Summer is almost over, so this is a great time to collect those crafting supplies that nature is done with. Time to collect acorns, discarded bark, and yes, some driftwood. The other day I featured the amazing life sized Driftwood … Read the rest
Vintage Window Transformation
I recently discovered a blog called Brambleberry Cottage. The photos in the blog header alone captured my attention. When I saw the transformation this 100-year old window took I knew I had to share it with you all.
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4 Cool Number Projects
I’m loving the use of numbers on everything from front doors to furniture. What a great look and it works on just about anything. I could see having to exercise control here though, otherwise everything in your house might end … Read the rest
Glass Glittered Pear Bowl Fillers
While I don’t do as many prim crafts as I used to, I still love to look at them, get inspiration from them, and sometimes buy them. Fall is coming quickly and the prim projects at the craft shows are … Read the rest
Starburst Twig Wreath
I’m in love with this wreath. It would look totally fabulous hanging in my bathroom! A great project using nature as a medium.
Head over to The Painted Hive to see how Kristine made this starburst twig wreath.… Read the rest
Gum Frame
Yes, it’s a frame covered in gum. How fun! I could see using different colored gum pieces and making a funky mosaic.
Stop by and see the gum frame over at Oops I Craft My Pants.… Read the rest
Customize Knobs and Drawer Pulls
A little over a week ago I featured Kristine’s gorgeous cabinet makeover. The knobs on that cabinet were pretty unique and many wanted to know how she did it.
Stop over and see Kristine’s tutorial on customizing knobs and … Read the rest
Ruler Sunburst Mirror
Sunburst mirrors always remind me of my aunt’s house. I wasn’t a big fan until I saw this yardstick version over at Made by Stephie. Stephie took a mirror, some bamboo skewers and rulers and put them together to make … Read the rest
Old World Coasters
I love the vintage feel of these coaster made by Kara over at Mine for the Making. She took a fifty-cent package of coasters, some Mod Podge and pretty scrapbook paper and went to work.
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12 Fun Letter Initial Craft Projects
Seems that initials, monograms and family letters are all the rage right now. There are some really cute ways to express your creativity, here are just a few examples. If you know of others, feel free to leave a link … Read the rest
Wall Art Redo
Donna over at My Shabby Chateau took some garage sale frames that were dated and old and turned them into this pretty litlte shabby chic pieces of art.
Come see Donna’s transformation of her shabby chic wall art at My … Read the rest
Subway Art Violin
How cool – not only is this a unique and interesting piece, it was put together to benefit a local symphony school. Subway art is awesome, and I have featured several subway art projects previously, but this violin is the … Read the rest
Mirrored Vase
Heidi Smith over at Budget Wise Home took a thrift store vase and a few packs of mirrors from the craft store and created this stylish mirrored vase.
See how Heidi made this mirrored vase at Budget Wise Home.… Read the rest
Make Your Own Creamware
Madigan Made has a wonder post on how to create your own creamware. Creamware can be pretty pricey, but if you follow Madigan’s instructions and shop at the thrift stores, you can have your own wall of lovely creamware.
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DIY: How to Paint Wood Blinds
I stopped by Robin’s blog, All Things Heart and Home and found a great tutorial on how to paint wood blinds. Wood blinds are costly, so if you have them and they need a pick me up, do it yourself! … Read the rest