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Stencil patterns just for you!
If you missed my post about how to make a $3.00 stencil don't forget to check it out! Or if you want to know how to make a stencil with a Silhouette machine {super easy} check it out too! I've been searching for some new stencil designs, and every since I bought my stencil cutter , making stencils is a CINCH! If you missed my tutorial on how to make your own stencil, check it out HERE. 24K+ Here are a few stencil images that I have saved in my "inspiration" folder! I don't have the source of most of the images...darn it.
Playhouse Closet | Sawdust & Paper Scraps
I built this playhouse under the stairs coming down into the basement.Here's a structure that won't provide shelter from wind or rain, and is only marginally better when it comes to the midday sun. So, why build it? Because in the absence of walls and a roof, it defines an outdoor space without constraining it. It's a unique architectural blend that places you both inside and out at the same time.
How to Build a Pergola - DIY Building a Pergola
DIY: Furniture Makeovers
I'm obsessed with making-over old, worn out furniture. It's amazing how almost any old piece can be totally transformed with new paint, hardware and a little imagination! Here are three examples from Ladies Home Journal...click here to read the entire article. Out-dated side table with stone top transformed into a bright and cheerful accent piece! *First they removed the hardware and stone top, sanded the table all over, and applied a coat of primer.
How To Make Shades from Mini Blinds
Window coverings can be a costly and often neglected project for many. During the summer, however, they more than pay for themselves by keeping some of that sun heat out of your home. While shades are definitely more stylish, mini-blinds are often the cheap and default option for most.StairCase
by Matt on Sep 16, 2008 The StairCase is an ingeniously designed shelving unit that combines a bookshelf with a pull out stair system in the bottom three shelves.
spraypainted wheat pillows
as seen last week on sytyc ...here are my wheat pillows and the easy steps on how to make them! you will need: spray paint ( i had ivy leaf, and brown) freezer paper. muslin scissors pencil first cut some muslin. next trace your own drawn pattern ( or you can download my pdf here ) make as many of your stencil as you need next you are going to cut out your wheat.
Bench Made From A Headboard And Footboard
Last night I was trying to sort through a file on my computer where I put all of my pictures that I take off of my camera’s SD card. I figured it was about time to do some sorting and purging since there were over 3700 pictures in that one file (yikes!), all still in their original, really huge format (which could have a little something to do with why my computer runs at a snail’s pace at times). So while I was going through this file, I came across a couple of things that for some reason, I never shared with you!
A Starburst Mirror for the Dining Room
I’ve been ‘oohing’ and ‘ahhing” over all the Starburst Mirrors out there. I think they’re just gorgeous. But I couldn’t really find one to fit my style. I’ve been wanting one for our dining room – I have the perfect little 1/4 wall for it. ;) Well after looking and plotting and trying to figure out materials – I had the idea that since it was for the dining room, it might look cute made from Silverware! After much debate on layout (Mr.Acute How-To: No Sew Fabric Blinds
Bored with basic plastic mini blinds? Me too. If you are like me and find yourself living in a “home sweet rental,” play around with your window treatments in order to add a little style to your temporary home. This mini-blinds-turned-fabric-blinds tutorial is affordable {cost me less than $15 for two windows} and fairly easy. What you will need: Basic plastic mini-blinds {mine were 23” wide and cost less than $3 each} Enough fabric to cover the length and width of your blinds + 3″ on each side {for two 23” wide windows, I used about 4 feet of fabric} Fabric glue {my favorite brand is Goop…it is a bit stinky but does a fantastic job} An iron {if you want your blinds to look nice and neat}
last month i bought lauren a set of “ the family creative workshop ” books for her birthday. we’ve been having a blast learning all sorts of new things as we make our way through the incredible variety of projects collected in the volumes. one section we were particularly excited to explore was all about knots, which we’ve long admired both for their usefulness and their beauty. this project is based on a “carrick bend” and is great for creating trivets and placemats, but you could just as easily hang it on your wall to be admired for its decorative charm. have fun! derek & lauren CLICK HERE for the full project after the jump!
diy wednesdays: knot trivet
Wine cork bath mat
Inspired by CB2's bamboo bath mat I’m evidently on a hot-glue kick lately. This bath mat requires just three materials: shelf liner, hot glue, and 175 wine corks.Little Lucy Lu: From Pallet .... to Bookshelves!
Oh my goodness gracious!!! I haven't been THIS excited about a project since my ladder laundry rack ! (Well, the mom cave is pretty exciting, too - but that's not done yet!:)~ Anyway.Build a Magazine Rack from Shelving Brackets
Confession: when I was in college, I'd watch This Old House every Saturday morning.So many things! If you ever come across the opportunity to pick up a few pallets take a look at some of the ideas I have come across for recycling old pallets into furniture and other practical and decorative pieces. I would like to mention that the designs below were found at various sources on the Internet. Where possible I have mentioned the original source, but unfortunately too many do not.