These beautiful mosaic orbs are made from Styrofoam balls! I love how authentic these look and how easy the tutorial seems to be. A perfect accent for a beach theme. You can get the tutorial here.
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Flower Votive Displays
What a simple yet beautiful idea. Martha Stewart’s team sets the outdoor stage with these lovely flower votive holders. Perfect for warm summer evenings on the deck or porch. These would be great indoors as well for a romantic candlelit … Read the rest
Mason Jar Lanterns
It’s no secret that I love luminaries. I like these mason jar lanterns because of the pretty faux blue finish and how they are hanging from the deck overhang, creating a wonderful outdoor ambiance. These aren’t hard to make and … Read the rest
Make Your Own Tablecloth Weights
Doesn’t it drive you crazy when an unruly summer breeze comes along and messes with your picnic tablecloth? The corners are constantly flipping up, or worse, landing in the baked beans. Solve the problem by making these fashionable tablecloth weights … Read the rest
Living Pallet Table
This is an ingenious project, a fabulous way to use an old pallet, add some beauty to your outdoor space, and create a permanent living centerpiece as well. While this was built for the patio, I don’t see any reason … Read the rest
Small Balcony Decorating Hacks – Flower Garden
I’ve been noticing a growing trend in pallet gardens lately—and honestly, I’m loving it. There’s something incredibly satisfying about turning a simple wooden pallet into a vertical garden or flower display. Most of the ones I’ve seen have leaned into … Read the rest
Poolside Pallets
I love how Donna took an old barn door and turned it into not only something functional, but beautiful as well. A great place to hang wet towels from the pool and display a lovely basket of flowers too. But … Read the rest
Paper Bag Party Lights
You know you can always count on the creative team at Martha Stewart to provide clever ideas that look phenomenal. This love string of party lights made from colorful paper bags is no exception. So when planning your next party, … Read the rest
Make Hanging Planters
Who knew tin cans could look so pretty? A simple project that looks wonderful hanging on your porch or patio, you can make these in an afternoon and spruce up that little area looking for some love. You can head … Read the rest
Making Bird Feeders For Your Garden
Design Dazzle is hosting a summer camp series of craft posts. One of those projects include these adorable birdseed
shapes perfect for hanging out for your feathered friends. The kids will love it and they look beautiful hanging out in … Read the rest
An Old Swing Set Revamped
We’ve all heard the saying “it’s amazing what a coat of paint can do”. It’s so true, isn’t it? A can of spray paint can really do wonders and give old, worn out items a whole new lease on life. … Read the rest
Cool Junky Birdhouse
Accessorized with an old door knob, a rusty switch plate and lots of other rusty goodness, this junky birdhouse is way too cool. I love the use of all the old items to make something eclectic and fun! Head on … Read the rest
Paint a Plastic Picnic Table
Next time you see one of those plastic kid’s picnic tables at a garage sale, you know that sun faded $1.00 beauty, you might not want to pass it by. Just take a look at what a little imagination and … Read the rest
Hanging Bird Feeder from Cheerios
Your fine feathered friends can lower their cholesterol too! Ok ha ha, I know, don’t quit my day job right? I love Stephanie Lynn’s bird feeder made from Cheerios! Such a great project to make with the kids, perfect for … Read the rest
Masking Tape Decorative Glasses
Jazz up your glassware for your next party or barbecue. Great for a wedding or baby shower too. These decorative ideas are not permanent, making clean up easy and allowing you to change the look of your glassware for any … Read the rest