Tag: diy

Easy DIY Halloween Pumpkin Carving Tutorial and Tips For Beginners
With Halloween just around the corner, I thought I’d do an easy Halloween pumpkin carving tutorial for beginners. If you haven’t carved out a pumpkin before, it’s not as daunting as you think! It’ll probably end up being quite fun!

Check out the video below and follow along if this is your first time carving a pumpkin for Halloween!

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What you will need
- A keyhole saw
- Fine carving tool (a clay or lino tool from the craft shop)
- Ice cream scoop
- Metal skewer
- Sticky tape
- 1 x American pumpkin
- 1 x face design (draw your own onto a piece of A4 paper)
- a church or pillar candle
Start by cutting out a section in the top of the pumpkin for the lid. Use the key hole saw, working around the top in a circle and make sure you include a ‘notch’ for the lid. This will make it easier to refit the lid every time you need to take it on and off.

Once you’ve cut out the lid, trim back the inside flesh on both the lid section and the main section of the pumpkin using the keyhole saw. The thinner you can get the flesh interior, the better your Jack o’Lantern will glow. So try to scrape back as much of the flesh as possible without losing the structural integrity of the pumpkin.

Use the ice cream scoop to scrape out the seeds and flesh. You’ll need to keep working at this until you get a nice thin shell – alternately using the ice cream scoop and the fine carving tool to whittle away the inside of the pumpkin flesh.

Once you have the inside of the pumpkin nice and clean, you can start on the face.

Tape your face design to the front of the pumpkin and use a skewer to mark out the design onto the pumpkin’s surface.

Now use the keyhole saw and fine carving tool to carve out the facial features. At this point, depending on your design, you can also use a cordless drill to carve out smaller holes.

When that’s done, you’ll need to make one more hole in the bottom of the lantern for the candle to sit inside. The lantern will be placed over the top of the candle, so make sure the hole is big enough to comfortably fit the candle.

Now light up the candle, place the lantern over the top and put Jack out on the doorstep.

Trick or treat!

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October 26, 2018
10 Cheap and Easy DIY Halloween Decorations
There are so many cheap and easy DIY Halloween decorations that you can use to turn your home into the perfect setting for Halloween.

Here I round up some of the best ideas I’ve found around the web that you can easily do with a few items from the dollar store.

Bloody Candles

Found from LilyShop

These bloody candles make for some creepy decor and they are super easy to make!

All you need is a red candle, some white candles and a lighter and you are all set!

Spooky Candles

Found from ThoughtfullySimple

If you’re looking for some easy, quick, inexpensive Halloween decorations, these dollar store ghost candles can literally not be easier to make!

Simply draw some ghostly faces on the white candles with a black Sharpie and you are good to go!

Creepy Mummy Hand

Found from ChristyBuonomoPhoto

Definitely one of my favourite dollar store halloween decorations!

Who would’ve thought it could be so easy (and fun) to make such an authentic looking mummy hand?

I’m thinking you can probably also use some garden gloves filled with sand or something if you can’t find a plastic hand to use.

Dancings Ghosts

Found from Listotic

Really love these DIY dancing lawn ghosts!

They have a sort of creepy haunting feeling to them – will definitely transform your space into a scary setting.

Zombie Dolls

Found from JustCraftyEnough

These DIY zombie dolls can look really creepy and is also inexpensive (and fun) to make! You can also use bigger dolls to make it even scarier.

Skulls in Vase

Found from DiyProjects

If you’re looking to whip up some easy or last minute halloween decorations, this vase of skulls is the perfect idea.

All you’ll need is some Spanish moss, a tall glass vase and some skeleton heads. You can even replace the skeleton heads with any other creepy items you can find, like plastic spiders or snakes.

Hanging Ghosts

Found from SimplyDesigning

These hanging ghosts are super creative and also easy to make.

Use them either outside or inside to give your home a spooky feel!

Creepy Spiders

Found from DeliaCreates

Using faux critters from the dollar store is a really easy and super quick way to decorate any surface in and around your home. Place them on your walls or your door to give off a creepy vibe.

Creepy Eyeballs

Found from EpBot

Love this tutorial that shows how you can easily make some creepy and realistic eyeballs.

You can use the eyeballs for decorating in any way you like, from placing them in the center of a bunch of roses to arranging them in a glass vase or mason jar to create chilling decorations.

Head in a Jar

Found from CraftyMorning

Really simple, easy and inexpensive to make, these heads in a jar will freak everyone out!

Place some glow sticks in the jar together with the masks to give it an even creepier look at night!

Hope you enjoyed these easy DIY Halloween Decorations ideas. Let me know if you’re planning on decorating your home for Halloween and if any of these work for you!

