Hi everyone, I am Anima from This Design Journal. I am thrilled to be part of Ursula’s Creative Team and I am so excited to bring you lots of simple creative ideas to make your home a thoughtful and welcoming space. [left] As my blog name says, I keep this humble journal a place to […]
Meet The 2016 Creative Team!
I am so excited to introduce you to the 2016 Creative Team! We’re talking talented, stylish, inspiring ladies who I’m planning to learn a thing or two from. Let me just confess right up front, I blog because I need a community to help motivate me to “get my act together”. Yes, there are a few […]
DIY Modern Side Table
[left] Hello all, it’s Anna from Annabode + Co. again! I have been yearning for some modern, minimalist furniture in our new Denver home which is why I’m so excited to share this DIY side table with you.  For a while now I’ve been lusting after this gorgeous bowl table from Leibal but it’s seriously out of […]
The Complete Gift Guide for the New Home Owner
There is nothing more frustrating than trying to figure out what to give that person who seems to have everything. We all have at least one person who is a gifting mystery to us. Well, today we have you covered with gift guides for every category you can imagine! So whether you are shopping for yourself, for […]
DIY Wreath Doormat
[left]Hi Home Made by Carmona readers, it’s Gilly from Colour Saturated Life back again for more DIY action! As it is Fall where Ursula is I thought I would get in on the seasonal inspiration I have been seeing everywhere on Pinterest and share a really simple DIY Doormat that will bring a touch of Fall […]
How to Build A DIY Tufted Bench
Well, I’m at it again, trying my hand at tufting…let’s call the first time I tufted practice. Although, to my great surprise, you all made my diamond tufted headboard tutorial go viral! Thank you for such a resounding response, it truly warmed my heart! So today I’m sharing how I built and upholstered my own custom […]
Gather Here DIY Sign
Hi! It’s Gilly from Colour Saturated Life back again to show you a simple DIY Sign using the words “Gather Here”. This project is actually part of a secret makeover my husband I have been working on behind the scenes. I am so excited about how it all is coming together that I couldn’t wait […]
West Elm Inspired DIY Floating Mirror
I seem to have a thing for decorating with mirrors…which is weird since I hate walking past them in a room and seeing myself at every glance. I don’t want to spend all day seeing my disheveled, paint smeared, sweating-from-the-last-diy-project self every time I turn around (although it is a fairly good reminder to go clean up […]
Supermom Builds Play Kitchen
That is what the headline in the Carmona house reads after my last little project. 😀 My 3 girls are so thrilled. For some reason I thought they were outgrowing the “playing house” years…apparently I was wrong and for that I am glad! Let them be sweet, imaginative young’uns as long as they can! The […]
DIY Reclaimed Wood Bookshelf
Hey there — it’s Anna from Annabode! I recently moved from DC to Denver and have been knee-deep in our 1970s fixer-upper for the past few weeks.  We needed some serious storage in our soon-to-be dining room and since our place is an absolute wreck, I figured it was as good a time as any […]
Geometric Painted Mugs
Hi everyone it’s Gilly from Colour Saturated Life and I am so excited to be back here sharing another colourful DIY project with you. Today’s DIY is inspired by all the hand painted ceramic tableware I am seeing everywhere at the moment. [left]It seems that people are really embracing the look of hand painted decor in […]
10 Brilliant Tips On Getting Garden Ready
We’ve eagerly awaited the summer months and finally they have arrived! Isn’t it amazing how quickly the summer flies by, and all our outdoor and garden plans never are fully realized. Well before you throw your hands up in despair, we might have just the inspiration, motivation, and tips you need to take your garden […]
Awesome Use of Leftover 2×4’s!
Ever wonder what to do with those leftover slices of 2×4’s? Make a phone charging station!! I’m a contributor over at Remodelaholic, and every other month I share a fun DIY project. Today I’m sharing how to make this $2 phone charger (which is a cool Restoration Hardware knock-off by the way). Pop over to […]
DIY Quirky Head Vase
Hello! It’s Anna again from Annabode, here to share with you another quick & easy DIY project (because I’m a lazy crafter, and those are the best kind!). Last time I showed you how to make a DIY leather door wedge, but today we’re breaking out the mod podge and making this funky little DIY […]
The Violet Bedroom To Be
Three young faces peek around my door frame with wide eyes and awe, and well they should! I’m standing there like the end of a Home Depot commercial, superhero stance, admiring my newly made-over master bedroom. Well, nearly made-over…I still have one last project and some organizing to do. [left]My eldest daughter sidles up to me, and […]
