DIY

November 24, 2016

Artist Handcrafts Tiny Birdhouses With Delightfully Decorated Interiors

Fascinated by the birds in her own backyard, Maine-based artist and avian enthusiast Jada Fitch has created an adorable series of one-of-a-kind “Chickadee Houses.” Like a typical birdhouse, each tiny dwelling provides shelter and seed for some particularly fortunate fowl. However, unlike the traditional model, the artist’s houses are furnished, decorated, and even give Fitch a bird’s eye view of her feathered friends.

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November 11, 2016

Ultra-Cozy Giant Knit Blankets Are Made Without Any Knitting Needles Necessary

As the temperatures continue to dip, it’s prime time for cozy knitwear to take the edge off winter. Last year, we marveled at Ohhio’s ultra-chunky creations that are fit for giants (but make perfect blanket for humans). While they still sell the luxurious blankets and scarves, they just launched their newest product, known simply as Braid. Braid is a versatile craft material you can use to produce these same knits.

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October 31, 2016

Creative Parents Coordinate Adorable “Wild Things” Costumes With Their 1-Year-Old Son

Couples’ Halloween costumes are cute and all, but the most adorable outfits happen when the whole family is involved. Proving that this is still the case are Richard Blakeley and Lindsay Kaplan, who wanted to make their son's Halloween special—to celebrate, mom, dad, and baby Max dressed up as Wild Things from Maurice Sendak’s classic book (and Max's favorite), Where the Wild Things Are.

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October 12, 2016

Craft an Oversized Chunky-Knit Blanket in Just a Few Hours

This winter, why curl up in any old blanket when you can stay extra warm and toasty in an oversized one you can make yourself? Los Angeles-based blogger and expert knitter Laura Birek has created an easy-to-follow tutorial explaining how to make a chunky knit blanket that will keep you cozy no matter the weather. With just bulky yarn, two PVC pipes (tubes that measure 1.5 inches across work best)

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