Category: Crafts

  • Exploring the Differences Between Cross Stitch and Plastic Canvas

    In needlecraft arts, two techniques get intertangled and confused with beginners: cross stitch and plastic canvas. While both involve projects that are done with a needle and thread, however, they differ greatly when it comes to materials, techniques, and the types of projects they are commonly used for. Today, we will go over the similarities…

  • One-Hour Crafting With Scraps: Plastic Canvas Peeps!

    It’s that time of year when the Peeps Brand emerges, similar to when Michael Buble emerges just in time for Christmas. In honor of Christmas and a great plastic canvas basket stuffer, I’ve decided to start 2024 strong with this One-Hour Craft with Scraps: Plastic Canvas Peeps Edition!  Supplies You Need to Make Your Plastic…

  • Beginner-Friendly: How to Make A Heart-Shaped Pizza Pillow

    I was given a sewing machine courtesy of my older sister a few months ago. Mind you, I haven’t sewn anything since Home Economics in middle school. However, that didn’t stop me from meandering down to Jo-ann Fabrics to look at the fabric section. This is where the heart-shaped pizza pillow came to fruition. Is…

  • DIY Dollar Tree Snow Globe Under $5

    Ever since I was a little girl, I always loved the holidays. I loved the decorations, I love the festivities, and I loved the food. Of course, gifts were a bonus, but one thing as I age I try to keep in my own tradition is working on holiday decor and this is where the…

  • How to Make a Small Plastic Canvas Easter Egg Basket for Beginners

    With Easter right around the corner, it’s time to start thinking about fun and festive ways to celebrate the holiday. As I was scrolling through my Pinterest account, I stumbled upon a cute little small plastic canvas Easter basket and I just knew I had to give it a try. Having been doing plastic canvas…

  • One Hour Crafts: Plastic Canvas Cactus Home Decor

    It’s been a long minute since I posted anything to the blog. Well, it’s been an even longer minute since we sat at the crafting table and crafted another fun little project, a plastic canvas cactus. If you are an OG reader of ours, you’ll know that we love our one-hour crafts. Our one-hour crafts…

  • Strut What Ya Auntie Gave Ya: Scottie Dog Tote

    Are you someone who loves to craft unique and personalized gifts for your loved ones? If so, you’re not alone. I enjoy creating beautiful and functional crafts for those special people in my life. One such project that I created is the Scottie Dog Tote. In this article, I’ll take a closer look at this…

  • One Hour Craft: Tooth Fairy Pouch – Plastic Canvas

    At The Byas Life, our crafting enthusiasm has surged, with a particular focus on elevating our artistry. Currently, I’m immersed in creating a remarkable Tooth Fairy Pouch using Plastic Canvas, and I’m documenting my progress on our Facebook and Instagram pages. I invite you to follow us on one or both platforms to catch exclusive…