There is no easier or less expensive way to transform a room than by painting it. Even if you paint it the same color, the clean look will both thrill and inspire you. While painting a room is not complicated, visiting your local paint or home-improvement store can feel overwhelming. By selecting the proper paint…
While sunning yourself on the beach this summer, take some time to gather shells. They’re plentiful, free, and can become beautiful objects for your home, full of wonderful memories. Don’t forget to take a few pictures, too. Shell Frame Supplies: seashells plain, wooden frame hot glue gun and glue sticks 1. Select shells, rinse, and…
1. Measure existing duvet. While sizes should be standard for full, queen, and king, it’s better not to be surprised when your cover doesn’t fit. You will need enough fabric for two sides of your duvet PLUS 1 1/2 extra inches for seam allowances. You will also need an extra 10-16 inches for the overlapped…
Keeping your lovely home clean and in order takes a bit of effort. The last thing you need is a stubborn stain. While it is tempting to take it to a professional cleaner, treating the stain may not be as difficult as you think. Assemble your “Stain Busting Tools” and check out the chart below…
It’s easy to make sweet little bibs! They are perfect gifts that are easy to wash, are very practical, and have endless possibilities for color and pattern choices. Supplies pre-made bib (with overlapping tabs) for tracing medium weight interfacing to make pattern 2 pieces of cotton fabric the size of your traced bib (those in…
Seemingly old-fashioned, as in something you’d find in a drawer at grandma’s house, sachets can be both pretty and practical. They are aestetically pleasing when made from lovely fabrics and filled with heavenly scents, but can also serve to freshen linens, suitcases, and even keep insects away from fabrics. Handmade sachets make lovely gifts for…
Mind your manners . . . watch your p’s and q’s . . . proper etiquette . . . Who came up with what’s proper and what is not? Should we still pay attention to such “rules” or are they outdated in today’s society? Manners are basically ways to show kindness and respect towards others…
Glass has been a decorative element in homes for thousands of years, dating back to ancient Egypt, Greece, and Rome. Though it was often used for practical purposes, even the ancients appreciated its artistic possibilities, creating beautiful shapes and colors. Today glass continues to be admired for both form and function. Masters of glass blowing…
What percentage of adults have played with playdough at some point in their lives? We may not know the exact number, but surely it is high. At home, in school, at a birthday party – playdough abounds in the world of children’s activities. Bright colors attract the eye, the smooth, soft texture is pleasing to…
Eyes tired? Need a pick-me-up? No time for a weekend at the spa? This relaxing eye pillow, filled with flax seed and lavender, might do the trick. The gentle weight of the flax seed refreshes, the scent of lavender soothes, and the pillow itself blocks out the light to rejuvenate your eyes. Plus it can…