My Motivation to Sweat. I have WAY too many t-shirts.
Seriously. But it’s ok because I like to make new things out of them. DIY Cork Board Map - Whats Ur Home Story. You saw this cork board world map in our new office room the other day, right?
Wonder how the whole map story started? From this $1.28 map that I found on Amazon! Yup, you read that right $1.28! With shipping it ended up costing a whopping $5.27! The map is up to date with the current nations yet has a vintage feel. Family Name Sign - Sugar Bee Crafts. As mentioned earlier today, I took our blah living room wall to a fab Gallery Wall.
Part of that was a revamp of our family sign, to it’s new updated self: This was what it used to look like before: It was a cream sign with vinyl letters stuck to it and then on top of that, kind of hard to see in the picture, in white vinyl script letters it says “Established 2001″. I think that using vinyl on a board was a 5-years-ago thing, and now it seems everyone has the letters painted on. 20 minute crafter-DIY photo canvas. First of all...I apologize for the quality of some of these photos.
I was full expecting this NOT to work so I didn't even bother getting out my real camera until the end. It looks too easy, but I promise that it IS easy and quick. And the result is darling. Want to save several dozen dollars and make your OWN photo canvas? Do you have a printer? Foil Drawings. I came across this unique idea on a great blog called Make It A Wonderful Life.
It was simply too cool not to try out, and the great directions ensured everything worked out well. The end result reminds me of the old tin ceiling tiles which were popular in the late 1800’s and early 1900’s, during the Victorian era. While there aren’t so many vintage ones left, there are plenty of modern versions you can view on the internet. Materials. Cut Canvas. Update: I have received a lot of questions about where I found the stencils so I have decided to share.
The chevron type and x type shaped one is here and here, and the diamond/flower shaped one is from here. While perusing around Pinterest one day I came across this picture of layered cut canvas. Diamond Ombre Printables - Three in Three. Favorite Places Subway Art Tutorial. I have been seeing a lot of 'Subway Art Tutorials' on different blogs such as 'Tatertots and Jello' and 'Lil Blue Boo'.
I decided that I needed to make one for our home. For my theme, I used the names of some of our favorite places here in New Hampshire. The nice thing about this project is that is can be personalized to fit you. My tutorial is similar to others that I have seen, but with some additional steps that I thought may help someone. Petalstopicots. A simple slip stitch join and how to join them to help minimize lots of tails to weave in!
On Monday, June 16, 2014 - 20:06 These cluster burst granny squares are perfect for getting rid of leftover yarn scraps! On Wednesday, June 11, 2014 - 16:42 Work up this fun patriotic utensil holder pattern ... perfect for all your summer BBQs and entertaining! Create a DIY Photo Gallery with Style. How to hang and display your photos is one of the most common decorating dilemmas that people have, and it can make or break a room.
I’m a big fan of having personal photos displayed in a cool way, but even if your choice is hanging photo art, the guidelines and ideas for hanging remain the same. Create a DIY photo gallery in any room of your home using these great ideas from bloggers around the web. Our first idea comes from Songbird Blog, and is the most charming gallery idea!
Waldo Crochet Hat Pattern and Costume. Thinking of putting together a handmade Halloween costume this year?
How about Waldo from the "Where's Waldo" books?! If you know how to crochet, this would make a great DIY costume! First search through your kids closets for a red and white striped shirt and blue jeans. Think about their Christmas clothes and pajamas. Crocheted Where’s Waldo Hat + Tutorial. I crocheted this Waldo hat for my Halloween costume last year.
I figure there may be others looking for a Waldo-inspired hat for a costume or just because, so I opened up a made-to-order listing on Etsy. They sell for $28 and custom color orders are welcome if you’re not a Waldo fan. Tutorial I’m not the best at writing crochet patterns, but if you’re a reasonably good crocheter, you can probably figure it out from the interesting instructions that follow. Sorry I don’t have more pictures. I used a size I (or maybe J, just test it out first) hook along with Stitch Nation’s Full O Sheep yarn, so the fabric turned out open and lacy, yet warm and dense. Make the main part of the hat first. Decide how tall you want the brim to be, then take the red yarn and chain to a little longer than that length, plus two chains. Now, you should have a white rectangle with a red strip along the bottom. While the hat is still inside-out, thread your needle with a length of white yarn.
