Happy Galentine’s Day! This week, we’ve rounded up seven bright and cheery DIYs for you to try, and we’re sure you’ll love them! From fashion accessories, to home decor, to some special Valentine’s Day projects, we’ve got you covered.

1. Embellished Candy Box from Debi’s Design Diary:

Really digging this embellished Valentine candy box by Debi Beard! You could use it to store jewelry or accessories. Or craft supplies? Or refill it with chocolate!

2. Stitched Octopus Sweater by Mark Montano

Stitch up a nifty octopus sweater with Mark Montano. You can use this technique to stitch up any design you want (although I am partial to nautical, so this octopus is perfect for me!)

3. Neon Clutch Tutorial by Cathy Attix

Add a touch of neon with this clever clutch from Cathy Attix. Stylish, and unexpected!

4. Stamped Positive Affirmations Necklace by Margot Potter

Stamp up a pretty positive affirmations necklace  with Margot Potter. Metal stamping is fun, and you can write any messages you want on your necklace.

5. Ruffled Pillow DIY by Cathie Filian

Add some romantic ruffles to a plain pillow with Cathie Filian.

6. Dollar Store Conversation Heart Wreath at Dollar Store Mom

Come visit us over at Dollar Store Mom, where Summer turned conversation hearts into sweet wreath, with all the supplies from the dollar store, of course!

7. Chalk Paint Table Makeover by Crafty Chica

Give an old table a colorful chalk finish makeover with Kathy Cano-Murillo, the Crafty Chica!

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Welcome to Day 3 of Homemade Costume Week at Dollar Store Crafts! This week, I’m bringing you several costume ideas that are simple, no-sew, and frugal. Today’s featured costume is the no-sew Octopus costume. I used several pairs of striped knee socks to create the octopus legs. You can find knee socks at the dollar store, or shop at Target or Wal-mart for more selection. [get instructions for making the Octopus costume at my Kaboose post]

I originally imagined this costume slightly different, with the sock legs coming out of the chest and the child’s arms as one pair of legs. I decided to make the legs more like a skirt coming off of the sweatshirt and add the face to the chest of the sweatshirt instead of the hood.

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