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• Felt Echinacea Flowers

  01-09-2026 09:08 via liagriffith.com
  
  Late summer gardens have a beauty all their own when bright summer colors begin shifting toward the warmer shades of fall. These Felt Echinacea Flowers express that in-between moment perfectly through butter-yellow petals, rusty orange centers, and touches of sun-warmed pink.
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• Crepe Paper Winecraft Gold Smokebush Video Workshop

  01-09-2026 09:12 via liagriffith.com
  
  Greenery doesn’t have to mean "just" green. Our Crepe Paper Winecraft Gold Smokebush starts with fresh leafy tones and turns up the color with warm red-tipped leaves, giving you a branch that feels like it’s caught somewhere between summer and fall.The post Crepe Paper Winecraft Gold Smokebush Video Workshop appeared first on Lia Griffith.
  
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• Crepe Paper Asiatic Lilies Video Workshop

  01-09-2026 09:11 via liagriffith.com
  
  White lilies absolutely know how to show up and make an entrance. Their sweeping petals, dramatic centers, and elegant shape give them plenty of presence without needing bold color. For our updated Crepe Paper Asiatic Lilies Video Workshop, we’re recreating that look with softly shaped petals, delicate speckles, and unexpected new details.
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• Crepe Paper Pink Echinacea Video Workshop

  01-09-2026 09:10 via liagriffith.com
  
  This month, we’re making Crepe Paper Pink Echinacea, complete with vibrant petals, wonderfully spiky centers, and all the quirky character of the real flower. A perfect late-summer bloom, this cheerful favorite brings a playful pop of color and texture to any arrangement.
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• Crepe Paper Salmon La Belle Ranunculus Video Workshop

  01-09-2026 09:09 via liagriffith.com
  
  Few flowers make a case for “more is more” quite like a ranunculus. Rows of delicate petals spiral tightly around the center before gradually opening into a full, rounded bloom. For our Crepe Paper Salmon La Belle Ranunculus, we’re recreating all those beautiful layers in a warm palette of coral, salmon, and soft pink.
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• September’s Garden Glow Arrangement

  01-09-2026 09:08 via liagriffith.com
  
  Smokebush, echinacea, lilies, ranunculus: four blooms, four Fridays, one glowing September. If your craft table has felt a little quiet since summer wrapped up, this is your sign to get the crepe paper back out for this Garden Glow Arrangement.
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• Felt Sunflower Buddy

  01-09-2026 09:07 via liagriffith.com
  
  If you had a pocket, had a pocketful of sunshine, we think it might look a little like our pal, Sunny! Our Felt Sunflower Buddy brings one of the world’s happiest flowers to life as a sweet, hand-stitched friend. Her smiling face, leafy arms, and sweet sunflower-embroidered dress make her an adorable addition to your felt animal stuffie collection and a sure-fire way to brighten up your day.The post Felt Sunflower Buddy appeared first on Lia Griffith.
  
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• Felt Play Pizza

  01-09-2026 09:06 via liagriffith.com
  
  Pizza night just got a DIY upgrade! Our Felt Play Pizza serves up everything little chefs need to create their own perfect slice with no oven required. From pepperoni and mushrooms to peppers, olives, onions, and even pineapple, this interactive felt food craft turns a favorite meal into hours of imaginative play.
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• Felt Chipmunk

  01-09-2026 09:05 via liagriffith.com
  
  How cute is this felt chipmunk that Krista designed? A perfect end-of-summer and early fall craft, this is a great intro project for anyone wanting to create more 3D felt animal stuffies.
  Because of the 3D construction and the details involved, we would say this felt craft is somewhere between a beginner and intermediate skill level. Just download our pattern and tutorial on the right hand side of this post, and be sure to reach out if you have questions!
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• Cardstock Wax Flowers

  01-09-2026 09:04 via liagriffith.com
  
  Tiny flowers can do a lot of the heavy lifting within a floral arrangement. Wax flowers are a favorite filler for exactly that reason, adding points of color and texture without competing with larger blooms. For our Cardstock Wax Flowers, we're giving these supporting flowers the spotlight with sprays of petite pink blossoms that are just as lovely on their own.
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• Mounted Paper Blackberry Artwork

