This fire pit uses the same stone that we used in ours. They are perfect for it as they are made to form a circle. This fire pit is about the half the size of ours (in diameter) but has … Read the rest
Rusty Sun Catcher
How fun is this?? Take a broken, rusty old rake and add some pretty baubles. Now you have a unique suncatcher for your backyard or porch. When rusty meets pretty so many good things happen. Head over to Queen of … Read the rest
Plant Markers from Old Spoons
I’ve featured several plant markers in the past, so when I stumbled across this charming idea from Artsy VaVa I knew I had to share it. I really love the look of these old spoons with the hand drawn designs. … Read the rest
DIY Weathered Look Beach Sign
Beach decor is very popular, probably because of its tranquil effect on people. There’s something about seashells and imagining the roar of the ocean that just makes you feel more relaxed. Here’s a great beach inspired sign that’s been given … Read the rest
How to Make a Windowbox
Want window boxes but don’t want to pay someone to install them for you? How about making your own from scratch! Here’s a great step by step tutorial that will take you from start to finish. Before you know it … Read the rest
DIY Flower Box
Need a creative way to make a statement on your front porch? Head over to your local thrift store, find an old nightstand or side table, add some paint and a painted flower box and you’ll have something as charming … Read the rest
6 Creative Garden Ideas
Welcome to our latest roundup article! As the weather is still cold and unpredictable in southeast Wisconsin, it’s the perfect time to start planning and getting inspired for your garden. Even though the farmers are finally dropping seeds in the … Read the rest
6 Crafts for the Birds and Squirrels
As the long winter days come to an end, the arrival of spring brings about a renewed sense of energy and activity in nature. One of the first signs of this transformation is the flurry of activity from outdoor critters. … Read the rest
Beautiful Painted Rocks
Rashmie from Mommy Labs submitted these beautiful painted rocks to me. She said “I hand-painted painted these pebbles/rocks that we found during a nature walk. I’ve used various styles of painting and used different materials – like acrylic paint, water-proof … Read the rest
Spring Vases in a Frame
Isn’t this rustic and beautiful? I love the look of the chicken wire, the distressed frames and the soft beauty of the flowers all mingled together. This arrangement would look lovely inside your home or in an outdoor seating area. … Read the rest
Faux Stone Planter
Using a combination of sponge painting, black washing and splattering, find out how to turn a boring plastic planter into one that looks like concrete or stone, but without the hefty price tag (not to mention the He-Man weight!). Get … Read the rest
Wired Button Decorative Accents
Back in January I came across this post from Corey at Life with Little Ones. She shows you several different ways to use some wire and several buttons to create pretty and whimsical decorations on old cans, door knobs, and … Read the rest
6 Great Ideas for Potted Plants
It’s definitely spring. One day it’s cold, the next day it’s warm, snow, rain, clouds, sun. While it’s not warm enough here to start planting outside yet, the birds are definitely chirping and building nests and some of the bulbs … Read the rest
6 Fresh Garden Ideas for Spring
I’m posting this in an effort to ward off the cold weather spirits and bring some sun and warmth to southeast Wisconsin! Sheesh, enough already with the temps in the 30’s! I am so itching to plant some herbs and … Read the rest
Potting Bench Makeover
Tracy’s husband made this potting bench for her several years ago. Last year she thought about painting it, but decided not to for fear she wouldn’t be happy with it. Just recently she gave it an awesome makeover using a … Read the rest