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Although Mylinda made this purse out of potato chip bags, you can also use cookie. Besides about 20 bags, you’ll need a rotary cutter, a home-made ‘needle’ made out of a credit card (instructions are included in the post to make it), DMC embroidery floss or crochet thread and a zipper. For the complete process, […]
Wow. Creativity, beauty, and a bit o’ function…everything great design is all about. Michael from Spool Sewing offers a free how-to and pattern to create this amazing mobile from fallen twigs, some fishing line and eyehooks, and leftover fabric scraps. The fabric bird pattern alone is worth a million. Via.
Here’s a superb way to make use of leftover socks bereft of their mates: turn them into potholders! All you need is one of those old school potholder weaving looms and a bunch of lonely cotton socks cut into 1/4″ thick loops. Jen at Re-nester bought her loom at a craft store, but she suggests […]
I grew tired of not wearing my jewelry because I couldn’t find it in my jewelry box. A display pegboard seemed like a good alternative to the messy box. Props you’ll need: a large wooden frame (I used an 16″ by 20″) a piece of MDF veneer or plywood to fit inside the frame. (I […]
Made from Anthropologie-looking fabric, the Laptop Messenger Bag has a smooth chocolate brown recycled leather strap (from an Ann Taylor skirt) and a back pocket cut out of a recycled bomber jacket. To be perfectly honest, I did take the outside pocket right off of my original Placemat Hack: Flaptop Laptop Cover. This handy messenger version […]
My sister Barbara was shopping for a zen rake, and it occurred to her that I should make a zen garden for Curbly. Well, here it is…a zen garden on a budget. (Thanks for the idea, sis!) Stuff you’ll need: A thick-ish picture frame; 8″ x 10″ works well. (I found the perfect specimen at […]
BHG has this really simple but very effective flower arrangement idea. All you need is a clear glass pitcher, a tall glass, some lemon slices and flowers. First, slip the glass inside the pitcher. Then slice lemons into 1/4″ slices and arrange them between the glass and the pitcher. Of course, you’ll start at the […]
A new blog’s a-brewing…Modern Furniture Plans. So states their “About” page: “This blog is devoted to finding modern furniture plans. The key is to find designs that appeal, that are easy to build, that don’t break the bank, and that are more unique than anything you can find in any store.” So far, there’s just […]
Chevron striped fabrics are no where to be found, so after finding this awning-like fabric, I cut and sewed my own. Fabric cut on the bias is a blessing and a curse. You need the stretch when sewing welt cord, but you don’t need the stretch when sewing flat seams. To sew your own modern chevron design, follow this simple tutorial: […]
Yesterday while surfing, I came across these ‘Importance Task Clips’ at Perpetual Kid (12 for $7.99). I thought they were a clever organizational tool and–better yet–totally diyable! What you need: several medium-sized (1 1/4″) binder clipsa label-maker ORan extra-fine-point paint pen (I used an opaque white) What you do: For the label option, you’ll want […]
Just finished this mat to go with my Bathroom Redo. It has a peculiar providence, I was mooching around the CB2 website, doing a little window shopping and I spotted a cool pebble mat like this fellow for $54. Me: ‘Hey, I had that idea too!’ I just didn’t get around to doing it!” My Sweetie: […]
This apron was inspired by Mary Ray’s tutorial over at craftstylish. I’m afraid Mary Ray lost me around step 3 so I decided to wing it. (The instructions might look lengthy, but the project is really simple and works up in no time at all!) What you need: 2 large fabric napkins (I found mine […]
BHG has some completely inspiring before and after shots of rather easy bookcase make-overs. Simple unfinished offerings like this one can be transformed to suit a variety of styles. First up is the contemporary version. It was stained in a deep ebony and then a roller shade was installed to cover the less tidy bits. […]
The thrill of the hunt quickly goes south when you realize the plaid Herculon sofa you snagged for $15.99 will set you back at least $500.00 to reupholster, not including the twenty some yards of fabric you have to buy. Impulsiveness is part of the buzz, but if you’re a thrift shopper who is seriously shopping for recyclable materials, you need a plan. […]
I’m going to come right out and say it. I HATE our bathroom with afiery passion. After living with it for a year-and-a-bit I decided thatsomething had to be done. Now my first choice would have been to ripit out, burn the pieces and salt the earth, cursing all the while.Trouble is this is a […]
Here are 3 free dog biscuits recipes you can make at home for a lot less money than you think. Treating your dog to something special has never been this quick, easy and inexpensive. You may never have taken him to a doggie day spa (too prissy), doggie day care (too many other dogs), or […]
Finally, the last step of this project – the seats. The snaps and the backs were more entailed, these are standard, boxed, no cord, with top stitching. Take apart the seat tops and boxing, lay it out on your new fabric and cut out the pieces. 1. Check out the condition of the foam. If […]
Making the back cushions was the only complicated part of this project. Once I figured out the length of the tabs and how to set the snaps, it was a breeze. 1. The first thing I did was take apart the old back cushion and trace it on the new fabric. 2. Make the snap tabs using the […]
How to use stainless steel contact paper to update old appliances.
