Category: Crafts

Top 5 Friday: Glam Essentials for New Years Eve

If your Chrismahanukwanzaka decorations are really doing it for you, I don't see why you can't just sail through to new years eve . Some of you however are a little bit fussier, and prefer that each holiday have its own, respective palette. If anyone
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Holiday Craft for the Non-Crafter: Homemade Advent Calendar

Confession: I am SO not a crafter. Really, it's shameful to admit given that I've worked for HGTV for over 10 years, but I never craft. I love reading about crafting. I can spend hours flipping through magazines and pouring over blog posts, all the while
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Top 5 Friday: Out-of-the-Box Gift Wrap Ideas

If you want your gifts to stand out this holiday season , try giving traditional wrapping paper and bows a pass in lieu of these fun, alternative ways of bundling your presents . Not only will your friends and family applaud your ingenuity but you’ll
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DIY: A Sweet Halloween Table Arrangement and More Crafts

Halloween is two weeks away! We love the spooky season around these parts -- Halloween decorating is fun, creative and you can get the kids involved. Guest blogger Heather Cameron (remember her Modern Country posts from last summer?) has created a sweet
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Adorable Pre Trick-or-Treat Party for the Kiddies

Looking to throw a Halloween party for your little ones before they head out for the night? Follow these simple eye catching ideas to create a deliciously spooky get together that is sure to thrill. 1. Start the party with a fun Halloween craft that kids
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October is All About Fall Style!

Sure it's cold; but it's pretty! The leaves are turning and so is our style wheel, for we've got plenty of ideas on how to bring the beauty of fall to decorating your home . Think rich, velvety colour palettes, cozy knits, rustic baskets and the bounty
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Question of the Week: Craft Room or Home Office? Is One Replacing the Other?

Are craft rooms fast becoming a necessity? I knew this trend had passed into integral living component when model homes in suburban developments began staging craft rooms in addition to, and sometimes even in lieu of, the home office. Of course organizing
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Top 5 Friday: Wine Cork Crafts -- The More You Drink, The More You Craft!

HGTV.ca has sustained another Craft Day. Every once in a while, we try to stuff our eyeballs back into our skulls, put our computer monitors to sleep, pack up our various mugs, tumblers, personal humidifiers, and god knows what else, and we leave the
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Shoestring Makeover Tip from A Reader: A Set of Sheets Outfits Entire Bedroom!

I am beside myself with joy when I find photos and stories recounting your adventures in decorating in my inbox! What is HGTV here for if not to inspire you to decorate, and have fun doing it? Flat sheet used to upholster window bench cushion, curtain
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Wedding DIY: Cork Vase Centerpieces

Continuing on our month-long Wedding theme , I'm happy to share another affordable and adorable Wedding DIY . These cork vases make excellent centerpieces because your guests can leave messages for you at their own convenience.They're also an eco-friendly
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Wedding DIY: Pretty Paper Pinwheels

This sweet and cheerful DIY comes courtesy of stylist Heather Cameron , who some of you Style Sheet fans may remember from her popular Modern Country posts last summer. Heather's back to create some beautiful wedding DIYs -- stay tuned for another project
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Party Idea of the Month: DIY Craft Party

It's been raining like crazy here in Toronto so when I saw these bright and cheerful photos from our latest Party of the Month , it made my dreary morning. Event planner Marla Brown's party ideas are simple and inexpensive, but the details are what make
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DIY Valentine's Day Ideas, Cute Printable Cards & More

Ah Valentine's Day...as a bride-to-be, I'm awash in the swoony, ooey-gooey romance of it all (feel free to roll your eyes, I know), but really February 14th is just a day to celebrate the people you love. Check out these DIY and decorating tips and ideas
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Quiz: Which of These 3 Finds is NOT a Real Upcycle? Win Tix to National Home Show!

Still not really sure what Upcycling means? Upcycling : converting discarded and/or unwanted objects into different objects with a new function. Basically, things that start out as one thing and end up as another, thanks to a some very creative people.
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Fresh Holiday Mantle Inspiration by Holley & Gill

Everything Michelle Carangi of Holley & Gill touches turns to cuteness. Earlier this week, our Montreal guest blogger and home designer (makes lovely silk-screened headboards and other home accessories ) revealed to the world her holiday mantle. And
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