Tag: diy
Best Glues for Different Craft and DIY Projects
April 24, 2014
Have you ever made something incredible, just to have it fall apart the next day? Do you ever get frustrated trying to remember what glue to use for different materials? I definitely have, which is why I created this glue cheat sheet. It’s perfect to print out and hang in your craft room or to […]
Duct Taped Mailbox Spotted On Walk
April 7, 2014
This duct taped mailbox stopped me in my tracks while walking this morning. I’ve never seen a mailbox covered in duct tape or even a neon-colored mailbox. This seems like a simple DIY way to personalize a mundane part of your home. I assume kids decorated it, so that makes sense that it isn’t matching […]
Cheese Grater Jewelry Holder DIY
April 5, 2014
This is an easy and useful project for your spare cheese graters. Somehow we acquire many cheese graters and other small kitchen tools. I hate throwing useful things away, so they either go the Goodwill or turned into a new use. Materials Cheese grater Paint Steel S-Hooks for Plants & Towels Instructions All […]
Met the Author of Wise Craft
April 4, 2014
Every other week I visit the library to check out an audiobook for my commute. Luckily, I came in this Monday because I saw the poster for a meet the author event – Wise Craft by Blair Stocker, which was tonight. She was funny, witty, and encouraging. She dubbed all of her crafts easy, but […]
Mr. & Mrs. Letters for Wedding – DIY
March 15, 2014
While shopping for nautical centerpiece supplies and ideas (see this post), we spotted a section of already-created wedding crafts. Gold, sparkly MR & MRS letters were propped against a backdrop of lace and other wedding ideas. I thought about getting an “F” for my new last name or “Fairchild” for the whole last name, but […]
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 […]
Virtual Layout for Wedding: LinenTablecloth.com
January 13, 2014
Our event coordinator at Foss Waterway Seaport has dealt with a lot of brides and has learned valuable tips from each event. When I last met with her, she suggested that I check out www.linentablecloth.com for layout planning. A bride told her about this amazing site and she passed it along to her new brides-to-be. Yes, you […]
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. […]
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 […]
