This is one my favorite projects this year. Every year I make new ornaments for my tree, but these are definitely at the top of the list. I received a 2-liter bottle full of rejected keys from a hardware store, … Read the rest
Gilded Animal Bookends
Here’s a clever idea to dress up a child’s room with some style flair by recycling toys into sharp looking bookends. Get the full instructions over at Nellie Bellie –>> diy gilded animal bookend.… Read the rest
Woodworking Projects with Ana White
Hey all you Ana White fans out there, here’s a great post over at Craft Foxes interviews Ana. They talk about easy woodworking projects you can make for yourself. Check it out at Craft Foxes — Handmade Conversations — Easy … Read the rest
Make Your Own Cork Coasters
I think these coasters are just too fun! I love the simple designs that totally make a statement, and I think these would make wonderful gifts as well. You can get the tutorial over at Lana Red: Cork Coaster DIY… Read the rest
Pretty Breakfast Tray
isn’t it pretty? You can change the paper patterns to suit your tastes, but this would be a wonderful gift for mom or your sister. Would actually make a really nice Mother’s Day gift as well. Tutorial over at Mother … Read the rest
Scented Oil Diffuser
Turn a dollar store vase into a scented oil diffuser with these simple steps. The lovely filler that you see? Dead flower stems from a fall garden cut back. Smart! Get the how to at Dollar Store Crafts — DIY … Read the rest
Frosted Tree Ornament
Have you been following along with DecoArt’s 12 Days of Christmas? They are posted a new project each day and this cute frosted ornament is really fun. I was just in Target the other night and they had glass ornaments … Read the rest
Santa Hat Pillow
Add a little holiday cheer to your living room with this accent pillow made from a Santa hat! Easy instructions, and get your supplies from the dollar store. Head over to Dollar Store Crafts for the how to –>> Make … Read the rest
Nativity Stocking Holders
I’m really loving this set of do it yourself stocking holders. The nativity scene is simple but lovely and I adore the rustic edges too. There’s a tutorial for these over at Ucreate, don’t miss it –>> DIY Nativity Stocking … Read the rest
Antique Clay Pot Christmas Snowman Ornaments
I made these this year because I can’t seem to pull myself away from the vintage and antique look. I don’t want my house drenched in it, but little touches here and there just make me smile. Snowmen are a … Read the rest
Glitter in Glass Christmas Tree
How many times have you seen one of these little glass Christmas tree candy holders? Maybe you even own one or two! I have to say that I never thought to dress one up like this, but it’s perfectly wonderful … Read the rest
Book Christmas Tree
What a simple yet brilliant idea! You don’t have to be a book lover to appreciate the element of design that this creative Christmas tree adds to a room. Check it out and see her inspiration here –>> A Book … Read the rest
Love Bird Ornament
I was browsing Google+ and saw this adorable ornament made by Angie over at The Country Chic Cottage. It’s so cute and while you could do any color that you like, I am really loving the silver. Head over to … Read the rest
Jingle Bell Adorned Napkin Rings
Need a fun and festive idea to dress up your holiday table this year? Looking for something a little different but totally on the money? Try out these beautiful napkin rings adorned with jingle bells from Sand and Sisal. So … Read the rest
Snow Time Penguin Ornament
How sweet is this penguin ornament from DecoArt!? I love the simple design and have you ever seen one of those flat glass ornaments before? I haven’t, and will definitely be looking for them! Get the tutorial here–>> DecoArt’s 12 … Read the rest