DIY starbursts have been crazy popular and run the gamut when it comes to design from chunky wood to spindly metal rays. Amanda from House Revivals used the art of paper mache to create her starburst mirror that was inspired by mid-century compass rose clocks and a Horchow mirror. This was also an ecofriendly project [...Read More]
Woven Pillow Cover
June 24, 2012 By Leave a Comment
You know I love me some DIY pillow projects! Aimee from Twigg Studios created a cool pillow with a windowpane effect by weaving together strips of fabric. The intertwined strips give this neutral pillow tons of pizzazz. Aimee’s pillow and her Horchow inspiration are practically twinsies! Aimee was inspired by the Windowpane Pillow from Horchow. [...Read More]
Houndstooth Christmas Stockings
December 16, 2011 By 2 Comments
After years with mismatched stockings, Brittany from Interestosity decided it was time for a little more coordination on her mantle this year. She loved some plaid stockings she found at Horchow, but at almost $100 a pop, it wasn’t happening. That’s just way too much money to hang by the chimney! Brittany simply bought some [...Read More]
Framed Abstract Painting
October 26, 2011 By 1 Comment
Kristen from My Covered Bridge set off on a venture to create her own artwork for her dining room. This just happened to be one of those projects where it’s a bit more than you bargained for. The painting was actually the simple part! It was taking apart the thrift store hotel artwork and frame [...Read More]
Felt and Lace Petal Pillow
August 3, 2011 By 4 Comments
Tonia from The Gunny Sack immediately fell in love with this petal pillow when she saw it online. Being a girl who loves to sew, Tonia knew she could make her own more affordable version. Tonia made her petals from felt and then layered felt and lace for the pillow cover to add some texture. [...Read More]
Quatrefoil Monogrammed Doormat
April 27, 2011 By Leave a Comment
Terra from Mama Says Sew created her own personalized doormat by making a stencil from freezer paper. She even drew her own quatrefoil design to add a little something extra. Once the stencil is complete, simply iron it on, add a little paint, patiently wait for it to dry (probably the hardest part), and finally [...Read More]
