Dear Chicago House, My most downloaded freebie here at creativeinchicago.com is this birthday card. I think the reason it is so successful is it’s simplistic design and the fact it […]
Craft Projects
Tutorial: Shell Napkin Rings
Dear Chicago House, Here is another easy project to glam up a coastal table setting – DIY Shell Napkin Rings You will need Small shells Drill (optional depending on your […]
Tutorial: DIY Beachy Coasters
Dear Chicago House, Don’t you love these gorgeous coasters, perfect for a beach house coffee table! and super easy to make. You will need Cork circles Hemp string/rope Small shells. […]
Creating Art on the Beach
Dear Chicago House, This time last week I was in sunny Florida, enjoying the feeling of sand between my toes and the sun on my face. Back in Chicago and […]
Santa gone BAD: Lego Video
Dear Chicago House, Who needs a big Christmas tree when you have Lego It was one of my favorite toys as a kid and Lego can still be fun as […]
Designer Desk Accessory – Last minute DIY gift!
Dear Chicago House, Here is fun desk accessory you could make as a last minute gift. Over the years Chicago teen has amassed quite a collection of pencils and a […]
Easy DIY Advent Calendar
Dear Chicago House, Pinch, punch 1st of the month and because we have entered December it’s time to break out an advent calendar. Miss Chicago teen may be 15, but […]
DIY Gift Ideas: Simple Sewing projects
Dear Chicago House, Here is another round up of DIY gift ideas – simple sewing projects. If I can make these then anyone can! Custom Place Mats Stenciled […]
Coastal DIY Gift Ideas
Dear Chicago House, I don’t know about you but I find holiday shopping rather tedious and choosing that perfect gift is so difficult. If you are having trouble, here is […]
Rooms Painted in Behr Aqua Breeze
Dear Chicago House, I cracked open my paint tins last week and painted my living room. Would it shock you to know that I have gone for Aqua Breeze by […]









