Time for the craft supply giveaway. This will be the last one for the year. I might have a different type giveaway before the year is out but not craft supplies. I do love Christmas so maybe a Christmas surprise giveaway!! Four of my kind, sharing, blog friends joined me for the giveaway this month…. [Read More]
Purple Glitter Tealights And Metallic Copper Spray Paint Makeover $2 Thrifty Find
Purple Glitter Tealights & Metallic Copper Spray Paint Purple glitter tealights and my new favorite metallic copper spray paint are bringing a smile to my face. The $2 tacky pumpkin centerpiece find from a few weeks ago is now glamorous Fall décor for our coffee table. Purple Glitter Tealights And Metallic Copper Spray Paint Makeover… [Read More]
Painted Pumpkins Total Solar Eclipse Style
Painted Pumpkins My newest crop of painted pumpkins are inspired by the total solar eclipse of this past August. I’m calling them “eclipse pumpkins”. I like painted pumpkins for decorating the front porch and the hearth. No carving, no mess, no fuss. Plus, painting is just plain easier. I couldn’t wait for the pumpkin patch… [Read More]
Paint A Tile Stencil Design On Wood
Tile Stencil Project The tile stencil I used on this project is just beautiful. The design is called “Mod Flower” and the paint colors I used look amazing together. You guys know I’m a big fan of stencils because I can’t freehand anything. I was excited to find the tile stencil because I love how… [Read More]
White Framed Chalkboard Has A Few Hang Ups
Framed Chalkboard The framed chalkboard project came together with the help of the JTS (aka hubby, aka Junktion Technical Specialist). We work pretty well together most of the time. The frame was a dingy white but a little work took care of that. No painting required. The vintage wood mirror holder came from my favorite… [Read More]
Super Soft Fuchsia And Black Yarn Seat Cover
How To Make A Yarn Seat Cover You guys! I love the yarn seat cover I made for our sad little bar stool. I don’t usually work with yarn and after this project I’m asking myself “Why Not??” I just can’t stop running my hands over the seat cover. It’s sooooo soft. Can you look… [Read More]
Blue Bird Ornament Decoration |August Craft Giveaway
In this month’s craft giveaway I’ve included one of my favorite finds. A blue bird ornament decoration I bought at an antique store a few years ago. It’s made out of a vintage quilt and the colors are fabulous. Blue Bird Ornament Decoration I hated to give it up but I have so much stuff!… [Read More]
How To Paint With Watercolor Paints
I’m going to show you how easy it is to paint with watercolor paints. I finished my first project with the watercolors and it is amazing if I do say so myself. Can I get a standing ovation? My pretty watercolor ocean scene was the easiest project ever and completed in about 30 minutes. I… [Read More]
The Little Candle Holder That Could
The little candle holder that could what? Become bigger, bolder, brasher…….with a few dabs of paint, a little elbow grease, and about 10 minutes.
Lazy Girl Project: Simple Wreath In The Midst Of Mess
This simple wreath is perfect for this lazy girl. I put it together from two junky things I found in the midst of cleaning and organizing the workshop. I can hear you laughing now. I’ll never get the workshop cleaned and organized. I like to think I will. I also wanted to remind you about… [Read More]
Glitter Paint & Fun Stuff Craft Giveaway Box
Did someone say Glitter Paint? You guys know how I love the shiny stuff. I filled the craft giveaway box with goodies again this month and there is a bottle of blue glitter paint along with other fun things. This photo shows the first layer of craft supplies. Three friends are joining in the giveaway… [Read More]
Happy Dance Wreath | Budget Decorating
I could of called it the pink butterfly and tulip wreath but that’s boring. Happy dance wreath has a much nicer ring to it. Makes you wonder what the heck a happy dance wreath looks like. Budget Decorating: Happy Dance Wreath I do the happy dance when a project turns out well, or better than… [Read More]