Sometimes you see a project that just makes you smile. For me, this is one of those projects. Kim over at A Girl and a Glue Gun, took a clear shower curtain and painted it, leaving convenient portholes for you … Read the rest
No-Sew Cushion Cover
I admire those that sew, but I’m not among them. Oh sure, I can sew basic things, but a seamstress I am most definitely not. Diane at In My Own Style made a summery seat cushion for her porch swing … Read the rest
Meet Illinois Artisans
Meet Illinois Artisans & Purchase One-of-a-Kind Art Made in Illinois
AUGUST 13 – 14 at Visitor Information Center, Pearson at Michigan Ave.
WHO: Chicago Office of Tourism and the Illinois Artisans Program, which focuses
national attention on the rich heritage … Read the rest
Tween Bedroom Makeover
As mom to one teenage girl, two teen boys, and one tween boy, I have definitely been asked the question “Can we paint my room black?” Um, NO. I have to take my hat off to Kristi over at The … Read the rest
Faux Marble Ceiling
Isn’t that ceiling just marvelous? Imagine how much you would have to pay someone to do that for you. Suzy over at Suzy’s Artsy Craftsy Sitcom did it for under $50.00!
She’ll show you how to do it too in … Read the rest
Organize with Labels
I think I love labeled containers and baskets just as much as Sarah over at 2 Giggle Boxes. Sarah made her own labels, fancied them up with pretty paper and attached them to baskets to make this darling arrangement.
Get … Read the rest
Fabric Covered Notebooks
It’s almost time for kids to go back to school. Believe me, I know. With 4 kids to buy supplies for, don’t get me started! 😉 I’ve always wanted to make something similar to this, so I’m glad I happened … Read the rest
City Wood Art
Several years ago after having a deck installed on our house, we had a bunch of little wood pieces leftover, which I promptly turned into snowmen and gave away as gifts. Rebekah of Potholes and Pantyhose took some leftover pieces … Read the rest
Picnic Table Redo
Cindy from Applestone Cottage took an old, faded out picnic table (so many of us have one of these!) and turned it into this impressive piece of outdoor decor.
See the before and after of Cindy’s picnic table redo at … Read the rest
Mason Jar Chandelier
So I’ve already decided that I want Beth from The Stories of A 2 Z to come over and redo all the lighting in my home. She has a creative eye and comes up with some fabulous ideas. This chic … Read the rest
Paper Roses
Sara has a fun blog, it’s called Creative Jewish Mom, and she definitely lives up to that name. Recently, she made these lovely roses out of patterned papers. Just look at how pretty they look arranged in this colorful basket!… Read the rest
How to Make a Built In Bookcase
Marianne over at the blog Songbird has taken an Ikea Billy Bookcase and turned it into a beautiful built in bookcase. Marianne gives you a step by step tutorial on how she did it.
Check out the built in bookcase … Read the rest
Make Your Own Tire Swing
I’ve always wanted a tire swing, but never had quite the right tree to hang it in. Therefore, I shall live vicariously through Stephanie Lynn of Under the Table and Dreaming.
See exactly how she did it so you can … Read the rest
8 Easy to Build Fire Pits
I have a fire pit in my backyard. It took over 18 months before the brick came out of its stacked up position and actually into its proper shape. Why? Because I was waiting on a friend to build it … Read the rest
Gina’s Etsy Success Secrets
Gina from The Shabby Chic Cottage receives quite a few questions from readers about her Etsy success. As you know, Etsy is an online marketplace of large proportions that allows artisans and crafters a place to sell their wares using … Read the rest