DIY Personalized Wooden Signs

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A customized wooden sign is a great way to add a personal touch to any space. In just a few easy steps, you can create wall décor that is completely unique and perfect for you! Keep reading for the step-by-step guide that anyone can do. No artistic ability required! Continue reading

DIY Vintage Snow Sled

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With the holiday season fast approaching, it might be a good time to start making “the list.” No, not the one you’re sending to the North Pole, the one with all the gifts you need to buy for your family and friends this year. There always seems to be more people on my list than there is money in my bank account, making Christmastime the perfect time to DIY. Giving a handmade gift is one of the best ways to show someone that you care without breaking the bank.

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DIY Recycled Gold Vases

 …to spruce up any space

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If you’re new to DIY projects or just don’t have hours on end to spend crafting during the holidays, this project is for you. I almost don’t want to call these bottles a do-it-yourself project, because you really won’t be doing much at all. But don’t worry, with just a little effort you can make these fabulous gold vases that are sure to spruce up your space this holiday season.

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DIY Painted Acorn Potpourri

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You know what they say. When squirrels hand you acorns, make potpourri.

Recently Apartment Therapy featured a painted acorn project that I had pinned from Home Stories A to Z last fall and was itching to do once the acorns started coming down in droves this year. I was so inspired by this adorable acorn makeover, but I knew I wanted to add my own twist to this fun and simple project. After one sniff of my newly foraged acorns, I knew what that twist needed to be: potpourri. Continue reading