We are slowly but surely putting our stamp on our new home. We have a lot of big projects on our list but I'm finding great joy in the smaller ones. One big problem we currently have is that there simply isn't enough light in the house. It's winter, so it's dark already and there aren't many light fixtures in the house right now. I bought a couple of cheap lamps from Kmart just to help out with the lighting situation, but I barely took them out of the box before I knew that there was no way I ... Read More
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Cool & Creative Wood Pallet Projects
We've been getting a lot of flat pack furniture delivered lately and because our house is up a hill from the driveway, the delivery people stack it onto a pallet and wheel it up. I have been eyeing those pallets with each delivery and nearly had one, but Scott had him take it as I was carrying a box in. I love seeing what things people make from pallets and I'm always looking for easy pallet projects--even if I don't have a pallet on hand. I've rounded up 16 unique pallet ideas to inspire you to ... Read More
Red White and Blue Decorative Garden Pot
I love having fresh flowers in the house but we somehow always have a shortage of nice pots. It's easy to find plain ones that need a little decorating, though. Red, white, and blue always makes me think of summer, so what better way to show off some summer blooms than with this fun Red, White, and Blue Decorative Garden Pot? This post first appeared on the Expo International blog. Supplies: clay pot white paint foam brush craft glue blue button red tassel Wanda ... Read More
How to Make a Jumbo Yarn Tassel
We are full into unpacking mode and are at that point where we can see how things will be and it's awesome, but we still need pieces of furniture and there are things to do that will take some time. There are boxes everywhere, but corners are starting to get cleared and I'm able to start playing around with little touches. It's properly chilly here now and if you know me, you know I have a thing for blankets. I wanted to make sure that a blanket or four is always within reach so rounded up some ... Read More
City Fireworks Hoop Art
I love (and greatly miss!) summer fireworks. There's something really special about getting together as a community or neighborhood and watching the explosions of colour in the sky. Some of my favourite fireworks memories are of watching the spectacular show Pittsburgh always put on in the middle of the city. They would be set off from a barge in the river and the combination of tall buildings, booming light, and oldies playing is something that has stuck with me. I made this fun City Fireworks ... Read More
DIY Ombre Salt Dough Bunny Frame
If you've been looking for easy Easter crafts for kids, this salt dough recipe and bunny frame is for you! Kids will love making the salt dough and while I used pink for the bunnies, you can obviously choose any colour paint. If your kids are too young to use a hot glue gun, regular craft glue will do the trick. This DIY Ombre Salt Dough Bunny Frame is a fun Easter craft to make together and one that will provide happy memories every time you get it out to decorate. This post contains ... Read More