Several weeks ago I participated in a craft challenge where the company sent a box of various craft supplies and I was to make a project with them. Several other crafters had to do the same thing. Some of those … Read the rest
Staining Wood With Rit Dye
Really? I’ll be honest here, I would have never considered staining wood using Rit Dye. I guess I’ve had it so ingrained in my head that Rit is for fabric that the thought never even occurred to me. But you … Read the rest
DIY Chandelier Planter
I love stumbling across unique yet functional projects. This old chandelier turn planter is exactly that! For under $20 Renee dressed up this old beauty and put it to work. I’ll admit, I will probably never look at my outdated … Read the rest
Faux Chalkboard Herb Pots
This is a project that I made to celebrate spring and my love of herbs. I love to cook and use fresh herbs whenever I can, so having them growing in my kitchen is the ideal situation. Clay pots cam … Read the rest
Rhubarb Stepping Stones
Looking for a creative way to add rustic charm to your backyard or garden path? Rhubarb stepping stones are the perfect blend of nature and craft. Using just a few simple supplies—cement, a round mold like a shallow dish or … Read the rest
Retro Canisters Redo
I bought some really awesome ceramic canisters a little over a year ago. I looked up the name and apparently they sell for around $140. I paid $40 and the money went to a good cause, win/win. However, one of … Read the rest
9 Year Old Builds Cardboard Arcade
There I was, minding my own business, drinking my coffee when I saw a post on Facebook. Seems there’s a little boy named Caine in East L.A. that spent the summer going to work with his dad in the family … Read the rest
8 Spring Flower Crafts
April showers certainly do bring May’s beautiful flowers! Even crafty ones. Here are 8 different ways to create flowers using fabric, nylon, contact paper, tissue paper and more.
1. Fabric Flowers
2. Crepe Paper Roses
3. Tissue Paper and Crepe … Read the rest
Hunger Games Love Quote Sign
Angie used vinyl letters and some old barn wood to create this Hunger Games inspired quote sign. Yes, I’m a fan of the Hunger Games series, having read all three books and seen the movie. But even if it weren’t … Read the rest
Wood-Grain Laptop Wrap
Awesomesauce! I love this so much that I will be looking for some of this to cover my aging laptop. What a unique DIY and a great way to breathe new life into an old “friend”. Luckily Macs last long … Read the rest
Dollar Store Trinket Box Lamp
I am in love with this unique idea for a lamp. Using dollar store wooden trinket boxes and a lamp kit, Lisa created this totally fun and rustic looking functional accent for her home. She’ll even show you how she … Read the rest
Flashlights from Soda Cans and Cereal Boxes
Here’s a fun recycling project, make flashlights from soda cans and cereal boxes! Paul posted a step by step tutorial over at Instructables showing you exactly what you’ll need to do to make these. What a great project for teens, … Read the rest
Build Your On Chicken Coop
Having chickens on your property can bring numerous benefits, including fresh eggs and a connection to the earth. However, if you live within city limits, you may not be allowed to have chickens on your property. This can be a … Read the rest
Antiqued Acid Mirror
Have you seen the acid mirror projects around the internet? Several blogs have tutorials and features, and I’m particularly smitten with what Amy did with hers. She didn’t just create that acid mirror look, she took it further and dressed … Read the rest
Upcycled Garden Tote
Now that spring is here, soon you’ll be out in the garden, planting vegetables, herbs and flowers. That means that eventually those seedlings will be full fledged veggies ready for picking. You’ll need a tote. Something to carry your haul! … Read the rest