Diane Henkler
Crafting and Home DIY Specialist
Education
- Associate's Degree, Marketing, Fashion Institute of Technology
Professional Achievements
- Authored a book, "Instant Decorating", Meredith Press
- Contributor to books "An Old-Fashioned Country Christmas" and "More Creative Lettering: Techniques and Tips from Top Artists"
- Featured on a variety of television programs demonstrating DIY decor ideas
- Featured in multiple print publications, including Better Homes and Gardens, HGTV Magazine, House Beautiful, BHG Christmas Ideas, Country Sampler, Traditional Home Showhouse Magazine, and This Old House
Certifications & Organizations
- Professional Interior Design Certification, Sheffield School of Interior Design
Favorite Piece of Advice
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Co-authored Articles (33)
How to
Tie an Ornament Bow
The holidays are coming around again, which probably means that you’ve pulled your box of decorations out of their storage space. If your decorations seem a little plain, you can try spicing them up with a ribbon on th...
How to
Color Water
You can color water for all sorts of purposes, such as creating centerpieces or other decorations, making a fun drink, or setting up a water playstation for your kids. There are a wide range of synthetic, natural, or eve...
How to
Preserve a Puzzle for Hanging
Completing a jigsaw puzzle requires dedication, patience, and attention to detail. It’s a worthy achievement to preserve as a beautiful addition to your wall decor. Whether you’ve completed your first or simply the l...
How to
Make a Bamboo Wind Chime
Wind chimes, a decorative piece that can liven up your home, can be made from a variety of materials such as ceramic pieces and metal tubing. If you are going for a natural look and mellow tone, bamboo is an excellent ma...
Bedroom Aesthetic Quiz
You can tell a lot about a person by what their bedroom looks like. Their interests, tastes, what’s important to them. What does your ideal bedroom say about you? Let’s find out! Answer these 12 style and personalit...
How to
Dry Acorns for Crafts
Acorns, the nut from oak trees, are a commonly harvested food that are eaten raw or used in recipes. Acorns usually ripen and fall in September and October. There is often an overabundance of acorns and they can alternat...
How to
Make Baskets
Baskets provide storage for a variety of items and often are used in home décor. You can buy baskets online or at many retail stores. However, you also can make your own baskets using supplies purchased at craft stores,...
How to
Melt Crayons
Just because crayons are old and broken does not mean that you can throw them away. Just like candle wax, crayons can be melted down and turned into new crayons, candles, or even lipstick! There are several different way...
How to Mod Podge a Puzzle: A Step-by-Step Guide
Seal and preserve your puzzle with just a bottle of glue!If you ever put together a jigsaw puzzle and decide it’s too pretty to take apart, grab a bottle of puzzle glue! Mod Podge Puzzle Saver is one of the best-known ...
How to
Hang Wind Chimes
Wind chimes are a great way to add a touch of zen to your home or garden! With the right mounting tools, you can hang them from the ceiling or a wall. You can also use a standing lantern holder or hang them from a tree o...
How to
Paint on Velvet
The lushness of velvet gives paintings a unique contrast that makes them seem to glow with an inner light. Painting on velvet requires special techniques. You’ll need to use a stencil or carbon paper to transfer a desi...
How to Treat and Preserve Wood with Oil So It Lasts Longer
Wood that has been converted from logs to lumber needs to be preserved or it will rot and decay. Preservation of wood will extend its life, increase its durability, and protect it from pests such as insects and rodents o...
How to
Decorate a Flower Vase with a Ribbon
You can transform a plain vase into something eye-catching and special using a simple ribbon! It’s an easy, fun DIY project that can add a personal touch to the decorative vases around your home or spruce up a bouquet ...
How to
Make Awareness Ribbons
Choose a cause and make beautiful awareness ribbons with these simple stepsAwareness ribbons are a simple way to show support for something and are often worn on days dedicated to specific causes. Wearing an awareness ri...
How to
Web a Chair Seat
If you have a wooden chair with a worn out seat, or no seat left at all, webbing a new seat with cloth strips is easier than you might think. By cutting out your strips, stapling them to the chair seat, and weaving them ...
How to
Make a Snow Globe With a Jar
Snow globes are a great gift, but what if you want something a little more personal? Whether you're looking to decorate your own space or give a thoughtful gift, a homemade snow globe can be an easy, thoughtful, inexpens...
How to
Display a Puzzle Without a Frame
That puzzle you put together looks so cool you want to display it for everyone to see. But if you think framing it is your only option, keep reading! We’ll walk you through exactly how to preserve your jigsaw puzzle, p...
How to
Put Together a Hard Puzzle
Your guide to building, assembling, and solving jigsaw puzzles quicklyThese days, puzzles can have thousands of pieces. The harder puzzles can seem daunting, but just like easier puzzles, they can be finished! In fact, f...
How to
Add Color to Beeswax
Beeswax is an all-natural substance that can be used to make candles, cosmetics, and molds.. 8 May 2024. If you want, you can easily add color to beeswax creations by melting beeswax with dye. This can be an exciting pro...
How to
Turn a Photo Into a Puzzle
Have you ever thought of making your own jigsaw puzzle? You can start with any photograph you want and come out with an unusual gift or fun conversation piece.
