It seems like it might be difficult to make something both modern and rustic, but the Emmerson dining table from West Elm has the look of rustic reclaimed wood with the shape and design of a modern table. It also rings in at $1500! Morgan and Sean from Charleston Crafted loved the look but decided that the design seemed simple enough to build on … [Read more...]
Keep The Kids Super Cool With These 7 DIY Water Games
Summer is here in full swing and you may be looking for some cool ideas to help your kids beat the blistering heat. Whether you are planning a summer birthday party, bible summer vacation activities, or just looking to keep your clan cool this summer, we think you and your kids will love these 7 ideas. 1. Duck, Duck, Splash! Duck, Duck, … [Read more...]
Outdoor Furniture For the Rustic At Heart
Would you love to have a sturdy, yet rustic chair to sit outside this summer and enjoy nature? Who would have thought that 6" x 6" posts stacked together would achieve a great rustic look. Karen from The Art of Doing Stuff wanted the inspiring Restoration Hardware Aspen Collection outdoor furniture, but needed to save her money for a new Tiara. A … [Read more...]
DIY Floral Applique Curtains
Laura from Décor to Adore has had a love affair with appliqued curtains for awhile now. She first saw them at Anthropologie but had to pass thanks to their hefty price tag. Instead she turned to one of my favorite curtains sources, Ikea, to make her own. Laura chose a tablecloth with a pattern and color scheme she loved, cut closely around the … [Read more...]
DIY Topiaries
You don't need to spend tons of money on a pretty topiary from designers when you can easily make your own for just a few dollars. Kathryn from Do It on a Dime has a really cheap and easy way to make your own cute topiaries with supplies from the dollar store. She picked up an inexpensive planter, craft moss, and floral foam and was able to put … [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...]
Sassy Striped Bookends
Do you have a couple of books that you want to display on a desk or shelf but need bookends that reflect your sassy style? Sarah and Jessica, the two BFF's from Pretty Providence, were inspired by bookends they saw at West Elm. The West Elm bookends, made from marble and wood, priced out at $49 each. Sarah knew she could make a set for less. … [Read more...]
Interior Barn Door DIY
Have you built a sliding barn door for your house yet? What are you waiting for? If you said that you are looking for an easy to follow video tutorial, well then we have the one for you. Mike from Modern Builds has built his brand around accessibility- making sure that all of his projects are "simple enough that any beginner maker can create, yet … [Read more...]
Easy Scandinavian-Inspired DIY Projects
One of the biggest trends in decor right now is Scandinavian-inspired minimalist pieces. This chic style has become extremely popular, and it gives your home the impression of being very luxurious without being over-the-top. Many major home designers and boutiques are selling expensive Scandinavian-inspired pieces. However, you don't need to blow … [Read more...]
Update a Glass Vase with a Woven Placemat
Jennifer from Decorated Chaos loved the look of Ballard’s Seagrass Hurricanes for summer. While she wanted them badly, this thrifty chick wasn’t about to dish out an exorbitant amount of money for one! Instead, Jennifer gathered a thrifted set of seagrass placemats and some glass cylinders and made her own beachy vase and candle … [Read more...]