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March 31, 2014 by: jenn

First Annual Loomy Awards beginning March 30, 2014 – April 30, 2014

The Originial Loom Boom, an innovative product designed to display, organize, transport and share loom bracelets announce the first ever Loomy Awards! I know my kids will definitely be entering this contest!

January has the Golden Globes, February hosts the BAFTAs, and March is home to the Oscars. What better time than awards season to announce the first ever award for loom bracelet fanatics! This April, “loomers” from far and wide will submit their creations for a chance to become a Super Loomer in the 1st Annual Loomy Awards!

The Loomy Awards are sponsored by The Original Loom Boom, a first-of-its kind product intended to organize, display, transport and share your loom bracelet creations. Winners will be chosen from four categories: Best Bracelet, Coolest Charm, Wackiest Wearable, and Best Loom Boom. Three winners will each receive a $250 gift card, and one grand prize winner will receive a $500 gift card! Plus, all winners will receive a special edition of The Original Loom Boom! Entries can be submitted on The Original Loom Boom’s Facebook page beginning on March 30, 2014, and winners will be announced on a live web award show April 30, 2014.

Disclaimer: all opinions are my own. I received a Loom Boom to facilitate this review. Ever After in the Woods is in no way connected to the awards contest mentioned above. Your opinions may vary.

February 27, 2014 by: jenn

Darby Smart offers Affordable DIY Craft Kits

Company: Darby Smart

What is it: A DIY Craft Box complete with materials and instructions delivered to your door.

Product: Etched Champagne Flute DIY Kit

What’s Included in the Kit?

3 Champagne Flutes, Etching Medium, Letter Stencils, Instructions

How did it work?

So first, the kit was packaged very well to ensure no breakage. Darby Smart givers you a tester flute to try out first. I read the instructions included in the kit and used the letter stencils to write LOVE on the tester. Using the etching medium, I brushed on in one direction and allowed it to do its magic for 15 minutes (may have been more like 30 because I forgot!) I rinsed off the medium in warm water and peeled off the template.

For my pair of flutes I decided to do something different. I wanted the glasses to be overall frosted with clear hearts. I had some leftover heart stickers from Valentines Day, so I randomly pressed them on to the glass. I used painters tape to tape of the top and bottom of the flute for a nice clean line. I then applied the etching medium in one direction and let sit for 15 minutes (this time I set a timer!) When time was up, I washed the flutes in warm water and here are my results:

Overall: I think Darby Smart is a great subscription service, you can either have a monthly box delivered to your door or you can choose what DIY Craft Box you want delivered. The kit I received was very easy to do and was a great activity for a snowy afternoon.

****UPDATE: Use coupon code CREATE10 and Darby Smart will give you $10 off of yourfirst purchase.

Disclosure: The reviews and or opinions on this blog are my own. I received a half-off coupon code to facilitate this review. No monetary compensation was received. I was not required to write a positive review. Your experience may be different. The opinions I have expressed are my own.

February 22, 2014 by: jenn

Monogram Wall Art

Typographic Mongram Couple Wall Art

Still lending my hand at design. I think this works for a wedding, anniversary or valentine’s day present. Simply matte and frame and you have another excellent piece of art for your home.

This would look great in a home office, living room or bedroom as wall art. If this was printed out smaller it could be a gift tag or card.

What do you think?

February 18, 2014 by: jenn

DIY Closet Makeover

My husband and I redid our pantry closet, boy was it a mess! You can see for yourself from the pictures. I am pretty embarrassed by this before picture, but you would never believe it unless you saw it! This closet was a catch all for everything. There was no order, it was pretty much a glorified junk drawer. Please don’t judge me!

I saw the potential but I thought it was going to be an overwhelming task. My goals were to create more storage space, find a way to organize all of my oversize trays, and to see what we had.

Here is our adventure. First we emptied out the closet. That took a pretty long time. My husband removed all the old shelves and took measurements. He is so handy with his woodworking skills! I love that about him, we make a great DIY team.

I chose a pale yellow paint because I wanted it to be bright when you opened the door. The shelves were painted a very pale grey. The shelves were set at varying heights to accommodate different boxes and cans. I love that the shelving is in an “L” shape so we did waste any space. There are slats up top for my trays, a compartment by the floor for my bag storage (I don’t know about you but with this project I realized I am a bit of a bag hoarder) and large empty spaces that I can fit all of our stuff!

This is still a work in progress but I know I want to use some vinyl chalkboard labels on canisters and containers. I would love some baskets and storage for my cookbooks. I am loving it! My husband did such a great job building what I had envisioned. What do you think?

