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What began as an Instagram hashtag and project collection (#CrafttheRainbow) that quickly went viral has become a showstopping book, offering a rainbow of completely new project ideas. Learn how to make playful party decorations, luscious flowers, amazing cards, and sophisticated wreaths, garlands, centerpieces, and more than you can imagine-all with…

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1 author picked Craft the Rainbow as one of their favorite books. Why do they recommend it?

This is one of those books that you pick up in a bookstore and don’t want to put down because it’s just too beautiful. The pages are thoughtfully crafted, and the projects make you see just how chic DIY can be when you do it correctly. 

I loved the hybrid of crafting with colorful facts and tips on how to use a specific color. The first time I read the book, I immediately wanted to start making and adding color everywhere!

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