooden stars—two in white, two in blue, and two in red. Allow them to dry completely before proceeding ...

Are you ready to give new life to that old glass jar? Join me for a fun and easy upcycling project that turns it into a beautiful flower display! I’m excited to share this quick and simple project with you. You won’t need many materials, you might already have most of them at home. Let’s take a glass jar and add a few embellishments, paint, and other finishing touches! Quick Video Tutorial Materials Needed: - One glass jar - Acrylic paint - Heating tool (optional) - Paintbrush - Embellishments (I'm using flower buttons) - Ribbon - Hot glue - Scissors Applying Paint to the Glass Jar: Start by removing any labels from the glass jar and washing it thoroughly. Then, use a paintbrush to apply your chosen paint to the jar. I began with a coat of white paint, drying the paint between each coat with a heating tool. After the white layer, I added a pink coat over the white. Adding Ribbon to the Jar: Cut a section of ribbon and wrap it around the upper section of the jar. Before securing it,...