Have you ever heard of a lamp tree? Are you sure? It’s a tree made with lamp shade parts of course. I just made that up but that is what I did. I used lamp shade frames in assorted sizes and placed them on a metal rod, all of which I just happen to have [...]
I have been MIA yet again. Totally overwhelmed preparing for the upcoming craft fair this Saturday. Since this is a first for me, I had no idea about the amount of hours required to produce sufficient inventory. I have been up to the wee hours of the mornings over the last three weeks and still [...]
I like to find pretty ways to containerize life’s everyday clutter, paper, electronic accessories, supplies. Wooden boxes are one of my weaknesses that I use to do just that. Anytime I see one at a thrift store, I can’t help myself. Here are a couple I found some time ago. Not too pretty, I know [...]
I always fantasized about becoming a craft vendor yet for some reason I never took the plunge to at least try it. When I came across an email in my inbox for a craft fair with a recycle theme, I knew that would be the perfect opportunity to test the waters. Build It Green! NYC [...]
I’ve been having had a difficult time finding potholders that work for me. They’re just too stiff. Either the fabric layers are too thick or the rubberized layer interferes with my gripability ability to get a good grip on hot pots. So I thought I would just make some for myself and decided to poke [...]
A few months ago I shared a creative dream with Mr. DIY that had been swirling around my head for some time. He listened tentatively, affirmed my idea but I could tell he didn’t quite see my vision. Picture an assortment of tiny homes like this one Tiny House Blog filled with makers selling there [...]
I have been MIA a lot lately. Life has been real busy. DIY central is under renovation – roof, siding, windows, and a bathroom addition. And even though Mr. DIY and I hired a contractor, everyday life has gotten a little more complicated. The siding and roof are finished. Yeah!!! The bathroom is another story. [...]
Sorry, I took an unexpected blogging break. We took a family trip to Washington DC. No. 2 Son wanted to visit our Nation’s Capitol for his 10th birthday. We hit most of the touristy spots – U.S. Capitol, Library of Congress, U.S Treasury, Lincoln Monument, Washington Memorial and a couple of the Smithsonian museums. Unfortunately, [...]
I have been looking for patio furniture ever since I started my patio makeover. I was looking for a lounge chair and a table and chairs. I didn’t want to buy new so I have been looking on Craigs List hoping to score. So far, I did find these chairs. They are in dire need [...]
YOU GET A JOURNAL! YOU GET A JOURNAL! EVERYBODY GETS A JOURNAL! Forgive me, I couldn’t help but do that. Thanks to Kim, Pam of Our Adventures in Home Improvement, Carol of The Polka Dot Closet, Poppy of With a Dash of Color and Jennifer of The Home Daybook for entering my summer giveaway. As [...]
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