It's summer—time for trips to the beach, long vacations, and sitting on the porch sipping a nice cold glass of lemonade. It's also the time to take advantage of these great "FREE" summer craft projects. From a delightful summer cross-stitch design to a fabulous gift giving project of homemade jams, you'll love these summer inspired designs to help engage your creativity.

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I Love My Garden

With the summer flowers in full bloom, you can express both your passion for gardening and stitching. This lively colorful design is the perfect design to help convey your message and to display one of nature’s true blessings. (More...)

Flea Market Baubles Necklace

Scour grandma's old jewelry box or look to your local flea markets for vintage buttons, charms, old bingo chips, type writer keys, and other surprising inspirations to create a beautifully unique and stylish necklace. (More...)

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Just Peachy!

There's nothing like fresh delicious summer fruits! Hand out your own homemade jams and preserves to share with friends and family in this wonderfully repurposed four-pack coffee drink carton to create the perfect summer gift. (More...)

Tri-Panel Small Stamp Card

One small stamp is all you need to create this elegant, anytime card. Glitter and pearlescent finishes enhance the delicate image, making the blossoms come alive. (More...)

Carte Postale Stationery Set

Find a simple wooden garden tote at your local craft store to create a wonderful feminine stationery tote. A simple painting technique and embellishments give this project its uniquely delicate touch. (More...)

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• Beach Chic — Create a relaxing beachside retreat even if you don't live by the ocean.
• Flea Market Style — Discover oodles of inspiring ideas for your flea market and garage sale finds.
• Cards • Stamps • Style — Summer fun is in full swing! Paper projects are perfect for summertime—fun, bright, and portable!

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