crafts

How to Turn a Produce Box Into a Wall Organizer

In my very first blog post, I showed a picture of a wall organizer I made from a produce box.  I wanted to make another for office organization & realized I’d never done a post about it!  This is about the simplest way I can think of to make a wall organizer.  The first one […] Read more…

The Saga of Dyeing an Upholstered Chair

Well, the day has finally come for my pink chair makeover reveal.  Let’s just say – it did not turn out how I envisioned!  It did, however, turn out to be more of a challenge than I first thought it would be.  That’s the reason for the “saga” in the title.  While I have to […] Read more…

the monthly roundup May 2017

The Monthly Roundup ~ May 2017

Today is my 1 year blogiversary!  This kind of snuck up on me y’all!  I didn’t realize today was the day until I logged in & WordPress said “happy anniversary!”  As exciting as that is, I have nothing special planned for today besides the regular monthly roundup.  My son graduates tonight, so this week has […] Read more…

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Using a Photo for Fabric Art ~ Part 2: Stitching

It’s Monday and that means it’s time for some sewing fun!  Today has been a total “Monday” & that’s why this post is late.  Monday gets all the blame!  Haha!  Today’s post is part 2 of Using a Photo for Fabric Art & it’s all about stitching.  We’ll finish up the rose art quilt just […] Read more…

Repurposed Office Organizer with Succulent Planter

It’s Wednesday which means it’s time for some more DIY goodness!  Today I’m showing you another repurpose of my old jewelry box parts.  I decided to turn this part into an office organizer with a bonus planter top.  Now I’ll have some greenery to liven up my office/entry.  Yeah, my “office” is in my front door entry area! […] Read more…

Using a Photo for Fabric Art ~ Part 1

This is the post I wanted to do last Monday – during the washing machine fiasco!  Since I also wound up with a cold last week, I spent this weekend catching up.  I did get to do a little creating, so that was good!  Today I’m going to show you how to take a photo […] Read more…

The Monthly Roundup ~ April 2017

Where did April go?!?  I can’t believe it’s already time for another monthly roundup!  As usual, I’ll tell you what I’ve been up to “behind the scenes” & give you a peak at what’s coming up in May.  I’ve got some exciting news about some changes & future plans for the blog.  Y’all sit back and […] Read more…