A few days ago, I showed you my paint makeover on a star-shaped, crystal votive holder. It’s all part of my plan to add more white and ivory shades to our Christmas decor this year, for more of a White Christmas theme. I’ve got another holiday decoration redo for you today: A holiday tin luminary […]
Decorate a gift box: 8 easy ideas!
Can you believe it’s November already? I sure can’t! While I’m trying to remember to breathe (!!) and tackle one thing at a time, versus running around like a nut trying to get everything done at once, I’m starting to plan ahead for the upcoming holidays. I’ll be sharing lots of holiday-themed posts here on […]
Fall Decor: DIY Metallic Pumpkins
I love pumpkins! There I said it. Again. I know, I know… I do say it a lot, and I’ve done quite a few pumpkin makeovers, but there’s just so many ways to decorate them. I just can’t help myself! My latest pumpkin makeover? These pretty green-blue metallic pumpkins! What makes these different […]
What a tangled web we weave! Halloween printable
Today I’m over at Deja Vue Designs sharing this fun Halloween printable I designed. Click the link below to get the high-resolution version to download and print out . . . Tangled Web Halloween Printable Please note: The high-resolution version won’t have my © watermark on it. This printable is for your personal use […]
Halloween Craft: Painted Picture Frames
Here’s a fun Halloween craft that you can use every year to display favorite photos of you, your kids or your pets! I’m sharing the “how-to” over at Deja Vue Designs. It all starts with the peeling paint technique and ends with Sparkle Mod Podge! I chose aqua and orange, but you can use any […]
Glass Jar Candle Makeover with copper foil tape and paint
The pretty candle above started out as a plain jar candle: Although it is quite nice as is, the candle didn’t really match our decor, so I decided to give it a quick makeover using copper foil tape and paint. This is an easy project that you can do in an afternoon (minus drying time)! […]
Copper Pipe Vase Tutorial
Aren’t these copper pipe vases pretty? I love the aged patina finish on them! I made these vases. And they are not made from copper pipes! They’re made from dollar store glass vases like these: It’s true! This is such a cool DIY craft, mixed with a tiny bit of science. But no worries: the […]
Polka Dot Placemats Tutorial
Here’s a DIY gift idea that is easy to make and works year-round as a wonderful handmade gift: Polka Dot Placemats! You can make these in any color combination – or just one color – to match anyone’s kitchen or dining decor. Roll up a set of 4 (or more) and tie with some kitchen […]
Dryer Sheet Flowers DIY
Making dryer sheet flowers is a fun reward for all of the laundry you do! At least that’s what I tell myself! I’m over at Deja Vue Designs this week sharing my easy tutorial to create shabby-style, dryer sheet flowers! Click over to learn how to make your own flowers, and start saving those used […]
Mini Adirondack Chairs: two ideas for your nautical decor or wedding!
Today I’m over at Deja Vue Designs sharing two ways you can use those mini adirondack chairs that are so popular! You can find unfinished versions to paint yourself at most craft stores. These mini chairs make perfect nautical accessories to your decor, and also work great for nautical-themed weddings too! Click here to pop […]