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dyli {do you love it?} — diy

I still ❤️ a good sticker

Cheryl txcraftyginger@gmail.com

Tags crafty, create, creating, diy, Facebook, handmade, life, love, make art, makers, pandemic, passion, passion projects, side hustle, small business, Texas

I still ❤️ a good sticker
...it seems my love for a good sticker is still engrained in my soul.

Shop Small Business Saturday!

Shop Small Business Saturday!

As a small business owner, I can tell you that I (and others in this world of small businesses) really do a happy dance with each purchase. For me, this is my side hustle. I'm a teacher by day and a small business owner every second I'm not in the classroom (if you know any teachers, there are many who do the same). Because you really are what makes the world go around in a small business, we want to give you some incentive to shop with us, especially on "Small Business Saturday"! So, join us on Saturday, November 30 •...


Lettering Practice

Cheryl Jones

Tags diy, hand lettering, handmade, lettering

Lettering Practice

Lately, it seems, more and more people I meet/know have been asking me if I would teach a lettering class/take & make class. I would absolutely love to do this and am currently working on the logistics of it all. But, in the meantime, I'm compiling some resources for you so you can start some practicing on your own! Here are the first three things you need to know about hand lettering beforehand: Your handwriting is different than mine. You and I aren't going to have the exact style of writing. You may hold your pencil in a different position or apply...


DIY: Ribbon Curtain Photo Backdrop

Cheryl Jones

Tags crafty, diy, handmade, love, party decor, ribbon curtain

DIY: Ribbon Curtain Photo Backdrop

I was asked by a 16 year old birthday girl to make a photo backdrop for her and her friends for her party. So, I made a ribbon curtain backdrop for the occasion! It is actually pretty simple and the end result is adorable! These ribbon curtains photograph really well and look great under any photo filter.   Supplies: 1/4" x 2" x 4ft (longer/shorter) hobby board (from Home Depot)  Ribbon. TONS of it! I try to get the ribbon WITHOUT the wired edge. Get different patterns, widths, textures, colors, etc. Dollar Tree and Michael's worked for me for purchasing ribbon Scissors Hot glue gun...