Hi Friends, It’s Mother’s Day this weekend…like you did not know. I know that there are some of you out there that still haven’t decided what to give that special lady in your life. No Worries… I have an easy, inexpensive and lovely Mother’s Day project that could be perfect for you. Last Minute Mother’s […]
Hi Friends! I enjoy going to hardware stores by myself. I don’t like following my husband around the hardware store searching for a particular type of nail or light bulb. I like to walk slowly through the isles and look at my creative options. I have been really into making jewelery out of rope lately. […]
DIY Rope Necklace… I love the unexpected, especially when it comes to pairing two unlikely materials together. I like fabric in places there should not be fabric, and hard materials where they are supposed to be soft. A while back, I came across a really expensive costume jewelry pendant. It was on clearance, so I […]
Making Pretty Things…with Toys Hi Everyone! I just returned from The Makers Summit, my first design and craft conference. There, I had the opportunity to speak to an expert, Bryan Martin, about establishing my creative identity. One piece of advice that I was given, was to take a look at my work (as a maker) […]
Hi Friends! This is a fun and easy DIY Cufflinks Tutorial. Gifts for guys are hard. How many beard trimmers and wallets can one guy need? These cufflinks would make a great gift for any guy who likes to add a little flair to his business wardrobe. My husband, David, is a stylish and playful […]
I am really digging Geometric Jewelry lately. I tend to wear one piece of jewelry at a time and like statement pieces. I love wearing really simple clothes with bold jewelry. It says “I tried…at least a little”. I have seen some really interesting geometric jewelry lately and wanted to share some of my favorites […]
Hi Friends! I love bold colors and simple design when it comes to my accessories. I am not a fancy lady and do not require fancy adornments, but I do love creating interest. I whipped up this necklace one afternoon and have loved it ever since. DIY Hexagon Necklace This is a really fun […]
White and Gray Pretty Things I have been really into the colors white and gray for the past few years. I have painted almost every item in my house white or gray, which is nuts because I have small children. I knew it was a problem when I used the style of Santa’s Workshop in […]
Hi Friends! I came across DIY tattoo knuckle gloves in Country Living and thought I would give it a try. I decided that I really needed some “Baby Mama” tattoo knuckle gloves. I chose smart phone gloves because Baby Mama’s need to use their smart phone too. These knuckle tat gloves are great for new […]
I am always looking for great ideas and inspiration, especially when the idea involves glitter and shiny things. Here are my favorite DIY ideas for parties and decorations this NYE. There is no such thing as NYE without a party hat. Glitter Party Hat by Studio DIY DIY Glitter Feathers by A Bubbly Life. These […]
