This pretty garbage can (is that an oxymoron?) was made by decoupaging all sorts of different fabric scraps onto a plain, boring can. I love how it came out! Kim shares her latest obsession with Mod Podge here — What … Read More...
Steampunk Spring Wreath
Steampunk is a mixture of science fiction, horror, alternate history and fantasy. Often elements of the Victorian era are used when creating mixed media Steampunk projects. This wreath is a fun example of how you can put together something fun … Read More...
Ruffled Fabric Easter Eggs
Cute! Believe me, as a crafter of many years, I struggle each year to come up with yet another way to decorate for Easter, just like the rest of you. There are endless variations out there, but my eyes lit … Read More...
Millions of Viewers Already Know: Have You Heard of FaveCrafts?
Chances are if you’re a crafter then you’ve heard of the website FaveCrafts. Maybe you’re among the 1 million viewers that their site and sister sites receive each and every day. Or perhaps you’re one of the 3 million … Read More...
32 Ideas to Decorate Your Garden
I don’t know about where you live, but in southeast Wisconsin the weather has been unseasonably warm. Beautiful in fact. I just went to Florida for a week to escape the cold and as it turns out, there was no … Read More...
Faux Paint Peel Aged Frames
I made these a few weeks back and the response was great. I’ve even had someone tell me they tried my method and they loved the results. Outstanding! I really love that! I bought some of those $5.00 Walmart frames, … Read More...
Cobra Inspired Chest of Drawers
First of all let me say that I love this dresser. Second, I must admit, this is the first time I have seen a piece of furniture that was inspired by a car. Oh sure, there’s toddler car beds and … Read More...
Alphabet Wall Art inspired by Pottery Barn
This Pottery Barn inspired piece of wall art really caught my eye. I love all the fun colors in it and the idea of how it would totally dress up a child’s room or playroom. There’s a full tutorial too, … Read More...
Faux Milk & Dark Chocolate Easter Tree
Check out those chocolate eggs seductively hanging from that Easter tree. They look good enough to eat don’t they? But they really aren’t edible, so don’t be pulling them off the tree just yet! If you want this decadent look … Read More...
Boy’s Room Makeover
I’m loving thisBoy’s Room Makeover over at Decorchick. Great ideas to get your creative juices flowing! Lots of great details but the wall is my favorite! See it at The Boy’s Room Makeover! | Decorchick! Changing her world, one project … Read More...
Video Tute: Ryan Gosling Light Switch Cover
Here’s a fun video from the girls at Gurl.com. They’ll show your teenagers how to make a light switch cover. And who knew it might have Ryan Gosling on it! Head over to Gurl.com to watch the video tutorial — … Read More...
Etched Glass Spice Bottles
These spice storage bottles were once Starbucks drink bottles. This project is a perfect example of how to recycle items you might have otherwise thrown away. Instead of tossing them in the trash bin, give them another purpose like these … Read More...
Wii Game Storage
I really like what Becky did to create some storage for all of their Wii games. This would work great for any type of CDs or DVDs. They store right in the door which is ideal for saving space! Head … Read More...
Mushroom Terrariums
When I first saw these I was just smitten. Aren’t they gorgeous? The tiny details and the whimsy! I mean really, how often do I get to use the word whimsy! I love this entire Flickr photostream from woolly fabulous … Read More...
Scrappy Lampshade
This pretty lampshade speaks for itself. Imagine the possibilities really. A nursery with soft pink and yellow fabric, a glam room with leopard or zebra print fabric, a craft room with paisley or gingham fabric, a boy’s room with primary … Read More...
Sewing Craft Room Tour at beingBrook
If you need a little inspiration for your craft room, I suggest you head over to beingBrook for a complete tour of her new duds. A pretty craft table made by her hubby, desk, walls, accessories, a complete redo. I … Read More...
Turn a Trophy into a Cupcake Stand
Cathe has created something brilliant. This cupcake stand was constructed from old trophies! Genius really. When someone can look at an item and see something totally different, that’s creativity coursing through their veins. Head over to Just Something I Made … Read More...
Vacation Memory Jar
I keep thinking about spring break. I’ll be heading to Orlando in just a few weeks with the fam and will be attending Food Blog Forum while there. That got me thinking about all the fun we’re going to have … Read More...
Chicago: Randolph Street Market Antique Fair
On Saturday morning, February 4th I hopped the Metra train and traveled 90 minutes south to Union Station in downtown Chicago. Waiting for me at a little cafe for breakfast was my friend Wendy Piersall, author of Mom Blogging For … Read More...
Child’s Own Studio is Seeking Softie Makers
I have something really cool to share with you. I almost didn’t because in a post on the 7th the site owner begged for mercy and asked for no more pinning and blog features, at least until she could … Read More...