1. These cement conversation hearts would be a fun Valentine’s Day project. 2. Hack an Ikea side table with copper leaf and marble contact paper. 3. This sidewalk stencil that’s only visible when the sidewalk is wet is an amazing idea, especially for the soggy Pacific NW. 4. Organize your space with DIY modern pegboard shelves. […]
DIY Gift: Beard Balm
Learn how to make your own custom DIY beard balm.
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This utility bucket ottoman is genius. See the DIY instructions here. I love the feathery look of this flower pompom. It would be super cute on a bride. If you like baths, check out these instructions for a homemade bubble bath. A nice hot lavender-scented bath sounds very relaxing. You could also whip up some […]
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Loving this little fringed heart, though I think a bigger one (like this one), filled with candy, would be super fun for an anti-Valentine’s Day party. Valentine’s Day haters could take turns hitting it with a bat to express their feelings about this most sentimental of holidays. These customized polka-dot pillowcases are a great use […]
Fun with Packaging
Since I’ve been running an Etsy shop, I’ve become much more aware of holidays and celebrations. Especially the kinds that require gifts. Of course there’s Christmas, but beyond that there are weddings, birthdays, anniversaries, and, coming right up, Valentine’s Day. Last year I made downloadable space cards, but didn’t do anything for my shop. This […]
Etched Chevron Vase DIY
Glass etching sounds like one of those things that requires industrial equipment, but in reality it’s super easy and fun. All you really need is something glass to etch, etching cream, and something to make patterns with. I’m using tape here, but stickers also work. It’s a great way to personalize plain thrifted vases or […]
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This crystal wallpaper installation by Roger Hiorns is nothing short of amazing. These raspberry truffle brownies look delicious, and bonus, they’re vegan! I love this tree table project from Camille Styles. If park & cube’s pictures are anything to go by, the ASOS Spring 2012 collection looks divine. This hand-stamped Valentine picnic set would be […]
Knit Heart Handwarmers Pattern
Lately I’ve been on a knitting kick, which I’m going to blame entirely on the snowy winter we’ve been having here. Just my luck to move to Boston in an especially harsh year. When it’s cold and wet outside and you don’t need to go out, snuggling in front of a movie with some knitting […]