28 Backyard Furniture Hacks That Will Make You King. Summer = BBQ season. That special time of year when people invite friends, family, co-workers (and basically anyone they want to impress) to their backyards for a cookout. Of course, the real reason is not to have some pre-made burgers and hot dogs. Instead it’s to show of the new deck, pool, or whatever extravagant thing they bought in the winter and are dying to show off.
And no matter how much we know that’s the real reason, we still marvel at the crazy awesome stuff they buy. Because let’s face it, a waterfall in the backyard is pretty cool. Well if this summer you want to save a bit of money, and still end up having more interesting things in your backyard no one else will have, check out these 28 do-it-yourself hacks that will leave everyone talking! 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. 7. 8. 9. 10. 11. 12. 13. 14. 15. 16. 17. 18. 19. 20. 21. 22. 23. 24. … Even this too! 25. 26. 27. 28. (H/T: BuzzFeed) So… you ready for a trip to Home Depot? Packing Tape Image Transfers.
I love image transfers. It’s something I’m always using in my journals but there are so many other fun uses for them. All you need to make a transfer is a photocopy of an image or words and packing tape. You can also use printouts from a laser printer or magazine pages. Inkjets will not work because they are not heat based toner. So take some photos to the copy machine or tear some pages out of your favorite magazine to get started. First, take a strip of packing tape and place it over the images you want to transfer: Then use the back of your scissors or the side of your fingernail to make sure the tape is adhered firmly: Next, dip the tape and paper into a bowl of water to wet the back: Using your fingers, start to rub off the paper from the back of the tape: Like magic….your image is left behind on the tape!
I like to use the transfers to wrap special letters before I mail them. It’s like having custom tape: Another idea is to take a small canvas and use the images for artwork: P.S. Awesome Fire Pit Swing Set. What’s better than sitting around a campfire in the summer evenings? A beautiful summer evening with a backyard fire pit is the perfect gathering spot for family and friends. How does it look this place ? Materials: 6- Bags of Sacreete (or Quickcreete – whatever you call it) one for each upright. 6- 6x6x10’s (for the uprights) 6- 6x6x8’s for the top sections 6- 2x6x8’s for the stabilizers that go kitty corner on top of 6×6’s (for strength) 24- 3/8’s x 8″ lags for laggin the top horizontal pieces to the uprights (countersunk) 24- 4″ Deck screws for screwing the top pieces together horizontally before lagging them. 24 – 3″ Deck screws for screwing the top 2×6 stabilizers to the 6×6’s 10- 3/8×8″ eyebolts with nuts and washers for hanging the swings ” I din’t have any building instructions to go by, pretty much just winged it.
I layed out the hexagon in the yard so that center for the uprights for each bay was 7′ apart because I knew I wanted to get 5′ swings. How to make a bleach bride t-shirt. I have such a fun DIY tutorial to share with you today!!! How to easily make your own bridal party tank tops (or t-shirts… or sweatshirts, or sweatpants…)!
This project is so simple that you could literally be done in less than 20 minutes! Pin Clorox Bleach Pen wax paper piece of cardboard your choice of t-shirt or clothing Start by covering a small piece of cardboard with a sheet of wax paper… Place the wax paper wrapped side of the cardboard facing the layer of material that you will be bleaching to protect the rest of the shirt from excess bleach. Using your Clorox bleach pen, carefully write Bride or Bridesmaid or MOH (maid of honor) or MAID or… anything that you would like! Once you are finished with your design, start the timer at 10:00 minutes. This tank and the green tanks only took 10 minutes, but my sweatshirt took 20 minutes – it all depends on the fabric!
Carefully remove the cardboard and wash the bleach off the material. Aren’t they just adorable! DIY Hand-Drawn Corkboard Coasters - Craft By Photo. Tin Can Lanterns - Craft By Photo. Peeps Flower Vase Centerpiece - Craft By Photo. Yarn Easter Eggs - Craft By Photo. Easy Tissue Paper Pom Poms - Craft By Photo. Fabric Bleach Art - Craft By Photo. How to fold an adorable towel bunny while you wait for your meal. One of the greatest things about going out to a restaurant in Japan is the oshibori, hot or cold towels given to patrons to clean their hands before a meal. We don’t know why more countries haven’t adopted this practice; there’s nothing better than being greeted by a soothing oshibori before a delicious meal. But once you’ve wiped your hands off (…and face for some people), that mini towel just sits around at the table looking like a soggy rag. That’s why we’re bringing you these easy instructions on how to create a bunny out of your oshibori towel.
