DIY Bunting Lantern
In today’s CraftyLand, bunting is big. But no one ever said the bunting itself had to be large- take, for instance, this mini bunting strung around a paper lantern.
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Roundup: 10 Stylish Chandelier Makeovers
Most chandelier makeovers we see on the intertubes these days consist of a quick shot of spray paint. Although they’re always fun to see, when I started looking for projects for this roundup, I wanted to find chandelier makeovers that did something that went above and beyond just color transformations. Here are ten that will […]
Eye Candy: 8 Inexpensive, Unique and DIYable Backsplash Ideas
A few months back, Sweetie and I installed a new backsplash in our kitchen. After multiple samples and trips to tile shops, we finally found the perfect tile: pencil- cut slate. At 17 bucks a square foot, it was a bit more than we thought we’d be spending, and, because it was pencil cut, it […]
10 Ways to Reinvent a Lampshade
If you’ve ever bought a lampshade you know it isn’t exactly the most exciting item to shop for. The shades and drums that are readily available tend to be pretty basic and lack personality, or they cost an arm and a leg. Luckily, there are plenty of DIY options for those inexpensive store bought shades, […]
Roundup: 10 Modern-Minimalist Desk Lamps under $100
We’re at that point in our office makeover where we’re desperately searching for trying to find functional accessories that fit our aesthetic and our budget. Lighting is always a challenge in the affordability department it seems, so I made it my mission to hunt down 10 modern/minimalist/Scandinavian-esque desk lamps that don’t break the bank! […]
Infographic: Bachelor vs. Bachelorette Pad Designs
The peeps over at ForRent.com sent over a fun infographic entitled The Bachelor Verus the Bachelorette Pad that includes the “must haves” for each based upon criteria compiled by nearly a dozen popular design sources, including Vanity Fair, Apartment
Reader Re-Do: A Colorful Patio Furniture Makeover
Note: This project is a reader submission from Rick in St. Paul, MN. We loved his colorful wrought-iron patio furniture makeover, and wanted to share it with you. Have a project you’d like us to share? Send us an e-mail to [email protected]. “Would you like our old patio furniture?” That’s the question my uncle asked […]
Round Up: 10 Crazy-Cool Upcycled Lamps
Have you noticed that people are turning just about anything into lamps these days? I’m not talking about plumbing supplies or tripods. No, I’m talking crazy-cool, I’da-never-thought-of-that-in-a-million-damn-years kind of stuff. So, without further ado, let’s
Out of Sight or On Display: Where Do You Keep Your Paper Towels?
One of our ongoing housekeeping goals is to keep crap stuff off our kitchen countertops. Not only does it look neater (obviously), it also makes things easier to clean, and it makes the counter space look much more expansive. I’ve been toying with the idea of getting one of those in-drawer knife holders so […]
How To: Make Modern Tissue Paper Luminaries
I love the pattern created by the tissue paper in these modern luminaries. But the best part of this DIY is that you won’t need the skills of an electrician to pull off it off.
Roundup: 10 DIY Wooden Lampshade Tutorials!
We’re kicking off the new fall season with a whole month dedicated to illuminating ways to light your space. First up: a roundup of 10 awesome DIY wooden lampshades. Ready, set, MAKE!
Week 11 Journal: Painting the Curbly House (Finally!)
(Note: this post was supposed to go up last week, but I just couldn’t get it out the door in time. Sorry!) This week has been pretty crazy: a new baby boy at home, Alicia’s starting to pack up in preparation for the move, and I’ve been working on transforming the Curbly House from a […]
Lessons Learned the Hard Way: Keep Your Safety Glasses On!
…Or, why Murphy’s Law also applies to your peepers, people. The Project: Cutting out old gas lines in the Curbly House, to make way for new electrical wiring and structural reinforcements (yes, these old houses were lit gas lamps!). The Story: It was late in the day, almost time to wrap things up, but there was one […]
Roundup: 10 DIY Recipe and Cookbook Storage Ideas
Whether your recipes are in tidy cookbooks or slapped together haphazardly in a file folder, there is always room for improvement and fresh, new ideas. Here are 10 DIY projects to keep your recipes in order!
How to: Make a Modern and Colorful Geometric Mobile
I’ll admit it: I’m an excitable guy. I get really energized by surrounding myself with inspiring things. And this DIY geometric mobile project combines three of my favorites: the combination of natural wood grain and solid color, kinetic, evolving art, and really inexpensive materials that come together to look like something I’d paid bundles for. […]
Eye Candy: 7 Drool-Worthy Kitchen Pantries
Today, we’re stepping away from the typical kitchen pantry offerings and taking a tour of some of the most amazing and unique pantries I’ve seen in a very long time. Whether they may make you drool, daydream or just gawk, enjoy. This recessed area provides for a perfect pantry. The old
How To: Make a DIY Scrap Wood Bathtub Caddy from “Recycled Home”
Here it is, as promised! The instructions for how you too can make a scrap-wood bathtub caddy, courtesy of RECYCLED HOME: Transform Your Home Using Salvaged Materials by Rebecca Proctor and published by Laurence King. Rebecca’s tutorial is straight out of the pages of her book, but I’ll add notes in brackets as to how we modified […]
How to: Make a DIY Chalkboard Wall Organizer
Curbly reader and all around creative guy Matt sent in this great original DIY project he just completed. And the best part? The only tool needed build your own is a handheld drill.
7 DIY Kitchen Organization Ideas
The kitchen can be a messy place, especially when you are cooking. So any ideas for keeping one of the most used rooms in the house organized are worth taking a look at. Right? Here are seven ideas for keeping your kitchen organized and clutter-free.
How To: 5 Fast and Inexpensive Ways to Refresh Your Kitchen Cabinets
Painting kitchen cabinets is great for a budget update, but not everyone relishes doing it, and for good reason. When you have 30+ door and drawer fronts laying all over your garage floor, you’ll understand why. It’s a lot of work, if you’re going to do it right. To make life easier, here are five […]
