"I Love Bread" Cutting Board DIY

Because we all love bread.

Brick Tire Magnets DIY

Back in my Toys R Us days, October was fondly referred to as BRICKtober.

Succulent Fall Wreath DIY

It's the first day of Fall, and it definitely felt Fall-y this morning.
Brrr!

"Be Nice or Leave" Cross Stitch Sign DIY

During the last few weeks working as a librarian before summer vacation, I became desperate for lesson plans that would entertain my restless students.

(updated) Book Safe DIY

Waaaaaay back in 2012 when I originally dreamed up this blog, Secret Book Safe DIY was one of my very first tutorials.

Monogram Pot Holder DIY

Recently, I spent an afternoon exploring the gorgeous Denver Botanic Gardens with my neighbor and instantly fell in love with the place.  

Desk Zen Garden DIY

Scrabble Tile Coasters DIY

Let's make some Scrabble tile-inspired coasters today.

DIY Himalayan Salt Lamp

I very much want a Himalayan salt lamp. 

When I spot these pink beauties in the natural grocery store or on the shelves of local gifts shops, I'm always drawn in.  

Book Inspired Baby Blocks DIY

"Even the smallest of things that you do

blossom and multiply far beyond you."

- Nancy Tillman

Light Fixture Terrarium DIY

I am very quickly falling in love with geometric terrariums this Spring.

Not only do I see them in high-end catalogs and stores, but the inspiration is everywhere - even the thrift store!  This DIY is easy and very affordable!

Moroccan Votive Holder DIY

How about...we go to Morocco?

Poof Wreath (Inspired by Anthropologie) DIY

Imagine if all the fluffy little poofs that tragically fall off winter wool hats somehow found each other and came together to form this cute wreath.

Holiday Clearance

It's the most magical time of year: the week after Christmas when all of the holiday stuff goes on clearance!

Seven Holiday Home DIYs for Absolutely the Last Minute

Christmas is here, as in two days from now.  

Are you ready?  If not - don't panic: I'm going to help you spruce up your home for the holidays with seven easy tutorials that require things you already have on hand.  

Are you ready? Take a deep breath, we'll get through this.

Blessed Sign (DIY)

Blessed sign for Thanksgiving, made from a Birchbox lid.

Recycled Shadow Box (DIY)

A fabulous way to recycle and display your tiniest treasures and souvenirs.

Sugar Cookie Magnet (DIY)

Whether you are single or taken, let’s agree that Valentine’s Day has one fabulous draw: the treats.  

Five Ideas for Everyday Decorating with Holiday Clearance Items

Before moving from Michigan to Colorado, I sold almost all of my belongings in a huge yard sale, except for a handful of boxes in storage and anything we could squeeze into the car.

Psycho Shower Mat (DIY)

Now, I realize that some of you people out there were rolling your eyes when Halloween decorations began lurking on store shelves in September.  I'll be honest: I was giddy.