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August 28, 2018
10 Halloween Mason Jar Gift Ideas That You Would Never Think Of
It’s time to start saving up on those mason jars again, and this time for some awesome Halloween creations! Now I’m not sure if its normal to give gifts on Halloween, but I’m always looking for opportunities to give gifts. So, of course, today I’m sharing some of my favorite Halloween mason jar gift ideas I came across.

Halloween Mason Jar Gift Ideas

If you’re having a Halloween party or just want in on some Halloween fun, there’s always something you can do with mason jars.

Mason jars are super versatile cause you can use them for almost any occasion. Not to mention they’re also really affordable and adorable (or spooky, in this case). You can decorate your mason jars in so many ways for Halloween and use it as decor, treat holders, and also for Halloween gifts!

The Halloween mason jar gift ideas below are perfect to gift to friends, family,teachers and even co workers. They all have the personal touch of being handmade so people will surely appreciate them (I know I would!).

Hope you enjoy!

1. Halloween Cookies Mix in a Jar

Cookie mix in a jar is one of my favorite types of gifts. It looks really cute and also works well for any occasion as you can simply decorate the mason jar to fit whatever occasion it is for.

In this case, we have Halloween cookies with red, white and yellow M&Ms to create Candy Corn cookies.

Found from lilluna

2. Pumpkin Mason Jar Holders

These pumpkin mason jars could work perfectly well for either Halloween, Thanksgiving or fall in general.

If you want to give them a more spooky Halloween feel, you could draw or paint faces on the “pumpkins”. Fill them with any Halloween sweets and candies you like!

Found from the36thavenue

3. Halloween Mason Jar Mini Cakes

Instead of giving a cake mix in a mason jar, you could also opt to make the cake inside the mason jar yourself.

Check out these cute Halloween cakes and how the decorations on the mason jar compliments the cake.

Found from lifemadesimplebakes

4. Bugs & Kisses

Really simple and hassle free, this bugs & kisses Halloween mason jar gift is a really cool idea.

You just need to add your kisses and some bugs/spiders to your mason jar. Top it off with a ribbon and the label and there you have it. You can find the free printable over at the website linked below.

Found from homebyheidi

5. Brains Cupcake in a Jar

Another cup cake, this one with a more gory twist perfect for Halloween!

This would be perfect as a brainy gift to someone or even as treats at a Halloween party.

Found from livinglocurto

6. Witches’ Vitamins

How cute are these mason jars with witch hats?

You can fill them candy corn or any Halloween appropriate mix for a witch’s brew or vitamins mix.

Found from nestofposies

7. Toxic Treats Mason Jar Gift

Moving away from the more traditional orange Halloween colors, this toxic treats mason jar would be the perfect gift for friends or teachers.

And it only takes a couple of minutes to make!

Found from gingersnapcrafts

8. Halloween Snack Mix

Perfect as Halloween party favors or thank you gifts, these snack mix mason jars are colorful and fun.

If you already have the snack mix, then it’s easy to make a couple of these quickly. Just fill the mason jars up and add the ribbons and printable labels.

Found from evermine

9. Pumpkin Spice Pretzels in a Jar

This one is a bit on the simpler toned down side, but could still be a great gift or treat for Halloween. I had to include it cause I happen to like pretzels.

You could also use some of the other ideas in this post to dress this mason jar up a bit if you like.

Found from zenandspice

10. Candy Corn Trifle

Another dessert in a jar, this time a trifle in Halloween candy corn colors. Candy corns are a classic Halloween treat so I really love the idea of this candy corn trifle.

These would be perfect as dessert at a Halloween party. Or, if you’re looking to give this as a gift, I would just add make the trifle portion a tad bit smaller so that the lid of the mason jar can still fit on top.

Found from thissillygirlskitchen

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August 26, 2018
10 Halloween Crafts For Kids They Will Love Making
Halloween is never boring, there are so many fun activities to do for kids and adults alike, including making Halloween crafts! If you’re looking to keep your little ones busy this Halloween season, have them make some of this fun and creative Halloween crafts for kids.

Halloween Crafts For Kids That Are Fun Making

My love for Halloween stems from all the fun we had during this festive time when we were kids. There was always lots of crafts and activities to do during Halloween – there was never a dull moment!

Having your kids participate in decorating for Halloween and making Halloween crafts will leave them with many fond memories of Halloween. It will also keep them busy

I’ve rounded up some of my favorite Halloween crafts for kids that they will actually enjoy making. And who knows, maybe you will enjoy making it with them!

1. Stick spiderwebs

These stick spiderwebs are easy and really inexpensive to make, and its also lots of fun wrap the white yarn around the sticks.

The kids can experiment with different patterns and colors and you can use it for Halloween decor so it’s a win-win!

