Craft projects that don’t look like a preschooler did them

I have a confession to make. I am craft-challenged. Just ask my sisters about December’s gingerbread house competition (spoiler alert: I lost), or the graveyard of self-made wreaths in our basement.

Now hold the phone. (Yes. I realize that expression shows my age.) 😉 I know what you’re thinking. How can I be craft-challenged when I write a blog filled with DIY decorating, organizing and home improvement projects?

Well, I’ve discovered there’s a big difference between gluing microscopic eyeballs on a snowman ornament versus remodeling a room. One requires fine motor skills and the other simply requires a high tolerance for drywall dust and public meltdowns. That’s my theory anyway. 😉 If any of you have insight on the difference between crafters and DIYers, I’d love to get your feedback.

Despite all the disappointing craft projects I’ve attempted over the years, I have managed to squeeze out a few good, craft-ish ones. So I thought I’d showcase those today. Click on the project title to be taken to the full tutorial.

1. DIY laundry room sign

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2. Driftwood candle holder

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3. Pottery Barn knockoff DIY birch candles

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4. Family Rules sign from scrap wood

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5. Wooden block letters

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6. Faux metal wall letters

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7. Stenciled table runner

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8. Hair accessories holder

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So would you say you’re a better DIYer or a better crafter? 🙂

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4 Responses

  1. Donna Gibson says:

    I was wondering, since you did the “FALL” block letters, have you done a SPRING, SUMMER, and WINTER one too?

  2. Peggy says:

    And I thought I was the only one! Love the laundry sign! And I may get brave and attempt it.

  3. teresa says:

    Love those birch candles and the driftwood holders. How did I miss those? thanks for the reminders.

  4. Heather G says:

    I think to be a DIYer you have to be a bit crafty…have the vision. But I think I’m a crafter for the enjoyment and a DIYer out of necessity, meaning I’m just too frugal (er, cheap) to pay someone else when I know I can do it.

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