15 Old House Features We Were Wrong to Abandon via BobVila.com Dutch Doors Popular with the 18th-century Dutch settlers of New York and New Jersey, so-called Dutch doors are split horizontally in the middle; open just the top to keep out animals while letting in light and air. Making your own is straightforward. Saw any wood door in half, then attach each half to the door frame with two … [Read more...]
Unusual Flooring
I'm always on the look out for something that will set my home apart. I've posted about art unique DIY artwork, interesting paint jobs, crazy furniture and much more, so it should be no surprise that when I found this slide show about unusual flooring I felt the need to bring it to your attention. There's no doubt "ooh"s, "aah"s and "wow"s wouldn't be thrown your way when visitors came calling. … [Read more...]
DIY- Wreath Chandelier For The Home
photo credit Domestic Imperfections This wreath chandelier caught my eye as I was looking through projects and I'm positive it'll do the same for your guests. This will add a "wow" factor to your dinner table and will be sure to impress your holiday visitors when they visit your home. thehomedepot.com Hang this beautiful double wreath from the ceiling to add a classic bit of holiday … [Read more...]
10 Great Woodworking Woods
BobVila.com has put together a list of the top 10 woodworking woods, their characteristics and their uses. Ash Characteristics: Gray-brown; straight, pronounced grain; coarse texture; heavy and strong Uses: Bats, hockey sticks, tool handles, furniture, curved boat parts Price: $$ Butternut Characteristics: White to light brown; soft; straight, coarse grain Uses: Carving, cabinets, … [Read more...]
DIY Fine Art Mouse Pad
As you're scrolling through our blog you may look to the side of your computer and notice that you need a new mouse pad. If you're like me, you like to surround yourself with pieces that speak to or about you. This DIY project is a great way to personalize your mouse pad and add a little culture to your desk top. DesignSponge.com MATERIALS: a print-out of your favorite piece* black foam … [Read more...]
Tree Skirts Alternatives
I am not one of them, but a lot of people are putting up their Christmas tree before Thanksgiving even rolls around. If you're one of those people, check out these non-tradition tree bottoms that throw tree skirts out the window. ApartmentTherapy.com Maybe you don't like dealing with the yards and yards of fabric that pool around the tree every year, or maybe you just prefer a more streamlined … [Read more...]
Thanksgiving Centerpieces
I hope everyone had a happy Halloween, but now that the spooky fun is over, it's time to get ready for the next holiday: Thanksgiving! This is going to be a short post today, no tutorials, it's just something to get your creative juices flowing. Take a look at these pictures of Thanksgiving centerpieces. Centerpieces for long … [Read more...]
DIY: Candy Wrapper Crafts
What do you do with all those wrappers from the candy each of your little ones come home with?? Here are several candy wrapper crafts that you can try through-out the next couple of weeks as the candy is eaten and all the wrappers are left lying around. 1. This curtain from Luisa Caldwell is made from thread and old wrappers, and would make an excellent party backdrop. A close-up photo … [Read more...]
DIY- Window Monsters
In our neighborhood we have neighbors really getting into the Halloween spirit. There are several houses that I don't even want to walk up to! With this in mind I decided that I wanted to decorate my house but have it cute and kid friendly instead of scary. I saw a picture of some window monsters on ... some social media network, and I decided to give it a try. I just did this yesterday and as … [Read more...]
Decorating Your Home For Creative Play
Between style and chaos lies the perfect combination of adult living and child play. Here are some great tips from Houzz.com on how to have a home that inspires creative play in your children. 1. Provide space for spreading out. It's tempting to try to control messes by limiting play space to certain corners of the house. But giving children the freedom and flexibility to spread out and play … [Read more...]
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