Studio Blog

The Weekend After Thanksgiving: “Now What?”

So, there you are. For better or for worse, you’ve caught up with your extended family. You’ve eaten more turkey than a human should be capable of consuming. The parade has come and gone. What do y...

6 Fun and Stress-Free Ways to Decorate for the Fall Holidays

Halloween, Samhain, and Thanksgiving are coming up quicker than you think, and there’s a lot to do to get ready. Deciding on costumes, picking out turkey recipes, sending out Friendsgiving invitati...

Moving In? 15 Cool Ideas For Décor and Meeting New Neighbors!

Whether you're moving into your first apartment or tenth, moving into a new place is an exciting time and opportunity to try something new!  We've put together 15 creative ideas to help you express...

What's Next After a Scarf?

Are you interested in learning how to crochet or knit but don't know where to start?  Have you crocheted or knitted a scarf and are now wondering what to tackle next?  How do you know what's right ...

Top 5 things to know about Air Plants

We have a full section dedicated to air plants at Craft Loft and they just about make the perfect companion to some very fun craft projects.  The most common questions we get are ... What's an air ...

We Have a New Name!

We are excited to announce that Studio by Garden Streets has a new name, Craft Loft!  Why did we change our name, you ask?  Well, it's not that anything was wrong with our old name, but our new na...

10 Things to do for the Best Staycation in Boston

Oh, what to do in the summer?  Short of grand vacation plans, might we suggest a stay-cation?  We love stay-cations because it's not only great for your budget, but it also allows for a truly low-s...

Is Tufting Right For Me? A Quick Intro to This Fun & Trendy Craft

Have you seen those unique and creative rugs flooding Instagram and TikTok? Maybe you’ve seen rugs in the shapes of favorite cartoon characters, natural mossy landscapes, or fun, abstract squiggles...

Birthday Party Ideas for Every Age Group

Have an extra special and memorable birthday party with a crafting experience at Studio by Garden Streets!

7 Fun Ways to Craft Using Upcycled Materials

Do you like crafting and treating the planet well? Earth Day is right around the corner, so we want to inspire you to reuse, reduce, and recycle with your crafts! We have so many craft materials wa...

Our Top 7 Reasons Why Crafting Is Great For Team Building

Team building is an important part of building employee engagement and morale. However, team building can often prove more difficult than first expected.  Maybe you’ve tried some classic team build...

8 Crafty Gift Ideas For Your Loved One This Valentine’s Day

It’s that time of year again — Valentine’s Day is coming up and you’re thinking about what to gift your partner (or a special bestie!). If you’re crafty like us, you’re probably thinking about hand...

7 Things to Consider When Choosing a New Hobby

Have you been longing to pick up a new hobby but not sure where to start? A hobby is a great way to spend some down time, get centered and feel accomplished yet  relaxed!  Here are 7 tips when choo...

Answers to Your Biggest Beginner Knitting Questions - Part 1 (Yarn & Needles)

So, you’ve just started knitting and you have some nagging questions. Or, you haven’t even picked up a pair of needles yet and feel overwhelmed and want some guidance! We’ve gathered up some of you...

20 Gift Ideas Under $25 For Everyone On Your List

Looking to find some unique stocking stuffers or fabulous gifts for an affordable price? We’ve got you covered! We’ve collected a list of gift ideas under $25 to provide you with the gift-spiration...

10 Holiday Gifting Tips for Staying Organized & Chill This Year

Whether you’re ready or not, the holiday season is right around the corner. The temperature is dropping and you might be thinking about what gifts you’ll be giving this season. We know how stressfu...

15 Halloween-Inspired Crafts for the Spooky Season

It’s time for Halloween once again and we couldn’t be more excited! Whether it’s costume parties, trick-or-treating or haunted houses, we can’t get enough of the scary and spooky. Today, we’ve roun...

A Beginner’s Guide to Moss Art: How To Get Started With This Natural Art Form

Have you ever walked into a large office building or store to be greeted with a beautiful wall of moss and plants? If you have, you know just how striking a natural piece of art can be! Moss art, ...

Make Your Dorm Room Feel Like Home With These 15 Super Fun DIY Projects

Are you getting excited about returning to college, or starting your very first year? One of the biggest parts of university life is dorm life, so we’ve come up with some fun DIY decor projects you...

10 Craft projects to get your child excited for back to school

It’s that time of year again – back to school season! As you’re making the rounds buying school supplies and books, why not also pick up a fun project for your child to do that’ll get them super e...