I was at an event recently where the pretty outdoor tablecloths were blowing every which way in the wind, knocking over table settings and just being outright annoying. The solution the hosts used was to tie the tablecloths onto the table, ruining the table staging. Let’s face it, even those tablecloth clips break up the […]
Hands down the best, easiest and most cost effective way to make a big impact in your outdoor living space is by adding a pergola. Not only do they provide visual interest, they also provide a dappled shady spot in which to relax. This particular pergola assignment began with some ground rules. First, the pergola had […]
“This fly paper is delicious!” How couldn’t it be with ingredients like this? 1/4 cup maple syrup 1 tablespoon brown sugar 1 tablespoon granulated sugar brown paper
It’s 95 degrees today and all I can think about is retreating to a lush garden with a cold drink and a good book. If that garden happens to have a pool, all the better. Instead, the reality of my yard is a rectangle of semi-alive grass surrounded by vinyl fencing. It’s boring and drab, […]
And by super easy, I mean if you have any motor skills AT ALL, you can make a bath mat just like this recycled cork one ($125) (shop other cork bath mats, and here) Danny Seo from the craft blog Daily Danny shares this DIY bath mat idea. All you need is a whole bunch of wine […]
I know what you are thinking: paper and outdoors?? Well, perhaps not permanantly, but for those non-rainy summer gatherings, you will want your outdoors do be as fun and welcoming as your indoors. Paper is inexpensive, comes in a bazillion varieties, and makes a big impact! Here’s a big tip: start with a ready-made paper […]
First a short story. Last August I went to a well-regarded local garden center and spent about 40 bucks on a wind chime. After ONE MONTH, this is what it looked like: The wood was split and the finish (yes, it had a finish) was peeling. So, when I determined to design/make a wind chime, […]
The landscaping around my house – if you could even call it that – has been the aspect of my home I’m least proud of. And the reasoning is simple, my modern tastes can make things really expensive really fast. But with a little elbow grease, these DIY concrete planters just might be the start […]
Whether you’re looking to add a bit of modern flare to a deck, patio, entryway, or windowsill, you’ve come to the right place. We’ve rounded up over 25 hip planters that are sure to add a mod vibe to your living space! If you’re ready to get growin’ in style, read on!
I know, I know. It’s June and we’re not exactly in the middle of jacket weather. But this DIY industrial coat rack from you_have_broken_the_internet is so genius that I want to run out to the hardware store and make it immediately.
Q: What’s more fun than a brightly colored, modern, pleated paper lamp shade? A: A brightly colored, modern, pleated paper lamp shade you made yourself! Because paper is somewhat rigid and requires only minimal interior framing, it is perfect for making lamp shades. You start this project with a rectangular sheet of paper, pleat it […]
Just because school is out for the summer doesn’t mean you can’t enlighten some minds with science! I mean c’mon, kids of all ages are fascinated by silly putty, add some magnetism to that equation and BAM! You’ve just blown a few minds. What more coud you ask for?
Let’s begin with a logic experiment: I am not a morning person. I love drawers. In fact, it’s a borderline fetish. I am a mother. How does 2 help me with 1 even though I am 3? Easy. I made a Drawer Sandwich Station. My DSS helps me prepare sandwiches for my kids for school in no […]
Crafty tech heads or techy crafters: this one’s for you!
Dining by candlelight indoors is one thing; dining outdoors by candlelight…now that is romantic. In this our third original outdoor decor project for the month we elevate the romance by constructing an outdoor chandelier. Note: If using REAL candles in your chandelier, keep in mind the distance of the flame to objects overhead. Add to the […]
Yes, I know, DIY cake/cupcake stands aren’t exactly new to the blogosphere, but I thought it was high time we had a round up of the best on The Curb. Some are ingenious in the materials used, some are simply pretty. All of them, however, prove that you can use just about ANYTHING to make […]
Whether you’ve got some branches left over from making a few tree limb coasters or you’re just looking to add a few rustic embellishments to your abode, this whimsical pencil holder is just the DIY project you need!
Inspired by the Prouvé Potence Lamp, this DIY version is just as sleek and minimal without the maximum price tag!
In our second original outdoor decor project for this month, we’re going to make a rain chain! Why? Because they’ve become a very popular alternative to the utilitarian downspout as a way to direct rain from your gutters to the ground. Search ‘rain chain’ on the google and you’ll see that besides being popular, they […]
It sounds almost un-American … is there such a thing as too much lawn in a culture that glorifies riding lawn mowers and robotic grass trimmers? The overwhelming feeling about lawns seems to be “the more the better”. And if they’re more uniform than your wall-to-wall carpeting, even better. Well, Evelyn Hadden, an award-winning gardening author […]
