Though I’ve been cleaning out my closet lately and adding some new items, I’m still holding onto some old favorites, like this Forever 21 cardigan. I know that store has a terrible reputation for making shoddy clothing that falls apart after the first wash, but I bought this cardigan at a thrift store several years […]
Links I Like
1. This copper and woven leather side table would be a fun home decor project. 2. I love this macrame planter, (and everything else on the deuce cities henhouse blog). 3. Make an easy marble tray to corral your tabletop miscellanea. 4. Knit this cozy diagonal pinstripe scarf with the free pattern. 5. Although the […]
Spicy Moscow Mule Cocktail
After having them at bars, Steven and I got really into making Moscow Mules at home. So much so that we even bought our own set of copper mugs (these, in the 12 oz size), which is what the drinks are traditionally served in. Because copper is expensive, copper mugs are relatively pricey, and in […]
DIY Gift: Beard Balm
Learn how to make your own custom DIY beard balm.
Fancy Sweatshirt Tutorial
Recently I posted about the trend of fancy sweatshirts, and I finally got around to making my own version. Mine is pretty subtle, with matte silver gems on a gray shirt, but I really like the effect. Plus, it’s nice and cozy on these cold winter days we’ve been having lately. Here’s how to make […]
Links I Like
1. Make your own decal sweatshirt. 2. This free printable calendar is the perfect way to keep track of 2014. 3. How to dye fabric with black beans. 4. This giant pom pom blanket looks perfectly cozy… 5. …and it would go so well with this faux fur footstool. 6. This feather back necklace is […]
5 Goals for 2014
I guess I’m a day or two late with this post, so maybe working on my punctuality should be one of my goals. But I was totally ignoring the New Year’s resolution cliché until I was confronted with some thoughtful posts about the subject, and decided that maybe it would be a good idea after […]
Favorite Projects of 2013
It’s New Year’s Eve, which is the perfect time for a round-up of my favorite posts and projects on the blog this year. Over the years I’ve realized that one of my favorite things is trying out new skills and techniques, and I definitely got to do that with some of these projects. From mixing […]
Links I Like
1. Whip up a pretty patterned tray just in time for New Year’s celebrations. 2. These typography cookies are super fun. 3. There’s still time to sew yourself a pretty tulle party skirt for holiday festivities. 4. I’m sure your feathered friends would appreciate this DIY modern bird feeder. 5. Add some DIY stamped artwork […]