Upcycled Rolled Paper Frame DIY Craft!

Upcycled Rolled Paper Frame!     This frame is visually stunning with lots of texture and pops of color!  However...it's menace runs deeper.   This was the most tedious and time consuming project I've ever wrangled my kids into doing.  It turned out stunning, with vivid colors and looks amazing.. .but it was the most tedious project I've ever tackled!   Be warned and proceed with caution! It all started like this. I had been planning this craft for a while, and my husband was out of town, so it seemed like a good time to catch up on projects. My nearly 12 year old son said "hey mom, can I play Diablo?"and I said "Yes, but help me with this project first". Famous last words. I similarly convinced my 10 year old daughter to play along as well...so we had the whole crafty family working together. Minus the 5 year old who was in and out and playing his heart out. (lucky devil) We begun this escapade at 4:02 pm...and finished with ...

Refillable Leather Journal DIY

Refillable Leather Journal DIY Make a chic refillable leather journal out of Cricut Leather and a few other supplies.  This shimmery metallic leather journal has paper folded in half inside, held tightly by elastic, making it refillable as needed. You can also fill your journal with any type of paper! I love notebooks so much--you can never have too many!  This is my newest and most favorite book, because it uses regular paper and is refillable.  Fill your leather journal with sketch paper, watercolor paper, kraft paper or just cheap copy paper. The secret here is the elastic, it's perfect for holding the paper in place and keeping the book together.  I made a journal in rose gold, gold and copper.  Which one is your favorite? I love the copper with the red elastic! These stunning journals would make a great handmade gift too.  Perfect for Father's day, Mother's day or any day of the week! Supplies Needed for Refillable...