Runs with Scissors and Crafts

Runs with Scissors and Crafts Hi, I’m Cindy! I breathe new life into old treasures—turning forgotten finds into beautiful decor for your home.

Follow along for crafty adventures, upcycling inspiration, and a little bit of magic along the way!

Isn’t this the truth!
08/25/2025

Isn’t this the truth!

Look at this Bird Bottle Gift Box!The perfect DIY project for a thoughtful fall or winter hostess gift. Rustic, charming...
08/24/2025

Look at this Bird Bottle Gift Box!
The perfect DIY project for a thoughtful fall or winter hostess gift. Rustic, charming, and handmade by YOU!

I’ll be scheduling this class soon—comment “wine box” below if you’d love to make your own.

Oh, wine not included.😂

True story!
08/21/2025

True story!

08/21/2025

🍂Wheels of Time Window 🍂
From plain to WOW in just about an hour (don’t worry—I sped it up so you can watch the magic in 12 minutes 😉).

It’s amazing what a little decoupage can do! This transformation might be one of my favorites yet.

Yesterday’s video got chopped into 100 mini clips (so silly, right?), but I’ll have the full version fixed and ready for you this morning.

👉 Grab the Wheels of Time Decoupage Pack here:
https://runs-with-scissors-and-crafts.myshopify.com/products/wheels-of-time-decoupage-pack

🎉 Facebook recognized me for starting engaging conversations and producing inspiring content among my audience and peers...
08/20/2025

🎉 Facebook recognized me for starting engaging conversations and producing inspiring content among my audience and peers!

08/20/2025
✨ Popping on LIVE around noon with a fun autumn project! 🍂 I know I’ve been in Christmas mode lately, but don’t worry—we...
08/20/2025

✨ Popping on LIVE around noon with a fun autumn project! 🍂 I know I’ve been in Christmas mode lately, but don’t worry—we’re not skipping fall just yet. 😉

I just dropped off my entries for the Maryland State Fair! 🎉 This year I submitted three projects: my Christmas cards, t...
08/19/2025

I just dropped off my entries for the Maryland State Fair! 🎉 This year I submitted three projects: my Christmas cards, the Blended Pumpkin, and the Bunny Vintage Window.

Sadly, the window didn’t make it in—it was just a little too wide (by a couple of inches!) and too heavy. But I’m still so excited to have two pieces on display.

If you’re heading to the fair, be sure to keep an eye out for my projects—you might just spot them! 🧡🎄🐇

So…I did a thing. 😅 My aunt was doing a little (late) spring cleaning and offered me this Live, Laugh, Love sign. At fir...
08/17/2025

So…I did a thing. 😅 My aunt was doing a little (late) spring cleaning and offered me this Live, Laugh, Love sign. At first, I tossed it straight into the donate pile.

But then it hit me—this would be perfect for the Village of Wonder transfers from the Whispers of Winter release! ❄️✨

I can already picture this sweet little village scene on my mantel this holiday season. Can’t wait to bring it to life!

Let’s play, “How HOT is it where you are?”Yesterday, the temps read 85° (which doesn’t sound too hot) but I swear my eye...
08/16/2025

Let’s play, “How HOT is it where you are?”

Yesterday, the temps read 85° (which doesn’t sound too hot) but I swear my eyelids were sweating.

How are you making out this August?

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Hello! I am Cindy Russell, your Independent Chalk Couture Designer. I discovered Chalk Couture at a time when I need it. I was recovering from a year of chemo treatments for AML Leukemia. That year, I lost all my hair (which explains the current state of things) and spent most of my time in the hospital or on my sofa surfing the Internet which is how I was introduced to Chalk Couture.

I have always been artsy and crafty. In high school (many years ago), I took every art and photography class available. During this time, I did a ton of silk screening which is exactly the process Chalk Couture uses! Back in the day, I used a huge wooden frame and changing the screen was not easy or quick! Chalk Couture has developed a great solution for quick and easy silk screening which works so much better than using plain stencils!

Prior to Chalk Couture, I spent my life as a middle school science teacher who taught for a school system outside of Annapolis, Maryland. My AML and treatments left me with diminished energy levels and no stamina to teach adolescent children and I was forced to retire in February 2020 right before the pandemic.

Luckily, I found Chalk Couture, fell in love and started my small business! I signed as a Designer after only two days because I knew it was perfect for me! Over the last few years, when we would be bantering about what we wanted to ‘do when we grow up’, I would always say I want to have my own video channel and do crafty things and decorate all day long! Who knew? It is my current reality! I feel like my world has come full circle and there was definitely some Divine intervention. I kicked cancer’s butt and now I am doing exactly what I LOVE!