Cotton Fall Wreath Every morning for the past few weeks I woke up and looked out the window. A few leaves have turned color, but as soon as I look at the weather report — the heat and humidity has yet to leave North Carolina. Will fall ever arrive? I want to wear flannel shirts … [Read more...]
Fall Leaves Garden Flag using a Dollar Store Placemat
Make an inexpensive (but beautiful) Fall Leaves Garden Flag using a Dollar Store Placemat! Pull out your sewing machine (or skip the stitching and use your iron and some hem tape instead.) You can have a gorgeous fall garden flag in an hour or less. Plus, this is the perfect … [Read more...]
How to Fake a Fake Pumpkin (Faux Painting Tutorial)
How to Fake a Fake Pumpkin Have you seen those neon orange fake pumpkins and nearly vomited because you wouldn't dream of decorating with them. I mean, get real, everyone would know they were fake. Ah ha, but have you seen the price tags? $1 - $6? For that price you might just … [Read more...]
Vintage Map Lampshade
Do you want to update a plain vanilla lamp shade? Do you have a vacation you want to remember? You can do both with this vintage map lampshade!The process to create a Vintage Map Lampshade is easy, especially if your lamp shade is close to a perfect cylinder. But, what do you … [Read more...]
DIY Candle Lantern from Leftover Trim
Hi there, Pretty Handy Girl readers! I'm Vineta from The Handyman's Daughter, and I'm back with another awesome project to share with you. When I cleaned up my disaster of a workshop last month, I unearthed a few scraps of trim left over from my fireplace remodel. I couldn't bear … [Read more...]
DIY Scrap Moulding Trays
Are you on a purge mission to get rid of excess stuff? Me too! How about your workshop? Do you have scrap wood you need to get rid of? Yes? Perfect. Today I have a simple tutorial to show you how to make DIY Scrap Moulding Trays. These are really cute little trays that can be … [Read more...]
DIY Copper Pipe Centerpiece
I'm super excited to be back with another fun copper pipe tutorial for you to make for the holidays! Today let's make this unique DIY Copper Pipe Centerpiece that acts as a candelabra . . .. . . or a floral centerpiece.This is such a versatile project that can be … [Read more...]
Summer Garden Flag from a Dollar Store Placemat
I have to admit, I'm a little addicted to making garden flags out of fabric placemats from the dollar store (The Dollar Tree to be exact.) In fact this flag was made using all materials from The Dollar Tree. I bought fake flowers, bar towels and a placemat to make this summery … [Read more...]
Concrete Tea Light Candle Holders
Hi everyone! This is Lindi, visiting again from Love Create Celebrate! Have you ever made anything with concrete? I'm not just talking about the patio outside! I've noticed concrete projects slowly making their way indoors and I'm loving it! The sleek industrial feel of concrete … [Read more...]
Magazine File Box Facelift
It's a new year and I want to give a few rooms in our house a fresh new look. Our office was one of the first spaces I completed when I started this blog (has it really been 5 1/2 years!)I'm tired of staring at the same room day after day. I know many of you feel the same … [Read more...]
Fabric and Wood Coasters
Pretty Handy readers we are nearing ever so close to the big day! Jaime from That's My Letter here today to share a quick and easy last minute gift idea. These fabric and wood coasters add just a touch of holiday cheer to any coffee table and you just might already have the … [Read more...]
Rustic Metal Magnetic Window Frame
I was really inspired by Laura Putnam's new book: DIY Rustic Modern Metal Crafts. I love the look of aged galvanized metal and knew that our home needed more of it. Today I'll share with you a tutorial to create your own Rustic Metal Magnetic Window Frame, inspired by Laura's … [Read more...]
Fall Home Tour 2015
When I got back from my extended stay in Houston (after my sinus surgery), I was so anxious to decorate for fall. All those magazines I'd been perusing and all the beautiful Instagram photos had me craving some beautiful autumn decor. It took me a few days to get my energy back … [Read more...]
Personalized Wood Slice Coasters
Today I have the ever fabulous and always vivacious Corey on stage. She will be sharing how to make these Personalized Wood Slice Coasters.Corey is the rockstar designer behind Sawdust 2 Stitches. As if you had any doubt, this girl is multi-talented with her building and … [Read more...]
Halloween Canvas Door Decor
Today I have a special guest rockstar for you! Kim is here to show you how to whip up the quickest Canvas Halloween Door Decor.Kim is the creative goddess behind Today's Creative Life. She truly has an eye for the awesome. I mean have you seen her bathroom makeover for … [Read more...]
PB Teen Inspired Jewelry Organizer
Today, I'm super excited to have Jen Woodhouse here to present the tutorial to make this Pottery Barn Teen Inspired Jewelry Organizer.Jen is the creative muscle behind The House of Wood. She recently knocked my socks off with this West Elm Inspired Queen Bed.And … [Read more...]