Check out this video presentation of all the cool road runners Kristy’s uncle makes from railroad spikes. Very creative and too cute! … Read the rest
Make a Life Sized Yard Witch for Halloween
Halloween. According to MSN’s Money Central, and this was two years ago mind you:
“This year, the National Retail Federation expects Americans to spend a record $5.07 billion on costumes, cards, candy and decorations for the holiday, with the average … Read the rest
Saucepan Bird Houses
Do you have any old saucepans laying around? You know the ones, they are all scratched up and need to be replaced. Why not follow Jen’s lead from Tatertots and Jello and turn them into chic little bird houses? Too … Read the rest
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
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
Decoupage Watering Can
Look at what Erin over at Lemon Tree Creations did with a a clearance rack watering can she found at the craft store. Some spray paint and pretty scrapbook paper turned this from drab to fab.
See how Erin made … Read the rest
Shower Caddy to Garden Planter
Genius. Why didn’t I think of that? Don’t you just love this shower caddy turned garden planter? In this particular planter there are succulents planted, but there are a host of possibilities.. think cascading vines, ground cover flowers mixed in … Read the rest
Yard Art – Copper Frog Gazing Ball
Looking for a cool garden accent? Take a look at what Cap Creations did with a bowling ball and some plastic toy frogs! Isn’t that fun?
Get the copper frog ball tutorial over at Blue Cricket Design. Unfortunately blue cricket … Read the rest
Chair to Trellis
I love a trash to treasure story. Keeping things out of landfills is so important for the preservation of our children’s future, and if you can beautify your home in the process, kudos! That’s just what happened over at Learning … Read the rest
Outdoor Furniture Save
Susan at Ashtree Cottage pulled this charming little table and chair out of the trash and gave it new life. It’s amazing what a little paint can do.
See the trash to treasure feature at Ash Tree Cottage.… Read the rest
PB Inspired Armillary for the Yard
Christin at Pregnant with Power Tools recently showed us how to make an amazing armillary out of embroidery hoops to display in your home. This time, Christin went one step further, and using barrel hoops she created this fabulous piece … Read the rest
Make Your Own Tire Swing
I’ve always wanted a tire swing, but never had quite the right tree to hang it in. Therefore, I shall live vicariously through Stephanie Lynn of Under the Table and Dreaming.
See exactly how she did it so you can … Read the rest
8 Easy to Build Fire Pits
I have a fire pit in my backyard. It took over 18 months before the brick came out of its stacked up position and actually into its proper shape. Why? Because I was waiting on a friend to build it … Read the rest