Leave it to Martha to come up with something so simple yet so elegant that they make a dramatic statement. These beautiful candles would be perfect for Valentine’s Day, or change the colors to use for any occasion! See the … Read the rest
Dodecahedron Star Lantern
This caught my eye as soon as I saw it, I’m always drawn in by things that glow. A dodecahedron is a three dimensional shape with twelve equal pentagonal faces. I didn’t do very well in Geometry class, so it’s … Read the rest
9 Candle and Candle Holder Projects
There’s something about the warm glow of a candle that soothes me. It doesn’t even have to be scented, just the soft flicker of the flame calms me and makes me feel warm and fuzzy. You don’t have to actually … Read the rest
Yarn Wrapped Luminaries
Take some old tin cans, some scrap yarn and some tea lights, and you can create a lovely display for any time of the year. Perfect for a holiday table, birthday celebration or maybe even a romantic dinner. Get the … Read the rest
Epsom Salt Luminaries
I don’t really like to share my own craft projects here, I’ve told you that before. But sometimes I make something that I’m just so happy with, I can’t help but want to yell it from the mountaintops! Ok, that’s … Read the rest
Pinecone Hurricane Vases
Martha Stewart shows how you can dress up a simple glass hurricane vase with some pinecones and ribbon. if you look closely, they aren’t just pinecones, but rather flowers made from pinecones.… Read the rest
Vintage Milk Jug
Kristen from Kristen Duke Photography turned this old rusty milk jug into a beautiful addition to her front porch. Kristen was a contestant in Crafting with the Stars and worked closely with Lorie from Be Different Act Normal. I … Read the rest
Pumpkin Bird Feeder
Oh Martha you’ve done it again! I’m not really sure how long this would last before rotting, but what a fun idea anyway! When it turns yukky, stick it in the compost bin.
Get the pumpkin bird feeder how to… Read the rest
Cute Little Owl Swag
Look at these adorable little owls I spotted over at Purple Paisley Pinwheels. Aren’t they cute? Hang them on a door handle, use as a shelf sitter, put them in a bowl or a basket, or attach to a swag … Read the rest
Making Roses out of Maple Leaves
Could these be any more gorgeous and unique?? I am absolutely in love with these roses that Beth over at The Stories of A to Z made from fallen maple leaves. She followed a tutorial in Russian from a site … Read the rest
10 Ways To Use Mason Jars in Your Home
I came across a marvelous collection of ways to use mason jars over at Frugal with a Flourish. I know that many of us collect empty jars just waiting for inspiration to strike, well Jess has done the legwork … Read the rest
Birch Pumpkins
I love these, they are so cool. Judy over at In His Grip will show you how to take an artificial pumpkin and cover it in birch bark for this unique and rustic autumn display. … Read the rest
Easy Fall Centerpiece
I am in love with the beauty of this centerpiece that Allison put together over at House of Hepworths. Such an inexpensive project with spectacular results. Nicely done.… Read the rest
Making a Log Bench
Amber Lou from The Paisley Cupcake has a step by step tutorial on her blog that shows you how to make this bench. She warns you that it’s not an easy project and requires some special tools, but if you … Read the rest
Halloween Crafts Round Up
Are you guys getting tired of seeing all the pumpkin ideas and wreath crafts I’ve been featuring? I still have more in my arsenal 😉 but for now I’ll share some other fun projects I found for Halloween. I’m sad … Read the rest