This fun clock was made by folding up an IKEA catalog accordion style and gluing it to a disk. Fun stuff! See the Accordion-style recycled magazine clock at La Casa de Crafts.… Read the rest
Antique Cameo Napkin Ring
These lovely napkin rings would be perfect for tea or any other gathering that needs prettying up. Check out the Antique Cameo Napkin Ring at JosieJones & Company.… Read the rest
Rock and Driftwood Welcome Sign
The moment I saw this I loved it. Makes me want to head out in the backyard and find as many smooth stones as I can and start painting them! And the driftwood is a perfect vase. So wonderful. Check … Read the rest
Scrapbook Paper USA Map
This awesome map of the United States is made from scrapbook paper. I love how colorful and unique this is. Great idea! See it at My Life and Kids: Tutorial: USA Map out of Scrapbook Paper.… Read the rest
Scrabble Tiles Wall Art
Here’s a fun way to dress up an empty wall and create a major conversation piece as well. Wouldn’t it be cool if the letters could be changed? Tracy posted this picture of her friend’s wall on Tracy’s Trinkets and … Read the rest
Distressed Maps on Canvas
I love this. Really I do. In fact, I have a very similar project in mind with an awesome map poster I picked up at a flea market recently. These look great and let’s face it, I’m smitten with maps … Read the rest
Outdoor Storage box Trunk Makeover
I love this quick bench makeover. While these heavy duty plastic trunks and storage cabinets are very sturdy and do a great job, they certainly aren’t very pretty. Check out this “prettied up” bench over at Random Thoughts of a … Read the rest
Paint Chip Skyline
What a cool use of paint chips. I love how they were used to create a skyline silhouette. Check out the post at the ambitious procrastinator: Crafting With Ali: Paint Chip Art.… Read the rest
Poolside Pallets
I love how Donna took an old barn door and turned it into not only something functional, but beautiful as well. A great place to hang wet towels from the pool and display a lovely basket of flowers too. But … Read the rest
DIY Wooden Wall Art
Swoon! This is so totally my style. I just love, love, love the rustic look and the beachy colors, and of course the simplicity of this project. A brilliant looking beach mosaic made up of different pieces of wood painted … Read the rest
Paint Chip Note Pads
Just when you think you’ve seen all the ways there are to use and reuse paint chips, something else comes along that makes you smile. I love the colors of these adorable note pads. With school starting in a little … Read the rest
An Old Swing Set Revamped
We’ve all heard the saying “it’s amazing what a coat of paint can do”. It’s so true, isn’t it? A can of spray paint can really do wonders and give old, worn out items a whole new lease on life. … Read the rest
Repurposed: A Toy Box
Guess what this was in its former life? Would you believe a kitchen cabinet? I love how this old junky cabinet was repurposed into something useful and fun. Head over to A Little Bit of Everything to see the transformation … Read the rest
Cool Junky Birdhouse
Accessorized with an old door knob, a rusty switch plate and lots of other rusty goodness, this junky birdhouse is way too cool. I love the use of all the old items to make something eclectic and fun! Head on … Read the rest
Inspiration: Photo Gallery Walls
Need a little inspiration when it comes to hanging your photos? Here are some fun ideas to help get your creative juices flowing. Having a cutting machine is a big bonus for a couple of these designs, but not required. … Read the rest