If you’ve been here for a while, you probably know October Roads Studio started with a love for creating. Crafting became more than just a hobby for me — it became a creative outlet, a comfort during hard seasons, and a way to bring warmth and beauty into everyday life. From handmade decor and DIY…
There’s something so peaceful about the first snowfall-that quiet sparkle that makes everything feel new again. At October Roads Studio, I love capturing that feeling in my crafts. Today, I am sharing one of my favorite easy winter DIYs: homemade faux snow! This simple recipe takes only a few minutes to mix up and uses…
It’s been a little over six months since I was last live, I want to take a moment to talk about that pause. Life has a way of guiding us into seasons-some full of energy and creativity, and some quieter, where we’re called to slow down, reflect, and refill our cups. I found myself in…
What is the significance of the Irish blessing? The Irish Blessing is a cherished tradition. It is most often associated with well-wishes, protection, and good fortune. Who wouldn’t want all of those? You don’t have to ask me twice if this sounds good to me! The blessings are rooted in Celtic spirituality, Christian influences, and…
I did a live recently on Facebook, and wanted to share it here! It was a Part Two of a wedding shower decoration I made for my daughter’s shower. You can watch me finish that fun monogram floral arrangement. And then after I finish the floral arrangement… check out the fun new Wood Bunny Shelf…
Love isn’t just one thing- it’s a thousand tiny moments woven together into something bigger than any of us can explain. It’s the warmth of a familiar voice, the quiet comfort of an embrace, and the unspoken understanding between two souls who simply just know. Love looks like a cup of coffee made just the…
This year marks the fourth year of the October Roads Studio Valentine Card Exchange! Let me give you a little back story as to how this all began. It was early January and I was doing a craft live. I was chatting with commenters about Valentine’s Day and mentioned that it would sure be nice…
Are you ready to kick off the most magical time of the year? To help you get into the festive spirit, created special for Christmas is a freebie just for you—and the best part? It’s completely FREE! Whether you’re decking the halls, planning your holiday crafts, or simply looking for a fun way to add…
When is to early to decorate for Christmas? I seem to hear this question a lot, or statements that often lead to this very question. Does decking the halls overshadow Thanksgiving and all that we are grateful for? Does putting up Christmas decor too soon mean that Thanksgiving is being overlooked, or that it is…
If you’re like me, your to-do list probably reads like a DIY circus:make all the crafts, design ALL the decor, write ALL the blog posts. Youwant to do it all because, hey, everything looks like a good idea at 2a.m. But if you’ve ever tried to juggle ten projects at once, you knowit ends up…