Ideas For DIY
Combine staircases with storage. What a clever idea.
I am sure this has been thought of before – but Japanese architect Kotaro Anzai borrowed this technique and created a custom-built kaidan dansu, or staircase cabinet, to connect the living room … Read the rest
This very simple wreath is perfect for fall, with the orange color and touches of burlap–and anyone can make it!
With the blackboard, it also allows for a changing message as the season progresses…from “Hi” to “Fall” to “Boo!” to … Read the rest
This is a great tutorial to make you own Succulent Initial Wreath.
With just a couple of tools required, you can design you own one of a kind statement piece for the patio, yard, or even hang on the front … Read the rest
SOLO recently launched its Up for Anything Design Challenge to help inspire the next design on a Heavy Duty paper plate. Participants can upload an original image to the SOLO Up for Anything Design Challenge tab on Facebook.
The entry … Read the rest
Dutch artist Suzan Drummen designs are a real labor of love. She uses crystals, chromed metal, precious stones, mirrors, and optical glass to create installations on floors that are awe inspiring, creative and visual feasts.
Go check her website for … Read the rest
Collecting driftwood from their last trip to the beach, Creative in Chicago, found enough to make this wonderful piece of art that would not look out of place in a cozy cottage by the sea.
If you want to know … Read the rest
Carolyn of Carolyn’s Home Network shows us that even though you don’t usually associate ribbon with boys you can still make a cool memo board using masculine colors.
According to Carolyn, teens accumulate a lot of stuff and this memo … Read the rest
Amazing clarity and detail makes this wallpaper a real standout.
Normally, I don’t post about things you can buy – after all – this blog is about Homemade and DIY – but you can use this wallpaper to create a … Read the rest
This is a tutorial for a no sew, up-cycled dinning room chair revamped with spray paint and a vintage burlap sack.
Go get the details at boyohboyohboycrafts.com: Upcycled Chair.… Read the rest
Megan, who blogs at rentalrevival.com, writes about the fun DIY things she does in a rental house.
Her latest project is a revival of rental home’s kitchen bench for only a $100!
The transformation is pretty amazing – and considering … Read the rest
Craftbits.com has a new project that is perfect for this changing season. Using an autumn themed button set, the author has created a wall art project that reflects the changing season, and spells out the word: Fall.
The use of … Read the rest
I love this idea of a snowman wreath. And it is so versatile. For winter, dress him up in snow gear. For valentine’s day, add love gear – for Christmas – into Santa hat. You get the idea.
Get the … Read the rest
Living in suburbia and missing the farm? Or just bored of your current decor and wish to inject some style from the farm? Or secretly you’re a farm girl (or boy)?
Then head on over to the livingcreativelyinspired.com: 10 ways … Read the rest
Gather leaves, dip them in wax to hold their colors, and suspend in front of a window. Gorgeous!
When dipped in wax, colorful leaves can be preserved through this season and beyond.
And it creates a stunning effect to greet … Read the rest
Yes – cardboard boxes are everywhere. And I hate to just throw them. So it is great to find this list of 10 DIY ways to use these cardboard boxes in your decor.
I particularly like no. 7! Which one … Read the rest