Soon the skies will be bursting with glittery pops of vivid color to celebrate America’s birthday and so too will your holiday table. Summer casual doesn’t always have to mean checkered table cloths and plastic ware! Bring an opulent touch of “Backyard Chic” to your Fourth of July celebration befitting a bygone era by combining…Continue Reading “Fourth of July”
For the most part, OSB board is considered just a heavy duty and super functional component in the building process. But a simple piece of plywood can be so much more than that. For instance, it can be crafted into a beautiful, indestructible placemat perfectly suited for all those al fresco dinner parties this summer….Continue Reading “Plywood Placemat”
I have such fond memories of spending time with my grandmother in the kitchen. Often times standing alongside her in a kitchen chair helping out with each little task. Which included washing dishes and placing them in her heavily worn dish drainer. So, when I came across one tossed in the “free pile” at a…Continue Reading “Dish Drainer Caddy”
Aluminum cans, for the most part, are overlooked as just means of preserving foods for a long shelf life and tossed into the recycling. But empty tin cans have a great deal of hidden potential. With just a bit of upcycling, they are transformed into vases for flowers, utensil holders, place card holders, or to…Continue Reading “Aluminum Can Containers”
Make guests at your Memorial Day gathering feel extra special with their own mini flag place card. These beautiful flag place cards are the perfect way to decorate the table in an understated, festive way and are easy to create using simple materials. Add vintage buttons or ribbon to further customize each flag. Slip them…Continue Reading “Flag Place Cards”
Rusty, old tin is a common sight when traveling down any country road in the South. Each piece of tin has a unique patina created from years of wear and tear from the elements. I am especially drawn to pieces that are painted or are extra rusty. To add a patriotic element to your holiday…Continue Reading “Rustic Tin Stars”
Revisit those outdated, chunky brass or wood candlesticks in the attic and transform them into a functional centerpiece. Alternating heights add visual interest to simple arrangements of flowers or other items. Colorful spray paints or chalk paint of your choice can perfectly coordinate them to your unique decor needs. Customize them further by distressing or…Continue Reading “Upcycling Candlesticks”
Succulents have been gaining popularity over the last couple of years and can be found in most garden centers and specialty nurseries nationwide. The term succulent is derived from the latin word sucus, meaning, juice and is used in describing their thick, fleshy leaves or stems. Attractive, interesting, and super low-maintenance make succulents the perfect…Continue Reading “Suburb Succulents”
PROJECT: REVIVING VINYL SHUTTERS Vinyl is a synthetic resin or plastic made from ethylene and chlorine. When combined and processed, these substances form Polyvinyl-Chloride (PVC). Vinyl shutters are a prevalent sight on many newly, built homes and structures throughout the world. Shutters made of vinyl are durable, lightweight, and cost-effective in comparison to their traditional…Continue Reading “Reviving Vinyl Shutters”
PROJECT: FAIRY GARDEN TERRARIUM Fairies. The legend of these magical woodland beings has been a subject of fascination for children and adults alike for centuries. Champions of nature and good fortune, fairies are a welcome guest anywhere they chose to appear. However, they can be very elusive and require a bit of coaxing to…Continue Reading “Fairy Garden Terrarium”