How to Paint a Wood Dresser with Country Chic Paint

With minimal preparation needed, its a fun way to revive dated furniture. Over the past few months weve been renovating the bedrooms in our small family cottage. However, we have receive products from Country Chic. This post also contains affiliate links (indicated with *) for your shopping convenience. You findour full disclosure here. How to Paint a Wood Dresser using Country Chic Paint: 2. Remove all drawers and dresser doors and place on a well protected surface....

August 17, 2017 · 1 min · 203 words · Ryan Huff

How to Make Resin Pendants with Lavender

Last fall I was determined to plant lavender everywhere! Not only are the flowers beautiful, smell amazing and foliage gorgeous, the bees loooove them. Unfortunately the few lavender bushes I did plant in the spring didnt produce many flowers. However, our mom has several mature bushes around her home. I have lots of crafts ideas in mind for these lovelies. They turned out just beautifully and would make lovely gifts for friends and family....

August 10, 2017 · 1 min · 160 words · Kim Santiago

How to Refinish a Table with Paint and a Stencil

Since we were pairing this table with other beachy decor, we selected a fun fish scale stencil. See how we used this paint to create apineapple succulent planter! However, we have (and continue to) receive products from DecoArt. This post also contains affiliate links (indicated with *) for your shopping convenience. You findour full disclosure here. confirm that the piece is completely dry before moving on to the next steps....

August 7, 2017 · 2 min · 226 words · Lauren Stewart

Free Printable Summer Flowers Greeting Cards

These happy Dahlias look sweet as lollipops and weve left them blank to be used for any special occasion. Finally, this blossoming Pink Phlox reminds us to say Thank You for all that we have! We hope you enjoy these lovelies! We also have a whole class on Skillshare dedicated to making greeting card gift sets using these floral cards. Useour referral link to get 2 free months of Skillshare Premium....

August 2, 2017 · 1 min · 79 words · Emily Allison

A Simple Rustic DIY Shelf with Driftwood

We had so many ideas for different ways to use it that we almost couldnt make up our minds! The second bedroom of the 2-bedroom cottage bungalow makeover is in full swing. you might find thefull design plan for the room hereas well as the before video below. We also made thishanging driftwood shelvesfor the cottage bathroom makeover. Did we mention we LOVE driftwood? Should you choose to buy items through these links we make a small commission at no expense to you....

July 30, 2017 · 2 min · 224 words · Carly Lindsey

How To Make a Silicone Mold: DIY Ring Cone

you might readour full disclosure statement here. Happily, I now have a beautiful place to store and display my rings when Im not wearing them. To make the faux-marbled ring cone we first needed to make our own cone-shaped silicone mold. The creative possibilities are literally endless! We also recently madethese faux-stone beadsusing Easy-Sculpt self hardening epoxy modeling clay. Check it out, can you tell that theyre not real stones?...

July 24, 2017 · 1 min · 178 words · Jessica Rios

How to Paint Wood Furniture the Easy Way: Beachy Painted Headboard

Well, the truth is that even we had our doubts over how this refinished headboard would turn out. Disclosure: We have not received any compensation for this post. However, we have (and continue to) receive products from DecoArt. This post also contains affiliate links (indicated with *) for your shopping convenience. You findour full disclosure here. you’re able to find some of the before photos and ourdecorating ideas for the beach-themed bedroom here....

July 24, 2017 · 1 min · 154 words · Joseph Gregory

How to Clean Pine Cones for Crafts (3 Easy Steps!)

HomeHow to Clean Pine Cones for Crafts (3 Easy Steps!) If youre wondering how to clean pine cones for crafting, youve come to the right place. Or createpretty pine cone rosesorpine cone flowers for Halloweenwith them. We even have a whole collection ofpine cone Christmas craftsyou can make! Over that time weve collected and cleaned thousands of pinecones! Join our crafting communityto sustain your craft habit with nature-inspired DIYs and upcycled craft ideas....

July 19, 2017 · 2 min · 241 words · Kristopher Weeks

DIY Succulent Planter: Painted Mason Jar Pineapple (with video!)

HomeArts and Crafts IdeasUpcycling IdeasDIY Succulent Planter: Painted Mason Jar Pineapple (with video!) Hop on the pineapple trend by making a fun little succulent planter with a mason jar and some paint! On Wednesday, youll be able to find this fun pineapple party idea of ours. Or if youre looking for more natural decor to do now check out thisair plant display. Should you choose to buy items through these links we make a small commission at no expense to you....

July 17, 2017 · 1 min · 153 words · Jesse Williams

Hugs for Free! Cactus Wall Art Printable

HomeArts and Crafts IdeasFree PrintablesHugs for Free! Cactus Wall Art Printable Ive failed all efforts to resist the adorable cactus trend! Cash in on my weakness and grab this free printable cactus wall art. So Ive been itching to paint some cacti for a while and recently pulled out my watercolours. The cactus turned out so cute but I couldnt get myself to add the little prickly bits . Justclick to download this Hugs are Free cactus wall art(for personal use only)....

July 12, 2017 · 1 min · 122 words · Steven Gaines

Beach Bedroom Decor Ideas and Mood Board: Lakeside Room

you could check out our previous post withtips on how to paint over a wall with a glossy surface. This is a cottage after all! Our DIY Beach Bedroom Decor Ideas *This post contains affiliate links for your shopping convenience. Should you choose to buy items through these links we make a small commission at no expense to you. Colourful accessories likethis fun yellow clock*;2. An upcycled headboard in a vibrant seaside color similar tothis gorgeous headboard*;3....

July 11, 2017 · 1 min · 196 words · Holly Mcdonald

Canada Day Crafts: DIY Maple Leaf Decor with Driftwood

This month weve been sharing a number of Canada Day crafts to celebrate. How do you like to celebrate Canada Day? Ours is spent simply with family and friends, and most definitely there will be a BBQ involved. The amazing beachy shores of Lake Huron, Ontario. #OntariosWestCoast Although I dont normally go all out in red and white decorations, this year feels different. I am feeling grateful and blessed to be Canadian so why not show it off, right?...

June 23, 2017 · 2 min · 320 words · Amanda Mcdaniel

4th of July Decoration Ideas (with Free Stars Printable!)

HomeArts and Crafts IdeasFree Printables4th of July Decoration Ideas (with Free Stars Printable!) You dont need a lot of supplies to add a festive touch to your 4th of July decorations! Also, we have close family and friends all throughout the States, including Florida, Colorado and Texas. So weve always felt close with our southern neighbours (couldnt help using the Canadian spelling there )! Disclosures: We have not received any compensation for this post....

June 20, 2017 · 2 min · 223 words · Carol Greene