kojotutorial- anthropologie knock off flutter curtains This isn’t a surprise to you, but my “Repurposed” entry for So You Think You Can Sew Week 2 is the flutter curtains (they’re a knock off of Anthropologie’s Tender Falls Shower Curtain). I’ll be honest, every time I do an Anthropologie knock off, I feel like I should start my tutorial with a Big Ol’ Disclaimer. These knock-off’s, while fabulous, are a ton of work. And these curtains are no exception. With that warning, if you want to make some fluttery, lovely, slightly labor intensive curtains, here’s the how-to. You’ll need- two Ikea “Knoppa” flat sheets (for the curtain panels), another Knoppa sheet cut into circle ‘flutters,’ part of a cream colored sheet, cut into circle ‘flutters,’ and part of another bright white sheet (with a different texture than the linen-y Knoppa) cut into circle ‘flutters,’ a fabric cutter and a circle die (optional, but nice… I used the GoBaby! First sew the curtains panels. I also used my ‘guide’ lines to divide my panels up into fifths.
Make a cakestand from a tea set Start with a dinner plate at the base and work your way upwards, layering teacups and plates, using smaller pieces as you go. Trace the lip and base of each teacup with a line of superglue and then attach a plate. You can make as many or as few tiers as you like. Selection of cups, saucers and plates, Zara Home and Whittard of Chelsea. Words and styling: Alaina Binks. You might also like... Take some old crockery, and turn it into something gorgeous Make a cakestand from plates and glasses More crafty kitchen makes
Home Decor Tips, Infographics & Cheat Sheets You guys seemed to love my upholstery yardage cheat sheet so today I’m sharing the rest of my collection of interior design cheat sheets and infographics. Some give you hard and fast rules, others function as design “glossaries”. Interior design pros love to say “there are no rules” when it comes making design decisions for your home. Maybe that’s true when you’re a professional and the decisions you make come from a place of knowledge and years of experience about what just works. But when you’re out there shopping on your own, spending hard earned money on products for your home, isn’t it nice to have some guidelines? First up – dining table seating capacities. How big should your dining room area rug be? Living room area rugs should ideally accommodate all furniture in a room. When it comes to area rugs in the bedroom, there are a few options. Upholstered headboard shapes explained. I love a good gallery wall, but planning your own can be a little intimidating. What do you think?
Hemp pendant lamps Inspired by West Elm’s gorgeous Abaca pendant lamps Super talented Heika DeHart strikes again. These pendant lamps she made of hemp string are genius. How to make hemp string pendant lamps Supplies and tools bouncy balls of various sizesclear drying craft glue (about 1 bottle per ball) such as Aleene’s Clear Gel Tacky Gluehemp string 20lb. weight estimated amounts needed: 16 inch diameter ball—400 yards 14 inch diameter ball—300 yards 9 inch diameter ball—100 yardsplastic gloves (optional)trash bag or small drop clothpermanent markerball inflating needle (available at sporting goods stores or bike shops)light fixture and hardware (Lowe’s doesn’t carry the fixture that Heika used anymore. 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. 7. 8. 9.
How to make professional lined curtain panels I’ve got loads of photos (too many probably!) so hopefully you’ll see just how easy it really is to sew your own curtains. To start, spread your fabric out on a large flat surface (the {clean} floor works great), measure it, and cut each panel about 10″ longer than you’d like your curtains. Once your fabric is cut, it’s time to iron! I ironed the reverse of the fabric just to be safe. If you don’t like to iron, you might as well give up now. I ironed the entire curtain panel first, then I ironed both of the length-wise edges (sides). To iron the edge, fold the raw edge over about 1/2″ and press. Once your edge is ironed, fold it over again and iron a 2nd time. Once your edge is ironed, you’ll need to iron the opposite edge as well. Both edges should now be ironed about 1/2″, then folded over and ironed about a 1/2″ again to create a finished edge. Now iron the TOP of the curtain fabric about 1/2″ over. From here, leave your curtain fabric alone. Now un-stitch the top edge of the sheet.
sewing 101: pleated + lined drapes Curtains are one of my favorite things to sew for the home. They require only the most basic sewing skills, and stitching them yourself allows you to create distinctive, custom draperies that could cost a fortune to have professionally made. Luckily, if you have a sewing machine and a spare weekend, you can sew curtains that are guaranteed to look professional and add a truly polished finish to your room. In the past we’ve looked at how to make a basic curtain panel, but in this post we’re taking it up a notch and making pleated curtains that are also lined. These curtains are the real deal, and I promise that they’re easier to make than you think — the trick is using pleating tape, which makes perfect pleats a breeze. Let’s get started! Read the full how-to after the jump . . . Materials fabric for the exterior of your curtains (You can use a wide variety of fabrics here, from medium-weight cottons to heavy-weight decorator fabrics. 1. 2. 3. Hem the lining in the exact same way. 4. 5.
