I’m sure you’ve seen those little battery operated tea lights? They are great for luminary jars on a windy evening or for kid’s projects as there’s no real flame. I came across this fun project at Weddingbee yesterday and knew … Read the rest
Woven Vintage Map Basket
There are some great projects made from outdated, or even vintage maps. I mentioned in my post about the map coasters that each year new atlases are printed and thousands of outdated ones are tossed or (hopefully) recycled. I’ve been … Read the rest
String Tree Wall Mural
Artist Kathryn Anderson turned a plain wall into this amazing work of art using push pins and yarn. Re-Nest has a feature in their Home Hacks section where they’ll tell you how to do it too.
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Light Fixture Terrariums
One of the latest trash to treasure projects out there is to take an old, dated light fixture and turn it into something like a decorative PB inspired lantern or even use some colored Mod Podgee to make a … Read the rest
Chandelier Makeover
It’s hard to believe that this pretty chandelier was once an outdated thrift store rescue. From brassy and dated to chic and girly, this chandelier has taken on new life.
See the chandelier makeover at A Little of This, A … Read the rest
Modern Spectrum Mobile
Planning a party, wedding, baby shower, or any other celebration that needs something different and fun? Try these beautifully simple modern spectrum mobiles from Project Wedding. These are made from vellum and you can pick and choose any color theme, … Read the rest
Pretty Fabric Flowers
Snowy Bliss has a great tutorial for making these stunning fabric flowers. I just want a huge bouquet on my kitchen table right now! If you change the fabric colors, they’d be perfect for fall too, a great Thanksgiving bouquet … Read the rest
Driftwood City
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