Make a Mosaic for the Birds

Who ever said mosaics were just meant for our enjoyment? Make a mosaics that is just for the birds this summer! We have plenty of ideas that will keep the birds flocking to your yard (pun intended!) Keep the songbirds singing all year with these welcoming projects. Use a pre-made wooden base or some old dishes to build your own …

Weekender Project: Fun Summer Stepping Stone

If you liked our post earlier this week about creating stepping stones with the kids, you are going to love this project! Help your little one create a souvenir from their fun summer. This stepping stone is perfect for kids because the deco ceramic tile used is pre-cut and has rounded edges so those little fingers are safe …

Weekender Project: Flower Basket Stepping Stone

Do you ever find yourself rushing through your gardening, weeding and pruning without so much stopping to take a look around and admire your handy work? Just stop and smell the flowers!  With a stepping stone like this, you may never forget. Create this simple stepping stone in just a few quick steps! Make the flowers …

Great Homemade Gifts for Dad

T-Minus 4 days until Father’s Day, if you have yet to buy something for dear old dad this year, why not make him something! Give Dad the gift of handmade this year – after all, nothing says "I Love You"  like creating something from the heart! Most of these projects only take a few short hours, so you …

Weekender Project: Tropical Fish Stepping Stone

Something’s fishy around here! It must be this totally cute tropical fish stepping stone. Add a nautical flare to your garden with an underwater vibe! Make the fish by scoring sheets of stained glass or nip stained glass chips to fill in the area and use glass gems as bubbles or eyes for a whimsical look! Use …

Weekender Project: Summer Fun Flamingo Stepping Stone

Summer is almost here! What better a way to welcome summer than with a totally awesome flamingo in a Hawaiian shirt and shades! Create a testament to summer vacation in your backyard with a stepping stone featuring the national bird of the Bahamas – where it’s pretty much summer all year! Find the instructions and …

Weekender Project: Pompeii Mosaic Trivet

Marble is becoming ever more present in kitchens these days; add a little to yours with a simple marble trivet. What a lovely craft to create over this Memorial Day Weekend. All you need is Antiquity Mosaics marble tiles, a base and adhesive - no nipping or grouting involved! The Greco-Roman pattern makes this trivet perfect …

Weekender Project: Antiquity Mosaics Marble Stepping Stone

Gardens were meant to be green, make yours a little greener with a green marble stepping stone! Marble is tough and durable even in gardens with heavy foot traffic and this classic stone will look great in any garden. Use Antiquity Mosaic Marble Tiles to mosaic over a precast stepping stone or create your own with …

Weekender Project: Ravenna Mosaic Picture Frame

Still need a last-minute gift for mom? A mosaic project is in order - This Ravenna Mosaic Picture Frame is perfect to display your favorite photo for Mom! No nipping is required so you could finish this project before Sunday! Find the instructions and pattern for this marble mosaic photo frame here and if you’re …

Mother’s Day Mosaic Party

If you are anything like me, you are still thinking of what to get your mom for Mother's Day. Wouldn't it be great to sit around and create something wonderful while munching on snacks and sipping a nice glass of wine?  Throw a Mother's Day Mosaic Party for Mom this year! Invite the whole family or …