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The holiday season means lots of crafty messes, guests in the house and managing pets and kids. Let me turn you on to one of my trusty cleaning methods – the Bona Premium Spray Mop and Hard Surface Floor Cleaner! Tile floors look great but take a bit of up
Registration is now open for the 2nd Annual Crafty Navidad, hosted by me, Kathy, The Crafty Chica! Click here to register if you can’t see the link below! I’ll guide you along, every step of the way via livestream! This retreat will be recorded so you can watch/rewatch at
I came across some gorgeous ponchos that are perfect for the winter season. These are so easy to accessorize and you can dress them up or down for casual or evening glam! Here is the link if you can’t see the options below.
Here are the elements of a Dia de Muertos ofrenda. This tradition hits deep in my heart this year. I lost my mom, and two very dear friends (two Phoenix Fridas!). We have less than a week to go, but I’ve been working on creating this altar all this week.
Random fact about me – I’m addicted to TikTok (and Instagram!). I’ve been seeing all kinds of cool and clever costumes, so I thought i’d share them here! Even if you don’t plan to dress up for Halloween, these are just plain fun to see. Take notes for next year!
Here are some last minute Halloween ideas, seeing we are less than a week away from the 31st! There are a lot of reasons why many people wait until the week of…life is busy these days, but that doesn’t mean to scratch the whole season. Embrace the week!!! Here are
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By Jane Rudolfo Shouse Special for CraftyChica.com Hi there! My name is Jane and as a crafter, creative and maker, I am Juanitas Casita! I’m
If you love papercrafting – you’ll appreciate this top fold card technique. I found it on YouTube from Lisa’s Stamp Studio and knew I had
I saw this double corner folded card technique on YouTube and knew I had to try it. Anything that offers a twist to tradition, I’m
Have you seen the Crafty Chica product line on HSN? I had my second appearance in early May and it has been so fun to
These plaster wrap hearts are one of my all-time favorite DIYs! They come together like magic and make such a beautiful statement. And there are
Finally! The new Crafty Chica product line is here! I’ve been working on it since January with The Maker’s Movement, and my segments aired on
This is a sponsored campaign with Unilever, all ideas and opinions are my own. The best food concoctions come from Thanksgiving leftovers. There’s always a
These quote frames make for a wonderful giveaway at Thanksgiving dinner. Use sayings from family members who have passed or who can’t make the gathering,
Everyone needs a family thankful wreath! What a great way to come together to show love and appreciation for each other than to put it
Thanksgiving is focused on family. But we all know every family, no how perfect it may seem, has flaws and weaknesses. But it’s how those are
Thanksgiving Playlist: Dreamy Divas Will Medina for CraftyChica.com Holiday season is here! I hope you are enjoying it so far. With Thanksgiving on Thursday, it’s definitely time
How about something different for the dessert menu other than chocolate pie? Like these Lifesaver Flower Pops! Inspired by DIY Jolly Rancher lollipops found on Pinterest (of
I love to personalize anything and everything for parties and family get-togethers, so hello, Spanish-language Thanksgiving Placemats! Sure I could’ve gone the English route, but
This whole Starbucks red cup controversy is so silly, I won’t even address it. BUT – I do see a creative opportunity! Whatever your stance,
I’ve been wanting to make ceramic portraits since before the pandemic. When we all had that time at home, I worked on them little by
A while back I reviewed the IkonArt silkscreen maker and thought I’d pop in to show my progress. Here are more silkscreen ring dishes I
I have some great news! Okay, you know how I’m always showing my ceramics and even my new bisque product line? The manufacturer I work
I’m excited to finally post my Ikon Art Stencil Maker review – a.k.a. DIY silkscreens! I first saw this Ikon Art system at the
These stamped clay plates were made the first week of quarantine. I felt really moody and sad about having to temporarily close our Phoenix shop
I have some enticing air dry clay ideas for you! I’m often asked about alternatives to fired ceramics, and this is it. Polymer is pricey
I recently discovered ceramic glazing with Mayco Elements! In all the years I’ve been working with bisque, glazes and a kiln – I’ve pretty much
Pasta letter ceramics for the win! We are all about personalizing ALL THE THINGS these days, right? That goes for ceramics too. Using pasta letters
From the first day I met Patrick, I knew I would spend the rest of my life with him. It took a while for him to realize it, but the bottom line is, he did. And I remember the day. It was a year and a half before we were
(My nana, scoping out the purse racks at the mall) Yesterday I took my nana, 92, out on the town because she needed to go on a “quick run to the store.” I left at 11 a.m. and returned at 3 p.m. I’m not complaining, we had a good time,
People think I’m confident and happy 24/7. I’m here to tell you that my red lipstick is the key to my mojo. It’s my security blanket, right along with blouses that cover my hips and big earrings. It’s silly, don’t you think? I mean, lipstick is just a waxy cosmetic.
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