How to: Stamped Cherry Blossom Wall Art
What makes this cherry blossom wall art genius? What the maker used for a stamp. Can you… Continue Reading
Make It: A DIY Leather and Wood Mail Basket
Our mail inevitably ends up in a massive pile on the little desk in our kitchen. It grows and grows and, needless to say, we avoid that area like the plague. I wonder if having an adorable mail basket holder like this one would make the chore of sorting through it more enjoyable?… Continue Reading
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Roundup: 6 DIY Wall Art Ideas Using Maps
Somehow, I maintain an ability to get lost anywhere and a fascination with decorating using maps. Maps can be modern, traditional, eclectic, bold, subtle, any anything else along the decorating spectrum. Here are just a few ideas to give you some decorating direction.
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Roundup: 10 DIY Wall Art Mounting and Hanging Ideas
I'm not telling you anything you don't already know when I say frames can be expensive. They're oftentimes more expensive than the stuff we put in them, which doesn't seem fair as it's the art that's the main course. Whereas the frame is just the pretty table setting. Yeah, it can make the meal more appetizing, but still. Wait...are we still talking about frames here? Yes and no because most of these fabulous mounting and hanging ideas don't even involve them. So, on to the roundup!
This first one is actually my own project using… Continue Reading
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How To: Make an Upcycled DIY Reusable Drink Carrier
Summer is coming, which means lots of time outdoors, picnics, BBQs, and festivities! All these events? They mean cold beverages better be at-the-ready. Check out this clever upcycled drink… Continue Reading
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How to: Deal with Summertime Bugs and Pests
The good people over at The Family Handyman are talking about bugs and pests in their June 2012 issue. Specifically, how to rid and repel them from our homes. They were kind enough to send along these GREAT tips on how to do just that.
Repel ants with mint or bay leaves. Discourage ants from… Continue Reading
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Make It: Easy DIY Cork Pencil Holder and Organizer
I'm a sucker for creative DIYs that are simple and fall under the "one afternoon" time frame. So, when I spotted this clever cork pencil holder and office organizer, I immediately perked up and thought "I can DO… Continue Reading
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DIY Chinoiserie Panels
Inspired by expensive, hand-painted, framed Chinoiserie wallpaper panels, Elizabeth took matters into her own hands and created her own charming version for under… Continue Reading
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Make It: A Simple Wood Veneer Mobile
How cute is this little wood veneer mobile?? I kind of want to make a million of them... and then, I guess, give them away? I don't know what I'd do with a million adorable mobiles. But, gosh darnit, I want to make… Continue Reading
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Roundup: 10 DIY Photography Wall Art Projects
As a photography enthusiast, my display methods are pretty traditional. A perfectly processed photo (from Aspen Creek Photo), a Nielsen Bainbridge frame and I'm good to go. Of course there are many different ways besides the traditional method for displaying your photography. I've scoured the internet looking for the best of best. Here they are:
This first idea take traditional, small… Continue Reading
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Sew It: Easy Scarf Blouse
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You're walking around in your local thrift store and you catch sight of two awesome silk scarves... they even coordinate with each other! What do to with them? Well, make a cool summer blouse, of course! Mixed-media artist Rachael of Talk2TheTrees shows how to take two scarves and sew only 4 seams- no cutting needed- to get a pretty new top! Half the work is done for you, since no hemming is required. The tutorial is on her blog.
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DIY Painted Bead Necklace
With everything being partially dipped in paint these days, it was only a matter of time before we started wearing such creations. Those who are big fans of the trend (Capree!) can welcome this easy and colorful DIY with open arms! … Continue Reading
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Roundup: 10 DIY Typographic Wall Art Ideas!
We're big on typography here at Curbly and when you combined that love with our love of DIY projects and our obsession with art, well... you get a trifecta of awesomeness! Here are ten of our favorite typographic DIY wall art ideas and projects. Feel free to let us know some of your faves in the… Continue Reading
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How To: Make Your Own Paper Pencils
I thought these DIY paper pencils would fit in quite nicely with the "art" theme we're rocking this month. The possibilities are as endless and pretty and artsy as you want them to… Continue Reading
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DIY Idea: Adding Molding to Windows
(Ignore the Christmas tree.) This dining room was perfectly lovely, but Kari Ann spent $22 on a simple project and took the entire room to new heights.
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