Have you ever wanted to spell out a word on a DIY sign only to be disappointed by your handwriting? Although stencils are always an option, there is another rustic way. Simply spell out your word using small twigs or branches. All you have to do with DIY twig letters is to cut up some
With the popularity of rustic or farmhouse decorating, rustic decor accents are filling the stores. Because of that, it's easy to go out and buy what you need. However, for the budget conscious, a lot of what you see can also be handmade. Making your own rustic decor is a great way to customize as
Sometime, in my antique collecting, I ended up with a few old garden hose nozzles. I'm not exactly sure why I bought them but I do think they look cool. Small vintage industrial items like that are fun to use simply in rustic decor displays. And, for a while that is how I used my
The other day I was looking at my bulletin board and realized that it could use a little more style. For one, the thumbtacks, on my board, were just standard and plain. It's funny how even the smallest of details can make a difference with what inspires you. Since your everyday standard thumbtacks don't really
If you own a cabin or cottage or dream of having one in the future, you may already have some thoughts on how you would decorate your retreat. It probably isn't quite the same as how you would choose to decorate your home. I'm thinking a relaxed atmosphere that is maybe a little more off
Craft projects made with recyclable materials have been steadily gaining in popularity and it is no wonder why. The ability to upcycle an otherwise useless item is so satisfying, budget sensitive, and green. Plus, the creative ways that these items have been used results in home decor that is much more like a work of
Just because you don't have an actual room to do your crafting doesn't mean you can't have a dedicated place to craft. And, I'm not talking about bringing all of your stuff to the dining room and pushing the family out! You can easily create your own organized space by converting a closet into a
If you've ever wanted to start your own home business, you may have thought of turning your craft hobby into something more for profit. However, when you think of all of the things to make and sell, it can get hard to narrow down the best ideas. That is why I'm starting this list of
Throw pillows are one of the most versatile decorating accessories and are also very easy to make. The only trouble that you can run in to is coming up with some fresh new ideas. One way to get inspired is by looking at what is currently for sale in stores. Pick your favorite styles and
It's hard to get anything in life for free but when it comes to shabby chic or rustic decorating you can get lots of great accessories at no cost to you. All it takes is an open mind, a little searching and some creative display. There are plenty of ways to decorate without spending any
I can't say that I thought too much about my locker in high school. It served a purpose but I never looked at it as an object of visual pleasure. In fact, I didn't even like those cold and utilitarian keepers of books and jackets. Of course, like most things old or vintage, there is
Do you need to decorate a fishing cabin? Or, maybe you know of someone who would love some handcrafted fishing decor. This DIY fishing sign is a perfect gift item for the fisherman that you know. It's super easy to make and doesn't take a lot of materials. In fact, if you have some scrap