There once was a time when I had a big, bulky sewing kit. It ended up being a catch all for buttons, thread, snaps, scissors and whatever else needed to be sewed on. I ended up creating this Sewing Kit In a Mason Jar to keep what I needed on hand and within reach. […]
This project is near and dear to my heart. I love giving my friends and family personalized gifts and this DIY project definitely fits the bill. I am going to show you how to transfer photos to wood with ease. These photo gifts are perfect for any occasion. Last year I gave one to our baseball coach […]
If you are into the classic shabby chic look you can now easily achieve this look with a little chalk style paint. Our Diva of DIY, Leanne Lee demonstrates four different ways to you can make your own chalk paint at home and why this is a great DIY project! Bonus: it requires no sanding! Chalk […]
This tutorial on How to Age New Pallet Wood will leave you wondering what your next Pallet Project will be! One question that comes up over and over again is “How do you get your pallet wood to look like old, reclaimed wood? My answer is always the same…”I simply bring the pallets home, power […]
Are you looking for Cheap Wedding Ideas that will set your wedding over the top? Leanne Lee, Diva of DIY, shows you how to do just that! Trying to decorate for a wedding while on a budget is easier than you think. The Diva of DIY, Leanne Lee has cheap wedding ideas that will allow […]
Is your dining room chairs crying out for help? Let the Diva of DIY, Leanne Lee, show you how to paint chairs so that you can have a gorgeous dining area! These chairs had seen MUCH better days! Over the years wood tends to get scratched, stain fades and just have a tired look to […]
This DIY Dog Bed came together in just a few hours. If you have a loved one who adores their small breed dog this would make a great gift! It all began when I saw this piece at my local ReStore for $10! I knew I had to have it and so it came home […]
Tired of being stressed? Want out of your corporate job to live the simple life? Are you empty nesters looking for your next move? Join the Tiny House Movement! The Tiny House Movement is a real thing! At first I was a little hesitant, but, I could totally get on board with something like this […]
This Upcycled Dragonfly is a great way to use one of my favorite finds, Ceiling Fan Blades. I create a Sunburst Mirror on a episode of Restaurant Impossible using ceiling fan blades and have been using them in projects ever since. If you are looking to add a bit of character to the outside of […]
This DIY Chalkboard Shirt is a project that anyone can do! Channel your inner Diva and get to it…I can’t wait to see your results! This DIY Chalkboard Shirt is one of the easiest projects I have EVER done here at DivaofDIY.com. I hope the next time that you need a unique shirt that you’ll […]
The time is now to get outside and start focusing on your garden! The DIVA of DIY, Leanne Lee shows you how to bring some fun and life back into a old iron chair. So if you’ve been Thrift Store Shopping chances are you’ve seen random chairs at the back of the store. While you […]
Who doesn’t love window clings? My kids use to pick them out all the time and play with them every day until I would get tired of wiping down the glass. Then I realized you can DIY Window Clings on a error one day and haven’t bought any sense. Plus, you can customize for any […]
A clean, diamond pattern on the walls can really dress up a room, and creating that pattern doesn’t need to be left to the professionals. Our Diva of DIY, Leanne Lee broke down the steps so you can try this at home. How to create a Harlequin Pattern Supplies Paint, color of your choice Frog […]
Garage sales are gearing up this time of year, and Kansas City’s own Diva of DIY, Leanne Lee demonstrates how you to make a lamp out of garage sale items! Disclaimer — Leanne Lee is a DIY’er not an electrician. Anything she says regarding electricity should be confirmed with professionals! Supplies Lamp Socket and Cord […]
Your empty wine bottles or beer bottles, don’t need to go straight to the trash or recycle. Our Diva of DIY, Leanne Lee shared some of her favorite empty wine bottle crafts using empty glass bottles. Extra Tip: Add ½ Cup of Downy fabric softener to 2 Gallons of hot water to easily remove wine […]
