24 Must-Try DIY Halloween Costumes

By Brittni • posted on 09/16/2026

DIY Halloween costumes are the best aren’t they? When I was a kid, my mom made most of my costumes and it’s always stuck with me.

Halloween is coming up quick, which means it’s time for a giant DIY Halloween costumes roundup for anyone that’s considering making their own get-up in time for October 31st. There are so many fun ideas out there, but I was somehow able to narrow them down and put together a list of really clever DIY Halloween costumes.

Most of the ideas listed here are DIY Halloween costumes for adults, BUT there are some really cute DIY kids costumes too. Didn’t want to leave out the kiddos….since it is kinda their holiday after all. So here we go, the big list of DIY Halloween costumes for adults and kids to get you ready for the most celebrated dress-up party of the year…

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How to Make a Canvas Lunch Bag from Scratch

By Brittni • posted on 08/18/2026

Make your own canvas lunch bag!

Whether you have kiddos at home or are just looking for an excuse for a new lunch bag, I have you covered with a DIY canvas and leather version that works for adults and kids.

They’re sewn from hand painted water-resistant canvas, so you can mess with the dimensions, designs, etc to get it just right for you (or your kid).

Here’s how to make your own!

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32 Back to School Craft Ideas

By Brittni • posted on 07/31/2026

Back to school craft ideas that you’ll actually want to try!

Back to school season will be here before you know it. And if you’re a parent or caretaker with kids, I’m gonna guess that you’re searching for clever ways to get kids excited about going back to school. I know I am!

So, I rounded up 29 of my favorite back to school craft ideas – from DIY backpacks and reusable lunch bags to desk organization and pencil pouches.

No kids? You can still get into the back to school spirit with these elevated project ideas. No cheesy red apples here, I promise!

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Making Pretty Earth Tone Bandanas

By Brittni • posted on 07/31/2026

Using what you’ve got to turn super affordable (in my case free) black cotton bandanas into pretty earth tone bandanas.

This may be a bit niche, but it’s what I’ve worked on lately. Here’s the story… A friend gave me bunch of black bandanas that she had leftover from something. And I thought I’d change the color to something more earthy and natural looking for a camp party I was helping with at my son’s school.

I figured I would test it out and if it didn’t work, no harm no foul, since they were free. But it did work and I love how they turned out! The colors are more organic and dusty (in a good way) than typical bandana colors and it was a really easy project from start to finish.

It would work great with clothing too. So here’s how I went from black bandanas to pretty earth tones ones for parties, wearables, and maybe even something for my dog.

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17 Must-Try Summer Cocktails

By Brittni • posted on 07/13/2026

Summer cocktails are a must for the hotter temperatures. And these 17 sippers are not only delicious, they’re also beautiful to look at.

An occasional summer cocktail during the hottest months of the year can really hit the spot. Especially when the list of to-dos is short and there’s a little time to relax and spend time with friends. And in my search for the perfect cocktail recipes for this time of year, I’ve stumbled upon a whole bunch (17 to be exact) of delicious drinks that would be perfect for summertime get-togethers.

There are so many good recipes to try, but if we’re picking favorites… Number 7 and 13 on the list are probably the most intriguing flavor combos, if you’re looking for something unique. Summertime recipe number 4 is the perfect cocktail if you’re also a little hungry (heavy on the edible garnishes) and number 2 is just my all-time favorite summer cocktail. Click through for all 17 drinks to beat the heat.

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Making a No-Sew Kids Purse with Old Jeans

By Brittni • posted on 06/22/2026

Generally speaking, if it’s no-sew project, I’m in! But this one is for the kiddos.

This kids purse idea is genuinely so easy and perfect for toting around stuffies, craft supplies, and whatever else kids like to carry around with them. The best part about this kids no-sew purse idea though, is that kids can complete it on their own, start to finish. They may need a little bit of adult supervision, depending on their age, since it involves scissors. Grab a pair of old jeans and let’s get started.

P.S. This one can also be converted to a fanny pack if that feels more inline with your child.

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34 DIY Father’s Day Gifts

By Brittni • posted on 06/15/2026

I kind of feel like DIY Father’s Day gifts might be the only thing Dad wants this year?!

Dads are notoriously hard to shop for. Or at least mine is, maybe yours is too? Anytime I ask my Dad if he wants anything special (for any holiday) he always says, without fail, ‘oh I don’t need anything.’ NOT HELPFUL DAD! I NEED SOME IDEAS!

If you’re in that boat, I have you covered. Whether you’re an experienced maker or you’re helping a little one (with less experience) make something for the Father’s Day, you’ll find something here! There’s even some Father’s Day printables if you’re running low on time.

Here’s 34 DIY Father’s Day gift ideas for the ones you love…

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24 Must-Try DIY Halloween Costumes

How to Make a Canvas Lunch Bag from Scratch

32 Back to School Craft Ideas

Making Pretty Earth Tone Bandanas

17 Must-Try Summer Cocktails

Making a No-Sew Kids Purse with Old Jeans

34 DIY Father’s Day Gifts

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