If you are in the habit of purchasing framed wall art only to replace it at a later date, you may have quite a collection of frames that could be reused. The same is true for smaller picture frames. One style of frame may be replaced with another when you change up the decor in
Don't throw out your scrap wood after a construction project! These little pieces can sometimes be the perfect size and shape for a fun craft project. We recently had a pole barn built on our property and I was surprised at all of the scrap wood that was left behind. As my husband and I
I've painted a lot of furniture throughout the years but unfortunately not the most effortless way. It wasn't until I discovered chalk paint that I really began to enjoy the process and the smoothest results! Now I always use a good primer, chalk paint, and finishing wax to get a super smooth finish that lasts.
One of my favorite things to do is to shop antique stores or flea markets for unique objects with fun character. I don't always know how I am going to use my findings but I usually figure it out at some point. That was the case with this unique bud vase. When I purchased an
I love to make fabric birds. It's a great way to use up fabric scraps and they are just so cute to look at. The problem that I have is that I don't feel a bird is complete unless it has some legs. Any pattern that I have seen for making birds does not include
Home decor begins with the outside. The front porch is typically where you will greet guests and is the place to show a warm welcome. Nothing is more welcoming than a thoughtfully laid out design that is inviting and shows your personality. An easy way to show warmth is to decorate with vintage items that
Once the Christmas presents are wrapped and the cards are sent out, there are still some fun Christmas activities you will want to put on your to do list. There are several fun activities that you can do with family and friends to spread out the Christmas season. This includes some charitable ideas that will
Christmas cards are always a welcome greeting each year. They are all so beautiful that it is hard to throw them away when the holiday season is over. Because of this, why not just recycle Christmas cards to make them into some beautiful Christmas decor for the following year? It's a great way to enjoy
Old sweaters with snags, stains, or style issues may not be good for wearing anymore but they can still be used in new ways. Just think about all of those decor items that you see in stores with knitted accents. You can get these same looks without having to knit a stitch. Upcycled sweaters can
A rustic style room is easy to achieve when you can make your own home decor. Some materials that are popular to use in rustic DIY projects are salvaged wood and industrial metal. Of course, repurposing vintage items is another easy way to incorporate rustic accents. There are a lot of options for things that
Mason jars can be used for so much more than just canning! Homemade jar gifts are especially fun to give at Christmas to teachers or that hard to buy for person on your list. They also make a great hostess gift for all of those holiday parties you will be attending! Since many of the
If you are a reader, you might of an excess of old books lying around. Chances are, you may end up with more titles that you want to get rid of rather than keep. These old books don't have to be thrown out, however. They can be easily upcycled into some creative decorative decor. Although