February 14, 2014 by: jenn

Valentine Conversation Heart Kid Craft

Recently, I had a large number of empty boxes waiting to be recycled and I thought to myself there has to be a better use for these boxes. So I taped the box closed and painted over them with a light pink paint. Wow, a perfect canvas!

With Valentines Day being around the corner we have some bags of Conversation Hearts in the cupboard so I thought I could make a little Valentine Day craft project with them and some hot glue. I drew a heart on the pink painted faux canvas and got to work. What could be easier? The kids can totally do this. You could even do a lesson on pattern if you were feeling up to it!

I think it will make a great addition to our Valentine’s decor!

February 12, 2014 by: jenn

DIY Vinyl Notepad

The other day when I was perusing AC Moore, I noticed they had these cute notepads with pens for $1. I know right? The note pads looked like they were covered in parchment and then they had a spot of color on the binding.

I immediately thought these would make great gifts.

I am always looking in my pocketbook for a pen and paper to jot down notes and ideas. I thought with a little personalization, the notebooks would be extra special. I used small scraps of Adhesive Vinyl I had and created these adorable little books.

What do you think?

February 4, 2014 by: jenn

DIY Pillow Box: Great for Birthday Favors, Gifts, Showers, Etc.

As my daughter’s birthday is approaching, I have started to try and figure out what I would like to do for her favors. I have toyed around with the idea of a pillow box with candy to go along with her party theme. But first I wanted to see if I could make them. Turns out, they are not as complicated to make as I thought they were going to be. Try them out yourself.

These would make great favor boxes for weddings, showers, birthdays, engagements, etc. Really any time you need a little box for something that you want to look extra special. Just fill the pillow boxes and add tags and ribbon.

Materials Needed:

Heavy Paper (I used scrapbook paper)
Scissors
Paper Clip
Glue

Directions

Print out the template below.
Cut out around the template onto your heavy paper.
Fold the paper on the dotted lines.
Using a paper clip, score the curved folds. (This made this part super easy!)
Glue the pillow box together on side.
Fold down the ends.

February 3, 2014 by: jenn

Jamberry Nail Wraps – “Signature Style at your Fingertips”

Have you seen the latest craze? I have to tell you I am so impressed with this new nail trend that has been featured in “People Style Watch” and “InStyle” magazines to name a few. It is called Jamberry Nails.

Who is it?

Jamberry Nails offers an incredible variety of DIY nail wraps that will compliment your mood, style, or wardrobe. You can finally have your own signature style at home. There are over 300 hundred varieties of premium nail wraps, they have an entire catalog to choose from!

All you need are a hair dryer, nail file, and a set of wraps. Click below for an application video:

http://jamminwithallison.jamberrynails.net/about/apply/

Jamberry Nail wraps come eighteen wraps in a set and can be used for 2-3 applications. Each set of wraps is $15 (USD) and $17 (CAD)

Jamberry has recently added nail lacquer to their product line for an overall, whole nail experience.

Extra Information:

Jamberry Parties and Consultants

Did you know that you can host a Jamberry party? Or become a Consultant?

As a host you can earn free products and if you become a consultant you can earn free product and more!

Contact Allison Gonzalez for more information. She can be reached http://jamminwithallison.jamberrynails.net or allisonjamberryconsultant@gmail.com

Disclosure: The reviews and or opinions on this blog are my own. I received product to facilitate this review. No monetary compensation was received. I was not required to write a positive review. Your experience may be different. The opinions I have expressed are my own.

February 2, 2014 by: jenn

EZ Craft Show Feb.5 – Feb. 19

So excited to be part of the EZ Craft Show this week! I am selling some of my wall art and designs. Stop by if you can and check it out. So great that you can shop from home and see all these wonderful vendors. Check out some of my designs below that are for sale!
You can find me here:
http://www.ezcraftshow.com/shoppe/?sid=DesignintheWoods

February 1, 2014 by: jenn

EZ Craft Show Go Shopping

Shop, from the comfort of your home, starting Feb 5^th 2014 at Noon CST at the Online Spring EZCraft & Gift Show.

EZCraftShow.com has been around since 2001 and continues to bring amazing and talented crafts and gifts, direct sales products, business services, crafting supplies, and so much more, right to your computer without you having to get all dressed up and leave the house.

Shop any of our online vendor booths, purchase the goodies you want, and they are shipped right to your door.

What can you find at the EZCraftShow? Things like handmade foods, candles, jewelry, bath and body products, makeup, house décor, clothing, purses, health and fitness, advertising services, dolls, primwares, craft supplies, and so much more.

Don’t miss it! We hold online shows 4 times a year, so check out our Upcoming Shows, and “Like” our Facebook Fan Page so you don’t miss a thing.

So if you are looking for something fun to do, look no further as you have found it. I know you will love EZCraftShow.com