DIY Alpha Bet Wood Block Menorah

DIY Alpha Bet Wood Block Menorah

We have been blessed to know 3 couples this year who had their 1st child this year. I wanted to make something special for them for each baby to commemorate their 1st Hanukkah, so I made an alpha bet wood block Menorah. It was a relatively easy and inexpensive item to make, but most importantly it would be something to remember the baby's 1st Hanukkah. Supplies: 10" Floating Shelf wood … [Read more...]

DIY Halloween Decorations on The Centsible Life

DIY Halloween Decorations on The Centsible LIfe

I'm so excited to announce my partnership with Lowe's Creative Ideas Magazine and Kelly of  The Centsible Life (@centsiblelife). Today I posted on The Centsible Life 2 great DIY Halloween Decorations. There's also a kick butt giveaway for a $50 Lowe's Gift Card. Get over there and enter. Stay tuned for more projects on The Centsible Life by none other then this very excited … [Read more...]

Fabric Covered Cork Board in 30 Minutes

Fabric Covered Bulletin Board in 30 Minutes

The new school year started and I went to our homework wall to make sure it was ready, and the cork tiles next to The Homework Caddy (review), were falling off. I had to yank them down, and re-think. About 2 years ago I had bought 2 magnetic cork boards for each of the kids' rooms. I covered 1 for A's room, but never did the one for the boys' room. I decided to pull it out, and use that on our … [Read more...]

$11! Autumn Centerpiece

$11! Autumn Centerpiece

One of the main reasons I love autumn is because of the vibrant colors that are associated with the season... harvest yellow, orange, and different shades of red. I'm going to show you how to make a really lovely centerpiece to bring some festivity into your home, or to give as a gift.  You will spend a fraction of how much flower arrangements usually cost.  In fact, the cost of the centerpiece … [Read more...]

Art Line In The Classroom – Tuesday Tools, Tips & Tricks

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J's teacher was looking for an art line to be put up across the classroom so she could clip the kids artwork on it. When she asked for a volunteer to help with putting one up I immediately told her I'd take care of it, and called my mentor/father. At the time she asked she had no clue how to facilitate an art line, so we came up with a plan. I described to him my thoughts, and as usual he made it … [Read more...]

Refinishing Wood Furniture

Refinishing Wood Furniture

I've had people compliment me on furniture pieces in my house, and when I tell them it was a piece of furniture that I had refinished, they cannot believe I would do that, let alone do it well. The truth is that anyone can do it. Refinishing furniture is not something you need expertise in. When we bought our new house I was on the prowl for great pieces of furniture that I could refinish. We … [Read more...]

Guest Post: Gifts In A Jar

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One of my Crafting gurus has yet again sent a fantastic tutorial for my Fashionably Organized readers.  Sara of Sara's Organized Chaos has a pretty easy way to make a gift in a jar, like make your own cookies.  Maybe next year I'll get industrious and do this for people. Looking for a really easy, inexpensive but great last minute gift? If you are, you need to pay attention because I will have … [Read more...]

Making Your Own Wreath Ornament

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My wonderful DIY guru Tammy of Life is Not Just Paper and Glue has sent me a wonderful tutorial to share with my Fashionably Organized readers.  I promise you will not be disappointed by this wonderful project.  Want to see more of her beautiful talent check out her PK Glitz site and her Dixie Pieces (now you see why she is a DIY goddess). Supplies: Glitter: (P K Glitz) Art Acetate (P K … [Read more...]

Wednesday DIY Organization & More Roundup

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I can't believe how I've neglected my beloved Wednesday DIY roundup.  I have to be honest even if there aren't a lot of you who read this, I love finding these fantastic projects all around the internet.  I feel like I learn so much from so many other creative people.  Check these out they are so much fun even if you don't make them. Ashley Campbell posted on PetaPixel the cutest easiest … [Read more...]

Treat Bag Tutorial

Treat Bags Finish

I did it!  I put myself out there.  I put out an APB on SITS Girls Forum for friends.  I wanted to have some people to call my posse.  I had 1 or 2 already, but I'm selfish and I want more.  I got an e-mail from Sara of Sara's Organized Chaos [and her quest for world domination] (also known as Strand Update).  I knew just from the name of her blog we were MFEO (made for each other).  Turns … [Read more...]