  01-09-2026 09:02 via liagriffith.com
  
  While blackberries may be best known for their sweet summer fruit, a closer look reveals an entire world worth celebrating. Delicate white blossoms, richly colored berries, and layers of fresh green foliage inspired our Mounted Paper Blackberry Artwork. This three-dimensional botanical display is perfect for the upcoming shift to cooler weather and the gorgeous days of fall ahead. 
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• Cardstock Backpack Treat Box

  01-09-2026 09:01 via liagriffith.com
  
  It’s hard to believe the summer is nearly over, and for some, the back-to-school season is just days away. This time of year always brings a swirl of excitement and fresh beginnings. So it’s the perfect time to celebrate with a cute and easy craft. These Carstock Backpack Treat Boxes are a fun mini project to get back into the school spirit and prepare for the new adventures ahead. Whether you fill them with yummy treats or tiny surprises, treat boxes are always a fun and easy way to
  
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• 25 Easy Pottery Painting Ideas

  25-08-2026 19:00 via lovelyindeed.com
  Painting pottery is such a fun and creative endeavor! Try one of these 25 easy pottery painting ideas for your....
  
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• How to Make a Canvas Lunch Bag from Scratch

  19-08-2026 14:06 via papernstitchblog.com
  
  Make your own canvas lunch bag! Whether you have kiddos at home or are just looking for an excuse for a new lunch bag, I have you covered with a DIY canvas and leather version that works for adults and kids. They’re sewn from hand painted water-resistant canvas, so you can mess with the dimensions, […]
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• 20 Tropical Crafts: Paper Flowers, Felt Plants & Party Decor

  18-08-2026 20:30 via liagriffith.com
  
  Looking for tropical craft ideas to add a bit of color to your world? Well, you’re in luck! Whether you're dreaming of lush paper flowers, DIY party décor, or vibrant felt plants, we've got you well covered. From beginner-friendly paper craft projects to advanced crepe paper botanicals, you’ll find our favorite 20 Tropical Crafts: Paper Flowers, Felt Plants & Party Decor right here, all in one place.
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• DIY Flamingo costume

  16-08-2026 18:36 via creatingreallyawesomefunthings.com
  
  Not only did Mila want to be a pink flower costume for Halloween she also requested that I make her a pink
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• No-Bake Vegan Key Lime Bars

  11-08-2026 13:18 via papernstitchblog.com
  
  What’s better than key lime bars? No-bake key lime bars! These key lime bars are perfect for summer entertaining. They’re made with wholesome ingredients, like cashews, dates, almonds, and coconut. Making them vegan and gluten-free. It’s like a lighter version of something you’d find in Key West. But the best part about these bars is […]
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• 50+ Cricut Project Ideas Beyond Vinyl

  11-08-2026 01:27 via liagriffith.com
  
  Cricut and the Lia Griffith design team go way back. Before Design Space existed, every design came from a physical cartridge you plugged into the machine, and Cricut chose which designers filled them.
  They chose us. They produced a Lia Griffith cartridge from a collection of our designs, and you can still find that artwork in the four seasons collection here on the site. Twelve years later, the framed pieces still hang in my home.
  We were there when Cricut announced the Explore, the first machi
  
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• 32 Back to School Craft Ideas

  04-08-2026 13:06 via papernstitchblog.com
  
  Back to school craft ideas that you’ll actually want to try! Back to school season will be here before you know it. And if you’re a parent or caretaker with kids, I’m gonna guess that you’re searching for clever ways to get kids excited about going back to school. I know I am! So, I rounded up […]
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• Making Pretty Earth Tone Bandanas

  01-08-2026 13:14 via papernstitchblog.com
  
  Using what you’ve got to turn super affordable (in my case free) black cotton bandanas into pretty earth tone bandanas. This may be a bit niche, but it’s what I’ve worked on lately. Here’s the story… A friend gave me bunch of black bandanas that she had leftover from something. And I thought I’d change […]
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• Crepe Coral Sunset Peony—Master Class Workshop

