Category Archives: Arts and Crafts Tutorials

Shortening a Chain Necklace is Easy!

9 February 2012 by Jenny Hoople

Sometimes it’s hard to decide what length necklace is best until you actually get to wear it and see for yourself how the pendant lies with your favorite outfits. You might order the necklace with a chain long enough to … Read More >

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7 Ideas for Eco-friendly Gift Wrapping

7 December 2011 by Jenny Hoople

Looking for eco-friendly gift wrapping alternatives? Well, then, let me first say “Well done!” and then “You’ve come to the right place!” How a present is wrapped contributes as much to the meaning of the gift as what’s inside the … Read More >

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Simple, Eco-Friendly Gift Wrapping Tutorial

1 December 2011 by Jenny Hoople

Looking for an easy way to wrap gifts that’s still elegant and, most importantly, eco-friendly? Well, here’s a great gift wrapping technique for small packages! I developed this method myself. (It’s how I gift wrap the little boxes of natural … Read More >

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Simple, Eco-Friendly Gift Wrapping Tutorial

Easy Natural Stone Necklace Tutorial

22 November 2011 by Jenny Hoople

I made this natural stone necklace with nothing more than a package of copper wire from the hardware store, some pre-drilled stones and a pair of needle-nose pliers! It was quick, easy and inexpensive to make, which makes this an … Read More >

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7 Awesome Ways to Bring Moss Inside

4 November 2011 by Jenny Hoople

Moss is such a magical little plant! Soft, cushiony, green. Just what we need to get us through this winter that’s fast approaching (already here in some parts of the country!) Last week, I shared an easy moss terrarium tutorial … Read More >

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Gift Guide: The 64 Awesomest DIY Craft Kits on Etsy

1 November 2011 by Jenny Hoople

DIY Craft Kits are the gifts that keep on giving! It’s like when we were kids and, after the thrill of opening the presents, we got to play all day with our new toys. You can bring back the magic … Read More >

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Gift Guide: The 64 Awesomest DIY Craft Kits on Etsy

DIY Moss Terrariums: Give Your Loved Ones the Gift of Nature Without Breaking the Bank

26 October 2011 by Jenny Hoople

I love making homemade gifts for my friends and family and my passion for the natural world doesn’t stop with the natural stone jewelry that I make! If you’re looking for an easy homemade gift idea that’s dirt cheap, then … Read More >

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DIY Moss Terrariums: Give Your Loved Ones the Gift of Nature Without Breaking the Bank

Quick Beading Tip – Eco-friendly Bead Organizer

30 September 2011 by Jenny Hoople

It’s got 12 handy compartments the perfect size for bead organizing, it’s free, eco-friendly and you’ve probably got one sitting in your refrigerator right now. Sound too good to be true? Nope. It’s an egg carton! I was counting out … Read More >

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Quick Beading Tip – Eco-friendly Bead Organizer

Save Money on Postage and Look Cool Doing It

30 September 2011 by Jenny Hoople

I found a great way to save money on postage AND bring my creative business branding more in line with my top core values! (ie. look cool doing it!) The answer is Discount Postage, which is simply unused postage from … Read More >

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Save Money on Postage and Look Cool Doing It

Quick Photo Tips – Do What You Can With What You’ve Got!

23 September 2011 by Jenny Hoople

You don’t need a professional photography studio to get decent product pics. You just need a little ingenuity! North-facing windows have the best light for taking pictures and morning light is ideal. Set yourself up a little photo stage: I … Read More >