It’s finally time to preorder Crafty Chica Creates! This is my twelfth book and it’s super special because it marks 20 years of Crafty Chica!!! This book is meaningful in so many ways, first of all – it’s by the original publisher who gave me my first book deal back
Cookies con chisme was a thing with my family, and when the Marinela brand invited me to join this Hispanic Heritage Month campaign I knew it was meant to be. Like me, my dad and mom had a sweet tooth. On Sundays, my dad would visit the swap meet, wheel
Teaching kids of all ages about road safety is one of the most important things you can do as a parent. Car accidents are incredibly common every year, with about six million taking place in the U.S. alone. Thankfully, there are numerous crafts that you can do with your kids
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 to try it ASAP. What I love is it offers a little surprise when it comes to opening the card. And if you are like
Here are the directions for those of you who signed up for my piñata party class! 1 piñata planter 1 cactus ornament 1 paint set (multi-surface paint does not require varnish) Paintbrush Mini succulent to go inside the planter Optional: Headpin, varnish DIRECTIONS: Wipe your planter free of any dust
Arizona has been my home for many years, but we’ve primarily stayed in the Phoenix area, what locals call “The Valley.” However, I don’t need to be so tied to the Valley and can work, write and create from just about anywhere. It’s made me curious about a second-home or
Are you in need of tips to grow your TikTok account? I’m happy to share all I’ve learned. I’m currently a TikTok partner and with that comes a lot of helpful training from the TikTok team. I’ve applied all I’ve learned (as much as my schedule allows), and I’ve definitely
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You are going to love these free printables I created in honor of Dia de los Muertos! This one is the Sugar Skull Paper Banner
Have you ever wondered what is the meaning of marigolds for Dia de los Muertos? I’ve put some info together for you, as well as
These scrapbook paper journals may just save your craft room! Why? Because you’ll want to use up your paper stash to make them, that will
Check out these milk jug earrings I made! I never would have thought to cut up my milk jug until I was invited to
The folks from Plaid Crafts recently sent me some of their new Mod Podge Ultra and I couldn’t wait to try it out. However, the
Do you ever have ideas pop in your head and then you have to drop everything to make them happen? That was me with these
Imposter Syndrome is no fun when we are working our hardest to accomplish goals. There’s always that shadow of self-doubt that sneaks into our glitter bubble
I have a new podcast episode: How to make a media kit that rocks! My friend and marketing expert, Rosa Pruneda, visited Phoenix recently and sat
Are you in need of Etsy store tips? This is the podcast episode for you! My guest is celebrated Etsy seller, Christina Martinez of VeryThat.com.
This post about my tragic softball story is inspired by the movie McFarland USA. I loved the movie! I even put it on my Happy List in March! And I have a personal story to share that fits with the spirit of the film! I was reluctant at first because I normally don’t
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.
Back in April I was the victim of racial hate. Humiliated in a public setting simply because of my assumed nationality. I never shared it here because I want my little cyber home to be a place of comfort and inspiration. But it messed with me. It made me feel
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