20 Things to do with Washi Tape

Recently I bought a bunch of Washi tape from Pick Your Plum because I've seen the endless creative possibilities for it on Pinterest. Of course now that's in my possession,
I have no memory of what these great ideas were or where I pinned them among my zillions of pins. 

So that being said, I thought I would hunt down some ideas and create a post to share with my readers. Enjoy!

1. Take plain votive candle holders and make them fabulous!

http://forchicsake.com/diy-easy-washi-tape-votive-holders/

2. Washi Tape Easter Eggs

 

 http://lovelyindeed.com/diy-washi-tape-easter-eggs/

3. Decorate your cords with it. 

Especially if you have many that are duplicates in your household,

that way everyone knows whose is whose.

 

http://deliciousspaces.blogspot.com/2013/01/washi-tape-cords.html

4. Make boring old clothespins fancy. 

{Add a magnetic backing to them and they are perfect to display
your family's artwork on the refrigerator.}

 

 http://www.artbarblog.com/create/washi-tape-clothespins/

5. Make your school notebook or journal the envy of all friends!

http://momruncraft.com/2012/09/06/diy-washi-tape-smash-bookjournal/

6. DIY Washi Tape Birthday Cards

http://www.omiyageblogs.ca/2011/07/diy-washi-tape-birthday-cards.html

7. Update an old desk chair

 

 http://www.hearthandmade.co.uk/2011/04/inspired-for-spring-crafting-using.html

8. Washi Tape Clutch
 
http://www.cremedelacraft.com/2013/01/DIY-Washi-Tape-Clutch.html


9. Washi Tape Light Switch Cover

http://cleverthursday.com/2012/07/tape-quickie-washi-tape-light-switch-cover/


10. Growth Measurement Chart

 http://www.conbotasdeagua.com/medidor-de-washi-tape/


11. Spruce up a plain mug.

http://shop.mrseliotbooks.com/product/washi-ceramic-mug


12. Jazz up your computer keyboard.

http://www.brit.co/washi-workspace/


13. Make a dorm room super cool.

http://www.designsponge.com/2012/10/dorm-diy-tape-picture-frames.html


14. Take a boring clipboard and make it awesome!

http://apumpkinandaprincess.com/2012/08/washi-tape-chalkboard-clipboard.html


15. Super cute cake decorations for any occasion.

http://sugarandcloth.com/2012/06/diy-washi-tape-bunting-cake-plate/


16. Make pretty flowers.

http://justsomethingimade.com/2012/06/washi-tape-flowers/


17. Upcycled cool cuff bracelet - what girl wouldn't want this?

http://delicateconstruction.com/2012/10/upcycled-washi-tape-bracelets-trash-to-treasure.html


18. A cool party decoration!

http://www.bonjourquilts.com/2010/10/lantern-makeover.html


19. Make a unique lampshade.

http://www.tealandlime.com/2012/01/washi-tape-lampshade-lining/


20. Special decorative wall art
http://www.livinglocurto.com/2013/02/washi-tape-craft/#sthash.IOvNN1yQ.dpbs

Now go washi something fun! The possibilities are only limited by your imagination...

Homemade Laundry Detergent

I saw this on Pinterest and thought I'd try it! 

Ingredients:

1 cup Borax

1 cup Super Washing Soda

2 cups grated Ivory Soap

(which is roughly one bar)

The total cost of these ingredients, a whopping $7.86! 

That's about half of what the name brand detergents cost and since this is more concentrated, 

you only need to use 1-2 T. per load.

Happy Savings!

Melissa

To Infinity and Beyond!

I love the infinity scarf craze and it's especially awesome for winter time. I came across a pin on Pinterest late last night when I couldn't sleep and I thought I can do that, so super easy!

Here's a link to the awesome blogger who inspired my craft and her tutorial, 

a special thanks to Melissa or Missy as I think she likes to be called @ Pink Pistachio 

 The picture on the left is actually two scarves, the blue is doubled up and the white one just hangs. 

I used scraps I had from another project, so mine are a little different from hers, but I still love them. 

And as you can see, I made two more...one navy and white and one in slate blue! 

The possibilities are truly endless especially if you've got t-shirts you no longer wear, upcycle them and voila you've got something super cute and trendy instead of just tossing them or donating to Goodwill.

Pumpkin Pie Spice

I found this recipe on My Baking Addiction and changed it ever so slightly 

BUT it makes a world of difference. 

You will need:

• A coffee grinder
• A small container to store the spice, I used an old Harry and David jelly jar.
• Whole cinnamon sticks
• Whole cloves  
• Other ingredients below

:: Recipe ::

3 tablespoons ground cinnamon

2 teaspoons ground ginger

2 teaspoons nutmeg

1 ½ teaspoons ground allspice

1 ½ teaspoons ground cloves

Directions:

Use the coffee grinder to grind your whole spices. I doubled the recipe 
because we use a lot of this spice in the Fall and Winter months. 

If you are sticking to the recipe above, grind up 3-4 cinnamon sticks. 
Dump it out into a small bowl, then measure into your jar. 

Then put a spoonful of cloves in the coffee grinder and repeat the process. 
{No need to wash out the coffee grinder in between, they are going to the same place!}

Note: You could definitely use whole nutmegs too, 
I didn't have any on hand but I'm sure that would make it even better. 

When all the spices are in, put on the lid and shake it up! 

Now you're ready for a burst of flavor that is nothing like the store bought version.

 I put a teaspoon in our coffee grounds this morning...
WOW, instant pumpkin coffee that is ten times better than Starbucks!

20 DIY Fall Decorations

I LOVE FALL!

Cool weather, pretty trees and fun holidays. 

It's just starting to turn chilly here on the Eastern Shore of Maryland, so to get into the spirit of the season 
I went in search of some decorating ideas that were fun and of course, do-it-yourself. 

I originally started out thinking I was only going to post 10 items, but I found so many I loved I decided to do 20.

Hopefully these ideas will inspire you to start your Fall decorating if you haven't already!

 

Party Pumpkin Cooler by Inspiration for Home

 

Skull Plate by CathieFilian.com

 

Glitter Pumpkins by Projects In A Can

 

 Personalized Burlap Wreath by LOVE IS

 

Pumpkin Candle Table Decor by Good Housekeeping

 

Halloween Painted Glass Jar Luminaries by  Crafts by Amanda

 

Corn Vase by Your Cozy Home

Fall Colors Monogrammed Doormat by BHG

 

 Halloween Countdown Sign by I Heart Naptime

 A Wreath Bewitched by Lemon Tree Creations

 

Halloween Party Centerpiece by One Charming Party


 
 Give Thanks Banner {Free Printable}by At Second Street



Washi Tape Pumpkins by Good Housekeeping



 Wheelbarrow Welcome Arrangement by Better Homes and Gardens



Keep Calm and Gobble On Sign {Free Printable}by Craftily Ever After

Thanks Wine Bottle Upcycle by Avery & Anderson


{Not a DIY, but too fabulous to not post!}

 Freddy Krueger Wreath available at Etsy



 Jute Vase by teach. craft. love.

 Frankenstein Door Decoration by  Mel Designs



Book Pages Pumpkin by Creations by Kara

Thanks to all the awesome bloggers & websites out there 
for these wonderfully creative ideas!