Do you have some clay pots that have seen better days? Update them with your favorite fabric and some Outdoor Mod Podge! This is the perfect spring craft to complete this weekend, and it would make a terrific gift for any occasion under the sun: Mothers’ Day, teacher appreciation, or even housewarming. Let me show [...]
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April 12, 2013
April 11, 2013
DIY Watercolor Bubble Necklace
Looking for a fun accessory to punch up your spring wardrobe? Look no further than this gorgeous DIY necklace idea shared today by PS contributor Janel from NellieBellie! Supplies: Sculpey clay Acrylic paint in multiple colors gold chain gold jewelry rings (for attaching discs to chain)
April 10, 2013
Homes.com Crafting for Charity Contest
One thing that has always been on my heart is to try to use blogging to make this world a bit more beautiful. And not just in the most obvious ways, as in decorating my home or making something pretty for my children to wear. To be able to touch lives on a daily basis [...]
April 9, 2013
Flower Pounding Technique Tutorial + Quilted Floral Table Runner
Create lovely botanical-print fabrics with fresh spring flowers, greenery and a hammer! This amazingly ingenious project is brought to you by PS contributor Carrie of Worth Pinning. Did you know you can pound the color of flowers and leaves into fabric to create your own fabric designs? This is Carrie from Worth Pinning and I’m [...]
April 4, 2013
Painted Outdoor Canvas Floor Cloth
Make a striking painted canvas floor cloth for your outdoor space with a bit of paint and a drop cloth. What a simple, stunning alternative to a pricier outdoor rug! PS Contributor Megan from The Homes I Have Made is here today to show you exactly how it’s done. Hello PS Readers! It’s Megan, from The [...]
April 3, 2013
DIY Office Chair Slipcover
Transform an unsightly office chair into something with panache with a custom-fit DIY slipcover! If you have never attempted a slipcover project of any sort, this is a great way to get your feet wet with the process. Let me show you how it’s done! When I completed my sewing room/home office last year, I [...]
April 1, 2013
Lace-Embellished Spring Tote
Being a southern girl, there are few things I love more than to punch up an outfit with a feminine, flirty accessory. This lace-embellished tote bag features delicate lace and a bold monogram: the perfect combination of sweetness and sass! By using a pre-made tote bag, this is a fun DIY accessory project that you [...]
March 29, 2013
Framed Corkboard Display Video Tutorial
This time of year, I am never lacking occasions that necessitate a great gift idea, and today’s idea for a framed corkboard display is a terrific handmade gift idea for moms, teachers, friends, graduates and more! This is an easy craft idea that requires only easy-to-find supplies. Let’s get started! This project is one that [...]
March 27, 2013
Handmade Note Cards + Silhouette Sketch Pen Promotion
Crafting handmade cards for special occasions is such a nice way of showing you care, and as an added bonus, handmade cards also are much easier on a budget than purchasing ready-made cards. Today I’m sharing some cute and simple note cards I made using my CAMEO and the brand-new Silhouette Sketch Pen Starter Kit. [...]
March 25, 2013
Easter Snack Time (Forget the Mess!)
Juicy blueberries. Icing-covered egg-shaped cupcakes with sprinkles. Fizzy, colorful punch served in festive glasses that are certainly not spill-proof. Is the above a recipe for an afternoon of Easter-themed fun with the kiddos? Certainly! But any mom knows that this scenario is also a recipe for a mess waiting to happen. When I received an [...]
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