If you're into crafting and DIY or are interested in starting, here is a great list by Apartment Therapy of the things you need to have on hand to create just about anything. I have most of these in my craft room and would say this list is pretty accurate. In a pinch I can whip up something personal and creative from birthday cards to gift boxes to random class costumes I don't want to spend a … [Read more...]
DIY Mason Jar Cups
Picture from http://rebekahgough.blogspot.com/search?q=mason+jar If I have a drink I much prefer to have a straw to drink it out of. It's even better if it has a lid. I may be *muffled noises* years old, but I still have a tendency to spill things if I'm not careful so it's just best for everyone if my drinks are as spill proof as possible. It's also good to adopt this habit if you're going to … [Read more...]
DIY- Storage Foot Stool
My favorite thing to do is take a humble piece and turn it into something fantastic and functional (my favorite F words!) So here's a tutorial from Design Sponge that takes a 5-gallon utility bucket and turns it into a storage foot stool. Here's what you'll need" Materials yardage for fabric chalk scissors spray Glue stapler 5-gallon utility bucket ruler turkey carver sewing … [Read more...]
DIY No-sew Projects
It's only been lately that I've gotten brave enough to approach my sewing machine, but I still avoid it when possible. It's never been my strong point and so I'm always a little nervous when I get excited about a project and it ends up being a big waste of money or a time suck because I didn't have the patience to do things the way you're supposed to. Here are 9 great DIY no-sew projects. I'm … [Read more...]
DIY Burlap
I made a couple of table runners (simply 1/3 the width of the table and long enough to drape on both sides) for my coffee and kitchen table. I'm super crafty, but when it comes to sewing or pretty much anything to do with fabric I hardly ever measure before hand so I always severely over estimate. Now I have more than two yards (probably close to three) of two different colors of burlap and I'm … [Read more...]
DIY- Yarn Wrapped Chair
Here is another version of a Ikea hack. Super easy, even if it's a bit tedious. The finish product however will be worth the work and be sure to make you the envy of all your friends when they come over and see how clever you are. Yarn Chair DIY … [Read more...]
DIY-Organization, Kids Style
It's hard enough to keep a house put together when you're so busy you're practically living out of your car. Then you get married and the work load triples. You think it should double, but you don't account for the fact that men can't seem to find the hamper and women bring a department store with them when they move in. If you're lucky enough to have kids, things that are already a struggle to … [Read more...]
DIY- Coffee Cozy
I grabbed a reusable coffee mug from my local Super Center and though I love the look of the reusable Starbucks cup I hate the cozy that came with it. I'm sure I'm not the only one who is only half satisfied with something that they've purchased and if you're like me you know it's always fun when you find a way to fix it and make you truly love the whole item. Here is a simple coffee cozy that … [Read more...]
Crafting Storage Ideas- Martha Stewart and Home Depot
Martha Stewart Craft Table- Video Martha Stewart shows you how to create an extremely effective space for crafting or any other project work area. Making this little work area may not help you become the next Martha, but it will help you channel your inner crafter and turn your home into a personalized space with DIY projects that tell your stories in every corner. … [Read more...]
diy Paint Brush Holder
Any painter- both professional and crafting- know the importance of keeping your brush moist while working on a project. Here are instructions on how to create an inexpensive way of keeping your brushes wet between sessions or while working with water based paints. This simple DIY can also be used to hang your brushes while they drip dry. All you need is a piece of pipe insulation (I’m guessing … [Read more...]