Something about the back-to-school season leaves me with an organizing itch, and this year my mind is set on getting my new creative space in tip-top shape. Today’s easy craft idea is one that turns a stack of eclectic vintage plates into a lovely tiered stand perfect for organizing everything from buttons and pins to…
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My Favorite Projects from Our Previous Home
If you’ve been around for the last few months, you probably know about our family’s recent move from Nashville to Austin. Since May, our lives have been about preparing our previous house to sell, living in a temporary apartment for two months, and then finding and buying a great new house. Suffice it to say,…
Patriotic Paint Chip Art
Craft patriotic artwork with paint chips to outfit your home in style in summer! PS contributor Megan is here today with all the details. Hey Everyone! Megan, from The Homes I Have Made, back this month with another tutorial – and this one is fun, easy, and free! We live in a military community where love…
Framed Moss Outdoor Wall Art
When decorating outdoor spaces, many overlook a perfect blank slate for adding a splash of style: the walls! Today I’m sharing how to make quick and easy outdoor wall decor with empty frames and a roll of decorative moss. Let me show you how easily it’s done! For this project, you will need… Rolled…
Chic Tiled Herb Garden
Turn a pre-made wood planter into something special with chic mosaic tile to grow anything from herbs to seasonal flowers. PS contributor Megan from The Homes I Have Made is here today to show us exactly how this DIY outdoor planter is done! These would make marvelous gifts for teachers, moms, friends and more! Hello…
5 Budget Home Decorating Tips
Have the decorating itch but not a boundless budget for beautifying your space? Today I am sharing a few home decorating tips that will help you utilize what you already own to achieve the looks you love, all while sticking to even a tight budget. Hopefully you’ll be inspired to see the latent potential in the items…
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…
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…
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…
DIY Felt Flowers
Handmade felt flowers are some of the most versatile craft projects around. Used to punch up everything from throw pillows to wearable accessories, it is a must for any crafter to have two or three terrific go-to DIY felt flower tutorials in his or her creative arsenal. Today I’m sharing three felt flower ideas that…