*This post is awesomely sponsored by Kreg Jig (thanks guys!). All opinions expressed (and of course this project), is my own. I HATE ugly exposed trash cans and recycling bins, so I’m pretty thrilled with this project! This week you toured two of my favorite outdoor areas to lounge in my yard, but I have one more corner […]
Garden Party – Touring My Great Outdoors
Our family’s whining in the winter usually goes like this…”ugh, will this dreadful cold and dastardly heaps of snow never end?” …we may be a little over dramatic. Then along comes summer, and all we can do is wish for weather that doesn’t dissolve us into puddles of sweat. Go figure. Never-the-less I am always excited […]
Simple Solutions To Organizing A Child’s Space
*A big thank you to Better Homes and Gardens at Walmart for sponsoring this post. Opinions and projects are always my own…and honey, I’m excited to share them with you! This post also contains affiliate links. It’s cleanup time, and my youngest daughter turns to me, with her sweet little face all scrunched up, and […]
DIY Modern Mobile With Sea Glass & Copper
[left]Hi there Home Made by Carmona readers! Nice to be back with you. It’s Kathy from Up to Date Interiors again and I’m here to share a fun DIY with you today. I just love modern hanging art pieces and mobiles but they can be really pricey to purchase. So I tried my hand at […]
The Evolutions of A Living Room
First it was a sitting room (really? Are we going to go a’court’in?), then it was an office, then it became a secret guest room hidden in a living room…ok, this space was kicking my butt. Sure, I managed to put it to some practical use over the years, but honestly it just never seemed to come together… […]
Outdoor Furniture Build Plans
Every time I don a power tool, I swear I feel like a superhero. It’s like an invisible cape starts flying in the wind, and I feel invincible. 😀 I know, I’m a total nut… But when you love beautiful things like I do, and can’t bring yourself to spend an arm and a leg on […]
Children’s Book Storage
[left]Hi there! Iris, from IrisNacole.com here! I’ve been brainstorming over some really great children’s storage ideas for y’all, and I think I’ve come up with one of my most favorite projects to date to share with y’all! Pretty much the moment we knew we were pregnant, my husband and I started collecting books for […]
Kid’s DIY Kitchen Playset
Ready to be mom (or dad) of the year? Honey, put away your wallet, this isn’t going to cost an arm and a leg. Yes, your child can have a kitchen playset Pottery Barn would be proud to produce, but without a hefty price tag. All you need is a couple cube bookshelves, and a […]
A Clean Slate With Jonathan Scott
I have two huge pieces of news to share….ready for this? #1. Jonathan Scott of HGTV’s Property Brothers is stopping by the blog today! And I’ve got an exclusive interview with him you don’t want to miss. #2. I’m moving!! I’m leaving the beautiful but snowy shores of Lake Erie in Ohio for warmer acres in […]
Herb & Seed Storage
Yes, I use Herbs and Seeds. I’m sure you’re looking at my collection wondering what kind of crazy mountain lady I am! Hehehe! Well there are a few herbs used for what ails, but most of my herbs are for cooking! Dried parsley, cilantro, marjoram, and basil to name a few. I confess that I am […]
Easy Fiber Yarn Wall Art
Hello everyone, I am Anima from This Design Journal and I am back again with another super simple DIY with oodles of charm. I have found the material yarn to be one of the most versatile medium for us home decor creatives. [left]They are cost effective for one, highly customisable with the variety in texture […]
Branch & Twig Graphite Pencils
You know those people you meet that just have oodles of talent and taste? You know, the ones you want to be when you grow up… Well Stacy from Not Just A Housewife is one of those people. Girl’s got decorating game! This month Stacy invited me to join in a fun little series she hosts called […]
Simple DIY Painted Trays
I’ve been avoiding the thrift stores lately…well you know how it is, you walk in, and an hour later you walk out with a cart full of items with “potential” you really don’t need and probably won’t have time to makeover. Since our fun Swap It Like It’s Hot thrift shop swap, I have officially failed […]
Vertical Hanging Kitchen Garden
This fantastic little vertical hanging garden project is perfect for beginner builders (and cost under $30!!), and the ideal solution if you don’t have much room to grow a kitchen garden (apartment dwellers take note!), or you need the ability to bring your plants indoors when Jack Frost comes calling. Here’s What You’ll Need Hanging […]
DIY No Sew Applique Labels
[left] Hola! Stephanie again from Casa Watkins! Â Spring cleaning is upon us and I don’t know about you, but it’s not a fantastic time of the year for us. Â There is just so much to clean, sort, decide what to keep, etc…etc… Â So, one of the ways that I stay motivated to clean is to […]
