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Messy Bun Hat – Free Crochet Pattern

19. March 201917. March 2019 Habiba 6

30 minutes super simple messy bun hat or ponytail hat free crocheting pattern

I have two very special little ladies in my life: My god-daughter and her sister. I love crafting things with them and for them. Last Christmas I wanted to add a little something to my Christmas present and decided to make a Messy Bun Hat for the little fashionista, that is the sister of my god-daughter.

I have short hair ever since I was 9 years old. I think short hair suits me very well but sometimes I am a little sad that I don’t get to sport a messy bun or a high ponytail. So whenever I find inspiration for stylish hair accessories for long hair I save it to Pinterest as I know my little girls will love it if I make something for them.

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How to make last minute Easter gift bags or Easter baskets from upcycled brown paper bags

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Upcycled Easter Gift Bag – Free Templates Included!

18. March 201916. March 2019 Habiba 10

Check out what I came up with for this months Craft Room De-Stash Challenge. I had everything at home…no need to run to the shop (as there was no time for that anyway, lol). Could you be making these or similar Easter Gift Bags from the supplies you already have at home?

pressed and dried fern wood disc pendant for diy jewelry - a frugal dollar store craft

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DIY Pressed Flowers Pendant using a Driftwood Base

2. March 2019 Habiba 6

This DIY Pressed Fern Pendant is a fabulous DIY gift idea. You are combining your very own creativity and time with a wonderful nature craft using driftwood and pressed flowers. You can make these driftwood charms using dried flowers, too. Click through for more visual inspiration!

How to make a chalk board from an upcycled picture frame found in an attic

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How to Make & Break In a New DIY Chalkboard

28. February 201927. February 2019 Habiba 24

To know how to break in a new (DIY) chalkboard is very valuable knowledge. You don’t want to invest the time to make one or the money to buy one and then ruin it forever after the first try, right? In this step-by-step tutorial, you’ll also learn how to upcycle an antique picture frame into a unique chalkboard to decorate your home with.

DIY jewelry macrame spiral bracelet with charm for couples or bff's

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Macrame Spiral Bracelet for Couples or BFF’s

19. February 201926. February 2019 Habiba 41

The macrame spiral bracelet using a half-knot is a very simple DIY jewelry project for beginners. In this detailed step-by-step tutorial that also includes a video, you’ll learn how to add a charm and an adjustable sliding knot, too.

recycled hand lettering practice sheets DIY mini envelope and card - free template and SVG cutting file

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DIY Mini Envelopes from Recycled Handlettering Practice Sheets

3. February 20193. February 2019 Habiba 4

Use those handlettering practice sheets (or basically any other paper you love) and turn them into DIY mini envelopes and matching cards. You’ll find a FREE template to handmade this frugal and fun recycling project up in the blogs Freebie Collection, same as a FREE SVG cutting file if you’d rather work with your cutting machine. Click through to get those freebies now!

Sporting my last-minute diy jewellery red-velvet earrings that match my red Pelle Moda Kacey heels #craftifymlove #diyjewelry #leatherearrings #valentinesoutfit #redteardropearrings #howtodiyleatherearrings

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DIY Red Velvet Teardrop Earrings + Free Template

24. January 201922. February 2019 Habiba 22

DIY red velvet teardrop earrings made from red suede are the perfect accessory for Valentine’s Day. But of course, they also make for a great gift idea for Mother’s Day or you could DIY them for yourself just because. Pair them with a matching manicure and some awesome heels, and you’ll easily be the star at the next party.

how to make a giant paper flower as a DIY money gift

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How To Make A Giant Paper Flower + Free Template

15. January 201922. February 2019 Habiba 26

Giant Paper Flowers look super impressive and are very easy to be made. They are a wonderful idea for DIY wedding decor, baby showers, and a photo backdrop for birthday parties. But really you can do with them what you want! Decorate your garden for a summer party, use it as a way to make a money gift (this is what I made this flower for), or simply make one or several for your studio or she-shed.

Natural DIY hand printed gift wrapping idea for Valentine's Day or an Anniversary

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Hand-Printed Recyclable Gift Wrapping Paper

6. January 20197. January 2019 Habiba 14

Valentine’s Day is coming up so it’s good timing when I show you how to DIY hand-printed recyclable gift wrapping paper. But it is not only good for Valentine’s Day. Consider saving this tutorial for Mother’s Day, Father’s Day, an Anniversary, a Birthday, or even for Christmas. You’ll find lots of tips and tricks how to change the design of your DIY wrapping paper in the post.

Spitzbuben German Christmas Cookies. These are my favourite jam filled cookies ever

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Spitzbuben – German Christmas Cookies + Free Printable as an Early Christmas Gift

12. December 201825. December 2018 Habiba 20

With this post, I’ll leave you to it this year. I had a few more tutorials planned (and even made). But if I am quite honest, I need a break. Simple as that. With that being said, I wish you and your family a wonderful Holiday season. Happy crafting, munching on cookies, unwrapping those wonderful DIY Christmas gifts, & see you next year. Love, Habiba 💕

Spitzbuben are my favorite German Christmas cookies. Granted, they require a bit of work, but you’ll never want to eat other sweet treats on Christmas Eve. Today, I am sharing with you all those tips & tricks that make the Christmas bakery doable for me. Click through and find an extra of approximately 30 recipes by my blogging friends.