Discarded wooden pallets can be found outside of many different stores and warehouses. They are used to hold crates, boxes, and other merchandise before it goes out onto the shop floor, and when the pallets get old and worn out, they are usually tossed out. This makes them prime craft material, after you clean them up and cut them down to size, of … [Read more...]
The Ageless Charm of Mason Jar Lanterns
"Excuse my scribbling, it is late, and I have a poor candle" Henri Rousseau Rousseau may have had a poor candle, but your decor will not. This pair of mason jar lanterns will add warmth and a soft glow to any room in your home. Rae from Hick Country, shared with Rachel from A Southern Fairy Tale, her instructions for making a pair of old fashioned … [Read more...]
Styish, Easy, and Perfect Pallet Shelf
Pallets have been the mainstay of transporting goods for a very long time. They are heavy, sturdy, and depending on the kind of wood used, will last a very long time. Probably what first caught your eye with this pallet shelf from DIYCANDY was way the pallet enhanced the items it was supporting. They plates and gravy boat never would have … [Read more...]
Time Stands Still for this Pallet Clock
What makes this clock unlike any other in the world? It is made from pallet boards. Although, not a truly functioning clock, this one of a kind design by Sarah at Little Red Brick House will stand the test of time. If you agree its time for a change, then this easy to make pallet clock may be right for you. Sarah explains how she placed the … [Read more...]
The Ins and Outs of Vertical Gardening
While it would be nice if everyone had the acreage to grow their gardens as large as they wanted, the reality is that most people don't have a lot of space, especially good and sunny space. For those who love in apartments or rent their homes, gardening can seem like even more of just a pipe dream. However, with a few products from the hardware … [Read more...]
Timeless and Treasured Antique Trunk Bookshelf
Julie from Less Than Perfect Life of Bliss stopped over to Remodelaholic to share with their readers a DIY project transforming a wooden trunk into a bookcase. Old-world craftsmanship inspired Julie and her husband to salvage "Eduardo" (they named the trunk) and give him a new leash on life. By removing the inside dividers and installing … [Read more...]
12 Vintage Decorations for the Fourth of July
"I'm proud to be an American!" Share your pride this Fourth of July with colorful and patriotic decorations. We'll stick with the traditional red, white, and blue, except these items have a vintage flare! These faded tones and old-fashioned fun are sure to make you fall in love! 1 Vintage Patriotic Canisters Old cans, jars, and gift packages can … [Read more...]
An Elegant Cracked Mirror Without the Bad Luck
Rebekah from Potholes and Pantyhose shares with us an easy to make Cracked Glass Mirror Project. After reading about her flowers, Rebekah walks us through the process of making a stunning cracked mirror. Mirrors are used in feng shui, which is the ancient Chinese practice of placement and arrangement of space. By placing objects a certain … [Read more...]
8 Simple DIY Bathroom Storage Ideas
Not having enough space in your bathroom can be very frustrating. No matter how big your bathroom is, you will always have the need for additional storage and organization. You try to make things neat but, if you don’t have enough storage space things will still look cluttered. It might not be obvious from just glancing at your bathroom, but there … [Read more...]
7 Natural Landscaping Ideas
There is not one exact definition when defining what is a natural landscape, as people have different visions and ideas. With a natural landscape, many detrimental landscape practices can be minimized or eliminated. The natural design aims not only to reduce these negative effects but to make a positive contribution to the surrounding environment … [Read more...]