I don’t quite understand Tumblr (the blogging platform). There are never any instructions for anything – just pictures. It could just be me.
But when I saw this crazy idea for a woodwork coat hanger – I had to post … Read the rest
A rustic garden shed transformation
Donna, from FunkyJunkyInteriors, has written a 4 part series on how she transformed an old cow shed. She used some old crates for a flowerbox, some rusty tools for decorations and many more simple hand me downs.
The result is … Read the rest
DIY Huge Photo Wall
I absolutely love this idea. It is simple and the only time consuming task is the selection of photos.
Go get this tute from itsalwaysautumn! Huge DIY Photo Wall.… Read the rest
Upcycle a Headboard, Footboard To A Potting Bench
This is a simple idea that turns a headboard/footboard into an effective potting bench.
Head over to OverTheBigMoon.com where they created this clever outdoor DIY craft.
This tutorial shows you how to make a DIY Headboard, headboards are a … Read the rest
Easy DIY Decorated Towels
Leigh says: Everyone loves fluffy new towels, but you easily can make them a fun, unique gift by embellishing them with a band of fabric. It’s a great present for a new mom, or a thoughtful hostess gift! Perfect for … Read the rest
DIY Standing Desk
Standing desks are hugely popular right now. The idea is that they are more productive than sitting ones.
But they normally cost a bundle.
Jessica of the warfieldfamily shows you how to make your own standing desk for less than … Read the rest
DIY Lampshade
Jade and Fern have another great idea up their sleeve! And this one is easy and creative.
Learn to make a lampshade (that is a really bright idea!).… Read the rest
Create a Vintage Looking Photo Frame
The PinningMama shows you how to DIY a vintage looking frame in no time at all. All you need is a bottles of paint, a few brushes and of course, a frame.
Go get her tutorial on this DIY vintage … Read the rest
DIY Deck Garden
Absolutely love this idea. And so simple as well!
Michelle of StitchWishDesigns has created a herb/vegetable garden for the deck and I love the simplicity and the no-messiness of it.
Go get details of the DIY Deck Garden.… Read the rest
Interview with Melina Raissina
Editor’s Note: American Craft Council‘s Make Room: Modern Design Meets Craft project during the Aug 2-4 show at San Francisco will showcase works from nine interior designers and architects that will create room settings inspired by fine craft pieces … Read the rest
Chair Makeover
Jenna of SewHappyGeek, reviews the book Contemporary Upholstery by Hannah Stanton and in the process actually converts an old chair to look kindda groovy!
Here is the old chair.
and here is the cool, upholstered one.
Read her full review … Read the rest
The Best Outdoor Swings That You Can Actually Make DIY
Face it. Most of the swings that you find on these DIY websites require a team of carpenters and skilled trade people to put together.
We don’t have them on call, unless, you’re married to one of them.
So here … Read the rest
DIY Metallic Faceted Wood Doorknob
Design-Milk has a wonderful tutorial for modernizing those tired looking doorknobs.
The tute, created by Meg Kremner, turns everyday wood cubes into these stunning knobs with the minimum of tools involved.
It is a fun, easy idea and you should … Read the rest
DIY Snack Crate
I really should have thought of this. But Mindi from mylove2create beat me to it.
Well, my loss is your gain. She created a snack crate to feed her six kids in between meal times.
Go find out how she … Read the rest
10 DIY Dog Beds You Can Make Yourself
Trawling through Pinterest, it must be obvious that a lot of DIY ideas are just pictures that don’t link anywhere or don’t have any decent instructions behind them. So we decided to do something about that. We have gone through … Read the rest