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May 18, 2013

Colorful Summer Projects

For many of you, schools are already getting out and the weather is screaming summer! And for the rest of us, it’s only a few weeks away! Even though today is a little gloomy in my neck of the woods, that doesn’t mean I’m not thinking about bright colors and summer activities!

And you all are apparently on the same wave length because there were so many great summer projects linked up to the Inspiration Gallery this week. So here are 8 Colorful Summer Projects to add to your list along with Jaime, Lucy and my top picks from the party.

8 Colorful Summer Projects To Try

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DIY Dahlia Art by The Happy Scraps

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Colorful Tissue Paper Flowers by It All Started With Paint

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Patriotic Paper Windsock Tutorial by A Pumpkin and A Princess

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Summer Straw Printable by Circus Berry

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Funfetti Made From Paper Scraps by Ann-Kay

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Polka Dot Sneakers by Yesterday On Tuesday

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Frameable Fabric Art by Sugar Beans

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Ombre Paint Chip Art by Architecture of a Mom

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French Toast (Literally) by Twigg Studio

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Kitchen Office Reveal by So Much Better With Age

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Big Boy Nautical Room by The Lily Pad Cottage

Did you find any inspiration today?! Hope you all have a great rest of the weekend!

About Taryn Whiteaker

Hi! I’m Taryn! The voice behind Taryn Whiteaker Designs. I launched this brand over 11 years ago when I became a stay-at-home mom. What started as a small craft and mom blog eventually grew into a full time design and DIY site. My goal has always been to inspire others (especially women!) with design ideas, DIY tutorials, entertaining ideas and give you the tools you need to complete them yourself!

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  1. Anne says

    May 18, 2013 at 5:14 am

    LOVE all of these bright colored projects. And that frameable art is darling! Getting out the scrap fabric!
    Thank you for featuring my summer straw printable! Have a great weekend.
    Anne

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  2. Amy @ The Happy Scraps says

    May 18, 2013 at 7:27 am

    Thank you for featuring my Dahlia art! It made my morning to wake up and find this! I hope you have a great weekend.
    Amy

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  3. Gloria @ Simply Gloria says

    May 18, 2013 at 4:15 pm

    Wow! What great talent and all is very inspirational! I can’t even pick a favorite…I have lots of scrap fabric, scrap paper for straws, lots of ribbon for a cute windsock…you name it! All of these look so fun to create. New follower via bloglovin!

    Reply
  4. Rondell says

    May 18, 2013 at 7:57 pm

    Thanks so much Taryn for stopping by! What I loved about the chalkboard paint backsplash is that it is so inexpensive to do. Everyone that has seen it loves it!
    I’m loven the windsock!

    Reply
  5. aimee says

    May 19, 2013 at 1:51 am

    Thankyou so much for featuring my french toast. Im honoured to be your pick of the week xxx

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  6. Linda @ it all started with paint says

    May 19, 2013 at 2:31 pm

    Taryn,

    Thanks so much for the feature, my friend! I’m humbled to be included with so many talented bloggers!

    :) Linda

    Reply
  7. Lauren @momhomeguide says

    May 19, 2013 at 6:59 pm

    I love the Dahlia Art. So pretty!

    Reply
  8. Susan @SugarBeans says

    May 20, 2013 at 5:41 pm

    Thanks for featuring SugarBeans Frameable Art. Love these picks!
    Blessings,

    Reply
  9. Naush says

    April 16, 2014 at 4:56 pm

    Hi Tayrn !
    Although this is last years post, I liked the ideas so much that I am featuring you in my facebook page !!
    https://www.facebook.com/DoodlebuddiesUAE
    Love from Dubai
    Naush

    Reply

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