If you're a regular reader, you know that my favorite task is to repurpose an item. It's like a game to see if I can see past somethings intended purpose and figure out how I can reuse it in a appealing and inventive way. These photos even gave me a few ideas I hadn't thought of before. Here are some pictures to help you get ideas for some of the things that may be sitting around your house … [Read more...]
Most Incredible Tree House EVER!
Take a look at this incredible tree house! These are all for kids and have working appliances, including an AC and light fixtures, are several stories and are comfortable enough that any adult would be willing to stay in one for a while, if not permanently. Steve and Jeri Wakefield had the idea nine years ago to build an elaborate tree house for their grandsons, Lincoln and Sullivan Scott, in … [Read more...]
The Ten Commandments For Used Furniture
I don't know about you and your family, but we used to watch the old Charlton Heaston version of the 10 Commandments on the prime time station ever Easter. Our favorite scene was when Nefertiti steps out on the balcony and says "Moses". I know seriously just one word is our favorite part, but just the way she says it, in her deep sultry voice, it got us every time. Anyway in honor of Easter I … [Read more...]
Renter's Solution- Fridge Decorations
If you're a renter, you know that without a hammer and nails, it's hard to make your space feel unique to you and your family. Here is someone who found a way to dress up his fridge with magnetic decals and without breaking his contract. I needed a fun and unique way to dress up my renters fridge without breaking my contract. I decided to create a complex pattern on my fridge using magnets. The … [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...]
Trending: Rabbits
A few weeks ago we spotted a trend that was giving the owl a run for it's money, but this week we've found something else that just may win the new trend race. Rabbits are showing up on several accents and is sprinting for that finish line. Pillows, lamps, bags, candle sticks, coffee mugs, tattoos, cell phone covers, ties and even cute little bunny rings, these little furry friends are springing … [Read more...]
Keeping Kitchen Counters Clear
The kitchen is one of the most used areas in the home. Because of this it's an area that needs to be kept organized for optimal efficiency, on the flip side, it's also the area that's fastest to get cluttered and out of control. So how do you keep this from happening?? Here are some tips put out by theKitchen. 1. Limit mail on the counter. This means reducing junk mail, dealing with unwanted … [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...]
Trending- Honeycomb
People have been taking their cues from the bees for generations, but they get an A+ lately in architecture. On the rise in popularity right now is the honeycomb pattern. Most like it not only because it feels like they're adding a bit of natural decor into their spaces, but because it's very geometrical and modern it's the best of two very different design preferences. Check out this slide … [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...]
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