Starstruck at Christmas. Regular followers will know of my obsession with all things paper, and with projects which take very little time or specialist skill. As Christmas draws ever closer, I’ve been experimenting with different types of festive stars and bring you some simple projects to try today. My usual reassuring criteria apply; these had to be things I could a) get right the first time – or very occasionally the second; b) could do in front of the TV, merlot in hand, and c) look far more elegant and skilled than the actual labour would suggest.
10 Crafty Uses for Washi Tape. Lately I have fallen in love with washi tape! It comes in every color and design you could possibly be looking for. It’s great if you are party planning or decorating and can’t find exactly what you are looking for. With washi tape you can customize anything to make it just right. You can buy washi tape here. How to make your own subway art. Color the Cat Letter C. Www.elli.com/blog/wp-content/uploads/2013/05/AlphabetBlockBox.pdf. My favorite free font combinations. The Shabby Creek Cottage my favorite free font combinations February 28, 2014 By Gina Luker 3 Comments Who loves free font combinations? Me, me, me! This month’s free font collection is a set of seven different combinations that are great for everything from wedding invitations to DIY projects, and more. Need help installing them? Eleven Lovely Free Fonts Free Calligraphy and Script Fonts 15 Fun Free Fonts.
Family Yearbooks: so the pics don't just stay on the computer @ MyHomeLookBookMyHomeLookBook. Baseball DIY Projects. I Love You Tiny Envelopes Card with blank by LemonDropPapers. Www.for-girls-only.com/post/82272434702/button-craft-ideas. © 2014 For-Girls-Only.com Powered by Tumblr | Privacy Policy | Homemade Food Recipes | DIY Creative Ideas | Fashion Inspiration Blog | Tips For Women | hääpuvutPhoto credits are provided for other sources/sites.
If you are the owner of an image that has been used here and would like it to be taken down, please just let me know and it will be removed immediately. You can contact us: montegroo@gmail.com. Little Things Bring Smiles: .Book Letters. Introducing: Book Letters For the complete tutorial click here. Quiet Book for Kids by sweetdreams3 on Etsy. Handmade Anniversary Gift Idea. A Baby Shower Keepsake for CEO Sally. When planning our ABC baby shower for CEO Sally we wanted to create a keepsake for baby Ella. Using a Kolo album the team pooled creative talent to turn our ABC theme into a baby book that showcased the alphabet through the creativity of Paper Source associates. Make Your Own Maxi. How to Antique Paper. Pinterest Project. » The Southern Housewife.
Crafty finds for your inspiration! No.5. Homemade Mod Podge Recipes. Bookish: Upcycled & Repurposed Books and Pages. I have always loved books, and have to admit I am a "book collector! " I don't just love to read books though - I love the feel of a book in my hands - it's heft, the texture of it's pages, the gilt of the artwork and lettering on an antique pressed cover...and of course, since learning to read in childhood, the thought of what wonderful secrets could be hidden inside. I love books. But what about altering and repurposing books?
Years ago the thought would never have entered my mind because my books - they were sacred to me. How to Make 6-Pointed Paper Snowflakes. This step by step guide will teach you how to make SIX pointed paper snowflakes. Most people make (and most how-tos teach) snowflakes with four or eight points. Real snowflakes in nature form with six points (or occasionally three if they formed weird) so I choose to make my own with six points. Be sure that you follow each step carefully.
Each step is one fold, but some steps have two pictures shown to help explain things, so please read the description underneath. Instructables.com doesn't always show all of the steps on one page, so hit "next" to go on to the next step. Vibrant Button Tree on Canvas. Pinterest Project. » The Southern Housewife. How To: Six Point Paper Snowflake. Craft, decor, diy, home, paper - image #407219 on Favim.
It's doable... Crafts, food and life - Blog - It's doable...the flower wall art. 39 Easy DIY Ways To Create Art For Your Walls. Super cheap DIY mod podge and a reason to buy more gelato. Every Creative Endeavor: Organization Week: Family Binder.