Creating with Joy

Say hello to spring with a mixed media birdhouse featuring Joy® Embroidered Letters! This little inexpensive birdhouse is so easy to make using supplies you probably already have on hand. You will need: Joy® Embroidere letter sheets - White Classic Monograms Bird House Chalk paint - color of your choice Foam brush Hot glue gun […]

When the weather is warm, it's easy to think Spring! and nothing says "welcome" like flowers on your front door.....! To make a sign like this, you will need the following supplies: Dyeable Joy® letters Wooden sign Permanent marker - color to match Green vine trim Plastic tube Flowers - fresh or artificial Ribbon Hot […]

When Halloween decorations have been packed away, it's nice to have a few fall decorations to brighten the home with before decorating for the holidays.  This pretty "Give Thanks" pumpkin decoration is perfect for a mantel or table. You Will Need: Joy Iron-on Embroidered letter sheet - Gold Handmade or Store Bought Fabric Pumpkin Iron There […]

Being thankful is always in season, so whether it's Thanksgiving or everyday, these blocks are perfect for kitchen decorating.  You can stack them up as I did above, or you can arrange them in a line on your mantle or hutch. To make a set of your own, you'll need: Joy® Iron-on letters:  3-inch script […]

Now that our son is older...13 and in middle school, its hard to find a balance for chores and his endless homework. With this chore bucket, I can avoid having to nag him constantly. In return for his 'chores', he can earn extra free time and I have one less thing to stress about!  To […]

Monogrammed burlap napkin rings are easy handmade functional décor items for your Thanksgiving place setting.   I love the look of burlap for Thanksgiving and autumn, and it really pops with the JOY® embroidered letters in gold.   You will need: JOY® embroidered letters in gold Burlap Circles Burlap Fringe Fabric Glue Iron Scissors Napkin 1. Create […]

Let everyone know not to disturb your little one's slumber with this cute moon and stars-themed door hanger. Materials: Joy embroidered letters Wood door hanger Craft paints Metal moon embellishment Gold glitter Adhesive foam dots Self-adhesive gems Liquid glue pen Mini glue dots Instructions: Paint the door hanger in a color that matches your nursery. […]

Recently I have been watching a new home remodeling show based in Palm Springs, California and the inspiration is everywhere!  Lots of bright colors, pink flamingos and green palm trees.  So when I saw these cute bright green and hot pink towels, I just knew that I had to embellish them with JOY Embroidered Letters. Here's […]

Wood slices are still trending and are perfect for a fall table. Make these quick and easy wood slice place cards for your next dinner party. Supplies: Joy® embroidered script letters* 2" diameter wood slices  Craft glue Permanent marker *Iron-on script letters are available in 4 different sizes:  sm, med, lg and extra lg.  These […]

I always seem to find out about fun annual events a bit too late. So I thought a special little bulletin board just for things I want to do next year made sense. From special events I want to attend, to clubs I want to join, to things I want to make - now I […]

The nice thing about this wedding monogram sign is that it can be adapted for any occasion, including an anniversary, a new birth, a new home or even the start of a new job. It's quick and easy to make in just 15 minutes - enjoy! Supplies needed: - Joy embroidered iron-on numbers and letters […]

Make family time more special with this cute memo board. Now that the kids are starting to head back to school, weekends are more important than ever - it's nice just being together. Whether I post a reminder about a fun event or a special note to say "I love you," this memo board helps […]