It's part of my nature to be cheap and get a great 'deal', it might even be a sickness :-). When I can put together some decorations for basically nothing, it makes me happy. We recently had a lemony themed summer social party with the ladies in the neighborhood, that's where the Lemonade Stand made it's debut! For the table centerpieces these rustic mason jar caddies and … [Read more...]
Easy Mid-Century Modern Side Table
Build this table in 15 minutes and the only tool required is a drill! I am participating in a one tool challenge, and the only tool that can be used is a drill. Originally I thought, no problem this will be easy. Then when it came down to it, every project I thought of needed wood cut...GREAT :-( . Then I remembered the hardware stores carry edge-glued round boards, … [Read more...]
DIY Custom Picture Frame
I have been on the look out for cute art and things to hang up in my daughters room, because it's bare. She's a pretty spicy 2 year old, so I thought it would be nice if the message was positive (not that she can read yet but soon.) She also loves animals. Then last month while at a blogging conference, I ran across a booth with a really cool concept called Modify Ink. They … [Read more...]
Star Wars Shelf and Hyperspace Wall
My 5 year old son has been begging me to paint his bedroom walls, apparently he is tired of the boring beige color. He wants a Star Wars room! I'm not sure why he's such a big Star Wars fan, but he is...that and Lego's. We are working on making an awesome bedroom for him. While gathering some inspiration on Pinterest, I really liked the room colors and stars at the top of … [Read more...]
Rustic Mr and Mrs Blocks
My cousin is getting married soon, and they are having a country/rustic themed wedding. I have worked with him off and on at the farm over the years. He even helped me take down Remo's Barn. I've seen those cute cursive wood signs on etsy and I thought it would be fun to cut out a set of super chunky Mr & Mrs for him and his fiance. I'm sure she'll like them more than … [Read more...]
Crate Storage Coffee Table and Stools
Hi! I'd love to for you to follow me on Pinterest Her Tool Belt and if you love instagram, you can keep up with me there too! We have an open floor plan, so the family room, kitchen and dining areas are all one large room and it's the first thing that you see when you walk into the house. Our family spends most of our time in the family room. With young kids, keeping … [Read more...]
Winter Luminaries
I know what you're thinking, ugh another mason jar project. Yep, it is. These are quick and easy winter luminaries, I used them on my Winter Wonderland Tablescape that my Mom has been enjoying at her house. The mix of frosted glass and flocked snow give off a nice glow. I used 3 different jar sizes for the tablescape: 2 quart, 1 quart and pint. Although you can make … [Read more...]
Winter Wonderland Christmas Tablescape
Welcome to the 2nd Day of Christmas Tablescapes! I am so thrilled to be part of this fun series put together by the amazing Jen Woodhouse! To be in the same series as these talented DIY'ers is such an honor. Christmas Tablescape Tour Schedule … [Read more...]
Be Merry Christmas Sign
'Tis the Season for magical decor, twinkling lights, bells, music in the air and snow. Christmas time brings out the little kid giddiness in me. I don't have a ton of Christmas decorations, but each year I like to build a few more pieces to add to my collection. I really like those big statement porch signs PEACE, JOY, BELIEVE, so I decided to do a gigantic Be Merry sign! … [Read more...]
Curvy Side Table
Hi! I'd love for you to follow me on Pinterest Her Tool Belt and if you love instagram, you can keep up with me there too! While flipping through the PBkids magazine, I saw the cutest little side table. I've also seen similar shaped tables at Pier 1. It went on my long to-do list for my daughter's room. But then my Aunts decided to do an Extreme Room Makeover … [Read more...]