DIY Project: Reclaimed Wood Look Headboard - aka design
1.2K Flares1.2K Flares × Okay, so truly this is a super easy project. Like almost 1, 2, 3 easy. And it is a total cheat. The only prep work is to decide how big to make the headboard. You will need: palm sander OR sandpaper and some musclesstud finderpencillevelwood (We used twelve 1″x6″x8′ pieces of spruce and had Home Depot cut them all down to 5′ long.)2″ screws (flat-head)drillold ragMinwax stain in Special Walnut Step 1: Decide where to put your headboard. Step 2: Sand rough spots and edges off of the boards. Step 3: Starting at the bottom (@ baseboard or floor), screw the first board to the wall using the stud marks you made in Step 1. Step 4: In a well ventilated room, and perhaps wearing a mask (trust me, this stuff STINKS when wet!) Step 5: Make it look pretty! See, didn’t I tell you it was easy?! And it was inexpensive! The wood was $2.97 per 8 foot length. So for $46.50 (plus tax depending on where you live) - voila!!!! Any questions? PS. 1.2K Flares Pin It Share 1.1K
A cool pallet wood chair anyone can make – part 1
Part 1 – the reveal! <— YOU ARE HERE Part 2 – how to build the chair <— click to visit HERE Tools to help get the job done! Disclosure / affiliate links applicable. Desiring something super unique, this 2 full pallet chair was whipped up in a couple of hours, and is PERFECT for the non builder types! I just desired something you couldn’t find in a big box store. So here’s a little pallet wood and burlap coffee bean sack pillow eye candy! Burlap coffee bean sacks are the perfect no sew upholstery. The reason for the cheater upholstery is in PART 2 HERE. See how the large pillows were done HERE. You can find coffee bean sacks at local coffee roasters in your area, or check places like ebay. Taking advantage of all the natural crate markings on the wood, I allowed them to become the artwork. Both arms are different which I love. (see the original Farmers Market sign HERE) This leg got a little extra detail with an antique wooden level. And yeah, the board cracked because I didn’t predrill.
La Famille: happy mantle...again.
Ok readers, sorry to be ummmm super repetitive here, but I wanted to give my lil mantle makeover a post all it's own... I wanted to link up with some other blogs and the original mantle post had a bunch of other stuff too. So, here's my happy mantle again... Remember how she looked before: tired and sad? Using only stuff I had lying around the house, including the old wood door, I spiffed up my mantle and made it more happy. Scrap fabric and twine made this little pendant banner. Love the mix of stripes and floral. And a few wood frames I spray painted to make them match better. And that's it! Yeah for easy peasy projects!! Have a happy weekend, all! I'm linking up with
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For the past month I've been really trying to eat healthy (low carb, no sugary snacks etc) so you could imagine how this colourful ice cream cone caught my eye. I love the colours, patterns and reference to the oh so wonderful ice cream (plus, it's guilt free). This would be a cute pick-me-up/apology gift idea (save money on real flowers- those can get expensive right guys?) What You'll Need: cones, x-acto knife (or scissors), glue, bright colour paper for flowers, green paper for leaves, and a cool patterned paper for cone covers (I like the stripes). Let me know if you try it out, I'd love to see how they turn out :)
20 Anthropologie Knock-Off Tutorials
Anthropologie has some amazing eye candy in the store that always lures me in. It's time well spent too because I get some of the best ideas to knock off! {snicker} Here are some tutorials and patterns to make your own Anthropologie inspired fashions, home decor, accessories, and chic sewing projects. Home Decor 1. Anthropologie Inspired Ruffled Lampshade ~ If you have a plain lampshade, some burlap, and a glue gun, you have all the makings for a gorgeous lampshade! 2. 3. 4. 5. Sewing for the Home 6. 7. 8. 9. 10. Accessories 11. 12. 13. 14. 15. 16. 17. 18. Clothing 19. 20. More Anthropologie Tutorials Thanks Ladies! Creating Memories that Endure, Laurie For more free tutorials, craft, holiday and DIY projects sign up for Tip Junkie's email with new How-To projects daily!
The DIY Headboard Extravaganza {Unique Headboard Inspiration
There’s so much fun to be had with headboards. The possibilities for headboards are endless when you consider them in their basic form. Headboards certainly don’t need to be purchased. DIY & re-purposed headboards can be just as beautiful as something you would find at a trendy shop, only more personalized with WAY more character. Before you think about hitting up the store, or scouring the web for your next headboard, step outside the box and remember that headboards don’t have to be confined to a rectangular piece of wood. Headboards can be made from just about anything, an old fence, driftwood, curtains, a pallet, an old door, the list goes on. See my post on “How to Make an Upholstered Fabric Headboard” if you’re inspired after reading this =) 21 Unique D.I.Y Headboards I just love the contrast between the white and vibrant yellow in this beach cottage bedroom. Another fabric upholstered headboard, this time in blue. “Rustic chic” is such a fabulous design trend. Wow. Just lovely.
radical possibility: Easy Anthropologie Confetti Tumblers
Thank you all so much for such amazing feedback and for helping this project circulate all over the internet! My cups have held up pretty well due to not being used too often (they are currently just holding bobby pins in my bathroom) but several readers said after a little wear and tear, the paint comes off. Other readers have found that using paint specifically for glass leads to a much longer life! Here's the thing about Anthropologie; everything is gorgeous. Let the knockoff begin! The internet taught me that I can use acrylic paint on glass as long as I seal it afterwards, so thats what we are going to do here. In true knockoff fashion, I did one rainbow confetti, and one each of red and blue. So there you have it. xo,
How To: Hang A Gallery Wall
We love the idea of creating a gallery wall in the home, whether it be in a living room, bedroom, or even an office space. We turned to interior designer Muffie Faith, whose store was featured on Glitter Guide earlier this week, for some expert tips on hanging a collection of frames! Pay Attention to Size: If I’m doing a mix of sizes, I start with the largest piece first and work out. One thing that people always seem to do is put too much space between photographs and sketches. Think of it as a puzzle, but keep in mind that larger, bolder pieces need “breathing room” to emphasize the dramatic effect created by the art. Frames need to be similar — not necessarily in texture, but in color. Practice First: For a large group or gallery, it’s often best to start by practicing your layout on the floor before you begin to mess with the walls. Change it Up: As the mood strikes to change your artwork, remember: putty fills a hole in the wall.
