It’s easy and cheap to upholster a box spring if bed skirts aren’t your thing.
Sarah from WhileTheySnooze shows you how: Upholster a box spring.… Read the rest
Spooky Halloween Spider Web Wreath
Did someone say Halloween?
This is a fun an easy way to make wreath perfect to liven up your front door. Just in time for Halloween! All you need are basic Halloween supplies of plastic spiders
and cobwebs
.
Go … Read the rest
How to make Chicken Wire Ghosts
I couldn’t find the how-to for making the ghost shown in the picture above – but I did find something on the diynetwork that comes pretty close. Well close enough to give you an idea.
What a perfect way to … Read the rest
Button Wall Art For Fall
Craftbits.com has a new project that is perfect for this changing season. Using an autumn themed button set, the author has created a wall art project that reflects the changing season, and spells out the word: Fall.
The use of … Read the rest
DIY Snowman Wreath: Versatile and fun!
I love this idea of a snowman wreath. And it is so versatile. For winter, dress him up in snow gear. For valentine’s day, add love gear – for Christmas – into Santa hat. You get the idea.
Get the … Read the rest
Project for Fall: Hanging Leaves
Gather leaves, dip them in wax to hold their colors, and suspend in front of a window. Gorgeous!
When dipped in wax, colorful leaves can be preserved through this season and beyond.
And it creates a stunning effect to greet … Read the rest
Owl Wreath Using Fall leaves and Feathers
It’s actually, who’s there owl wreath.
And it is very clever and looks amazing – especially for Halloween.
An idea that started out with using some canning jars ended with this wreath.
If you’re as intrigued as I am – … Read the rest
Coolest Halloween Door
A great idea for Halloween night – using just felt bats. Our Felting editor found this in a mag and has linked you to a bat felt pattern so you can make your own.
Go check out Linda’s post on … Read the rest
Recycled Wine Bottle Idea
Providing a great centerpiece idea for a glittery party, this recycled wine glass has been made into a beautiful table decoration with silver leaves.
Go get the dull details on how it was done at craftbits.com: recycled wine bottle to … Read the rest
Epsom Salt Luminaries
Update:
We have a tutorial on creating your own epsom salt luminaries on CraftBits:
One of the tips I have learned with Epsom salts is to actually be careful where you spill it, it can absorb water if … 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
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
Sharpie Tie-Dyed Fireworks Napkins
This is such a fun project for the 4th of July and so creative and colorful! I spoke with the designer and she said she did her research for anyone who may be concerned about using these decorated napkins in … Read the rest
I Pledge Allegiance Patriotic Sign
Even though I’m British born, I was raised from a toddler in the great United States of America. I hold the Pledge of Allegiance very dear to my heart and am proud to stand and recite whenever called to. This … 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