I came across this lovely post showing how Elizabeth used some chicken wire and an old thrift store drying rack to make this charming photo display. You can check out her post at Just following Jesus in my real life…: … Read the rest
Make Your Own Wooden Lap Desks
Becky has become known as the roadkill rescuer due to all the fabulous projects she has created from other people’s trash. Today’s post is no exception and is just in time for back to school. Becky saved a couple of … Read the rest
Flower Votive Displays
What a simple yet beautiful idea. Martha Stewart’s team sets the outdoor stage with these lovely flower votive holders. Perfect for warm summer evenings on the deck or porch. These would be great indoors as well for a romantic candlelit … Read the rest
Mason Jar Lanterns
It’s no secret that I love luminaries. I like these mason jar lanterns because of the pretty faux blue finish and how they are hanging from the deck overhang, creating a wonderful outdoor ambiance. These aren’t hard to make and … Read the rest
Make a Mod Podge Map Lamp
Amy from Mod Podge
Rocks has done it again! This time she’s busy covering a lamp that’s worthy of a man’s stamp of approval. So whether it’s for a man room or your living room, this vintage looking modern map … Read the rest
Make Your Own Tablecloth Weights
Doesn’t it drive you crazy when an unruly summer breeze comes along and messes with your picnic tablecloth? The corners are constantly flipping up, or worse, landing in the baked beans. Solve the problem by making these fashionable tablecloth weights … Read the rest
Make a Junk Drawer Organizer
Who doesn’t have one of those awful junk drawers? You know the one… it doesn’t want to shut after you open it, you can rarely find what you are looking for but you “know it’s in there”! Yeah that’s the … Read the rest
Living Pallet Table
This is an ingenious project, a fabulous way to use an old pallet, add some beauty to your outdoor space, and create a permanent living centerpiece as well. While this was built for the patio, I don’t see any reason … Read the rest
Rustic Bathroom Sign
Gotta love this rustic bathroom sign over at the awesome blog, Girl in Air. I am still trying to decide if I want one of these or vinyl lettering addressing my bathroom door, I think they are both awesome options. … Read the rest
Paisley Clock
DIY Wooden Dice
I was over at the blog The 36th Avenue the other day and came across these totally cool dice. Aren’t they rockin’? I’m picturing these in a game room or man cave, or even in the living room for all … Read the rest
Faux Zinc Letters
Make some cool looking faux bookends by following the tutorial over at head above water.… Read the rest
Fun Family Crafts: New Blog
Is it okay if I toot my own horn for a minute? I’ve been busy in the background building a site. A library of family friendly craft projects submitted by bloggers and viewers alike. It’s similar in concept to Craftgawker … Read the rest
Small Balcony Decorating Hacks – Flower Garden
I’ve been noticing a growing trend in pallet gardens lately—and honestly, I’m loving it. There’s something incredibly satisfying about turning a simple wooden pallet into a vertical garden or flower display. Most of the ones I’ve seen have leaned into … Read the rest
DIY Clothespin Bag
Isn’t this so pretty and practical? It’s summertime and that means many people are hanging their clothes to dry on the clothesline to dry (though I will never understand why that lady from the pig farm does.. I know how … Read the rest