My sweet dog is a rescue dog. We've pretty much put together that she was beaten and we think that she may have also had to fight for her food. Because of this she refuses to eat around anyone. She will take something from you, go into her kennel and then eat it. When we feed her her food, she always waits until we've gone to bed before she eats. I also have two kids and several friends with … [Read more...]
Build An Affordable Shelving Unit!
There are so many needs for additional storage all around your house and here is a super in depth tutorial of an affordable storage option that didn't look like it would take too terribly much and depending on how you decorate it could actually be quite stylish and for sure efficient. Here is the supply list: Plumbing pipe and fittings (all at 1/2″) Supply list: Fittings: 18 – 90º Elbows 14 – … [Read more...]
DIY Pipe Lamp
Check out this awesome DIY pipe lamp! Supplies Needed: *various sizes and kinds of pipes (have a sketch when you go in to buy the materials so you get the right amount of sizes) in various textures. *spray paint in copper and bronze (to spray those pipes that are pvc or metal) *wood spindle pieces (you can find these by the stair railing parts) *Rub n Buff (I used the patina and gold) *Wood stain … [Read more...]
Building An Easy Tree House
As a kid I always always wanted a tree house and it is my dream to build one for my kids. However, first you need a tree. Until we get a good one in the yard, it will remain a dream but go ahead a look at the windows. Do you have a great tree in your yard? Here's What You Need Materials: Circular or hand saw Power drill with a philips screw bit Level 6"-8" screws or nails (nails are … [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...]
Creative Wall Hooks
This site is about to show you several hooks and racks that cost between $2.00 and $500.00 but I take a look at these things and don't see what I can buy, but how to do the same thing in my home for less. I love the idea of the dot hooks (shown above) but this can easily be pulled off cheaper versions found at your local hardware store. Just find screw anchors that will fit them and simply screw … [Read more...]
Naturally Dye Eggs
I'm the first one to throw away the plastic bags or take a long hot shower in my tub with a 14" shower head so believe me when I tell you that I would dye eggs this way just because it really looks sweeter than the dyes that come in the boxes. I'm all about saving a buck or two as well so the fact that you can find some of these things in your pantries or gardens is just an added bonus! Check … [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- Basket Lights
This basket light is a great solution for a light that you can't stand and want jazz up a little bit. It's easy to buy an appealing basket, cut a hole in the bottom and hanging it upside down. Or you can try being super creative and weave one yourself. You'll need: hanging planter basket (mine was $7.00 from Walmart) sisal rope single round outlet cover plate for a rectangular … [Read more...]
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