Found from happyhourprojects.com

2. Tin can ghost windsock

Another craft that the kids will enjoy making and that you can proudly hang inside or outside for Halloween.

There is a bit of wait time involved with this one as you have to wait for the paint to dry before you finish the final project. But while waiting you can start cutting the ribbon for the bottom so long.

Found from chickenscratchny.com

3. Yarn wrapped mummy

How cute is this mummy?

Have your kids draw and cut out a basic gingerbread man-like shape from cardboard. This can either be black cardboard or any color which they can then paint black.

Then just glue the eyes to the mummy and start wrapping the mummy with yarn. Glue or tape the end of the yarn to the back of the mummy for easier wrapping.

Found from iheartcraftythings.com

4. Clothespin bats

For these clothespin bats, paint the clothespins black using acrylic paint and let them dry.

While waiting for them to dry, draw out the shape of a bat wing on cardboard and cut it out. Use it to trace, draw and cut out multiple bat wings from the cardboard.

Fold over a small tab on the inner edge of each batwing (like shown in the picture) and glue them to the sides of the clothespin.

Found from parents.com

5. Halloween monsters

Amy shows how you can make various Halloween monsters from empty pill bottles. If you don’t have this, I think this would also work perfectly with toilet paper rolls.

There are some monsters not included in the image below, so check out her blog if you want to see the other ones.

Found from thisheartofmineblog.com

6. Halloween spider slime

Is Halloween really complete without Halloween slime? I think not!

This slime is very easy to make with only a couple of ingredients. Let the kids help you by mixing the ingredients and kneading the sticky mixture until it is proper slime.

This recipe makes a big bucket so there should be enough slime to play with for 3-4 kids.

Found from thetiptoefairy.com

7. Halloween ghost bombs

If you don’t mind a bit of a mess outside, these ghost bombs are the bomb (ha)!

They are a bit delicate to make as you have to work with the eggshells, but they’re definitely worth making and a ton of fun to throw around outside!

Found from growingajeweledrose.com

8. Pumpkin popsicle stick door hangers

What a cute idea to decorate door knobs for Halloween! Have them make these cute door hangers and hang it on their doors during Halloween.

You’ll need popsicle sticks (if you don’t have any you could buy them at any craft store), glue, paint and pipe cleaners (ribbons could work too).

Found from thesuburbanmom.com

9. Cardboard box spiders

These cardboard-box spiders are really cheap and easy to make with items you probably already have in your house!

You can use any type of small cardboard box (e.g. a box that medicine or cream or some type of product came in) and paint it black for the body. Then just draw a mouth on paper, cut it out and glue it to the body together with eyes. Use pipe cleaners for the legs.

Found from mollymoocrafts.com

10. Toilet roll bats

These toilet roll bats are really simple and quick to make (aside from waiting for paint to dry) and will only take you about 5 minutes to do.

If you don’t have empty toilet rolls at your disposal, you could also use a paper towel roll or wrapping paper tube and cut it down to smaller sizes.

Found from practicallyfunctional.com

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August 19, 2018
30+ DIY Fall Porch Decorating Ideas For The Prettiest Porch This Fall

If you want to have the prettiest front porch on your block this fall, check out these beautiful DIY fall porch decorating ideas that will instantly brighten up the entrance to your home.

Gorgeous DIY Fall Porch Decorating Ideas

Your front porch is the first thing you see when you look at your house, so why not make it look pretty and inviting? And with fall around the corner, it’s easier to achieve than ever.

The warm and bright colors of fall can instantly add life and excitement to any plain or dull looking front porch. And best of all? You can create decorate your front porch for fall without breaking the bank!

I’ve rounded up some of the prettiest DIY fall porch decorating ideas so they can serve as inspiration for decorating your own porch.

For more info or instructions on how to do any of these projects, you can click on the link below each of the images.

1. Vintage Harvest Fall Porch Decor

This farm fresh vintage themed front porch decor combines the farmhouse appeal with a hint of glamour.

If you’ve got space for a small bench on your porch, you could give this look a try. I can envision being able to do something similar with a small ladder too.

Found from aehomestylelife.com

2. Wheelbarrow Pumpkins

If you have a wheelbarrow, wooden or not, you can definitely spruce it up for fall!

Fill it with gourds, pumpkins, dried leaves, berry springs, and any other fall items you can get your hands on to create a beautiful entryway piece.

Found from bhg.com

3. DIY Marquee Light Letter Pumpkins

This one may be a little more effort because you have to cut out the shapes of the letters from the craft pumpkins.

But the finished result is definitely worth it and the lights look gorgeous at night!

Found from karaspartyideas.com

4. Overflowing basket

If your looking for something simple and easy to do, try your hand at this overflowing basket arrangement.

