Yesterday I had a great idea for today’s installment of Foodie Friday: a roundup of recipes using Oreo cookies. Little did I know that Nabisco has that pretty much covered. From beverages to pies to candies and everything in between, you can find dozens and dozens of recipes on their website featuring that quintessential black […]
Well, you probably can’t make all ten this weekend (if you somehow manage to actually accomplish that feat, well, let’s say I owe you a lollipop). Â But, if you’re itchin’ for a new light fixture that’s both stylish and easy on the wallet, here are ten separate weekend projects for your consideration! Â (Pick and choose, […]
As part of this month’s emphasis on thrift, recycling, and creative re-use, we’re giving away a series of alternative uses cheat sheets. These are simple, smartly-designed PDFs based on some of our most popular alternative uses blog posts. Print them out and put one on your pantry door, fridge, or in your junk drawer for easy […]
So… let’s say you just finished up an epic weekend of tree pruning and yard clearing, or just happen to have a pile of sticks and logs hanging around. Â If you’re a resourceful Curblier, you know there’s something to be done with all that yard waste besides tossing it or turning it into a giant […]
This July, we’re focusing on all things thrifty, recycle-y, and makeover-y. Last week, I rounded up a bunch of cool repurposed projects, and this week, well, I’m doing it again (notice a trend?). First up: DIY-Maven’s craft room arty abacus uses spools of thread in a creative way: Have a spare wine barrel lying around? How about […]
Artwork. For my money, it’s the number one way to add personality to a room. Sure, a $25 can of paint can make a big impact, but I’ll take a white room with loads of art over boldly painted walls any day. But, of course, you can’t just go to the artwork store and scan […]
This flea market find was in dire need of some TLC. Â Fortunately, it landed in just the right hands! Â Ready for the after? Â Read on! Â
Pavers, plants and ponds, oh my! ‘Tis landscaping season in Curblyland. If you have a vision of a backyard oasis dancing in your head but need a little inspirational push to start digging in, here are five fabulous before and afters to prime the pump. We start with a project from Visionscapes Northwest. The backyard […]
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It’s no secret that I’m obsessed with wrapping paper and ribbon (Remember my closet? And yes, it still looks the same, only now it has even more wrapping paper… and about three times as much ribbon!). Â One of my favorite go-to, wrap-it-in-a-pinch, easy peasy gift wrapping strategies is the no-fail “brown paper package tied up […]
Want your curb appeal to grab attention? Paint your front door a kicky color. For inspiration, check these impressive entries. First up is an entry from Dalliance Design. The color choice is bold for sure, but what an impact, especially framed by that crisp white.
When I first spotted this image on Flickr, I fell in love with the idea immediately. Â What a beautiful installation this would make in a guest room, living room, or even the master bedroom! Â It’s soft and whimsical, crafty and nostalgic all at the same time. Â Can you guess what it’s made of? Â
My birthday is on June 17th, which, when you’re a kid, is a pretty great day for a birthday. You never have to go to school, the activity options are endless, and your party can always include a squirt gun fight. Related Video: But, each year I also get another special, seasonal gift. Even now, […]
So you LOVE blue Mason jars, but don’t have the cash to run to your nearest antique store to buy any. OR you LOVE the idea of colored glass but just not blue glass. No worries. Craftberry Bush teaches us how to dye any old clear glass jar rescued from the recycling into any color […]
Ahhh, the 80s: the decade where style went to die. Â Also, the decade when this bathroom was first imagined, complete with a pastel pink, blue, and white color scheme. Â Hold on to this image for a moment before you check out the “After” of this unbelievable makeover, because really, it’s pretty unbelievable. Â Okay. Â Ready? Â Go! […]
What do broken doorknobs, salvaged pavement chunks, and pieces of unused sewer pipe all have in common? Â Some serious – and surprising – DIY decor potential! Â
Last summer, my mother-in-law came across a Radio Flyer tricycle at a garage sale. It was in the “Free” section and she nabbed it, thinking that if it were cleaned up a bit, our daughter Ayla might like to give it a pedal. It sat in her garage for a year until we came upon […]
A home isn’t complete without art on the walls but let’s face it: art can be expensive, not to mention the potential cost of framing said pieces. Â If your bare walls are screaming out for a little art lovin’, we’ve got a DIY solution that’ll make a big impact on your space – not your […]
Oh man. Â I would have LOVED this as a kid. Â Heck, I’d probably still like making a few of these crayon rocks (I’ve always been fascinated by materials and the various forms they can take). Â If there’s some childlike wonder to entertain, either for yourself or, you know, for an actual child, then we have […]
 Whether you call it a caravan or a camper, there’s no denying that this makeover is downright magical! Â
