Amy Guerrero
Arts & Crafts Specialist
Education
- Philadelphia University, BS, Industrial Design
Professional Achievements
- 10+ years of freelance graphic design experience for events and companies
- Featured interview in VoyagePhoenix Magazine
- Featured interview in Finding Arizona Podcast
- 5-Star Google Review Rating with 60+ Review
Philosophy
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Co-authored Articles (231)
How to
Make an Envelope
Homemade envelopes can add a personal touch to any card or letter. You can easily make an envelope at home using a few basic supplies.
How to
Make Handcuffs Out of a Belt
Have you heard about DIY belt handcuffs and want to try them out for yourself? You've come to the right place! There are 2 ways to make handcuffs with a leather belt and we'll walk you through both processes in this arti...
How to
Activate Slime Without Activator
If you have rubbery, dried-out, sticky, or stringy slime, you can fix it by adding certain ingredients in place of an activator like Borax, which standard slime recipes call for. If you are making slime from scratch and ...
How to
Create Papier Mâché
Looking to make your own paper mâché craft? Papier-mâché (pap-yay mash-ay) or paper mâché (paper mash-ay) is an easy to make, hard material that can be used to cover various surfaces. You can use it in arts and cra...
How to
Make a Kite
There is nothing quite like flying a kite outdoors on a sunny, breezy day. What’s even better? Flying a kite you made yourself! Making a simple diamond kite is an easy project you can complete in one afternoon. We’ll...
How to Fold and Use a Paper Fortune Teller
Use this paper creation to predict your friends’ futuresA paper fortune teller is a simple yet fun craft that creates infinite entertainment for you and your friends. All you need is a piece of paper, something to writ...
How to Tie a Bow with Ribbon: 3 Easy Options
A step-by-step guide on tying basic, looped, and puffy bowsFancy, decorative bows are a great way to add some pizzazz to any present or package, but they can get awfully expensive. Thankfully, making them at home with so...
How to
Fold a Dollar Into a Heart
Make money a little more fun by folding a dollar bill into a basic heart shape. You can also take it a step further if you’re more advanced at origami by adding a pocket that holds a quarter, too. Then slip your creati...
How to Create a Cone from Paper: 2 DIY Methods
Follow these easy steps to make a 3D paper cone Paper cones are useful in a range of homemade crafts. Need a nose cone for your paper rocket or snowman? Want to make a party hat? Paper cones have a lot of potential vari...
How to
Wrap a Present
Wrapping a present is a kind gesture that can show someone how much you care, and it can make the present feel more special to your loved one. It's easy to wrap a present if you make all your folds and cuts carefully. W...
How to Make an Origami Heart 2 Different Ways
Guides on how to make a simple origami heart and a more advanced, 2D heart out of paperLooking for a cute gift to give your friend, crush, or family member? Well, look no further because we have the perfect handmade hear...
How to Make a Traditional Origami Crane (with Visuals)
Simple step-by-step instructions for making the most iconic piece of origami art When most people think of origami, their mind jumps straight to the elegant paper crane. The idea of folding a paper crane yourself might ...
How to
Tie a Ribbon Around a Box
You've got your gift all wrapped up and ready to go. All it needs is a pretty bow–and tying a ribbon bow around the box will give you a nicer, fancier feel than using a stick-on bow. We’ll show you how to tie a basic...
How to Make String & Beaded Friendship Bracelets
A step-by-step guide for beginnersFriendship bracelets are pretty, customizable, and super fun to make! You can put together the sparkliest beads or shiniest threads for yourself or a friend—the options are truly endle...
How to
Make a Paper Book
Making a book out of paper is a fun and easy project that has many purposes, for home and school. You can use your book as a journal, sketchpad, or gift for someone. A homemade paper book is a great activity for kids, t...
4 Best Ways to Make Slime Less Sticky (With or without an Activator)
''Transform slime from sticky mess to stretchy fun using these tips'' You whipped up some beautiful slime, but there’s one problem: it’s sticking to everything. Sticky slime is no fun, but luckily it’s an easy fix....
How to
Make a Paper Swan
In the Japanese art of origami, paper swans are one of the most popular pieces to make. And you don't have to be an expert folder to create one yourself. With a little patience and practice, you can fold a pretty paper s...
5 Easy Ways to Make Slime at Home
Simple, fun, and safe slime recipes for kids and adultsWho doesn’t love slime? It’s squishy, stretchy, and oh-so-slimy! It’s also super cheap, easy to make and, incredibly versatile and customizable. In this articl...
Easy Ribbon Bows: How to Tie Any Style of Bow
DIY a grosgrain, wire-bound, or floral ribbon bow For most people, bows are synonymous with ribbons. Bows made from ribbon can be made in several ways, depending on what use you intend putting them to. Ribbon bows can be...
How to
Make a Pop Up Card
Pop-up cards are a great twist on the ordinary greeting card. Make a few simple cuts into a piece of decorative paper to create a tab. Push the tab forward and apply your pop-up image. If you want to work with a card you...