The craze of subway art canvases doesn’t seem to be going away. And why should it? These canvases with inspirational quotes are both personal and emotive.
The only problem so far was that these quotes were hard to personalize and … Read the rest
How to Frame a Bathroom Mirror
After finishing and sharing her bathroom makeover earlier, the pin junkie has come back and told us what started the bathroom makeover in the first place: the framing of the mirror!
She has finally finished this makeover and she shares … Read the rest
How to grow your own garlic
To be honest with you, growing my own garlic was a topic that I had never ever contemplated doing. Seriously? Those things are like a 100 for a $1 at the supermarket. Why would you grow your own?
I suppose … Read the rest
Painted French Linen Table Runner
The homemademom (also known as Val) has transformed an ordinary outdoor table that used to look like this:
To a spectacular faux French linen inspired theme:
With the use of some primer, spray paint and enamel the transformation is nothing … Read the rest
Lego Business Card Holder
The simplicity of this idea amazes me. What a great way to get your kids involved in making something for dad’s office. And it is actually practical as well (unlike – ahem – some of the other kids crafts).
What … Read the rest
DIY Backyard Pizza Oven
I don’t know anyone who doesn’t like pizza, especially since you can customize it to suit any taste buds. I like my pizza with anchovies and a nice crisp bottom. I even love the slightly burnt smoky taste that … Read the rest
String Gardens
There are gardens and then there are string gardens. These gardens by the Amsterdam based artist Fedor Van Der Valk are a work of art. His work is on display in cafes and shops around his home town and you … Read the rest
8 Creative Gumboot and Croc Shoe Planters
I recall when I was around 12 I wanted to plant some herbs in my brothers old gym shoes. My parents looked at me with those “Oh you’re so creative but weird” eyes. Perhaps it was the fact they were … Read the rest
OMG! Paint Chip Flag For 4th Of July
How creative is this!
Jenn of EndlesslyInspired created this paint chip flag for 4th of July and I must say, it is one extraordinary piece of art!
It looks a lot of work, but with kids helping, I am pretty … Read the rest
Top 9 DIY Lampshades
Here are this weeks top DIY lampshades from around the internet. These projects are sure to inspire you from the boring normality of plain store bought lamps into something creatively wonderful.
1: Jute Wrapped Shade by Handmadehome
2: Plastic cup … Read the rest
Cutting Boards on Legs
This isn’t a DIY project, sorry. But, for those of you that love to create knock offs of get inspired by something, here’s a project in the making for your entertaining needs. These are cutting boards… on legs. Can’t be … Read the rest
DIY Cooler Stand
Seriously! This is awesome. It doesn’t have to be for Father’s Day either, although that’s what this particular cooler stand was, a Father’s Day gift. Wouldn’t this be a great addition to your backyard? I love it! Check it out … Read the rest
USA Pallet Flag
Today, like yesterday, I’m feeling a bit patriotic. I stumbled across this flag over at PB&J Stories where Pamela made a fun and rustic American flag to decorate for the 4th of July. She mentions that she doesn’t really decorate … Read the rest
Crib Mattress Spring American Flag
Any idea what this cool flag used to be? Well, I guess I kind of gave it away in the title of the post, huh? 😉 This creative crafter took an old crib bed spring and turned up into a … Read the rest
12 Coastal Decorating Ideas
Hi! I’m Colleen with Just Paint It and I’m so happy to be here at Craft Gossip today! With summer here, I wanted to share some coastal decorating ideas. I’ve never been fortunate to live by the beach, even though … Read the rest