a handmade home
Whip up one of these 24 fun apron patterns to sew in time for holiday baking or gift giving! That’s 24 FREE apron patterns to sew! I love aprons! There’s just something about them that catches my eye and tugs at my heart. I am especially fond of vintage aprons. In fact, there’s an apron that Marjorie Reynolds wears in Holiday Inn that I’ve been
Homemade sugar scrubs, are they good for you? Learn about the benefits of using homemade sugar scrubs and how to use homemade sugar scrubs. One of my favorite homemade gifts for the holidays is sugar scrub. I talk a lot about sugar scrubs here and here and here and here on the blog, but I have yet to talk much about the benefits of using
Learn how to crochet with 14 free crochet patterns for crocheted coasters! When I was looking for patterns and tutorials to crochet a pumpkin, I came across quite a few crocheted coaster patterns. So, I put together this collection of 14 free crocheted coaster patterns just for you (well, and maybe a little for me). Afterall, tis the season to get busy making handmade gifts
Did you know you can paint a stone fireplace? It’s amazing what a little bit of paint can do for a dull and drab space! I was ecstatic the day my husband said, “You know, if you want to paint the fireplace, I’d be okay with that.” I couldn’t believe my ears! I had actually been researching just how to paint a stone fireplace. But,
Learn how to paint a coir doormat to add color, personality and a homemade touch to your entryway. Remember when I introduced you to LZ from the Summery Umbrella and told you what a great source she is for original hand lettered SVG files and prints? Well, today you’ll find me over on The Summery Umbrella sharing my first monthly DIY project. Learn how to
Learn how to make this DIY laundry hamper for every bedroom in your house! Once you see how functional and practical these DIY laundry hampers are, you’ll definitely want to make one for every bedroom – and then some! I first saw plans for a Foldable Laundry Hamper with a Reversible Bag online a few years ago. So, I did what I always do and showed a
Wondering where to find SVG files? Well, I’d like to introduce you to The Summery Umbrella where you’ll find original handlettered SVG files and printables. The Summery Umbrella Linda (LZ) Cathcart is the designer and creative artist behind The Summery Umbrella. LZ creates illustrations and patterns for gifts, home decor, fabric, and wallpaper. You’ll most likely see her work on items like vintage-inspired signs, sturdy
Learn to crochet a pumpkin with 5 free patterns. These crocheted pumpkins add the perfect handmade touch of autumn to your home decor! I love to crochet. In fact, I just finished crocheting a large afghan for our daughter for her birthday. I had some yarn leftover and I just thought it’d make the cutest little crocheted pumpkin. So, that’s exactly what I did. You
Learn to crochet a pumpkin with this free crocheted pumpkin pattern. This crocheted pumpkin adds the perfect handmade touch of autumn to your home decor! I love to crochet. In fact, I just finished crocheting a large afghan for our daughter for her birthday. I had some yarn leftover and I just thought it’d make the cutest little crocheted pumpkin. So, that’s exactly what I
Learn how to make this no sew Give Thanks Burlap Banner using burlap ribbon! Hello, October! I’ve been waiting for you! I seem to feel that way about the arrival of October every year. The air’s a little cooler, the humidity is down (thank goodness) and we can even manage to open up the windows on our house and let in some fresh air. Give
You all know how much I love to paint terra cotta pots, right? Well, I discovered another technique using a textured spray paint that gave me the perfect opportunity to turn drab to fab with a flower pot makeover! I’m sharing the full tutorial on how to paint this two tone flower pot over on Kenarry: Ideas for the Home. But, I’m sharing more than
Learn to sew a microwave safe bowl cozy! With the start of school right around the corner already here. I thought this microwave safe bowl cozy would be the perfect thing to have for all those after school microwave friendly snacks. I know when my children were school age, they always came home from school just famished. You would have thought that they hadn’t eaten in
