This week I shared a tutorial for how to build a simple shelf ledge, and a recipe for apple crisp with slow cooker whiskey salted caramel sauce. This weekend I’ll be up to my usual tricks, makin’ messes in the name of DIY. How about you? When I wrote up my list of reasons to […]
Weekend Inspiration
This weekend I’m heading off for an island getaway. Which isn’t quite what it sounds like–we’ll be visiting a little island off the coast of Washington for an afternoon of ziplining. It’s a belated birthday trip that’ll also include a stop in Astoria, Oregon, so if you’ve got any Astoria recommendations, send ’em my way. […]
Marble Madness
Although I’ve already done plenty of marble DIYs (like marble and copper candleholders, marble photo stands, and marble geometric ornaments), I’m not at all sick of the material. In fact, I think I might like it even more, especially combined with metallics. It’s such a soft, natural design element in both fashion and interiors, and you might be […]
Weekend Inspiration No. 4
If you’re in need of a new bench, this woven leather bench or this walnut live-edge bench are both gorgeous DIY options. How fun is this DIY giant outdoor connect four game? There’s plenty of time to make one before summer starts! As a cat lady, I think I need these cat potholders in my […]
Weekend Inspiration No. 3
Photo from my instagram. Need more space for plants? (Of course you do.) These floating window shelves might be just the ticket. If you’re a knitter, these chunky round knit pillows look like a fun project. Naan is probably my favorite type of bread, but I’ve never made it. This weekend I want to give […]
Weekend Inspiration No. 2
Image from my instagram. I’m trying to figure out what I’ll get up to this weekend, because there are the things I should do, but they don’t match the things I want to do. Isn’t that always the way? Maybe the trick is to do a bit of each. If you’ve got some free time […]
12 DIY Mother’s Day Gift Ideas
Mother’s Day is coming up (Sunday, May 8, 2016) here in the US, do you know what you’re getting your mom? If you haven’t yet figured out a gift for your mom, there’s still plenty of time to make her one. Here are 12 DIY Mother’s Day gift ideas from my archives, and I’ll be sharing a […]
My DIY Kitchen Makeover
It used to be, whenever we spent time in our kitchen, we just tried to ignore how unattractive it was. That’s because it looked like this: But not anymore. The makeover is totally complete! And it’s a wonder what a difference it makes to how much we enjoy the space. When your stove doesn’t look […]
Outfits and Interiors: Mixed Metals
Up until a few years ago, I only ever wore silver. And I only used silver-colored metal in my home. Brass or yellow gold, in my jewelry or decor, was off-limits. But then something changed. I started to mix the metals of my jewelry, beginning with brass and rose gold. That slowly crept into my decor, […]