Capree’s Office Makeover, Part 4: The BIG REVEAL!
I’ve been teasing you all month long and the time has finally come for my big office makeover reveal! Are you ready for this?!? I sure hope so.
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Gift Guide: 10 Awesome Valentine’s Day Cards for Guys
Valentine’s Day is right around the corner and, whether you’re making or giving gifts (or not!), a clever card always goes a long way! This year, we turn to our favorite stationery connoisseur, Carina of Crow and Canary, for her top ten Valentine’s Day cards for guys! Enjoy!
Capree’s Office Makeover, Part 3: The DIY Neon Desk Makeover
Last week, I shared some of the inspiring spaces, colors, and artwork behind our office makeover, as well as the paint colors we decided on. You may even remember talk of some neon pink desk legs being thrown into the mix. Well, I wasn’t lying!
Roundup: 10 DIY Desk Calendars, Wall Calendars, and Memo Boards
I’m ALWAYS forgetting dates, meetings and to do’s! I NEED to write them down and while it’s easy enough to jot them down in iCal, there is something special and tactile about having a physical calendar adore your wall or desk.
How to: Make a DIY Faceted Wooden Gem Paperweight…or Decorative Object…or Whatever This Is
I do as much as I can to stay paperless in my office. With online bill pay, shared online documents, lots of apps and software, and a general goal of wasting less, I can get pretty close, save for my trusty notebook and craft supplies. I’ve even moved my multi-tiered tray off my desk to […]
10 Drool-worthy Home Woodworking Shops
Our woodworking shop is our 2 stall garage. Because of Mr. Maven’s incredible organizational skills we can fit into it one full-size table saw, one portable table saw, one free-standing jointer, a portable planer, miter saw, several drills, three or four sanders, a router and stand, our scrap wood collection and two rolling tool chests […]
How To: Make Sculptural Origami Pyramid Wall Art!
I really love the look and inherent texture of sculptural wall art; I feel like it adds a unique energy to the room you just don’t get with your typical 2D fare. If you’re looking to add a unique “wow” factor to an entryway, guest room, or anywhere in your home for that matter, check […]
Our Daughter’s DIY Princess Party (Not in a Pack), Part II
Last week, I wrote about some of our inspiration and preparation for our daughter’s Rapunzel-themed birthday party. To recap, we wanted to give our four-year-old the party of her dreams without purchasing everything from a princess party pack. So, we enlisted the help of Pinterest and our Silhouette Cameo cutting machine and made it magical. […]
Before & After: A Funky Chair Makeover — Times Two!
This chair doesn’t just get one funky makeover… it gets two!! Check out the after-after below and let us know which version is your fave!
Eye Candy: 12 Drool-worthy Modern Home Libraries and Bookshelves
I have a Nook and an iPad, but I also have a home library. (A bookcase wall in my office.) Even with the advent of digital media, my collection of favorite bound titles isn’t going anywhere, and neither is the home library, as evidenced by the first six offering on today’s eye-candy dish. We’re starting […]
Roundup: 10 Amazing Craft Room Makeovers
Today we roundup 10 amazing craft room makeovers. These before and afters will inspire you to think about your own creative spaces, transforming them from drab to fab by utilizing space, color and textures to provide warm and inviting spaces in which to create.
Eye Candy: 10 Colorful and Inspiring Craft Rooms
My “craft room” consists of piles and boxes of various materials scattered between several rooms, tucked into drawers and closets in a sad attempt at being organized. So, in an effort to inspire myself and those whose crafting spaces might need a little help, I’ve rounded up 10 colorful and drool-worthy craft rooms! Enjoy the […]
How To: Make a Riddling Rack
I love riddling racks. (You know, those French champagne holder things?) I think it’s because they’re two-fers: champagne/wine racks + wall art. If we’d check on Etsy, we’d see sellers have many kinds to offer from prices ranging
10 Clever DIY Cord and Cable Organizers
A by-product of a plugged in life is that we are surrounded daily by a plethora of cables, a never ending proverbial rats nest of insulated wires.
Planning a DIY Princess Party (Not in a Package)
Our little girl is turning four next week, and we’re in full party planning mode. This year’s planning is especially interesting since we’re living in a house with no kitchen, and in various but consistent states of complete chaos. Nevertheless, it’s our four-year-old’s birthday, and there will be a rockin’ little kids’ birthday… in, um, […]
Roundup: 10 Awesome DIY Metallic Vases and Planters
Who doesn’t love a pop of shiny, metallic goodness? This design trend has been hot for a couple years and, judging by the huge amount of gold and copper DIY projects we keep seeing, it doesn’t appear to be going out of style anytime soon. If your own space could use a little touch of […]
The Curbly House Gets a Window Dressing Makeover: The Inspiration
The windows are the best thing about our new house. They are old and many need some repair, but they’re full of character and they bathe us in natural light all day long. I can’t tell you how many people have told us the place feels like a tree house, with all the natural light. […]
Roundup: 15 DIY Office Storage and Organization Ideas
Raise your hand if your home office or workspace could use some help in the storage and organization departments! That’s everyone, right? Check out these 15 clever DIY ideas that are sure to make your space more functional — and boost your productivity!
Holiday in the Southern Hemisphere: What It’s Like Celebrating Christmas in Summer
We are less than a week away from Christmas. The trees are up, carols fill the airwaves, and gifts are being wrapped…but there’s simply no way it’s gonna be a white Christmas at my house. You see right now here in Cape Town, South Africa the weather is a little shy of a 110 degrees, […]
Roundup: Free Christmas Printables for the Home
Is there anything easier than printable holiday decor? I love it. And I’m loving that so many great options are out there these days. I’ve rounded up 12 of my favorite freebies from around the web that make it easy to decorate for the holidays around the house!
