This post contains affiliate links noted by *. This is a fun project that I did in collaboration with my neighbor who owns DK Leigh. My neighbor, Camille started DK Leigh when she had a hard time finding unique baby bedding for her kids that wouldn't break the bank. She has a new glamorous bedding line coming out and needs a glamorous crib to go with it. Isn't this a … [Read more...]
Pallet Planter Box For Cascading Flowers
Hi! I'd love for you to follow me on Pinterest Her Tool Belt and if you love instagram, you can keep up with me there too! I have a dream... that some day I can grow those amazing cascading flower baskets like the ones from Bloom Master. My home town has been hanging those baskets for the last 5-10 years or so, and they make main street look amazing. My Mom plants them … [Read more...]
Industrial Cart – Apothecary Cabinet
I'm excited about this project, I was able to collaborate with the talented Amy from High Style Restyle. Amy and her Dad picked up an awesome curb side find, an oak china cabinet headed for the dump. The top part of the hutch was transformed into a beautiful barrister style bookcase. For the bottom cabinet, she envisioned an industrial cart/ apothecary cabinet. I've … [Read more...]
Rustic Mr and Mrs Blocks
My cousin is getting married soon, and they are having a country/rustic themed wedding. I have worked with him off and on at the farm over the years. He even helped me take down Remo's Barn. I've seen those cute cursive wood signs on etsy and I thought it would be fun to cut out a set of super chunky Mr & Mrs for him and his fiance. I'm sure she'll like them more than … [Read more...]
Winter Luminaries
I know what you're thinking, ugh another mason jar project. Yep, it is. These are quick and easy winter luminaries, I used them on my Winter Wonderland Tablescape that my Mom has been enjoying at her house. The mix of frosted glass and flocked snow give off a nice glow. I used 3 different jar sizes for the tablescape: 2 quart, 1 quart and pint. Although you can make … [Read more...]
Be Merry Christmas Sign
'Tis the Season for magical decor, twinkling lights, bells, music in the air and snow. Christmas time brings out the little kid giddiness in me. I don't have a ton of Christmas decorations, but each year I like to build a few more pieces to add to my collection. I really like those big statement porch signs PEACE, JOY, BELIEVE, so I decided to do a gigantic Be Merry sign! … [Read more...]
Recycled Sweater Fall Garland
Last year, I made this fun West Elm knock-off Wooden Wall Tree. Since it has the look of a bare tree, I thought that it would be perfect for Fall decorations. Then in November, it'll will be a cute 'Thankful' tree, don't you think??? I decided to make a fall garland to drape on the tree, inspired by this 4th of July garland. My good friend, Jenny has been making Recycled … [Read more...]
Tips to make a sign with perfect lines
This 'THINGS' sign is another element in my newly revamped mudroom & command center project: Save my counters! I wanted to make a painted sign, but I have horrific handwriting and my hand painting skills are really really lacking. This is the easiest method to have perfect lines, like you get with a vinyl stencil...but without the expensive vinyl cutter. To make this … [Read more...]
Rustic Ampersand ‘and’ symbol
I have been seeing those ampersand signs everywhere lately. The ampersand 'and' symbol really adds a touch of whimsy to engagement pictures, baby announcements, bookcases, walls etc. I love it. I have been working on revamping my mudroom. I want it to be a 'functional' command center, to hopefully help reduce clutter on the counter...HOPEFULLY! So I had an idea of 'Keys … [Read more...]
Tennis Ball Pallet Sign
Do we have any tennis fans out there? Tennis has been my favorite sport to play since I was young. We had the best coach in town, Coach Braithwaite. He was an avid supporter of the game of tennis and coached at the High School until he was nearly 80. A couple of years ago, I went to the US Open with my friend, a fellow tennis lover, and a past tennis teammate. For her … [Read more...]