Free Projects

Growing up, one of my favorite sections of the craft store was the aisle that held all the unfinished wooden shapes and cutouts. All they needed were a bit of paint, maybe some stencils, and they...

Sometimes you just need a little bit of encouragement — a little reminder that there are brighter days ahead and that there is still magic and hope in the world. To always keep that message...

Our new Rust Paste by Finnabair had me dreaming of rusted gears and cogs this week. The layered elements give it a truly steampunk vibe with sprockets, gearwheels, antique pen nibs, and even some...

These darling milk bottles are perfect for any country chic home. Whether you put a few flowers in them or use them to display your craft buttons, these bottles are a great storage solution with...

I’ve been reading “Les Miserables” for the past two years and have been slowly whittling away at this behemoth of a book during roadtrips, vacation days, weekends, and while waiting...

4th of July is just a few days away and I always try to dress for the occasion. Traditionally, I wear the loudest pair of red, white, and blue shorts ever, but unfortunately there was a small...

These gold leaf mica flakes add a little sparkle to any project. With these resin pieces, the gold leaf can catch the light from all directions and really shine. Tie a piece of ribbon on and use...

Ok, so I’ve had a thing for pineapples this past month. It is a motif that is simple to draw, easy to paint, and full of whimsy. For this project, I decided to translate the pineapple motif...

I was inspired by a favorite necklace to create this canvas. It is made of flattened copper pennies and has touches of blue and turquoise in the beading. This necklace is cherished and handmade, but...

Explore three different ways to create mixed-media masterpieces with the same coloring page. Original coloring page by Crystal Brashear from The Coloring Studio Summer 2016 and artwork by Renee...

I have always loved to travel. I was fortunate enough to study abroad for a short time and to take lots of trips growing up. However, I’m still itching to travel some more. I’ve been...

For a friend’s baby shower, I created this mixed-media piece to encourage the new little one to always soar to new heights. With just a few steps, this canvas has plenty of dimension and...

I was saving this piece of clip art for something special when I came across this quote by Roald Dahl inside Bella Grace: “Above all, watch with glittering eyes the whole world around you...

This week, we’re celebrating Teacher Appreciation Week with this stamped and stenciled tote bag. My mother is a teacher and carries her supplies to and from work in tote bags, so this seemed...

There are a few staples in every crafter’s stash that are more affordable to buy in bulk quantities. One of these is unbleached muslin. It’s so much cheaper to buy it by the bolt than by...

I’ve been fascinated with the paper quilling projects I’ve been seeing lately. Artists with more patience than I will ever achieve have managed to create paper masterpieces that take a...

What a perfect pairing it was when we paired Ken Oliver’s Color Bursts with Tim Holtz Kraft and White Paper Stash. The Color Bursts offered a bit of subtle color that mixed well together, while...

I have been itching to create mini dreamcatchers to wear around the neck for a long time! I loved the idea but it never came together in my head so I put it aside. When Coffee Break Designs came out...

I’ve always loved making gifts for my mom. It’s probably because she’s always been overjoyed to receive them — whether the gift was a crayon-scribbled family portrait or a...

Pink paired with Kraft is the perfect palette to mix together an assortment of products from our Bath and Body Kits and Collection to create this artfully arranged box for Mother’s Day. This...

This colorful handmade journal by Rae Missigman was created with an assortment of her new products. This simple project is easy to achieve with just a few supplies. Use it as your own, one-of-a-kind...

With spring fully in bloom, these colorful tags are sure to inspire and encourage someone. Attach them to a gift, or give to a friend just because. Dream as If You'll Live Forever —...

These cards are perfect for Mother’s Day or any special occasion. In minutes, create a card that will be cherished forever. We’d love to see what you are making. Share your artwork on...

Create these hand-stamped soap packages in just a few minutes. Because the tub tea filters are porous, your loved ones will be able to smell your scrumptious soaps before they even open their gift...

Give mom the gift of relaxation this Mother’s Day with this DIY Citrus and Lavender Milk Bath, or choose from any of our other DIY Bath and Body Kits. Bath Soak Kits are the perfect gift idea...

“Let Your Spirit Take Flight,” with this necklace by Guest Artist Sandra Evertson. Sandra paired Rising Spirit and Mialgros Relics and Artifacts to create this unique necklace, adding a...

Create this necklace, and one-of-a-kind custom gift tag to let mom know just how much you love her this Mother’s Day. We’d love to see what you are making. Share your artwork on Instagram...

As this piece says “great things take time.” Whether it’s waiting for the blooms of the spring season or completing a work of art, true acts of beauty are created over time and...

Spring has finally arrived at our offices and the birds are chirping from the trees. Upcycle some library cards and sleeves to commemorate the season and add some mixed-media details. Treat your...