Head over to the thrift store and find yourself a cool glass lamp. Grab an inexpensive lamp shade and a lamp kit and make your own custom lighting for your living room. Check out this pretty lamp over at You’re … Read the rest
Button Clock
Inspired by Pinterest, this clock was made from an embroidery hoop and buttons. I featured the original in a clock round up last year but like Valerie, I wasn’t able to find a tutorial. Luckily for us, Valerie created one … Read the rest
Pallet Coat Rack
I’m a big fan of pallet projects. Here’s another great idea for recycled old pallets, make a coat rack! Head over to My Li’l Pumpkin Patch to get the full Pallet Coat Rack {Tutorial}.… Read the rest
Guest Post: Thanksgiving Trivia Cornucopia
I have a real treat for you today! I’ve contacted a handful of talented crafters and asked them to create a project just for you, so keep your eyes peeled for some fun guest tutorials! Our first guest poster is … Read the rest
DIY Canvas Map Art
I’m sure you’ve figured out by now that I love maps. I’m always on the look out for some new map craft or home decor project, and today I came across this fun canvas grouping on Creative Juices for Decor. … Read the rest
Starry Bedroom Light
Inspired by something she had pinned on Pinterest, Tamsyn made this fun star themed light fixture for her son’s bedroom. See the post here at Max and Me — Pinterest Challenge.… Read the rest
Tin Can Utensil Holders
Here’s a fun way to hold your utensils, with recycled cans you’ve used in your kitchen! The DIY Network has several other ideas for fun storage solutions here — Clever Organizers: Can the Clutter : Home Improvement : DIY Network… Read the rest
Curtain Room Divider
My two boys share a room in the basement. It’s actually a really big room, perfect for a den or man cave, but we needed the room for them. Ideally I’d like to create some separation, but putting in a … Read the rest
Pretty Painted Pumpkins
Wow, I’ve seen a lot of pumpkin designs, adornments and designs, but these are probably the prettiest I have seen. I found these at Alisa Burke’s blog. Watch as she shows you how she created these beautiful designs using Tulip … Read the rest
Sock Snowmen
Sock snowmen have been around for a really long time. But these are probably some of the cutest ones I’ve ever seen. I just want to squeeze them! If you’ve never made one, there’s a great tutorial here — Then … Read the rest
Personalized Photo Placemats
Sarah sent me this link way back in June and it got lost in my emails. What great timing for me to stumble across it again with Thanksgiving right around the corner! She’ll show you how to make these fun … Read the rest
Embroidery Hoop Turkey
This adorable turkey is made from embroidery hoops and would make a great decoration for your Thanksgiving holiday get together. Traveling for the holiday Make this and give it as a hostess gift! Get the how to from Gwenny Penny … Read the rest
Oil Jar Photo Display
I’m totally loving this idea. Mason jar + Olive + Photograph = an awesome photo display for your home. What a great gift idea! See it at — DIY: Photographs in Oil « The Funky Bear.… Read the rest
Organizing Tools with a Rake
How brilliant is this? I love how simple but smart this is. Found this on Do It Yourself via Pinterest. — Outdoor Ideas – Accents – Garden Display – Do It Yourself.… Read the rest
Floral Tiara
This pretty tiara is made from dollar store flowers and some hot glue. A wonderful tiara for a little girl’s dress up, or great for a Halloween costume. Or heck, just for fun and being girly! See how to make … Read the rest