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Tutorials #braceletdiy, #charmbracelet, #heartbracelet December 10, 2024

Heart Charm Bracelet DIY

Nia Chandler No Comments

I have always loved to create jewelry since a child It’s always been a fun way to express my creativity but also build affordable accessories, that I can wear. I created this bracelet, because I’ve always loved hearts and the idea of love, wanting to carry that symbol with me. For this project you will need…

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Tutorials animal, Beads, dragonfly, insect, seed beads, wire March 25, 2022

Beaded Dragonfly DIY

Nikki Makwana No Comments

This cute colorful critter is a craft made with seed beads and minimal supplies. I love the vibrant blues for this beaded dragonfly. The supplies you will need for this craft are two different sized seed beads, some wire cutters and a ruler. Measure your wire by using an entire length of a ruler once…

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Tutorials paper craft, stickers March 11, 2022

DIY Paper Craft Envelope

Nikki Makwana No Comments

I saw this pretty fan-like envelope and it captured my interest, so I decided to recreate it. Isn’t the coral color just so pretty? YES it is! The fan pointing diagonally with its accordion folds is arranged just right on the envelope as well. I also added some glitter stickers to mine for a pop…

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Tutorials bow origami February 25, 2022

Origami Bow

Nikki Makwana No Comments

Who doesn’t love cute little bows? They’re simply adorable. I really love the simplicity of this origami bow and the clean lines. For this craft you will only need origami paper, a pair of scissors and glue. Top Left: grab a piece of origami paper. Top Right: Turn the paper over to the solid color…

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Tutorials paper craft, pop up, valentine February 14, 2022

Pop Up Honeycomb Heart DIY

Nikki Makwana No Comments

Happy Valentine’s Day everyone! Today is the day to wish the special people in your life whether it’s a relative, friend or significant other a Happy Valentine’s day. It’s important to make people feel special and know that you are thinking of them. The materials you will need are tissue paper, scissors, glue stick, large…

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Tutorials hearts, paper, ribon, valentine February 11, 2022

Valentine Paper Garland

Nikki Makwana No Comments

When I saw these fun paper garlands I just had to recreate them in my own style. They’re really fun to hang off the ceiling and watch them twirl slowly. It adds a fun touch to decorate any room. For this craft, you will need scrapbook paper, doilies, pen or pencil, ribbons, scissors and a…

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Tutorials flowers, lily flower, origami, paper craft January 29, 2022

DIY Origami Lily Flower

Nikki Makwana No Comments

Here’s an origami craft that is sure to be a fun way to keep your mind focused on the NOW. I fell in love with this print on the origami paper. The beautiful blue hues with the flower pattern and contrast pink color inside was so gorgeous. I used square origami paper for this craft…

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Tutorials christmas, holiday, Loop Yarn, snowman, winter, wreath December 17, 2021

DIY Snowman

Nikki Makwana No Comments

Ti’s the season to be jolly! I was so happy to be creating this snowman wreath simply because I knew no one else would have this on their door! Every neighbor had already put up their traditional garland wreaths or those cute ornament wreaths which I was tempted to make. Alas I did not, I…

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Tutorials ADG, americangirldoll, tablecloth, tablerunner, velvet December 3, 2021

DIY Fabric Table Runner for 18″ Dolls

Nikki Makwana No Comments

Inspired by the holiday season, I wanted to create a table piece so I researched some ideas. I found one with beautiful ribbons that caught my eye. This is my own creation and truly, I am so pleased with the final look. For this project, you will need a pair of scissors, measuring tape, white…

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Tutorials 18” doll crafts, agd crafts, american girl doll crafts, diy doll chair, Doll chair, doll crafts November 12, 2021

Chair for 18″ Dolls DIY

Eddie Mazarura No Comments

This is another DIY that I have been looking forward to doing: a wood chair for 18″ dolls. This piece of furniture comes as part of my DIY boxes. Each box comes with all the supplies for 3 or 4 projects. The projects will include furniture for 18” dolls, jewelry for dolls and child bestie…

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About Me

 

Hi! I’m Eddie Mazarura, a lifelong maker and educator with more than 20 years of experience working with amazing kids in elementary and middle school, including brilliant neurodivergent students who have inspired me along the way. This blog is where I share hands-on tutorials that blend creativity with practicality, covering everything from paper crafts to fabric arts, from scrumptious bakes to crafty woodwork, and everything in between. My classroom and my craft table often overlap—many of the ideas you’ll find here also inspire the fun, engaging activities I bring into my creative classes with students. Let’s make something wonderful together!

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