There are a few things that simply seem to belong on a bedside table: a lamp, alarm clock, perhaps a pair of glasses, and a few magazines or books. Then, once you add a few personal items (mine usually include a crossword puzzle or two and a glass of water), and there’s not a lot […]
Have you seen Armén Rotch’s tea bag art yet?  (Pictured above if you haven’t.) They look a little like pixilated landscapes that, apparently, smell heavenly. After seeing them, and falling a little in love, I was wondering who else was making art using tea bags. Here’s some of the best I found. These first two are by […]
A friend forwarded me one of those emails her husband got at work. It was full of photos of amazing staircases plus some strange magic eye type puzzles. Being the visual person that I am, I became completely fixated on the staircases and even went so far as to search for more and more visually […]
This, my friends, is a blank slate. It’s also a slightly fuzzy picture (sorry about that) of a very large unfinished window in a room I would one day like to sleep in instead of living in a garage. Ah, wishful thinking. But daydreaming aside, something had to be done with this thing and after […]
I have to start this off with two confessions. 1.) I’m coming off of a 10 hour painting marathon, which means I’ve been breathing more toxic fumes than oxygen for most of the day and probably you shouldn’t take anything I say too seriously. Also, 2.) Hi… I’m Kit from DIYdiva.net, and my introductions should […]
One week ago, Ellen, author of NouveauStitch and my new online BFF, purchased this “before” chair at her local HomeGoods store with the intention of slipcovering it. As always, she knew exactly what she wanted and set right to work creating a slipcovered version of her inspiration chair. Well, things didn’t go as planned. Here’s […]
We have a gas fireplace, and although it’s eminently practical, sometimes I wish it were a traditional wood-burning fireplace. If for no other reason than to make it over in the off seasons. Here’s a few ideas
You don’t have to ask me twice to talk about DIY headboards! The headboard is that very special piece of furniture that’s up for anything, design-wise (in my opinion, anyway!). Whether understated or ornate, headboards can be painted, upholstered, woven, salvaged, taped on the wall – you name it. You can essentially make a headboard out of anything […]
 I made this sconce set about a year ago but I just discovered this great site! (Sorry but I couldn’t find how to rotate the wall photo). My design has 2 ceramic tealights screwed to the front of the Malma mirror & 2 screwed directly to the wall. This design fits my small space […]
Before we begin, let’s take a few moments to reflect the being who is Matt Bomer. Not only does he play Neal Caffery, the main character in USA’s White Collar, he is without a doubt the most beautiful man walking the planet. (If you disagree, I’d be happy to argue the point in the comments […]
Have an alarm clock with a display that’s just too bright? This simple and easy fix will help you dim the light of your alarm clock.
Remember Cat from last week’s High Voltage Hallway Makeover? Well here’s another one of her precious gems. I could hardly wait to show you her contest winning bedroom makeover. No joke. She actually won a Domino Magazine decorating contest and 10k for her soft and sensual bedroom upgrade. Hang on to your hats.
Whipping up something special for that special someone doesn’t have to take much time. In the case of most of these sweet treats, a few minutes is all that’s required! From dips to whips, there’s something for everyone. Your Home Based Mom tells us how to successfully dip an Oreo. (Pictured above.) Susie’s Confections does […]
Valentine’s Day may be only 4 days away, but you still have plenty of time to make something special for your favorite people. Here’s some quick and easy projects that you can whip up in no time! Pictured above:  These patterned fortune cookie freebees from Celeste are a MUST download. Pictured below: A book of […]
There’s something quite beautiful about the fact that almost any old dresser can be turned into your own personal work of art. They’re essentially a blank canvas waiting for an inspired transformation. Often, the hardest part is seeing beyond the chipped paint and missing hardware to where you can take that thing. Whether it’s plain […]
This weekend, a friend and I went to a seminar at our nearby Pottery Barn for an ‘accessorizing’ seminar and, like a good blogger, I took notes to share with my peeps. If you’re not a fan of the PB style, that’s cool. These suggestions will work for any interior.
The best reaction you can get from your sweetie after she has opened her Valentine’s gift is a squeal with delight. This roundup of affordable luxury includes such things that will surely produce the desired reaction and all are $100 or less. We’re gonna start with one of the big guns: Tiffany. Don’t hyperventilate. Tiffany […]
Lacy luminaires wouldn’t ordinarily be my style, but when I saw the rustic burlap mixed with doilies, I stopped dead in my tracks. The contrast of lace and burlap, a canning jar and pink satin ribbon…oh baby, I can’t resist that kind of craft. Over on Crafts by Amanda you’ll see exactly how to put […]
You know that aisle at Goodwill that has all the cruddy wood knick-knacks made out of pine with that yellow orangey stain? It’s the one that has lots of wood pieces with heart shaped cut outs. Change of policy: Don’t walk by it, stop and hunt for a display shelf. You will not believe what […]
