Amelia Brooks
Amelia grew up surrounded by antique shops and forgotten heirlooms, which explains her obsession with giving old things new life. After years in graphic design, she left the corporate world to focus on slow living and handmade projects with character.
She transforms discarded tin cans into wall art and thrift-store linens into something beautiful. Her projects celebrate the beauty of reclaimed materials and the stories they carry.
When she is not crafting, Amelia restores furniture, visits flea markets, or fills a journal with scraps and stories from her adventures.
Articles by Amelia Brooks
Beaded Coral Reef Decor: Ocean-Inspired Jewelry and Art
Transform simple beads into stunning coral-inspired jewelry and decor that brings the ocean's beauty home.
Wire Wrapped Jewelry: Simple Pendants and Rings for Beginners
Learn the art of wire wrapping with simple pendant and ring projects. No soldering or expensive tools required, just wire, stones, and patience.
Pottery Glazing at Home: Guide to Ceramic Finishes
Transform your handmade pottery with beautiful glazes — learn the essential techniques, tools, and safety tips for stunning ceramic finishes at home.
Home Pottery Glazing: Simple Beginner Techniques
Transform plain bisque-ware into glossy, professional-looking pottery at home with these simple, beginner-friendly glazing techniques.
Your First Naked Raku: A Beginner's Guide to Ancient Firing
Discover the magic of naked raku — an ancient firing technique that reveals the clay's natural beauty through smoke, flame, and a little daring.
Piped Acrylic Paint Art: Create Gorgeous Dimensional Designs
Discover the mesmerizing art of piped acrylic paint — a low-cost technique that turns simple tubes of paint into stunning raised dimensional artwork on canvas.
Mastering Texture and Tone with Charcoal
Discover how to create rich texture and luminous tone in your charcoal drawings with techniques that work beautifully even when you only have twenty minutes.
4 Bold Jewelry Trends for 2026 That'll Make Any Outfit Fashionable
Discover the four most exciting jewelry trends of 2026 that are set to transform your accessories game—perfect for adding an instant high-fashion edge to any outfit, even if you’re a …
Polymer Clay Earrings: Beginners Guide to Trendy Jewelry
Learn polymer clay earring making from start to finish. Materials list, clay types, conditioning, shaping, baking, sanding, hardware, three project styles, and troubleshooting.
DIY Bag Charms with Beads: Make Custom Keychain Accessories
Learn to make beautiful DIY beaded bag charms with seed beads, crystals, and findings. Step-by-step tutorial with three designs: monogram initial, charm cluster, and tassel style.
Fabric Flowers: Turn Vintage Linens Into Blooming Works of Art
Transform vintage linens and worn-out denim into beautiful fabric flowers. Amelia Brooks shares her techniques, tips, and real stories from selling them at city art festivals.
Tin Can Treasures: Vintage-Inspired Aluminum Can Crafts
Turn everyday aluminum cans into charming vintage-style crafts with simple techniques—just a little creativity, a quiet moment, and mindful care for sharp edges.