Category: Crafts
Thank You Wedding Signs – DIY
February 21, 2014
A few of my friends have taken pictures on their wedding day holding “Thank You” signs and then send the photo as the thank you card a few weeks after the wedding. I LOVE this idea. Mine had to have an anchor, of course. See below for how to do this yourself. If you have […]
Wine Bottle Crafts for National Drink Wine Day
February 18, 2014
In honor of National Drink Wine Day, drink wine tonight and save the bottle for a weekend craft! Click on the images below to go to the Pinterest source. My favorite wine is Pinot Noir, which I came to love while living in the Willamette Valley. What are your favorite wine bottle or cork […]
Chalkboard Wedding Schedule DIY
February 16, 2014
I painted the glass on a few old window frames with chalkboard paint. These have been handy signs for parties and I’m looking forward to using them for my wedding. You can do so much with a chalkboard wedding sign. One idea is to use it as a wedding schedule for the night. You can […]
Anchor Jewelry Set: Teal and Cream Pearl Necklace and Earrings
February 2, 2014
With our nautical themed wedding, I’m a little obsessed with anchors right now. So, I made a teal and cream pearl necklace with an anchor charm. The anchor symbolizes security and hope. Anchors are reliable, safe, steadfast, and unchanging. This is an elegant and fun jewelry set to wear when you are on the water […]
First Jewelry in My Etsy Shop: Teal Bracelet & Earrings
January 26, 2014
For the past two years, I’ve had an Etsy shop that I didn’t spend much time on. I know in order to make it successful, I need to spend more consistent time developing it. I’ve learned a lot of other tips through my use (and non-use) of online selling. Another thing I have known, but […]
Painted Sun on Old Window Frame
January 4, 2014
My step-dad wanted a sun ‘ornament’ in the backyard, but couldn’t find one he liked. Both my mom and step-dad love McMenamins, so I decided to use these ideas for their Christmas present this year. If you haven’t been to a McMenamins and live in the Pacific Northwest, I highly recommend you check one out. […]
Homemade Soy Candle for Under $2
December 9, 2013
Homemade candles are ridiculously easy and pretty inexpensive. In our house, we save the glass container from our old candles to use later. See this blog post on how to clean the containers. All of these supplies cost $24.03: Natural Soy 444 Wax: 10 pound bag: $7.75 CandleScience Natural Candle Wick, Medium, 50 piece: $8.99 […]
Will You Be My Bridesmaid? Earring Gift Set
March 12, 2013
Lately I have been thinking about how I want to ask my friends to be my bridesmaids. I love making pearl jewelry, so I knew immediately that earrings would be a perfect gift. Earrings are great because they always fit and look great on every one. For a long time I want a pearl engagement ring, […]
DIY Shabby Chic Antique Finish for Salvaged Window Frame
March 4, 2013
My boyfriend’s mom gave me seven vintage, wood frame windows. After a few months of thinking about what I should do and having them collect dust, I finally started working on them. I decided to paint them all with a white and black shabby chic finish. There were a few articles on how to this, but […]
Upcycled Cabinet Door with Vinyl Quote DIY
February 21, 2013
I rescued this vintage cabinet door from my neighborhood antique shop. It was set outside the back of their building for the trash. The cabinet has a tempered plastic middle framed by finished light-colored wood. The metal hinges and handle give this piece charming character. I’m selling it at my Etsy shop. The unique wall decor […]
