DIY Project – CD Wallet Scrapbook
I’ve always thought that the sign of a healthy relationship is a couple that’s stronger when they’re together than they are individually. There’s something about being with Mr. Eggplant that brings out the best in me and challenges me to grow. I like to think that the theme of our relationship can be wrapped up in two words (and coincidentally one song by Jack Johnson): Better together. Mr. Eggplant and I want to carry out the “better together” theme throughout our wedding, and to honor our this, I plan to display at our reception a scrapbook that I made Mr. I thought I’d share the project with you all since it’s quick and easy and would make a great bridesmaid gift or present for your S.O. 2. 3. 4. 5. Mrs. Location: San Francisco Occupation: Human Resources Wedding Date: October 20, 2007 Venue: Ceremony at a cement and stained glass cathedral and reception at a boutique hotel ballroom
Terrarium Tutorial
I am one of those not-so-good-at-watering-plants kind of girls, but I love plants at the same time. Makes no sense, right? Thankfully, terrariums allow you to add the airy, natural feel of plants to any room without the fuss of caring for them. Today my guest blogger, Rebecca D. Dillon of Rebecca's Soap Delicatessen, is going to show how easy it is to make a terrarium of your own! xo. You'll need: A glass container with a lid Damp potting soil Activated charcoal Small stones or pebbles Moss and other small plants such as ferns Tiny decorative items you wish to include To create your terrarium start with a clean, dry glass container. Thanks Rebecca! Wait till you guys see next week's giveaway I have in store for you!
Dyeing with Bleach
Time: 1 hour Materials: Cloth, bleach, q-tip/or paint brush Before you begin, make sure you are in a well ventilated area and that you have something between the cloth and your working surface as the bleach will bleed through. Keep your design simple and don’t expect it to be perfect! Note that your design will not show up immediately, it takes about 10-15 seconds for the bleach to develop. Use a q-tip, dip in the bleach, and make your designs!
A Table That Turns Your Kitchen Into Mini Ecosystem [UPDATED]
Convenience and efficiency are king when it comes to product design. What could be more efficient than a natural ecosystem? That's the insight behind a "living kitchen" designed by the brilliant young design studio Studio Gorm. They looked at what we have in our kitchens--fruits, vegetables, organic waste--and figured: That's actually enough to create a miniature system for watering fresh herbs, composting the waste, and generating new soil. None of the elements is brand new to this product, but their integration wins points for ergonomics and ease. Above the sink, there's a rack for drip-drying your dishes. Maybe what's most surprising is that Studio Gorm isn't based in the Netherlands or Scandinavia--but rather in Eugene, Oregon. Check out some of Studio Gorm's other designs, including a modular furniture system of pegs and boards; an elegant Egyptian-inspired chair; a handsome adjustable lamp; and an overhead light inspired by--of all things--a falafel container.
Handspun Recycled Newspaper Yarn
Recently a commenter asked what they could do with all the old newspapers they had piling up. With enough time, patience, and newspapers you can create newspaper yarn. From the design studios of Greetje van Tiem and her “Indruk” project she can purportedly spins 20yds of “yarn” from a sheet of old newspaper. Similar to our post on Plarn, newspaper yarn can be woven into varying degrees of complexity to construct anything from curtains, to rugs, netting throws, or even upholstery. This great craft can create usable additions around the home and is a upcycle for your Sunday Post. Of course the question is "how to spin newspaper yarn?" You will need: ScissorsNewspaperSpindle 1) Take a full sheet from your paper and fold in to about fourths. 2) Cut half inch strips along the width of this folded paper. 3) Create a “lead” with your first strip by twisting it up tightly with your fingers. 4) Wrap the lead around the base of your spindle to begin the process. More Recycled Craft Ideas
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Via: amy-newnostalgia.blogspot.com Why didn’t I think of that?! We guarantee you’ll be uttering those words more than once at these ingenious little tips, tricks and ideas that solve everyday problems … some you never knew you had! (Above: hull strawberries easily using a straw). Via: apartmenttherapy.com Rubbing a walnut over scratches in your furniture will disguise dings and scrapes. Via: unplggd.com Remove crayon masterpieces from your TV or computer screen with WD40 (also works on walls). Via: athomewithrealfood.blogspot.com Stop cut apples browning in your child’s lunch box by securing with a rubber band. Via: marthastewart.com Overhaul your linen cupboard – store bedlinen sets inside one of their own pillowcases and there will be no more hunting through piles for a match. Via: realsimple.com Pump up the volume by placing your iPhone / iPod in a bowl – the concave shape amplifies the music. Via: savvyhousekeeping.com Re-use a wet-wipes container to store plastic bags. Via: iheartnaptime.net
diy party animal candles
i’ve got a couple of birthdays to celebrate this month, so i’ve been scouring the web for party ideas. when i ran across these diy party animals i thought, how cute! especially because my still-child-at-heart-husband has an affinity for dinosaurs. :) head on over to the sweetest occasion for the full tutorial, but glance above to see just how easily you can make these fellas. i think they are just as cute as pie. visit the sweetest occasion for more pics, and make sure to check out her other adorable diy’s as well! wrap up: {animals} {cake} {decoration} {dinosaurs} {gold} {ideas} {party}
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diy camera straps
i know last week’s post of couture camera straps left many of you swooning (me too), but hopefully not too many of you with empty wallets! when i ran across this diy camera strap tutorial from designlovefest, i thought you all might just love it. am i right? head on over to designlovefest for the full tutorial and many more beautiful photographs. while you’re there, don’t miss their other fabulous projects and yummy recipes! wrap up: {camera} {designlovefest} {diy} {paint} {project} {straps} {tutorial}
lollies - a little ART CANT HURT - StumbleUpon
a perfect rainy day thing to do! the colors make any day better! how to make LOLLIESyou will need: jolly ranchers, candy sticks, parchment paper, foil & a cookie sheet 1) lay a piece of foil on cookie sheet. cover foil with a piece of parchment paper.2) unwrap candies and place side by side on parchment paper in your choice of color & flavor combinations. use three candies together for extra large lollies, and only two candies together for regular lollies.3) heat candies in oven for about 5 minutes at 200 degrees. keep a close eye on the candies and take them out as soon as they've barely melted together. if you leave them in too long they will melt too much and you won't be able to put a stick into the lollie. alter the cook time accordingly.4) carefully take cookie sheet out of oven. immediately lay candy sticks into place on melted candies. slowly twirl in melted candy to coat the stick and so it will hold in the lollie. they're hot!
