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Welcome Santa Wooden Sign Craft Kit | DIY Craft Tutorial
Hello there! We’re featuring a series of new craft kits this month for “Christmas in July!” Today I’m sharing how to make this adorable Welcome Santa wooden sign using one of our layered craft kits. This festive Christmas project is filled with sweet details, including Santa, a gingerbread man, holly leaves, stars, falling snow, and a cheerful “Welcome Santa” message. The distressed paint and antique wax give it the perfect rustic farmhouse finish, while the bright colors keep it fun and festive. Display your finished sign on a wall, door, shelf, or mantel to add a little handmade Christmas charm to your home! Materials Needed Welcome Santa wooden sign craft…
DIY Farmhouse Wood Shim Firework Decor
Hey friends! Today we’re turning a few simple wood shims into the cutest farmhouse-style wood shim firework decor for summer. I love how this project combines distressed navy paint, rustic wood, stars, a “USA” cutout, and a thick rope wick. It has plenty of patriotic charm without feeling overly bright or fussy, making it perfect for Fourth of July, Memorial Day, Veterans Day, or Americana decorating all summer long. This little firecracker would look adorable on a shelf, mantel, entryway table, or tucked into a patriotic display. Let’s get started! Materials You’ll Need Wood shims or thin wood slats Two shorter wood pieces for the supports Waverly Antique Wax Baby…
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DIY Picket Fence Flower Box Decor Tutorial
Hey friends! Today I’m going to show you how to make this adorable picket fence flower box décor using simple slats from Lowe’s and a little crate from Dollar Tree. This project has the prettiest rustic farmhouse feel with chippy paint, flowers, fairy lights, and a vintage-inspired picket fence design. It’s perfect for spring, summer, patriotic décor, or even year-round farmhouse decorating! Let’s jump in! Materials List Wood slats (from Lowe’s or other hardware store) Dollar Tree mini crate Hot glue gun + glue sticks Waverly Antique Wax Baby wipe Vintage White paint Tuscan Red paint “Cloudy Day” blue paint (Hobby Lobby) Chip brush Wax candle Scraper tool or palette knife…
DIY Snowflake Postage Stamp Ornaments Tutorial
Hey friends! Is it too early for crafting ornaments? You know we love Christmas around here! Today we’re making these adorable snowflake stamp ornaments, and I am so excited to share them with you because they turned out so pretty! I love the neutral farmhouse style of these ornaments with the dark background, rustic finish, and bright white snowflakes. They remind me of vintage postage stamps and would look beautiful on a Christmas tree, tucked into garlands, or even used as gift toppers. Let’s get started! Materials List Snowflake Stamp Ornament cutouts Waverly Chalk Paint: White, Truffle, Mineral Makeup sponge Sandpaper and/or Sanding block Dixie Belle Antique Wax Blending tool…
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DIY Primitive Uncle Sam Using Wood Shims
Hey friends, it’s Emily! 💛 Today we’re making a super cute primitive Uncle Sam using simple wood shims. I love crafting with these because they’re inexpensive, easy to find, and you can turn them into so many fun projects! This one has all the rustic farmhouse charm — distressed paint, Spanish moss, twine, and patriotic colors. It’s perfect for Fourth of July, Memorial Day, or adding some Americana style to your summer décor. Let’s get started! Materials List Wood shims (approximately 12) Hot glue gun + glue sticks Craft stick / popsicle stick Acrylic or chalk paint in the colors: Navy Blue, Light Mocha, Flamenco Red and White Sanding block…
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Rustic Wooden American Flag Wall Decor | Mini Wood Pallet DIY Craft Home Decor Tutorial
Hey friends! Today we’re making a simple and beautiful rustic wooden American flag wall decor piece that’s perfect for summer, Memorial Day, the 4th of July—or honestly, all year long if you love that farmhouse Americana style. This is one of those projects that looks high-end but is actually super easy to put together. If you enjoy painting and adding a little rustic charm to your home, you’re going to love this one! All you need is a mini wood pallet from DollarTree or other craft supply store and a few basic crafting supplies that you probably already have at home! Supplies You’ll Need: Mini wood pallet (Dollar Tree) Acrylic…
DIY Bunny Frame Craft Tutorial
Hey friends, it’s Emily from Burlap Kitchen, and today we’re making this adorable bunny frame! This sweet spring project has so many charming little details — a painted bunny, carrot accent, rustic wax finish, and a little raffia bow to tie it all together. It’s a fun craft for Easter or spring decorating and would look so cute on a shelf, mantel, or tiered tray. Materials List Bunny frame craft kit (you can get your HERE) Acrylic paint (Vintage white, gray [or black and white to mix your own gray], country twill [tan], vintage rose, orange, and green) Waverly Antique Wax Dixie Belle Antique Wax Baby wipe Sandpaper or sanding…
Farmhouse Style Pig Leaner | DIY Craft Kit Tutorial
Hey friends! Today we’re making the most adorable farmhouse-style pig! This project has all the cozy, rustic details we love — soft paint colors, a little grunge, and sweet embellishments that really bring this pig to life. Let’s jump in! (Video link at the end of this post.) Materials You’ll Need Wooden pig cutout (you can grab yours HERE in our shop) Chalk paint: Blush (for the pig body & snout), and Truffle brown (for muddy texture) Acrylic paint: Black (for the feet), Teal blue (for the heart) Brown antique wax Black Dixie Belle antique wax Baby wipe (for applying wax) Sanding block Paintbrush Small paint sponge Sharpie Paint Effect…
DIY Gingerbread Man Shelf Sitter Craft Tutorial | Rustic Christmas Shelf Decor
Hey friends! Today we’re crafting the cutest little gingerbread man shelf sitter, full of color, detail, and charm. This project does take a few steps, but once you get going, it’s so relaxing and so much fun. Let me walk you through how I painted and assembled mine! Supplies You’ll Need These are the supplies I used for my project. Feel free to choose your own favorite paint colors to suite your unique style! Gingerbread Man wood cutout set Acrylic paint: Vintage white Red White Territorial beige Golden Sunset Olive green paint Pink (or blush) for cheeks Purple, red, green, white paint (for sprinkles) Black Sharpie Paint Effect marker White…
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Wooden Spoon Snowman Shelf Sitter | DIY Winter Decor
Hey friends, it’s Emily from Burlap Kitchen! Today I’m going to show you how to take a simple wooden board and a Dollar Tree spoon and turn them into the cutest rustic snowman décor. This project is quick, inexpensive, and perfect for cozy winter decorating or gifting. Supplies You’ll Need Wooden board (mine came from Walmart’s craft section) Wooden spoon (Dollar Tree) Popsicle stick Acrylic Paint: FolkArt “Skyline Blue” (Hobby Lobby), Apple Barrel “Toasted Marshmallow” (Walmart), “Toasted Terracotta” (orange paint for the nose), and Black (for the face) White Sharpie Paint Pen or white paint for highlights Sanding block (extra fine grit, 220) Small paintbrushes and chip brush Scrap fabric …