  01-08-2026 09:14 via liagriffith.com
  
  Coral peonies seem to capture an entire sunset in a single bloom. Their petals move between saturated pinks, warm coral, and softer highlights, creating the kind of color that seems to change depending on where the light falls. In our Crepe Coral Sunset Peony Master Class Workshop, we'll recreate that luminous effect while exploring a brand-new peony design and a fresh approach to its foliage.
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• Double-Sided Crepe Paper Hibiscus—Video Workshop

  01-08-2026 09:13 via liagriffith.com
  
  If ever there was a flower to embody the full spirit of summer, I believe it’s the hibiscus. Its unmistakable silhouette and broad, colorful petals make it a symbol of all things exotic and sunny. For our August Member Make, we’re leaning all the way into those tropical vibrations with these vibrant Double-Sided Crepe Paper Hibiscus Flowers.
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• Crepe Salal Leaves—Master Class Workshop

  01-08-2026 09:12 via liagriffith.com
  
  A garden arrangement needs more than beautiful flowers to truly come alive. Foliage gives blooms somewhere to belong, creating shape, movement, and space throughout a design. In this Crepe Salal Leaves Master Class Workshop, we're returning to a favorite greenery with a new design from Paper Flower Garden and exploring just how much a simple leafy branch can bring to an arrangement.
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• Crepe Lady Fern—Master Class Workshop

  01-08-2026 09:11 via liagriffith.com
  
  I love the soft magic of ferns as they move and sway through a garden. Their delicate fronds unfurl and spill into the spaces around them, adding softness without demanding the spotlight. In our Crepe Lady Fern Master Class Workshop, we’ll focus on that graceful movement with a design from Paper Flower Garden and discover just how much this quiet botanical can bring to an arrangement.
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• Crepe Paper Beautyberry Branch—Video Workshop

  01-08-2026 09:10 via liagriffith.com
  
  Flowers may steal the spotlight, but a beautiful arrangement often comes down to what happens between the blooms. Our Crepe Paper Beautyberry Branch brings color, texture, and movement to the mix with vivid berries and leafy stems that weave effortlessly through every season. For this Crafternoon, we’ll craft the branch together before putting it to work in the finished arrangements from our Master Class series.
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• Paper Flower Garden Arrangement—Video Workshop

  01-08-2026 09:09 via liagriffith.com
  
  You’ve crafted the flowers, shaped the foliage, and watched your paper garden grow one stem at a time. Now, it’s time to bring everything together. In our Paper Flower Garden Arrangement Video Workshop, we’ll gather all our flowers and leaves from our Master Class, add our Crepe Paper Beautyberry Branch, and transform the entire collection into two beautifully composed arrangements.
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• Felt Gecko

  01-08-2026 09:08 via liagriffith.com
  
  Love our Painted Paper Gecko but looking for something a bit cuddlier? Not to worry, we’ve got you covered! This adorable Felt Gecko makes a charming addition to your felt stuffie collection and this month’s tropical lineup. Bright colors, a curious expression, and tiny splayed toes give this little gecko enough personality to steal the spotlight wherever it lands.
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• Felt Limes

  01-08-2026 09:07 via liagriffith.com
  
  Nothing says tropical quite like fresh, juicy citrus fruit. It instantly brings to mind refreshing drinks, sunny afternoons, and a dazzling pop of color. So, what better way to honor the season than with these lively Felt Limes? Their playful energy and realistic construction make them a fabulous addition to your felt fruit stand.The post Felt Limes appeared first on Lia Griffith.
  
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• Felt Monstera Adansonii Plant

  01-08-2026 09:06 via liagriffith.com
  
  No green thumb? No problem. Our Felt Monstera Adansonii brings all the leafy charm of this beloved houseplant indoors, with no watering schedule or perfect patch of sunlight required. Better known to many plant lovers as a Swiss cheese plant, its wonderfully holey leaves make this tropical beauty especially fun to recreate in felt.
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• Felt Toucan

  01-08-2026 09:05 via liagriffith.com
  
  It’s hard to imagine a tropical scene without a toucan perched somewhere among the leaves. That oversized beak and bold profile make this colorful bird instantly recognizable, and our Felt Toucan brings all that tropical personality straight to your crafting table. Complete with movable legs and citrus-inspired details, this handmade stuffie looks ready to find the perfect perch.
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