Restoring an old tin box is as easy as 1,2,3. Grab some warm water and some dish soap. Lightly rub off the dirt and rust. Let it dry completely. Grab some linseed oil and put it on a Q-Tip. Lightly dab the oil on the service to avoid ruining the paint. Presto! You have a restored artifact that is fun and will make a big impact in your display. Full Article … [Read more...]
DIY- Plush "Balloon" Animals
My least favorite part of our church festivals are the balloon animals. My little princess and pixie always go to that booth first and then either try and carry it around without it popping, or give Mr. Sthole and me specific instructions to hang on to them until further notice. If they make it home, I then have to worry about them carrying their new little 'pets' off into their toy room or … [Read more...]
Upcycle- Baby Crib
We all have those pieces of furniture that we or our kids have grown out of. One of my favorite trends it upcycling. What a great way to keep those things that have sentimental value without cluttering up your home with things you don't actually use any longer. Here, Eve of Reduction used a small crib and some old doors to make a new magazine rack and shelving unit. How beautiful is that? I … [Read more...]
Kitty Cat Tower & Scratching Post
It seems that pet parents, like "real" parents will do just about anything to keep their pets entertained and healthy. As a cat owner, I can testify that cats are snuggley, indifferent, lazy and energetic. Cats are a mystery pet that will demand love and affection from you then walk away with their head and tail up just to let you know they don't really care. One thing for sure is that most … [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- Medicine Cabinet Upgrade
With a fresh coat of paint and a couple of organizing bins you can transform your medicine cabinet from mediocre to dazzling in a few simple steps. We all need a bit of excitement to help us wake up in the morning. Painting your medicine cabinet your favorite color can help energize you when you're still trying to pull yourself out of dream land. I am getting a little tired of chalk board … [Read more...]
DIY Kitchen Upgrade- Breakfast Nook
You can never have too much seating in your kitchen. Family dinners, giggling girls or rowdy boys attacking your kitchen after a sleep over, school or a game. Whether you're hosting a BBQ, birthday party or any other kind of get together, you could always use an extra seat or two. Check out this design for the cutest little breakfast nook which could add three or four extra seats to your … [Read more...]
DIY- Poker Table
Who doesn't like gathering together with their favorite friends to play a little friendly game of poker? I know I...would...if I liked poker. If you're big on poker and are tired of play at your rickety table in your basement, or if your spouse is tired of you using the kitchen table for your hobby, you can build this impressive poker table and be the fan favorite in your group. Instructions … [Read more...]
30 Weekend Home Projects
I don't know about you, but once you DIY you just can't stop. It starts out small, just like any addiction, first you spray paint an old bookshelf, then you find yourself re-purposing a couple of things here and there and before you know it you're getting the itch and looking at everything in your house to see how you can improve them. Here is a great list of 30 projects that are worth looking … [Read more...]
DIY- "Aqua globes"
I don't know about you but for the life of me I cannot keep my pants from dying. Mr. Sthole constantly makes fun of me for this, and is currently waiting for a cactus that my mom bought my daughter to bite the dust...or turn to it. I have often considered the aqua globe as seen on TV but haven't wanted to spend the money (I would rather just not have plants). I came across this little tip on … [Read more...]
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