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Summer Crafts

Craft-Punch Summer Party Decor

Use a simple flower craft punch to create a summer party motif of straw flags, napkin rings,...
60 Beach Ideas

Our best beach ideas for summer, whether you're lounging by the shore, or just inspired by its...
Rope Decorating Ideas

While it's often considered to be more of of a utilitarian necessity than a decorative accent, rope...
Mailbox Bike Basket

This mailbox turned bike basket is so charming, it practically deserves its own address. A...
Cast-Hand Craft

This Mother's Day, create a personalized cast hand craft, a do-it-...
Picnic Crafts

From colorful baskets to simple blanket ideas, handy utensil holders to festive outdoor decorations...
Cornhole Game

Build a set of wooden goals for cornhole -- a beanbag tossing game popular in the South and...
Citrus Stools

Decorate a plain wooden stool with a bright citrus pattern using a stencil template on The Martha...
Summer Wrap

Tools and Materials9 yards of cotton voile fabric...
Fern Coasters

Coasters featuring fern-inspired designs add a rustic touch to the living room or porch, and...
Shell Sconce Craft

Give your walls a seaside touch with this lovely shell sconce....
Faux Bois Tray

Faux bois means "false wood" in French; it is a simple technique that you can use to...
Mother's Day Herb Garden Kit

This beautiful herb garden is a great idea for an extra-special gift for Mom....
Shooting Star Christmas Lights

Tool and MaterialsBambooHand prunerSmall...
Embellished Sandals

With summer in full swing, our favorite footwear is flip-flops or sandals. Guest Marie Hejl...
Bamboo Candles

Bamboo candles, which have built-in shelves, are a pretty way to decorate the table the next...
Reusable Tile Calendar

Reusable Tile Calendar
How to Anchor a Tablecloth

Use bungee cords and grommets to keep a tablecloth from billowing in the breeze.Cut...
Sand Castle Tips

Sand-castle making certainly needn't be taken too seriously -- kids can see a "castle" in even the...
Handmade Tote Bags

Embellished, glued, ironed-on or sewn, here are our favorite ways to personalize an ordinary...