Learn how to turn an ordinary paper lantern into a fashionable hanging paper lamp.You can get the scoop over at What Else Michelle — DIY Paper Lamp… Read the rest
Spray-Painted Candy Tins
How many of those cookie and popcorn tins did you end up with after the holidays? Don’t throw them away. Instead, grab your favorite color of spray paint and some pretty ribbon and repurpose them into love storage containers for … Read the rest
Make a Sculpture for Your Fake Plants
This is something that’s perfect for me. My husband always called me a pant murderer in the early years of our marriage. For the first couple of years I tried raising houseplants, but alas I neglected them and they never … Read the rest
How to Make a Hallway Sign
Looking for a fresh design element for your home? I love these do it yourself hallway signs, in fact I have some plaques just like these at home! I feel inspiration coming. Here’s a great project for the new year … Read the rest
Sharpie Marker Love Mug
The other day I posted about a mug that doesn’t use a Sharpie to create its design. Today I’m posting about one that does. This one uses a vinyl stencil as a guide. Fun for Valentine’s Day coming up! Get … Read the rest
Painted Mugs
I’m sure you’ve seen the mugs around the net that use Sharpies for their designs. I haven’t tried them myself but have heard mixed reviews. This design doesn’t use a Sharpie but rather a pen specially designed for ceramic. Get … Read the rest
Chalkboard Christmas Plates
Use thrift store plates and chalkboard paint to add a fun and unique element to your wall. A quick and easy way to add a final touch to your home that will make your guests smile. See it at –>> … Read the rest
DIY Mustache Mugs
Here are some coloured plain mugs I decorated using a glass paint marker.
I couldn’t really say on my blog who these were for because they are a gift for one of my daughter’s friends. It’s a possibility that friend … Read the rest
Transfer Photo Images to a Vase
Have you ever heard of Lazertran paper? I haven’t. But apparently you can use it to transfer a printout to a vase. You soak it and peel off the backing, then transfer it. I’m going to have to look into … Read the rest
Lighted Snowflake Canvas
You’ll be amazed at just how easy this stunning piece of art actually is. I could see adapting this to other holidays and themes as well, not just for Christmas! Get the tutorial at Apartment Therapy –>> How To: Make … Read the rest
Twine Star
Lowes Creative Ideas shows you how to use jute wrapped around a star shaped wooden shim frame to make this nature inspired Christmas decorationFor less than $10.00 it can be hanging in your home today.Get the tutorial here –>> Twine … Read the rest
Gilded Animal Bookends
Here’s a clever idea to dress up a child’s room with some style flair by recycling toys into sharp looking bookends. Get the full instructions over at Nellie Bellie –>> diy gilded animal bookend.… Read the rest
Make Your Own Cork Coasters
I think these coasters are just too fun! I love the simple designs that totally make a statement, and I think these would make wonderful gifts as well. You can get the tutorial over at Lana Red: Cork Coaster DIY… Read the rest
Pretty Breakfast Tray
isn’t it pretty? You can change the paper patterns to suit your tastes, but this would be a wonderful gift for mom or your sister. Would actually make a really nice Mother’s Day gift as well. Tutorial over at Mother … Read the rest
Scented Oil Diffuser
Turn a dollar store vase into a scented oil diffuser with these simple steps. The lovely filler that you see? Dead flower stems from a fall garden cut back. Smart! Get the how to at Dollar Store Crafts — DIY … Read the rest