After recently finishing my desk, I quickly realized that it was sad and empty. I like clean, uncluttered spaces, but I definitely needed a few accessories, one of which was a pen/pencil holder. I’m not using a digital planner, and I have a certain affinity for putting pen to paper. Virtual to-do lists and schedules just …
I’ve wanted a little desk for a while now, so I decided to purge some things from a corner of our living room to make room for my new, yet-to-be-purchased desk. It needed to be small-ish–particularly the width. The process of finding something that wasn’t big with a ton of drawers was frustrating, so I …
Over the past few weeks, I’ve written about my 2015 New Year’s Resolution–to sew more. So far, I’ve sewn a re-usable shopping/tote bag and striped throw pillow covers for my living room pillows. Since I’ve only completed two sewing projects, you know for sure that this “sew a camera strap cover” project is easy. A …
You’ve probably heard of Habitat for Humanity, but have you heard of Habitat for Humanity ReStore? I hadn’t until last year, when my dad told me about a ReStore in downtown Frederick, MD. ReStores are nonprofit home improvement and household goods stores that sell gently used items like furniture, building materials, and appliances. Since ReStores …
This post shares the beeswax and coconut oil candles recipe I used to experiment with making mine. Making beeswax candles with coconut oil is an easy way to dip your feet in to candle making. Beeswax and Coconut Oil Candles Recipe Have you ever heard of Burt’s Bees? Burt’s products are popular for a reason. …
I’m making good on my resolution to sew more in 2015. I just completed my second sewing project, which was making two envelope throw pillow covers for our couch pillows. Our couch and throw pillows are the exact same fabric and color, so I thought our living room could use some diversity. However, throw pillows …
This project is featured in a roundup of my 10 best DIY beauty gifts. Make Rainbow Homemade Bath Salts I love bath salts. The only thing I dislike about our current apartment is the fact that we have a small bath tub–but that doesn’t stop me from using it. I usually mow through bath salts, …
This post shares an easy DIY tote bag project, which is a perfect sewing project for beginners. Join me as I navigate my sewing machine to make my own bag, including tips on how to attach straps to a tote bag. Easy DIY tote bag project & how to attach straps to a tote bag …
We’ve been considering getting a second cat for a while now, but we were really worried how Henry would react. When we brought little Blanche home from the shelter, she had a serious sinus infection. So, coupled with the fact that Henry wasn’t too sure about her, we had to keep them separated. After a …
Make Over an Old TV Stand with Americana Decor Chalky Finish | DIY This post contains affiliate links. You can read more about that here. Thank you! We got this TV stand on Craigslist (like everything else we own). I didn’t think I felt like painting it, but honestly, I got tired of looking at …
Make Over Grungy Bar Stools: Painting and Repholstering | DIY This post contains affiliate links. You can read more about that here. Thank you! This quick project will probably be the last one I do for a while. I’m honestly running out of things to paint, but I want to use all of the Americana …
Make Over a Dining Set with Americana Decor Chalky Finish Paint | DIY This post contains affiliate links. You can read more about that here. Thank you! Looking for more upcycle projects? Check out this cute little plant stand, this trunk makeover, my piano bench makeover, and this cabinet makeover. My obsession with chalk paint …
