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Monday, April 29, 2013

Pinterest Monday #12: Mason Jars

This week for Pinterest Monday, I have found some creative ideas that can be done with mason jars. I am in awe with what can be done with these fabulous jars. It really does not mean you have to use only the mason jars, you could actually use jars that stores the food that is purchased from the grocery store. Another great way to recycle and re-use!

As always, you can follow me on Pinterest by clicking on the button in the side bar or here.

To go to each of the projects, you can click on the title and it will take you to the direct site of the rightful owners of the projects.

Remember, please pin directly from the rightful owner's blog site, not from this post.

Here is what I found on Pinterest!

Cookies In The Jar

Photo Source: Creative Mess

I made this cookies by putting the dry ingredients in the mason jars. You can find the recipe here.

Mason Jar Lamp

Photo Source: Domestically Speaking

This would make a great house warming gift or even a cute lamp for a baby's room! You can put anything in the mason jar to complement any decor.

Poured Mason Jar Candle

Photo Source: Something Turquoise

This site gives a nice directions on how to make candles for the mason jars. This is a great DIY gift for any candle lover.

Mason Jar Luminaries

Photo Source: Adventures of a Middle Sister

This can be versatile from tea light candles to a vase. Possibilities are endless for mason jars.

Dress Up Mason Jar

Photo Source: Mod Podge Rocks

Oh the things you can do with Mod Podge! You could use any jar to dress up and would make a nice addition to any room.

Solar Mason Jar

Photo Source: Free People

Great way to save energy. Who needs a plug in night light when you can make these!

There you have it, creative ideas to use Mason Jars in your next project. There are lots of ideas out there that are very cute and chic.

See you next week for Monday Pinterest...who knows what I will be finding next on Pinterest.

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Enjoy!

Monday, April 1, 2013

Pinterest Monday #8: Wood Pallets

It is amazing what can be done using the wood pallets. Things like furniture and so much more can be built using these. What a great way to recycle and reuse.

For Pinterest Monday, we will focus on the things you can do with wood pallets. There is some awesome ideas!

As always, you can follow me on Pinterest by clicking on the button in the side bar or here.

To go to each of the projects, you can click on the title and it will take you to the direct site of the rightful owners of the projects.

Remember, please pin directly from the rightful owner's blog site, not from this post.

Here is what I found on Pinterest!

Pallet Shelves

Photo Source: Nature's Heirloom

These wood pallets makes great use as wall shelves. Give it a nice old charm look!

Toddler Pallet Bed

Photo Source: Lori Danelle

What an awesome idea to do for your little one! I wished I had known this idea for a wood pallet bed for your toddler!

Pallet Headboard

Photo Source: Stlizimo

Cheap and easy for someone who is just getting started out on their own. These pallets gives it a nice old rustic charm.

Pallet Garden

Photo Source: Design Sponge

This is a great way to have a garden on your apartment patio.

Pallet Flower Box

Photo Source: Migonis Home

I love this idea! This is a pallet flower box center piece for your table. It could be used outside, inside, or where ever you imagine. I think this will be my first wood pallet project!

See you next week for Monday Pinterest...who knows what I will be finding next on Pinterest.

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Enjoy!

Monday, March 11, 2013

Pinterest Monday #5: Spring Time Inspirations

Spring is less than two weeks away! I am so excited for winter to be over. I have to say that for me it has been one of the worst winters. Not having a lot of sun and shorter days does not help with depression. It seems like the older I get, the worse it is. Being that I have lived in Michigan all my life, one would think I should be used to the winters. I wish it was the case. Spring is the door that is opening to let the sunshine in. Literally. So bring it on SPRING!!!!

Pinterest Monday will be focused on Spring Time Inspirations. Some of the projects could even be used for Easter.

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Cashmere Bunny Tutorial

Photo Source: Betz White

These cashmere bunnies are so adorable! They would make a cute Easter basket gift for any child or even a cute gift to a friend.

Decoupaged Springtime Eggs

Photo Source: Brown Paper Packages

These eggs make cute decorations for spring. I love how they are bright and colorful!

Egg Carton Fairy Lights

Photo Source: Red Ted Art

How cute is this!?!?! This would make a fun spring project with your little one.

