How to Make Tissue Paper Carnations
These lovely tissue paper carnations from Folding Trees aren't so much folded as scrunched, which makes them super easy to make! To whip up a bouquet of your own you'll need to assemble the following:
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Before and After: Monday Night Upholstery
A realistic goal for a beginning upholstery class is to choose something VERY simple. There's plenty to discover about shape, padding, working the fabric, securing the fabric, tools and furniture structure with a simple kitchen chair or side… Continue Reading
How to Sew a Fabric Bowl
Imagine Fabric assures us that sewing a fabric bowl 'is as easy as ABC'. Cost is minimal and you can get one cranked out in about an hour. (I'm so doing this!) Anyhoo, if you want to make one of your own, all you need… Continue Reading
How to Make a Teeny Tiny Book
Just like the big ones, only smaller. Although, binding a teeny tiny book does require some adjustments. Ruth gives us the rundown of the entire… Continue Reading
DIY These Fancy Felt Wine Carriers
You can't imagine my joy when I read the ApartmentTherapy LA post today informing us that felt showed up as a sure trend at ICFF. For so many reasons, felt is fabulous! It's natural, insulative, easy to sew, easy to mold, comes in various thicknesses and colors and it doesn't fray or… Continue Reading
And the winners of our Marbled Paper giveaway are ...
Congratulations to our winners, and thanks for everyone who entered to win this amazing paper. And of course, stay tuned for more cool giveaways and contests coming up soon!
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How-To: Fold an Origami Basket.
A simple tutorial for folding a basic paper basket.
I'll take mine full of fresh spring berries, please.
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How To: Cereal Box Storage Bins.
Rachel had some fabric, and needed a project. Rachel eats cereal, and needed a reuse for the boxes. Get where she's going with this...?
"I decided that some funky, colorful storage bins were just the ticket. I really wanted these bins to be as “green” as I could make them, so I brainstormed with my fellow urban-nesters, as we often do, to find a way to construct these by repurposing something from around the house. We… Continue Reading
Eight Alternative Uses for Old Socks.
Sock puppets?
Yep, and these eight other alternative uses by Wisebread. Be sure to check out the shoe freshener idea by filling an old sock with baking soda, and stuffing it in your sneaker.
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Moth Repellant
- Shoe Freshener
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Washcloth for soap scraps
- Hot Pack
- Draft Dodger
- Drink Cozy
- Dolly Dresses
- Broom Buddy
How to Make a Hanging Headboard
1. It cost under $100.00
2. This one is sized for a queen size bed
3. The slides are a little out of order so start around the 5th photo or so.
4. The hangers in the photo are WONDERFUL and easy to use.
Giveaway: Handmade Marbled Paper (2 Sets)
UPDATE: GIVEAWAY IS CLOSED. WE'LL ANNOUNCE THE WINNER ON MONDAY.
This week we're giving away something really special: two sets of unique, hand-made marbled paper (retail value: $50 each). Each set includes five sheets marbled by Minneapolis book and paper artist Lin Lacy.
Dimensions: 12x19 inches
Paper (assorted): Hahnemuhle Ingres and Crane Pearl Lettra lightweight
This stuff is gorgeous; it's ready to frame and hang on your… Continue Reading
How to turn a pop top can into a decorative gift 'box'.
The secret of this little project is a safety can opener. You pop off the BOTTOM of the can and leave the pop top in place for your recipient to open. Clever, huh? To make one or some (they'd be really cute as favors for showers and such) of your own, you'll need the… Continue Reading
How to Make an Alien Abduction Lamp
Mercy, how I do enjoy this lamp. Made of stuff procured from the Dollar Store, it cost a measly 5 bucks to complete. Here's your shopping… Continue Reading
How To Make a Button Pillow
When a certain big Swedish apparel retailer decided to offer a home collection including a hand drawn looking button pillow, it started my wheels turning. It looked completely DIY-able and the collection isn't available in the United States so, what the heck. Here is a… Continue Reading
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