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Juju Hat DIY

I love juju hats. I love saying "juju hat." They are those fabulous round feather pieces you may have seen around. They are actually African tribal headdresses. The texture and dimension and color make them a fabulous focal point!

Color, DIY, Gift Idea, Home, How-To, InspirationginasimsdesignsOctober 25, 2016 Comment

Color Blocking

"Color Blocking" is a fancy term for painting a portion of something. It is a high-impact trend in fashion and home decor that could not be easier to pull off. Today I'm making gift bags for an upcoming party but the same technique can be used on everything from flower pots to legs on furniture to wall art.

Color, DIY, Gift Idea, How-ToginasimsdesignsFebruary 27, 2014Color, DIY, Gift Idea, party stylingComment

Rassel Tassel

I am a fan of a well-place tassel. No, not that kind (ladies, please)! If there is a tassel to be found on an accessory, I will likely purchase said item.

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Rosemary Salt

My house smells insane. Every Christmas, I love to give a handmade offering to friends, colleagues and teachers that they will use long after the New Year.This year I made Rosemary Salt and I am a teensy obsessed.

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Merry Christmas Wrapping!

When someone says they have their gifts purchased and wrapped by September, I generally want to punch her in the face. Now, I love gift giving - the shopping, the wrapping, everything! - but I like to do it in the weeks just before Christmas, mostly on account of my procrastination and such.

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7 Great DIY Gift Ideas from Gina Designs

For as long as I can remember, when the holidays come around, I get to crafting for family, friends, colleagues and teachers. Here are some of my favorite gift idea DIYs that we've done on the blog over the past year.

DIY, Gift Idea, Hair Accessories, UncategorizedginasimsdesignsNovember 14, 2013DIY, Gift Idea, GiftsComment

Hand Stamped Fun Bags

Us Pinterest craft mavens recently convened over hand-stamped totes and napkins. This project was easy and so much fun with endless possibilities!

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Time to Coast

This month's Pinterest craft group was on a mission to save our coffee tables from those [back of the hand to forehead and with your best southern accent] "unsightly beverage rings."

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Birds Nests and Magnetic Fields. DIY Time by Guest Blogger: Cati Teague Photography

I am thrilled to introduce our guest blogger today, the incredible Cati Teague of Cati Teague Photography. In addition to being a true creative soul and fun party guest (ask her to tell you the story about the time she super glued her eye shut), Cati is an amazing photographer.