Have you all been following the Home Sewn series at Living with Punks? There are all sorts of great sewing projects for your home- and we're so excited to be next up on the tour! The impetus of this little project is the same motivation of many of my projects- an unsuccessful search. I have been …
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DIY polka dot cork letters
Friends, things have been c-razy around here- a self induced chaos, entirely my own fault, but crazy just the same. Between launching Shiny Happy Sprinkles, getting ready for a couple of upcoming trips (including a little trip to Thanksgiving Point for SNAP- will I see any of you there?), and a full …
DIY spring wreath in pink and gold
I mentioned that I have some big plans to spruce our front porch. Even though I haven't done any of the actual painting, or changed out the hardware, I DID make a petal pink linen and gold spring wreath. And I love it- it makes the whole porch feel like Spring. Want to make a Spring-y linen …
create a map covered monogram
My kids have a love affair with European cities. Piper Jane is team Paris and Burke lo-oves London. So a map covered monogram with a twist- London Tube maps- is the perfect addition to the Smooches' shared room (see my plans for that space here). A sweet friend who is living in London sent me a …
how to turn a reclaimed window into a metallic picture frame
Our friend, Kristen (from Capturing Joy with Kristen Duke), is hosting a fabulous "Decorating with Pictures" series. If you need ideas for incorporating photos into your home decor, this is a great place to start. And our metallic "Picture Window" is even in the mix! I should probably 'fess up- …
copper barn light ikea hack
I have this special talent for finding and falling in love with expensive things. I have a knack for it, really- if you need someone to come with you to a store to pinpoint the most expensive item (with price tags hidden, of course), I am your girl. Strangely, I haven't found much use for this gem …
how to make a wreath in half an hour (for free!)
This post could also be titled, "What to do with your extra Christmas tree sprigs/branches." I love things that are easy, and I love things that are free, so these oh-so-Christmas-y wreaths (that usher your guests in with a waft of evergreen deliciousness!) are my kind of project. Just gather …
retro fabric christmas lights tutorial
I have such a treat for you guys today- one of our BFFs in blogland, Erin (of Lemon Tree Creations and Our Family Four) is here to share a fabulous Christmas project. They're amazing- both these Retro Fabric Christmas Lights and Miss Erin herself. Check out the loveliness- Hello lovely kojodesign …