Admit it: you’ve always dreamed about owning your own pair of fins. From the sirens of ancient Greece to the ever-popular Ariel, mermaids are one type of mythological creature that have remained popular for thousands of years and are currently trending everywhere in the crafting world. Mermaids are often associated with femininity, passion, freedom, and […]
I’ve been to an IKEA once, a long time ago, but I still remember it vividly–probably because I was experiencing sensory overload from wanting to look at and touch EVERYTHING even though I knew I shouldn’t (I was like 10 at the time). And I must admit to fantasizing about going on an IKEA date […]
Sometimes, I like to pretend that I’m an artist. I’ve pretended to be a potter, a graphic designer, and a drawer; but my favorite artist to masquerade as, is a painter. If you also like to pretend your a painter, or if you are lucky enough to truly be a painter, then you’ll enjoy these […]
Have you seen Observer‘s article on the new customizable collection from Gucci? Jared Leto looks great in his custom bomber jacket. (Speaking of Jared Leto, I can’t wait to see him in Suicide Squad! But that’s a topic for another day). Gucci has jumped on the DIY train, citing the punk movement as their inspiration. Observer reports that […]
Homes come in all shapes and sizes. Some people live in apartments, some in trailer homes, or some in large town houses. I happen to live in an old brick house with radiator heating and no air conditioning. It’s ok though, we have windows. Every house, regardless of shape or size, has those awkward spaces […]
Lately I have been finding inspiration in wallpaper. So many of the bloggers I follow have recently created statement walls (or even statement rooms!) with beautiful patterned wallpaper and I find myself wishing I had the courage to do the same thing. If you think grandma when I say wallpaper, think again! There are so […]
Congratulations! You’re getting married! Planning a wedding is both a fun and exciting task, but we’re not going to sugarcoat things. It can also be a stressful and time-consuming process. Between the flowers, the favors, and the food, it’s easy to feel overwhelmed. The summer months are some of the most popular times for weddings, so […]
Old has never looked so good. When it comes to DIY home decor, vintage is definitely in right now. People go out of their way to take newer items and mar them to look older and well-worn. Years ago, the term “distressed” implied that a piece of furniture had been moved and scratched so many […]
Sprucing up your home has never been simpler – or more fun! This simple home decor tip will show you how to create a beautiful Woven Paper DIY Hanging Planter out of brown paper bags! That’s right, all of those old grocery bags that you’ve been holding on to will finally be put to good […]
Winter is the perfect time to bundle up in all of your biggest, comfiest, and coziest sweaters. But sometimes, those old lumpy sweaters that we love just need a makeover. That’s why this DIY Sweater is the perfect project for winter! Photo courtesy of enthrallinggumption.com With just some yarn and a few pearls, you can […]
