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DIY- Papier Maché Giant Easter Eggs

We were looking for a fun idea to create an Easter photo backdrop and so of course we thought, why not make giant papier maché Easter eggs. It turns out our giant eggs would make such a fun decor for your next chocolate egg hunt party!

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This is my friend and collaborator, Camille, holding up her festive giant egg!

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We really had fun during the photo shoot. Can’t you tell? The cool fact  about the GIANT eggs is that you can use them as a picture backdrop. I think the kids would have fun with this! And how cute would the photo souvenirs be!

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I really LOVE how the abstract giant egg turned out! Which one do you prefer?

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The awesome thing about papier maché is that it’s super cheap to make! All you need is cardboard (any cardboard, really), masking tape, newspaper scraps, home made glue (a mix of flour and water), some colorful paint and a whole lot of patience! Check this post out for the step by step instructions!

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This is me hiding behind the egg…I’m only peeking…well… because I’m a little camera shy. (I’m working on it!!) Camille convinced me to take a picture with the egg but really, I feel so much better behind the camera. Sometimes I feel like I’m the only one on this planet with that problem? Am I really?

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The fun part of course, is customizing your eggs! I’m pretty sure big kids and smaller ones will have a blast!

Please let us know via Instagram if you try it out! We want to see! Tag us so we can see your creations, and we’ll regram our favorites! -Stephanie

*Want to see more papier maché DIY projects? Click here to see our papie maché Heart and over here to see our papier maché Christmas tree! Hope they inspire you to create your own!

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DIY- Papier Maché Valentine’s Day Heart

My partner in crime Camille and I have come up with a cute papier mâché heart for V-Day! We really can’t get enough of papier mâché! Remember the cutest Christmas tree she made for our pop boutique? It’s such a fun craft technique because you can create any form you want to!

Here is our papier maché Valentine’s day heart!

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I love the fact that you can create 3d shapes with papier maché. The good thing about it is that you can customize all the faces creating a fun decorative object. Also it’s super cheap to make! All you need is cardboard (old shoe boxes will do the trick), masking tape, newspaper scraps, home made glue (a mix of flour and water), some colorful paint and a whole lot of patience!

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I love the side, Camille painted some XO designs on it with a large paintbrush.

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Our little French slogan “coeur en joie” means joyful heart. What would you write on yours?

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Pssst! Camille is wearing our new graphic apron! Isn’t it cute?

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Click below to see a little clip of our papier mâché Valentine’s Day heart project. Continue Reading →

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DIY – NYE Party Stirrers

Are you planning a New Year’s Eve party? We have the coolest DIY stirrers idea for ya! Find some colourful paper, a bit of tinsel and get crafting ladies! Astrid and I would like to bring a festive touch to your cocktails!

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Choose your favourite color and make some cute stirrers!

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Your cocktails will be a huge hit! Because, how cute?

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We used lollipop sticks with a nice round end to create these funky stirrers.

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They make the cutest glass markers as well. Click below for the step by step instructions and learn how to make your own!

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DIY Upcycled XMAS Garland

We have such a fun DIY project for you guys! Make a lovely Holiday garland using odds and ends you find around your house. You’ll be amazed at how cute it turns out! You’ll have fun finding the perfect little objects for your garland. Invite some friends over and rev up your craft skills ! Thanks to Astrid of the SP4nK blog for this adorable collab!

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Use all sorts of little treasures that cost nothing!

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We opted for a white & silver color scheme, I love how it turned out!

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Tadam! It’s super easy to make and the possibilities are endless…
Click below for the step by step instructions and learn how to make your own!
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