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 fabric and recreated her … [Read more...]
Framed Abstract Painting
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 and then putting it all back together that proved to … [Read more...]
Felt and Lace Petal Pillow
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. This lovely pillow is an eye catcher yet lends such … [Read more...]
Quatrefoil Monogrammed Doormat
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 place your doormat outside for the … [Read more...]
Mirrored Writing Desk
Sarah from Three Boys revamped a writing desk into a beautiful faux mirrored finish beauty. I have never seen this done that it has had such a sheen without actually using mirrors. This is absolutely beautiful and a perfect fit in that niche. Her inspiration piece was the Mirrored Writing Desk from Horchow that retails for $1849. Go … [Read more...]