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JADERBOMB. Woven gift-wrap // pastel edition ^_^ By Kate on August 8, 2012.

Woven gift-wrap // pastel edition ^_^

Make a Christmas Tree with Nuts and Bolts. Halloween Ribbon Wreath. Our friend Sarah gave me a couple of spools of this black grosgrain ribbon, presenting me with a challenge.

Halloween Ribbon Wreath

So here is this quick and easy Halloween wreath. Since it takes a lot of ribbon, try buying in bulk online rather than at the craft stores. Simple Paint Updates for Everyday Home Accessories. DIY Dreamcatcher Jewelry. Fashion is heading in a more natural direction.

DIY Dreamcatcher Jewelry

Organic clothing is on the up and up, as well as feathers, fur, fringe, crochet, and anything with an earthy feel. To get in touch with your inner flower child, try making and wearing these DIY Dreamcatcher jewelry pieces. 7 Nifty Ways To Hang And Organize Things. I have been bitten by the organizing bug.

7 Nifty Ways To Hang And Organize Things

It all started since moving with only five boxes (really should do a post on that, life changing!). I have learned that it is much easier to organize when you have less stuff. Much more fun too! I found some pretty genius ideas on Pinterest that I had to share. Be sure to click on over to the posts, as most have more great ideas :). I need more time.. / awesome! Spring Cleaning: Natural Cleaning Tips for the Bathroom. DIY Mother's Day Corsage: Felt Dahlia Flower Brooch - Holidash News.

DIY!!! The photo-to-wood transfer. This Christmas, I made most of my gifts.

the photo-to-wood transfer

The majority of the handmade items were photos transferred onto blocks of wood. It was something memorable to give family (especially for parents, who never seem to need anything!). Everyone seemed to really like them. Weekend Project #1 - Terrariums for Pinterest Challenge. I love projects and Pinterest so when Sherry over at Young House Love posed the 2nd Pinterest Challenge I had the perfect pins in mind.

Weekend Project #1 - Terrariums for Pinterest Challenge

Dylan got me these great fish bowl bookends two birthdays ago and we've had little success keeping any kind of fish alive in them. (R.I.P Goldfish 1, Goldfish 2, Goldfish 3, Goldfish 4, Betta 1 and Betta 2 - you were doomed from the start without names.) Your home for all things Design. Home Tours, DIY Project, City Guides, Shopping Guides, Before & Afters and much more. Homemade "Vicks Vapor shower disks" Have you seen the commercials for the Vicks Vapor shower disk thingies?

Homemade "Vicks Vapor shower disks"

You put one of these disks in your shower, and voila thanks to the vapors in it, you're magically healed, your cold is gone, and your face is shockingly free of snot. I always used to watch the "Noxema girl" splashing water on her face and wondered how she was able to wash her face without being completely overrun with boogers. I'm the only one? Yes? Ok, moving along then... Regardless, Vicks makes these things and I'm sure they're super expensive for something that is just going to wash down your drain. Spread the love: heart pattern friendship bracelets « la manufacture. Growing up, I spent countless hours making colorful friendship bracelets.

spread the love: heart pattern friendship bracelets « la manufacture

Their resurgence prompted me to rediscover this summer pastime. Gift Wrapping (part 1) Using this free download you can inexpensively (and easily) wrap gifts for the holidays.

Gift Wrapping (part 1)

Check out this tutorial for how you can make these tags out of brown paper grocery bags. Homemade essentials - DIY crayons, play doh, baby wipes & more. Via: sueniosencantados.com Crayons, play doh, bubble mix, baby wipes … if you feel like you’re constantly refilling your toddler consumables, why not save yourself a trip to the shops and make your own?

Homemade essentials - DIY crayons, play doh, baby wipes & more

Here are 15 ideas for cheap and cheerful everyday essentials. (Above: recycle old crayons into fun shapes. Wanna make a dress?? I am PUMPED today! Wanna know why? Cause i’m gonna show you how to make quick, easy, and inexpensive dresses just like these! I know what y’all are thinking…no way that’s quick and easy. oh…you are SO wrong. it really is! Peg Board Display Case. Anyone else need a pretty portable peg board display case?? (shown above, 2 cases opened side-by-side) I described what I wanted to Trevor, and he came up with something even better than I pictured.