Butterflies and Flowers

Photo Source: Evelyn and Rose

When I think of spring, I think of butterflies. At Michigan State University they have a live butterfly display. It is so cool. I will have to post my photography work of the butterflies.

Spring Wreath Alternative

Photo Source: Green Owl Crafts

I love this cute idea because it is different and unique. What a great way to recycle a broken umbrella. Definitely will brighten those spring time rain that we will be getting.

See you next week for Monday Pinterest...who knows what I will be finding next on Pinterest.

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Enjoy!

Thursday, March 7, 2013

Easy DIY Heart Wall Art

I wanted to spruce up my daughter's bedroom plain walls. The DIY heart wall art is a project that you can recycle and decorate at the same time! The best part it did not cost nothing to make because I had the old wire coat hangers and the scrap fabric. The DIY heart wall art is really easy to make. This is perfect for a little girls room.

As you can tell there is a heart fad going on in her room. Can you see the heart garland that I crochet hanging across the window? You can find the Easy Crochet Heart here. This heart theme purely by accident. But I think it fits her well because she wears her heart on her sleeves. Even at the age of 6, her heart keeps getting broken.......sigh.......yes......by a boy. I know, she is too young for this. All she wants is for him to be her friend and to quit running from her when she says hi. She just wants to play. This poor girl cried when he completely ignored her. She waited until she was in the car to let loose the tears. It broke my heart to see her this way. I do not remember having this problem at that age. I was too interested in my toys and playing outside. If this is what I am dealing with at 6 in a half, what is it going to be like in 10 years? I am thinking I am in a world of trouble.....sniffle.

Now on to the DIY Heart Wall Art. As you can see I made three hearts, two pink and one white.

Photo Source: Creative Mess

Using large wire cutter, I cut off the curved hook, this will be the bottom of the heart. Using pliers bend and shape the wire hanger into a heart. It does not have to be perfect.

I had some scrap fabric that I cut into long stripes that is one inch wide. The pink fabric is cotton and the white is an old lace curtain. You could use any kind of material, such as ribbon, burlap, or even yarn. Let your imagination go wild.

I secure one end of the fabric to the crease of the heart with some hot glue and stretch the strand to the outer edge of the heart, again with some hot glue. I kept going until I was satisfied.

You could experiment different ways of using the fabric and create a whole different kind of pattern.

Photo Source: Creative Mess

I hung it on the wall using small nails. You will notice in the photos how the hearts is not 100% flat which is fine. I think it gives it a nice old look to it. Also a shabby chic look.

My daughter loves her hearts. Now if I can figure out a way to make her forget about the boy who keeps breaking her heart, I will be satisfied... ; p

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Monday, February 25, 2013

Pinterest Monday #3: Cereal Boxes

Reusing & recycling seems to be a popular in the crafting world. For today's Pinterest Monday we are going to focus on cereal boxes. Who knew that cereal boxes would have so many uses!

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Cereal Box Storage Bins

Photo source: Urban Nest

This project incorporates fabric along with using the cereal boxes. The directions are easy to read!

Cereal Box Stationary Organizer

Photo source: Katydid and Kid

You could actually save some serious money by making your own office organizer and save some trees buy reusing those cereal boxes! I think my dad would be happy to know that I am recycling...lol!

Recycled Cereal Box Sunburst Mirror

Photo source: Under The Table and Dreaming

This sunburst mirror is a great idea for some home decor that can save you money and that is always a plus!

Cereal Box Drawer Dividers

Photo source: IHeart Organizing

Another great organizing idea! These are way cuter than having to go to the store and purchase organizer that not fit. These cereal box drawer divider are customizable to fit your needs.

Cereal Box 2013 Planner

Photo source: Live. Eat. Create

The DIY planner is adorable. This site includes the printable for the calender for 2013!

See you next week for Monday Pinterest...who knows what I will be finding next.

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Monday, February 18, 2013

Pinterest Monday #2: Paper Inspiration

It has been a crazy week and haven't been posting like I wanted to due to unexpected events. Things should start calming down.

On to Monday Pinterest week #2! This week I thought I would share some fun projects that I found on Pinterest that has to do with paper. I love cute paper and fun little projects that can be done with it.

To go to each of the projects, you can click on the title and it will take you to the direct site of the rightful owners of the projects.

Pretty Handmade Envelopes

Photo Source: Design & Non-sense

These handmade envelopes are adorable. Making cards to go with these envelopes will for sure delight the person who receives it.

