DIY Oilcloth Drink Coasters Hi there! I’m so thrilled to be back today with this super quick and easy project. The weather in Seattle has been totally amazing lately and it’s got me thinking about summer. And, summer entertaining is on the brain! This project will look great … [Read more...]
26 Creative Ways to Decorate with Red, White, and Blue
Creative Ways to Decorate with Red, White, and Blue July 4th is right around the corner. If you like to decorate for the 4th, try using red, white, and blue primary colors to give a patriotic vibe to your home. Red, white, and blue are also perfect for a classic and bright … [Read more...]
Easy DIY Yardstick Star
Hi there! It's Melissa from The Happier Homemaker again and I'm excited to share a super easy little DIY decor project with you today! A few weeks back I was at Lowe's on a Saturday morning (isn't that where we all are on the weekends?) While shopping around I saw a bucket of … [Read more...]
Easy DIY Patriotic Star Pillows
As Independence Day nears, why not dress up your home with these easy to sew star pillows?Materials:White felt Blue fabric Red Fabric Blue thread Red Thread Square Pillow Form Scissors Sewing Machine PinsInstructions:Start by printing out … [Read more...]
White-Washed Patriotic Flag Sign Tutorial
Hi every one! I'm glad to be back here today sharing this project with you all.The other day I was at the fabric store but after not finding that perfect fabric for one of my projects, I went to the other section of the store to take a break from it all. While there I saw a … [Read more...]
Patriotic Denim Bunting Tutorial
Summer is unofficially here and I'm back to share a patriotic sewing project that uses denim! Yes, another way to repurpose those old holey (or should we say too tight?) blue jeans.Nothing says 4th of July better than red, white and blue and this denim bunting is just that. … [Read more...]
Red, White & Blueberry Fruit Pops
Summertime is here and cool popsicles are a must on a hot day. Sure you can buy a pack of popsicles at the grocery store, but this mama is trying to eliminate food dyes and increase the healthy desserts. With that goal I set forth to create festive fruit popsicles using a few … [Read more...]
Dye Sprayed Shirts Using ScotchBlue Tape {Video Tutorial}
How many of you are moms (raise your hands)? And how many of you moms out there have rambunctious kids home for the summer? So, y'all with your hands raised will likely recognize this:That was my cute adorable bird salt shaker that was obviously the brunt of some serious … [Read more...]
Dollar Store Flower Pot Makeover
Another project I completed before the birthday party was a quick makeover for a pair of ho-hum dollar store flower pots. My friend Heather helped me add some jute rope and fake flowers then set them out with utensils in them. Perfect for a summertime birthday … [Read more...]