DIY Junk Mail Wall Art | collegelifediy.com 52 Weeks Project Inside-out carrot cake – Carrot Cake Muffins Spring = bunnies Bunnies = carrots. And carrots = Carrot cake! Oh, the deep-gold, moist, flavorful cake! The time it takes to bake a layer cake, turn it out, cool, frost, slice, and serve… The solution? You get the carrot cake experience, with slightly less sugar and fat. These muffins are handy to transport; simple to serve. And easy to love. Preheat the oven to 400°F. Or line the pan with paper muffin cups, and grease the cups. Let’s start with the filling. Stir in 1/4 cup granulated sugar and a few drops of Fiori di Sicilia flavor. Stir until smooth. Whisk together the following: 2 1/4 cups (9 1/2 ounces) King Arthur Unbleached All-Purpose Flour 1/2 cup granulated sugar ¼ cup light brown sugar, firmly packed 1 1/2 teaspoons baking powder ¼ teaspoon baking soda 1 1/2 teaspoons ground cinnamon 3/4 teaspoon ground ginger 3/4 teaspoon salt Place the following in a measuring cup or small bowl: 2 large eggs 3/4 cup water 1/3 cup vegetable oil Whisk until well combined. Stir to combine. Whoops! DARN!
Return to Sender Window Treatment Tutorial + Freebie So now that you saw the window treatment, its time to reveal how I did it. The most exciting bit was that it cost me a total of $1 in supplies I didn't already have laying around the house. First off its a faux roman shade - it doesn't go up and down - perfect for my needs since privacy and light is not an issue in here. I thought about what I wanted in here for a long time - solid was too boring, a geometric print was too mod, a floral print was too fussy. So then it hit me, why not take my love of vintage ephemera and do something more whimsical up there? If you are wondering, you can very easily sew this if you are even a tiny bit comfy with a machine. Materials & Tools: drop cloth fabric, fabric glue, a strip of wood, t-shirt transfer paper, iron, printer, staple gun, scissors, hammer, measuring tape, nails, tacks Step 1: I started at my desk and did a layout of a vintage letter on my computer until I was happy with how it would look. Step 6: Iron on transfers one by one.
30 Fabulous Reuses & Repurposes for Old or Recalled Cribs With new crib regulations, the resale of cribs is going to be pretty non-existent for a while. But don't you worry!! You don't have to use that crib for summer campfires! We've scoured the web for some cool tutorials and ideas for reusing old or recalled cribs! These repurposed crib projects are an awesome way to prevent your crib from going into a landfill, getting reused "inappropriately" or simply sitting in your basement collecting dust. NEW! Create a Cool Craft & Storage Center from your Recalled Crib Get Organized in the Laundry Room with Your Old Crib ** ConsignmentMommies "I Consign Too Much..." Turn Your Old Crib into a Bench or Chair A Repurposed Crib Becomes a Plate Rack Cool Message Centers, Chalkboards & Easels from Old Cribs Create a Photo Display from Crib Parts Organize Your Jewelry A Cool Magazine Rack Create a Cool Message Center for Your Office Create a Table Take it Outside to the Garden
RIT Dye Tutorial It happens to me every year. The second spring hits, I’m standing in front of my closet going, I am so sick of all my clothes, if I see that shirt again I’ll throw up, but I don’t have any money for new stuff, I’M SO TIRED OF EVERYTHING I OWN. You know that feeling? Let’s kill it with instant-wardrobe-transformer (aka RIT dye). RIT is a brand of clothing dye that’s been around since the 1930s. to these! And it’s not even hard. Now, there are other kinds of clothing dye out there, but I chose RIT because it’s got simple instructions on the back of the package, it costs about $3 per box, and you can find it almost everywhere in the U.S. I’m gonna show you how to do a basic stovetop dye job. But! OK! You will need: Something to dye: choose a white, off-white, or beige item of clothing made of natural fiber (cotton, wool, silk, linen), a blend of natural fibers (like a cotton/linen blend), nylon, or rayon. Step One: Fill your pot ¾ full with water. Step Two: Examine your item. to this!
Round 4: Your Daily Life in GIFs (29 GIFs) | - StumbleUpon Internet, this is your life…in GIF form. When you click on a blog and music starts to autoplay: When you’re making fun of someone behind their back and they turn around: When you’re with a group and someone hot walks by: When you have that annoying piece of hair that doesn’t do what it’s supposed to: When you make a reference to a TV show and no one gets it: When you hear the words ‘food’ and ‘free’ together: When all your friends are laughing at a joke about you: When you prove to someone that they are wrong: When you bump into the corner of a table: When someone likes your post on Facebook from, like, so long ago: When you enter a store and need help from an employee: When your favorite TV show comes back from a break: When you realize you’re chewing on a borrowed pen: When one of your body parts falls asleep and it feels like this: When you say the exact same thing as your best friend: When your phone rings, but you’re too lazy to get it: When you see someone flirting with the person you like: