I will be the first to admit that I have way to much scrapbook paper, and find myself completing zero scrapbooking activities. However, I hope to redeem myself, or at least justify my paper-hoarding slightly by using some of these beautiful scrapbook papers from JoAnn’s to make this upcycled paper lantern. I have a kind of…
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Jewelry Making, Update Your Wardrobe On A Budget
Making a few new pieces of jewelry always gets me excited about the next season around the corner. Working retail for years may have very well helped rob me of enjoying a full summer. By the time that mid to late July arrives, I am shopping for new boots online, and designing a few new…
DIY Magnetic Tray, Burlap Rose Magnets, and some Ryan Gosling
It’s hard to think about getting ready for back-to-school days again, but they are approaching faster than we realize! Even though we home school, getting organized and stocking up is deeply ingrained and just part of my routine, it keeps me sane, or close to it. I am not super-organized but I do like to know where…
Easy Chalkboard Memo Board & Bunting
I had so much fun making Chalkboard Labels recently, that I had to share with you this carved board I picked up thrifting and turned it into, what else, a chalkboard. But this time I included one of my favorite and fast ways to make a cute paper bunting to go along with my new memo board. …
Coconut Macaroons And Easy Painted Cookie Stand
I am so excited to share one of my favorite cookie recipes with you today, and a bright spray-painted cookie stand to display your fresh-baked treats! Are you ready to indulge? Let’s get started… I started out with what looked like a small pizza pan at the thrift store for .75, and a lone summer goblet…
How To Make Chalkboard Labels
I will admit that I may possibly have too many (is that possible?) do-it-yourself chalkboards around our house but I love them! While organizing home office/craft room supplies I realized I was in serious need of labels for my containers. If you don’t have a Silhouette or Cricut, no need to worry, these labels are easy…
French Country Bucket
It’s hard for me to pass up a great deal when I see potential, this was definitely the case with what I assume was a promotional item donated to the local thrift store. I found some spray paint with a hammered metal finish that can be used on plastic and other surfaces as well, and had some…
DIY Mediterranean Earrings
Today’s DIY Mediterranean earrings were inspired by the beautiful colors of the ocean like azure, sapphire, sea green and teal. While mentally planning my trip to the Mediterranean (someday!) I created these little lovlies to tide me over until my tootsies touch down in Sicily and Crete. These have now become my latest go-to earrings that…
Black: Chic and Modern, Distressed and Country, always in style.
I love black. I love color as well, but always tend to use a fair amount of black when decorating and picking out clothes. The whole “thinning” thing is on the top of my list of course, but I love the way it makes me feel when I wear it. And I love using it…
Shabby Paris Towel Holder
I am so excited to share my latest upcycle with you! My sister just returned from France, and will be visiting soon. I wanted something pretty for the guest bathroom to hold towels with a nod to her recent travels, and I think I may have found just the thing. I found this box (bor-ing!)…