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Bird Nest Napkin Rings

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Bird Nest Napkin RingsNothing says spring more than a nest full of bird eggs just waiting to hatch. Shannon has captured that springtime scene in these adorable little napkin rings. Perfect for a spring brunch or afternoon tea! Get the tutorial at Cozy … Read the rest

Faux Chalkboard Herb Pots

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Faux Chalkboard Herb PotsThis is a project that I made to celebrate spring and my love of herbs. I love to cook and use fresh herbs whenever I can, so having them growing in my kitchen is the ideal situation. Clay pots cam … Read the rest

Retro Canisters Redo

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Retro Canisters RedoI bought some really awesome ceramic canisters a little over a year ago. I looked up the name and apparently they sell for around $140. I paid $40 and the money went to a good cause, win/win. However, one of … Read the rest

Victorian Egg Place Cards

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Victorian Egg Place CardsI’m not sure whether Carolyn intended these beautiful place cards to have a Victorian look to them, but they do. And they are just lovely! She’s been taking special care as she’s been using eggs in the kitchen, cracking them … Read the rest

Etched Glass Spice Bottles

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Etched Glass Spice BottlesThese spice storage bottles were once Starbucks drink bottles. This project is a perfect example of how to recycle items you might have otherwise thrown away. Instead of tossing them in the trash bin, give them another purpose like these … Read the rest

Turn a Trophy into a Cupcake Stand

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Turn a Trophy into a Cupcake StandCathe has created something brilliant. This cupcake stand was constructed from old trophies! Genius really. When someone can look at an item and see something totally different, that’s creativity coursing through their veins. Head over to Just Something I Made … Read the rest

Barn Wood Coasters

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Barn Wood CoastersOld barn wood, pallets, and just about anything rustic is pretty dang cool in my book. These coasters are made from old barn wood and have been stamped, giving them a fun and charming look. Janelle’s instructions are all of … Read the rest

Magnetic Organizational Board

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Magnetic Organizational BoardWhat do you get when you combine an old frame, a sheet of magnetic metal, and some decorative radiator covering? Well if you’re Shelley and Cason from The House of Smiths, you’d get this fabulous organizational board! While it might … Read the rest

DIY Holiday Tableware

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DIY Holiday TablewareToday I’m tooting my own horn, but gosh darn it I just am really happy with how these turned out! I used Martha Stewart’s new multi surface paints, which if allowed to cure for 21 days are dishwasher safe and … Read the rest

Thankful Tablecloth

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Thankful TableclothI love this tablecloth, what a fun concept and so many possibilities. Personalize it to your family, or make one with seasonal words and keep it more general. Either way, definitely a fun idea. See it at Blue Cricket Design … Read the rest