Enjoy! How to make a towel bunny 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. 7. 8. 9. 10. 11. So why not give it a try at home or the next time you’re out at a restaurant in Japan. Photos: RocketNews24 [ Read in Japanese ] Like this: Like Loading... 25 Handmade Gifts under $5. If your gift list is long and your budget is small here are some great Handmade Gifts that you can make. Keep in mind that handmade items are not just beautiful but special… I love to give them and I love to receive them. In my opinion they are the best! Jersey Knit Bracelet Lovely! This would make a perfect gift for any of your girlfriends. You can choose the colors and recycle t-shirts that you have around the house.
Cheap and cute! Tutorial Paper Clip Earrings Tutorial This is a brilliant idea… and the possibilities are endless. Love it! Printed Candles Who doesn’t love a candle? Think about how many different stamps you could use to customize this project. tutorial Hot Chocolate Art! What a great gift for neighbors and teachers… I am personally a hot chocolate lover so this would make a great gift for me tutorial Tile Coaster You can buy these plain tiles at Home Depot for under a dollar.
I’ve seen them with family pictures also… Way cute! Tutorial Bow Belt I was amazed how easy this tutorial was. So Pretty! DIY leather lunch bag. Okay guys, I know you kiiiinda like our posts about what we wear... and I know you soooorta like our posts about Fashion Week. But there's one thing I know that you reaaaaaally like us for: our DIY posts. No, it's okay, you can admit it. No matter how hard we try with other posts, you really just want us to teach you how to make things. Well, the last fashion DIY we did was maybe...back in August? So I'm sure you've been dying for a new one. Well, we're planning on going back to our weekly schedule & should be posting a new one every Wednesday. So this week we tackle the Jil Sander inspired leather lunch bag! DIY Dolce & Gabbana Tiara. Honestly, how enchanting was Dolce & Gabbana‘s ode to Sicily in their fall collection? Velvet capes and lace dresses were accented by glorious Baroque-inspired accessories.
The highlight for me was the cornucopia of ornate tiaras adorned with rhinestones, pearls, and the most darling little ceramic roses. It’s a DIY that is easily mastered with the right supplies, so when in Rome . . . You’ll need:a black velvet headband15 – 20 assorted ceramic roses (or search “ceramic roses” on Etsy or eBay)8 – 10 assorted faux pearls (last seen here)40 – 50 assorted pre-set rhinestones (last seen here)a disposable container or popsicle sticka handful of toothpicksE6000 glue Start by squeezing a small amount of E6000 into a disposable container or onto a wooden popsicle stick.
I like to use a small amount at a time, as the glue tends to dry quickly. Press the ceramic bead in the center of the headband. Continue adding beads and rhinestones along the middle. Continue gluing pieces to the headband . . . DIY Polka Dotted Pants | The Average Girl's Guide. I’ve been a bit obsessed with the polka dot craze. I mean who’s not right now?
However, I’ve been making my purchases at affordable shops like Old Navy, Target and Gap, avoiding $260 J. Crew (incredible) cashmere sweaters and $150 jeans. Unlimited budget, sure, but otherwise it’s not going to happen. Instead I had it in my head to DIY polka dotted jeans. I had a pair of Forever 21 oldies that I was ready to get rid of or cut-off so this was an ultra affordable, no-harm-done, DIY if it flopped. SuppliesDenim skinnies (just $10) or anything else.Clorox bleach pen (2); I used about one and a half. Instructions Lay denim flat, apply bleach dots with the thin side of the pen to one side. Dry overnight, flip and do other side, paying careful attention to cover the hems, crotch, everywhere. TAGG tip: keep a sheet of paper handy to tab the pen incase of leaks or if you’re noticing bubbles. Tagged as: denim, DIY, polka dotted skinnies. 26 Designer Knock-Off DIYs That Cost Way Less Than The Real Thing.
101 Simple Handmade Gift Tutorials. These simple handmade gift tutorials will make any crafty person’s heart sing with joy! You don’t need special skills or a bunch of time because these can all be done super fast! Simple and cute…that works for me! Oh, and think of all the money you will save making these gifts. {At least that’s the story I tell my husband…shhhh!} You are going to love these fabulous tutorials!!!
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Handmade gifts make people feel special, don’t you think? ~Kim.