Creating with Joy

A new school year means a new look for everything, including your cell phone. Don't let your teen's phone look like everyone else's - give it your own flair with JOY embroidered letters! I found this cell phone case at the dollar store. The purple chevron design was cute, but it needed more bling. So […]

I love to read - novels, magazines, cookbooks, even my old journals! But I never have enough bookmarks to hold my place so I can bounce back and forth between books. These custom bookmarks were a breeze to make, inspiring me with their words and vibrant colors! Materials: Joy Embroidered Letters Parchment paper Self-Healing Gloss […]

I have a Super Hero - my husband! I think he needs to be reminded once in a while with a badge of some sort. Do you have someone you would like to honor? Make them a refrigerator magnet! You will need: Joy embroidered letters Magnetic sheets for home printers Acrylic paints - blue and yellow […]

Here's why I love the new chef's apron I just made. For some people, cooking defines them. I am NOT that person. Ask me to bring chips and soda to a potluck and I'm totally fine with that. But don't let this apron fool you...it's not that I can't cook. I just don't like to. If I […]

Use mini canvases and JOY embroidered letters to create an easy fall doorhanger. You will need: JOY small letters to spell "Fall" Four 3" mini canvases Fabric dyes in Brown, Tan, Orange Four leaf buttons Ribbon Hot glue and glue gun Paint brush, scissors, wire cutters Prepare dye using the instructions on the package. Paint […]

Keep papers from flying away with this monogrammed paperweight. It would make a great gift for the teacher or student in your life! Supplies: Smooth rock Acrylic craft paint Black marker Craft glue Craft varnish Joy embroidered letter Paint one side of the rock with acrylic craft paint in the color of your choice. Allow […]

These little sheer organza drawstring pouches are perfect for tiny gifts, party and wedding favors, fragrant sachets or even as merchandise bags for selling handmade items at a boutique. You can pick them up in bulk online or in small packs at most craft stores - they come in many different sizes and colors. Personalize […]

Say "flowers" in any language with Joy embroidered letters.....    I found this vintage/shabby chic bottle caddy at my local craft store and thought it would be perfect for displaying sunflowers available everywhere at this time of year.  It needed a little extra pizazz though, so I added the word "flowers" in French and German......  […]

We all know one. Heck, maybe you are one. You know... a coffee addict! So take pride in your love for coffee by personalizing a store-bought fabric coffee cup sleeve with JOY iron-on letters. These reusable cotton coffee sleeves are a great thing to keep in your purse or car to identify your cup and […]

The bride and groom are off on their honeymoon! Whether they travel by car, bus, train or plane, they might get some special service by sporting these fun tags on their luggage. Here is what you will need: JOY embroidered letters Deflecto 3"x 5" flexible pouches Deflecto pear clips Solid and patterned scrapbook papers Glitter […]

My dog drools. A LOT. She is a regular drool monster, especially when we are in the car! I have been searching for some cute towels to carry around with us but couldn't find any I like. I decided to make my own doggie drool towel using supplies I already had on hand. My supplies […]

  These days I'm super picky with what I wear. For me, it's all about color and lots of it! So I thought it would be fun to design my own baseball cap using a Joy iron-on letter. I chose the letter "M" for Michelle and Mom...a win- win for me!   To make a […]