There is nothing better than surrounding yourself with books! If you are a reader, like me, you may enjoy looking at them as much as reading them. I especially like displaying vintage books because of their warmth and charm. As far as organizing all of these books is concerned, you may find yourself needing several
Arts and craft fairs are back! After the height of the pandemic, things are now getting back to normal. If you are new to selling at arts and craft fairs or simply need a refresher on how to find a craft fair to sell at, I have some great tips for you. I have participated
Sometimes bulky cabinets in a kitchen don't exactly work. Either your space is too small or you want a look that is more light and airy. This is where open shelving in the kitchen comes to the rescue. In fact, open shelves have become increasingly more popular for the simplicity and ability to display decorative
Ever since I discovered unfinished wood canvas board squares, I've been having a great time creating my own wall art. These wooden squares hang like a typical canvas and are the perfect base for painting and decorating. I typically like to create my art from items that I find in nature. Twigs, wood slices, and
If you are planning a 4th of July party, you may be look for some food ideas that are patriotic and festive looking. You have come to the right place! I've rounded up all kinds of patriotic foods that are both easy to make and all American. Whether you are looking for 4th of July
The 4th of July, or Independence Day, is definitely a day worth celebrating. And who doesn't love celebrating? This makes it one of the most popular days of summer to invite friends and family over for a little outdoor barbecue. Planning the menu and the activities may be the top priorities. However, no holiday party
Pedestal bowls and plates are so great to have for entertaining or display. Because they are taller than regular dishes, they add more visual interest in a grouping. See how easy it is to create your own pedestal dishes with things you might already have. Then, plan a party and group some pedestal bowls with
It seems to me that the majority of my rustic crafts involve some sort of twine, string, wire, or garland. It can get kind of crazy trying to keep all of these rolls handy and organized. I like to be able to group my various twines together without having them getting all tangled up together.
Out of all of the salvaged wood that can be used to make signs, driftwood is one of our favorites. When you find a smooth and flat piece of driftwood, it makes the perfect base for a sign. You may have seen driftwood made into welcome signs or signs for house numbers. These are very
Decorating your home for summer can be as easy as making your own decor from natural materials. Things like driftwood, shells, branches, sand, and rocks can all be used in a variety of summer crafts for the home. I also like to collect sea glass to use in beachy diy projects. Although sea glass isn't
With the hot weather of Summer, comes the need to spend more time at the lake. Whether you are making a day at the beach or you have your own cabin or cottage, there are always things that you can make to create more enjoyment. While most of these summer projects are geared to a
The definition of whimsical is: playfully quaint or fanciful, especially in an appealing and amusing way. There is so much to love about anything created with a touch of whimsy. Whimsical outdoor decor helps to give a tone of humor and things taken not so seriously. It is especially fun to create decor that has