What Swiftie wouldn’t love a friendship bracelet birthday banner?? When my daughter turned 13, I knew I wanted to do something extra special — and extra her. As a full-blown Swiftie, she’s obsessed with all things friendship bracelets lately. So when I stumbled upon giant versions on Pinterest, they practically screamed, “MAKE ME!” For your…
The Realities of Running a Small Business in 2025
I don’t usually write posts like this, but I felt it was time for a little behind-the-scenes honesty about small business challenges. Lately, I’ve noticed a shift—and I know I’m not alone. Sales have slowed, materials are harder to come by, and the overall vibe in the small business world feels… uneasy. Between ongoing economic…
How to Make a DIY Mini Booklet from One Sheet of Paper (No Staples Needed!) + Free PDF Instructions
🧷 How to Assemble a DIY Mini Booklet (No Stapler Needed!) If you’re looking for a fun and functional way to add value to your product packaging, classroom, or event, these tiny booklets are a creative way to do it! Whether you’re using them for marketing inserts, tutorials, party favors, mini-coloring booklets, or games, this…
Volleyball Clip Ideas: What to Put on Team Clips (Cute + Easy Ideas)
Looking for volleyball clip ideas? These cute, funny, and easy ideas are perfect for team bonding, tournaments, and gifts. Fun, easy DIY craft + printable motivational sayings to encourage players during tournaments. Even though we just wrapped up our second year of club volleyball, the idea of volleyball spirit clips was totally new to me….
Why Was My Etsy Shop Shut Down – And What To Do About It
What to Do If Your Etsy Shop Gets Shut Down Running an Etsy shop can be an exciting and rewarding business venture, but what happens if your shop suddenly gets shut down? Whether it’s due to a policy violation, an error, or an issue with Etsy’s algorithm, it can be a frustrating and stressful experience….
Changes to UNISUB Single-Sided Sublimation Material
If you’ve worked with sublimation materials, (especially any you’ve purchased from my shop, Candyland Studio) you’re likely familiar with the reliability and quality of UNISUB products. Recently, however, there has been a significant change to the single-sided UNISUB sublimation material, which I wanted to share with you to keep you informed. Why the Change? In…
Make Valentine’s Day Air Fresheners (Free PNG File!)
Looking for a fun Valentine’s Day sublimation craft to gift? Heart shaped felt air fresheners are so fun! Spread love and sweet scents with felt Valentines for all your friends. Using 100% polyester felt blanks and a template from Candyland Studio, seamless Valentine’s Day digital papers from Creative Fabrica, paired with a free PNG graphic…
10 Fun Etsy Finds for a Cozy Fall + Spooky Halloween!
As the crisp autumn air settles in and Halloween approaches, there’s no better time to spruce up your home with warm, cozy fall vibes and a touch of spookiness. Whether you’re looking to create a relaxing autumn ambiance or sprinkle some eerie charm for Halloween, Etsy is packed with unique, handmade items that will help…
Wood Arched Panel Background Stand + Removable Vinyl Wraps for Custom DIY Displays! FREE TEMPLATE!
Create an Amazing Space with Removable Vinyl Wraps for the Hobby Lobby Wood Arched Panel Background Stand Have you seen what you can do with the 6 foot tall wood arched background stand from Hobby Lobby??? This versatile 3-panel wooden arch has taken the crafting world by storm. Sure, it’s beautiful when painted, but what if…
How to Make a Felt Air Freshener with Heat Transfer Vinyl
If you’ve every wondered how to make a felt air freshener you’ve come to the right place. My original post How to Make Car Fresheners with Felt Blanks shows you step by step how I use sublimation to create fun, reusable felt air fresheners. But what if you don’t have a sublimation printer? No problem!…