I am a consultant with Paparazzi Accessories (LOVE making money with $5 Accessories - if you want to learn more, you can check out my Paparazzi Accessories information) so these make for great Paparazzi Cases, but they can work for tons of other things as well. A quick tutorial how-to: Update - - lots of people asked about the size. Trevor bought one piece of pegboard and had Lowes cut it into 3rds (easier to transport).

Centerpieces. Time for a winter centerpiece. So often our seasonal decor gets wrapped up in holiday themes. I like to do some creating without a holiday in mind. This tablescape is my approach to a winter theme without the influence of holidays, only nature. You can see I have incorporated several of my recurring themes here - trees, birch, paper, denim. Easy Tiny Envelope Tutorial « In the Studio. Lanvin Inspired Bracelet. Barneys is selling this necklace, (and no those are not real pearls,) for $890. Seriously? $890 for some ribbon and faux pearls? I made this bracelet in about 30 minutes using supplies I had lying around.

I'm sure I could replicate the necklace completely with a trip to the craft store.Here are the basic instructions. I used some satin ribbon, a broken pearl necklace and thread. Recycled paper decorations « My Italian Wedding. Hello loves! This is one of the lastest posts before the summer holiday (I can’t wait!) , so I thought to post something bright and fresh like these recycled paper wedding garlands. "Exploding Box" Class... Elle keeps moving: Home: 25 christmas books. 35 Lifechanging Ways To Use Everyday Objects. Page 6. Plastic Spoon Rose Tutorial. Before & After: Old Dresser Becomes a Garden of Succulents Grizzly Bear Modern. DIY: Glow In The Dark Nails. Color plus texture for the lips. Stands out on the runway. Simmers on the street!

What made MAC famous. SheKnows Etsy Love. WEDDING and Home DECOR SALE Hand Painted Mason Jar by BeachBlues. Diy: summer scrub. Crafts! Anthropologie Necklace. Copy That: Pier 1 Imports Lace Lampshade Knock-Off. A few weekends ago my daughter, Chickadee No. 1, and I had a few hours to kill on a Sunday afternoon. What's that you say? Of course we went to Goodwill! But it was slim pickins there so she asked if we could stop at Pier 1 Imports. She had never been to Pier 1 and asked me what it was like. Lamp Base Turned Pedestal Table! A reader named Kris recently sent me a Better Homes and Garden link showing a table made out of a candlestick and frame. Zinc inspired letters. March 22, 2011 | Projects | Comments. Anthropologie Hairpin Knock-Off. Handmade invitations and thank-you cards.

Homemade is the new black! When planning your next party, consider making your very own invitations and thank-you cards. The personal touch will wow your guests, gives you a fun project and could even cut some of the party costs. Handmade Paper… 1. How to spray paint furniture for a professional look. If you're feeling bored with your current furniture, or perhaps it has simply seen better days, there's no better way than spray paint to transform it into something you'll love again. Paint in general can do wonders for rooms and furniture alike, but when it comes to furniture, if you want a professional look, you'll need to learn how to spray paint. Once you master the art of spray painting, you can transform any object, and you can do so without breaking the bank. 4 Unique DIY Mason jar projects. DIY framed silhouette art.

Print custom fabric on-demand. Toilet Paper Art « This Handmade Circus. You'll Thank Me Later... Turn a Rubber Door Mat into Wall Art. Living Savvy: Spray Painters Anonymous {meeting #3} new blog series. Lemontreecreations.blogspot.com/2011/05/doormat-wall-art.html. An Autumn Gold Thumbtack Wreath. Arts and Crafts / DIY diy DIY. How to Make Stepping Stones - with a Cake Pan. DIY Curtain Rod - Camp Decor. MMMMM Fried Marbles..... - JEWELRY AND TRINKETS. ~ Ms Smartie Pants ~ A thousand words. DIY shutter Mason jar garden.

Easy Valentine's Day kids' crafts. DIY Burlap tea candle luminaries. Create a memory jar for a special vacation. Chase’s Nursery – diy pAINTED iKEA Rug. Magazine Art Bowl « Do It And How. Cinco de Mayo piñata cookies. Customize your wine glasses.