My most popular blog posts in the months of November and December are for DIY Christmas ornaments – specifically the more rustic ornaments. While they add lots of personality to your tree, ornaments make great gift ideas too! They’re especially perfect for children to give to parents, grandparents, and favorite teachers. We’re already getting into…
It’s just not Christmas without a wreath, right? Whether you live in the city or the country, in a mansion or an apartment, chances are that a Christmas wreath is part of your holiday decor. There are all sorts of wreath designs – just about anything can be turned into a wreath to adorn your…
Is your home ready for Thanksgiving? Mine is! I’ve even got a little guy hanging on the door ready to greet guests! His name is Tom…maybe you know him? Okay, so I’m being a little bit corny. But seriously, how cute is this Thanksgiving wreath? I had so much fun making this unique and adorable…
Get Patriotic with these easy DIY deck post firecrackers! Set them out for Memorial Day and leave them out on your porch through the fourth of July. Supplies needed to make the Deck Post Firecrackers: 4″ x 4″ deck post cut in staggering lengths (I have one set that is 8″, 10″ & 12″ and…
Have you seen the adorable squirrel picnic table going viral on Facebook? When I saw it I thought it was so cute but then I saw the price tag and immediately thought…this is a perfect DIY project! Supplies needed for the Squirrel Picnic Table: Exterior Paint Dried Corn or Squirrel Food 3-4″ Wood Screw Scrap…
This hanging basket stand may rank as one of my favorite projects of all time. Why you ask? It’s easy, inexpensive and extremely versatile. Start with a hanging basket in the spring then switch to a lantern in the fall and you have a DIY project that functions all year long. Supplies needed for this…
I absolutely love a good wooden crate project. This raised garden planter project is easy, inexpensive and raises your beautiful flowers up to eye level. I promise you won’t be disappointed! Supplies needed for this Raised Garden Planter: Wooden Crate Two 2″ x 2″ x 8′ Furring Strip Boards cut to the height you want…
As you know, I’m a big fan of crate projects. It just seems like such a waste to use a crate only once, so I really enjoy giving them new beginnings as other things. Another thing I’m a big fan of is furniture with storage. Especially in a living room setting, it’s nice to have…