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DIY/Craft

How to Melt Crayons in Silicone Molds

April 29, 2025 by The Hobby Wife
How to melt crayons

Learn how to melt crayons in silicone molds to make colorful flower crayons. Reuse broken crayons with this fun, easy DIY project.

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Easy DIY Faux Cactus Decor: Fun & Affordable Craft

February 5, 2025 by The Hobby Wife

This easy DIY Faux Cactus decor craft is a budget-friendly project that repurposes household materials into a stylish and fun project.

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How to Upcycle Cardboard Box into a Decorative Tray: Simple DIY

December 12, 2024December 10, 2024 by The Hobby Wife
upcycle cardboard boxes

Learn how to upcycle cardboard box into a decorative tray! Discover easy DIY cardboard crafts, perfect for repurposing storage boxes at home.

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How to Make a Faux Tiffany Style Lamp Shade

December 9, 2024 by The Hobby Wife
DIY Tiffany style lamp shade

This DIY Tiffany style lamp shade tutorial uses faux stained glass techniques to transform an old lamp from a thrift store into a masterpiece.

Categories DIY/Craft, Home Tags DIY Home Decor, DIY Tiffany Lamp, DIY Tiffany Style Lamp Shade 1 Comment

DIY Cat Repellent Spray for Plants to Keep Cats Away

June 4, 2024May 31, 2024 by The Hobby Wife
diy cat repellent spray for plants

Make your own DIY cat repellent spray for plants using natural ingredients found in your kitchen to keep cats away from plants and garden.

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Smudging Sage Prayer for New Home – How to Cleanse Energy

March 22, 2024 by The Hobby Wife
sage prayer for new home cleansing.

Learn the best smudging sage prayer for new home cleansing and how to use sage to remove negative energy or saging to add positive energy.

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How to Dry Sage for Smudging to Make DIY Smudge Sticks

October 12, 2023October 11, 2023 by The Hobby Wife
sage sticks for smudging.

Learn how to dry sage for smudging to make your own DIY smudge sticks from fresh sage. Choose from four different drying methods for bundles.

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How to Make a DIY Macrame Plant Holder for Beginners

June 1, 2023 by The Hobby Wife
DIY Macrame Plant Holder

This DIY Macrame Plant Holder is for beginners who want to get creative with their plants using macrame to hang them!

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Homemade Mod Podge Recipe (2 Ingredients)

December 28, 2023January 31, 2023 by The Hobby Wife
homemade mod podge recipe

With just two simple ingredients, you can make this homemade mod podge recipe. Get inspired with these craft ideas and get the easy recipe.

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How to Make a DIY Pallet Coffee Table

August 31, 2023January 19, 2023 by The Hobby Wife
DIY Pallet Coffee Table

This easy DIY shows you how to make a DIY Pallet Coffee Table the easy way, even if this is your first time making pallet furniture.

Categories DIY/Craft, Home Tags DIY Coffee Table, DIY Pallet Coffee Table, Pallet Coffee Table, Pallet Project 4 Comments
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