My Sister's Suitcase

5+ DIYs That Give You An Excuse To Stay In And Get Cozy

With the cold weather finally here, it only seems right to stay in, cozy up on the couch, and get crafting.

If you plan on hibernating indoors for the next few months, why not spend some time making something awesome. Don't worry! Spring will be back before you know it.

Clipboard frame

Live Laugh Rowe

Live Laugh Rowe created this beautiful clipboard frame which is a unique alternative to a traditional frame.

Making one of these will add that warm and rustic touch to your home this winter.

These are surprisingly easy to make.

Live Laugh Rowe

Pick up a piece of wood and a bulldog clip from the craft or hardware store. You can stain the wood if you'd like.

Attach your bulldog clip. If you want your frame to be able to stand on its own, drill a small hole in the back and add a wooden dowel to make a stand.

Now clip up a favorite print or photo to finish this project!

Minimalist wreath

Shrimp Salad Circus

Shrimp Salad Circus created this modern wreath which will add a touch of spring to your home, even in the middle of winter.

This wreath is made from a brass ring, but you could also try making it with an embroidery hoop.

You can use real or silk flowers for this wreath.

Shrimp Salad Circus

The flowers are attached with a bit of floral wire, so it's really easy to swap the flowers to change up the look of this wreath or once they start to wilt.

I am really loving the look of this minimalist wreath!

Washi tape planters

By Wilma

In the winter, plants basically become your best friends. They also add a nice touch of greenery and can make your home feel more lush and cheerful.

By Wilma came up with this great idea to decorate your plant's pots.

Washi tape is so easy and versatile to use.

By Wilma

All of these planters were designed with washi tape if you can believe it.

You can add stripes to a plain planter or cut out shapes from the tape for an alternative design. I'm sure your plants will love these!

Terrazzo tile

Enthralling Gumption

Terrazzo tiles are taking over social media flat lays. now you can make one for yourself and use it to set your own accessories on.

Enthralling Gumption is the genius behind this Instagram-worthy project.

This tile looks like granite, but it's actually polymer clay.

Enthralling Gumption

Polymer clay is a little easier on your wallet than real granite. You'll need white clay for the main tile and then about four colors that you'll use to create the texture.

After you've baked your tile, you can add gold gilding if you'd like.

Velvet bow mules

Ctrl + Curate

Ctrl + Curate came up with this awesome idea to update your shoes with a luxurious velvet accent.

Leather mules were used for this project, but you can really use any shoes you'd like.

I can't get over how simple this project is!

Ctrl + Curate

Once you've made a knot with a piece of fabric, attach it to your shoes with some fabric glue. That's it!

Maybe add one of these to a pair of slippers if you want to add some glam to your comfy clothes.

Ring dish

Why Don't You Make Me

This project uses spray paint, so if you plan on doing it indoors, make sure you do it in a well-ventilated area. Of course, you can always use regular paint, too.

Thanks to Why Don't You Make Me for this one-of-a-kind creation!

As you can see, the base of this project is a toy giraffe.

Why Don't You Make Me

Use polymer clay to make a base for your dish. Bake it, then super glue the giraffe to your base. Paint the dish in whatever colors you'd like and... you're done!

Stack your rings and other pretty things around the giraffe's neck.

Vintage button bookmarks

My Sister's Suitcase

My Sister's Suitcase must know that the only thing better than cozying up with a DIY, is doing so with a book. With this project, you can do both!

Raid your local thrift store to pick up some cool buttons.

Use your wire cutters to clip the back loop off of your buttons.

My Sister's Suitcase

Using strong glue, but not a hot glue gun, attach the buttons to a paper clip. You can also find pre-made bookmark clips that have a spot for you to add your button.

Now you can keep tabs on your books with these handy and cute bookmarks.

Gradient phone case

Lydi Out Loud

Lydi Out Loud created this gorgeous phone case. Chances are you're going to use your phone to stay in touch with friends while you camp indoors, so you'll definitely need a cute phone case.

Use washi tape to make a design on a blank phone case.

Lydi Out Loud

Use a makeup sponge to begin lightly dabbing paint on the cell phone case. In the areas where you alternate colors, allow the paints to overlap a little to create the gradient effect.

When the paint is dry, peel off the tape and seal in your design with a few coats of clear varnish.