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Michelle James

Hi! My name is Michelle and I blog at Our Crafty Mom. I have two grown children, a son age 24 and a daughter age 19. I am a very proud Mom! I love creating all things DIY, home decorating, crafts, refinishing furniture, upcycling-you name it & I have probably tried it! Thank you for visiting!

Jump on the viral TikTok trend with a dirty soda mocktail. This dirty Dr. Pepper recipe can be made in just 5 minutes with only 3 ingredients! This post contains affiliate links at no extra cost to you. Please see my full disclosure here. What is a Dirty Soda? If you haven’t heard of the dirty …

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These outdoor living spaces will inspire you to turn your outdoor area into an oasis where you can relax and entertain. From cozy lounging areas to stylish dining setups and more! Outdoor Living Spaces As soon as we have our first 65+ degree day here in New England I am ready to decorate my small …

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This DIY American Flag wreath is one of the easiest wreaths to make with no sewing and no hot glue needed! It’s great for summer holidays. American Flag Wreath When I first started this blog over a decade ago, my goal was to inspire others to craft and DIY on a budget. So when I …

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Welcome summer with a vibrant red, white, and blue layered cocktail that’s perfect for celebrating Memorial Day, 4th of July and summer fun! Whip up this refreshing and festive drink in just 5 minutes! This post contains affiliate links at no extra cost to you. Please see my full disclosure here. Planning on celebrating the red, …

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These epic red, white and blue 4th of July charcuterie board ideas will be the hit of the party. A great way to celebrate Memorial Day too! This post contains affiliate links at no extra cost to you. Please see my full disclosure here. 4th of July Charcuterie Boards If you follow me on social media …

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Transform your leftover chicken into 21 tasty recipes! From salads to soups, wraps to casseroles, make the most of your leftovers with these easy ideas.  Leftover Chicken Got leftover chicken? Don’t let it go to waste! Check out these 21 delicious recipes to transform your leftovers into mouth watering meals. From salads to soups, wraps …

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Decoupage a gorgeous planter with napkins to make patriotic and super easy DIY dollar store planters. Fill it with real or faux plants. This post contains affiliate links. I may earn a small commission at no extra cost to you. Please see my full disclosure here. I was invited to participate in a decoupage challenge hosted by …

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Celebrate the red, white, and blue with these patriotic crafts and DIY projects perfect for Memorial Day, 4th of July and summer barbecues. All Things Red, White and Blue Memorial Day and 4th of July will be here before you know it! For most people, Memorial Day is the unofficial kick-off to summer and all …

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These cozy mid-century modern living room ideas feature vibrant colors in a navy blue and emerald green color scheme with lots of texture. This post contains affiliate links and gifted products. If you shop the links in this post there is no additional cost to you, but I may earn a small commission. Thank you …

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Pressed dried flower art is an easy DIY project that becomes a focal point in any room. Create your own with this step-by-step tutorial. This post contains affiliate links at no extra cost to you. Please see my full disclosure here. Pressed Dried Flower Art I’ve been wanting to create dried flower wall art for a …

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