Kristine Mckay Designs

Echo Park Winner Announced

Thank you guys so much for the huge response I got from my FB call for help . . . to convince my friend Madison that I really did have some friends lol. I wanted to announce the winner of the $100 package. It is . . . Wendy McGuire ...

My big Announcement

Backyard Drive In

Some of my greatest memories of being a young mom are taking my three little ones to Drive-in Date night. If it weren't for the drive-in I would have NEVER been able to go the movies without my kids running up and down the isles, stealing everyone's popcorn and ...

MISSING IN ACTION

I'm still alive I PROMISE. I have had so many sweet emails inquring about my health and if I've given up crafting . . . are you KIDDING ME?? Summer is always hectic at my house, as I'm sure it is at yours as well. I got ...

Creative uses for Dishware

This month my Studio 5 Challenge was to find some creative uses for dishware. I love using dishes in my decor' so the hardest part of this challenge was coming up with something new that I haven't done before. Here are just a few quick and easy ideas ...

Binding and Cool Journal Ideas

As you probably know I LOVE journaling. I especially enjoy finding new ways to organize and keep track of my life while also creating keepsakes that I can save. I'm also always looking for various binding ideas. So, I decided to focus on a couple of binding machines and techniques ...

Game Inspired Decor

I think every room needs a little whimsey. Adding game pieces in a cool classy way can do just that. Here are a few ideas to spark your imagination.

$5 DIY {Perpetual tin Calendar}

Studio 5 Challenged me to a $5 DIY project. It's on! I decided to make my own reproduction of a perpetual tin Calendar that I absolutely love! This would make a great gift . . . especially with Mother's day coming up.

All thingz Related {guest post}

When I first came across "All Thingz Related" blog I was so excited. It was the perfect example of the value I "hope" I add with my Studio 5 segments. I have always said that the creative part I love most about crafting and DIY projects is actually coming up ...

Garden Inspired Crafts

When Studio 5 asked me to do a segment on Garden inspired crafts my first thought was Garden Party!!! So, here are just a couple ideas I came up with.