Nothing says summer like kicking your feet up and relaxing in a hammock with your favorite book and a cold beverage! Here are some stylish hammocks you can make yourself, plus a few DIY swings for the kids (or kids-at-heart), too!
Urban Comfort Fimo and Sculpey were big when I was a kid back in the 80’s, but then they fell off the radar for a while. Recently, though, I’ve been noticing quite a few tutorials using polymer clay – and I wanted to share a few of them with all of you!
Julee of Warm Hot Chocolate for BuzzFeed This season feels made for hosting outdoor dinner parties and relaxing under the trees of your own backyard, especially once the sun goes down. And one of the first things I think about when it comes to outdoor entertaining is mood lighting. Why? Well, there aren’t a lot of bell and […]
A Girl And A Brush I’ve always wanted to live on the ocean; there’s something so calming about the beach. But it hasn’t happened yet, so instead I’m filling my home with nautical, beach-inspired details… and sharing my inspiration with you!
These warmer months bring about the perfect opportunity to take entertaining outdoors. I’ve rounded up 10 practical DIY projects that make entertaining all that more enjoyable, from simple upcycling through full DIY outdoor kitchens, there is something for everyone, from the hobbyist to seasoned DIYer.
A Diamond In The Stuff I’ll admit it, the wreath on my front door is leftover from last winter. So I decided that it was high time to make a colorful new summer one to freshen up the entryway. Here are ten pretty ideas that I’m using as my inspiration.
For anyone with a young family, the playroom is probably one of the most popular rooms in the house. Does yours need a little help? Or maybe a complete makeover? Grab some inspiration from these ten ultra creative spaces.
It’s raining cats and dogs! Or, cat and dog accessories anyhow. Check out these easy DIY pet projects — most can be made in a single afternoon — and let us know which one your furry friend would fancy!
Brittni Mehlhoff Inspired by an Anthropolgie installation I saw a few months ago, I created a three-dimensional piece of wall art that is easy to install and relatively inexpensive to make (the final budget came in under $50). Aside from wall art, this project also doubles as a photo booth prop, and if you have the […]
Farmer’s Pal An old upright refrigerator was resurrected into an ice chest that would be the envy of any backyard party. Wrapped in
School’s out, and the dog days of summer are here… don’t let the kids even have the chance to get bored. Try out these fun craft projects using recycled materials that you probably have laying around the house. And you’ll be doing our earth a favor while you’re at it!
(HEY! We’re giving away a $200 Home Depot gift card at the bottom of this post! Read on to find out how to win!) My dad was a jack of all trades as far as DIY was concerned. Plumbing, heating, engine repair. He did just about everything. The one thing he rarely did was make furniture. Only two […]
We all love our pets and they love us back. Why not pamper them by making their food or treats from scratch? We’ve rounded up 9 recipes to help you show those animals just how much you care! (Warning: Some look good enough for a human to eat!)
Kitties love to climb, so what better way to treat your feline fur-children than to make them a kitty tree? These six ideas range from easy to more advanced on the DIY scale, but all are sensational in their own way. Love this creation from Meow Cat. The instructions are slim, but it seems easy enough […]
Summer break is always fun at first, but sometimes as the novelty wears off and the days get hotter, the kids need some help finding things to do. Make sure they don’t utter the phrase “I’m bored” ever again with these enjoyable games and activities. 1. Play a game of rainbow tag using face paint. […]
Last week we had a post showcasing a before and after of an MCM dresser that put some people on edge. The purists were ruffled! Today, we have another example that just might keep the pot boiling. Shari made over an MCM dresser set, giving it a ‘campaign’ feel. A shadow of its former self, […]
I’m super, super excited about our Makeover Tour today! It’s kids and pets month here at Curbly, and to celebrate we’re getting a behind the scenes look at this colorful, personality-filled bedroom any kid (or grown-up) would love. Check it out!
Besides DIYing, DIYers love their pets. These 15 examples prove as much. From magical to minimal, from challenging to easy, there’s something for every decor and skill level. We’re starting of with this lovely entry from DIY Network in which a rather roomy
The Bagster is a simple alternative to rigid construction waste containers. It’s perfect if you’re doing a small remodel, or just don’t have space for a large Dumpster. As you might have seen yesterday, our Curbly House project is starting to generate a lot of construction debris. We’re ripping out all the ceilings throughout the […]
As father of a toddler and baby I’m always looking for fun and interesting ways to make food and cooking more appealing to them. I’ve found that involving them in these fun exercises has lead to them expressing more interest in our daily meal planning and preparation.