Hydrangea Wreath

Photo Source: Copy-Craft

If you are having cabin fever, this hydrangea wreath will give the feeling of spring. It looks so easy and fun to do. You could use any paper punch to create the wreath.

Butterfly Wall Collage

Photo Source: The Idea Room

This pretty collage of butterflies will sure spruce up any room and make you think spring! I don't know about you, but I am ready for spring. I love the warm weather. Again, you could use any paper punch to create a collage of your liking.

Recycled Paper Flowers

Photo Source: How About Orange

These flowers are made from magazines. Great way to recycle paper. The cute little flowers can be used as accents to any project.

Pretty Paper Bauble

Photo Source: Torie Jayne

I had to share this because of the cute paper even though it is consider Christmas decorations. I am a sucker for pretty papers. In all honesty, you could use these for anything and no one would not even know that it is for Christmas.

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Monday, February 11, 2013

Pinterest Monday #1: Cute Valentine Inspirations

Pinterest anyone? I love pinterest. I think I am addicted to it. Wait....I know I am addicted to Pinterest...LOL! Pinterest is my dream land. If I am not careful, I can get lost hours at a time and that would not be too productive, Right?

I have decided that I would start a weekly post on what I find on Pinterest and post my favorites. Since Mondays seem to be the day that most are dragging, I thought it would be nice to have a Monday to look forward to and be excited about. I know that when I am on Pinterest, I am like that guy you see who gawks at the muscle cars. Yep, that is me drowling all over my computer...lol!

Lets welcome Mondays to jump start our week with Pinterest Mondays

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Since Valentine's Day is just a few days away, here are some favorite cuties that I found on Pinterest.

To go to each of the projects, you can click on the title and it will take you to the direct site of the rightful owners of the projects.

Stamped With Love

Photo source: Clever Charlotte

This is a cute little envelope made out of felt. Perfect for the little ones!

Valentine Emoridery

Photo Source: Living Well Spending Less

This emoridery looks simple and cute for a little Valentine decorating around the home.

DIY Valentine Paper Roll Owls

Photo source: Happy Clippings

My dad would be so happy if I started reusing and recycling. This project you can do just that! Out of toliet paper rolls! Who knew there were more uses for those rolls...lol!

Origami Hearts

Photo Source: Paper Source Blog

Here is another project for reusing and recycling. These cute little origami hearts are easy to make!

Valentine Pom Monsters

Photo Source: Create Craft Love

Instead of Cupid, what about these little love monsters!

They are cute and look easy to make. What a great kid activity!

These would also make cute Valentine gifts for the class mates.

Burlap Doily Luminaries

Photo Source: Crafts by Amanda

Here is another one that you can easily recycle those old canning jars for these lovely luminaries.

These are so darling that you could keep them around all the time, not just for Valentine's day.

Valentine Heart Project

Photo Source: Creative Mess

Here is what I made with my daughter for her 100th day school project. It turned out and she was so happy to play with mommy's craft punch.

ENJOY!

Be sure to check back soon! I have been working on some Valentine's Day projects that I will need to post. I can't wait to share!

See you next week for Pinterest Monday!

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Monday, February 4, 2013

Valentine Heart Project

This is actually a school assignment that lead to a Valentine theme. My 6 year old daughter is in first grade and her class is celebrating 100 days of being in school this week. The assignment is to find or create 100 objects and place them on a board. As part of the learning experience the assignment also required her to count the 100 objects. You will see the photos of the Valentine Heart Project below.

Painted watercolor on to the newspaper

Heart shaped punches

Punched the painted newspaper

My little girl loves doing stuff like this

She is trying hard not to rip the paper

Removing the delicate heart

Glue the hearts onto the board creating the number 100

Close up of the cute little hearts

Colorful!

Final project! 100 hearts on the board.

Can you see the number 100?

There is a large number of hearts left over from this project! So I think we are going to make a few more things. Why not, Valentine's Day is just right around the corner!

This is also a project to do anytime of the year with your little one. It is cheap and easy to do. Not to mention it is great quality time.

By the way, just in case you are wondering. I used some cute digital papers to matte my photos and logo. What do you think? They are from Design House Digital and the pack is called Letter of Love by Sara Schmutz