Simply add a basket, assorted fake pumpkins, a fall leaf garland and a small bale of hay next to your front door.

Found from indeeddecor.com

5. Rustic Metallic Fall Porch

If you don’t want to go all bright and orange with your front porch, give this neutral metallic color scheme a try. It looks elegant and classy and welcoming at the same time.

Found from tarynwhiteaker.com

6. Chalkboard Pumpkin

I never would’ve thought to paint a pumpkin with chalkboard paint, but it’s such a cool idea!

You could use it for anything from a welcome sign to having it display your number.

Hint: Would also be perfect decor for Halloween, where you could draw monster faces on it or write spooky messages.

Found from jeanneoliver.com

7. Fall Mums in Olive Buckets

This is for someone who wants to move away from the norm and don’t want to go overly dramatic in decorating their front porch.

These fall mums installed in olive buckets has a bit of an industrial feeling to them.

Found from onsuttonplace.com

8. Vintage Fall Porch

If you want to go for a vintage and more neutral color fall look, check out this lovely vintage fall porch decor.

The author made use of corn stalks, a bale of hay, an assortment of pumpkins and a re-purposed ladder with burlap letters.

Found from ourvintagehomelove.blogspot.com

9. Pillows and Throws

If you already have some chairs out on your front porch, a simple way to add some fall elegance to them is by simply adding some pillows and throws.

I love how well the color of these throws matches that of the pumpkins!

Found from onsuttonplace.com

10. Farmhouse Themed Fall Porch Decor

This farmhouse themed fall porch decor is perfect for anyone with a small porch. Just add some fake pumpkins, a small bail of hay, a lantern, a leaf garland and a rustic farmhouse sign to one side of your porch.

Found from thecraftingchicks.com

11. Pumpkins presents

Instead of just stacking your pumpkins, spruce them up with some ribbon. I think this would look pretty cute with some burlap ribbon too!

Found from fynesdesigns.com

12. DIY Fall Doormat

Besides just adding fall decor to your front porch, another thing you can consider is creating your own fall doormat.

This one is easy and cheap to make as you’ll only need to find a plain doormat and paint some leaf patterns on it with a stencil.

Found from lifeisaparty.ca

13. DIY Reclaimed Wood Pumpkins

If you’ve got some woodworking skills and want to make something that will last a long time, try your hand at these DIY reclaimed wooded pumpkins.

They’re gorgeous and can be used inside and outside the house.

Found from findinghomefarms.com

14. Fall Decorated Outdoor Lantern

This fall decorated lantern is quick and easy to make and will give you a unique looking fall decor piece.

You can easily get everything you need – a lantern, candle, and a fall leaf and berry garland – in one trip to the dollar store.

Found from timewiththea.com

15. Add a Rocking Chair

If you have a rocking chair (lucky you!), you can easily create this simple and cozy look.

Simply add a blanket, some pumpkins, and a basket filled with gourds, pumpkins and vines.

Found from stonegableblog.com

16. Fall Pallet

If you have a pallet lying around that you’re not using, why not make this happy fall welcome sign pallet?

Found from themagicbrushinc.com

17. Pumpkin and Leaf Porch Decorating

Got some steps leading up to your front door? Try decorating them with a mixture of small and big pumpkins.

Found from lauratrevey.com

18. Re-purpose a Ladder

Okay, this picture is actually from a fall garden tour, but I think it could work equally well on your front porch!

You could also go with less flowers and more pumpkins and gourds if you’d like.

Found from mypaintedgarden.com

19. Minimal Fall Porch Furniture

You don’t need a bench on your porch to decorate for fall, but if you like the look/idea and don’t have a bench, you can also consider doing something with a chair.

This fall porch look is really effortless to create and shows that you don’t need to have fancy decorating skills to create something beautiful.

Found from lollyjane.com

20. Harvest Display

Looking for an easy display where you can just throw everything together and be done within minutes?

Then try this harvest display where you can just add hay, pumpkins, corn and berry vines to a galvanized tub.

Found from threepixielane.blogspot.com

21. Giant Distressed Fall Sign

Want to make a big impact without going crazy with the decorations this fall? Then try out this giant distressed fall sign with some minor decor pieces to round it off.

Found from lovegrowswild.com

22. Farmhouse Fall Table

If you have the space and want to go with a farmhouse look, you can try setting up this fall table and chairs display.

It requires a bit more work but looks really cozy and inviting!

Found from yellowprairieinteriors.com

23. Huge Front Porch Welcome Sign

Welcome family and friends to your home with this huge fall inspired welcome sign. It’s easy enough to make and looks friendly and inviting when dressed up with some pumpkins and other fall decor.

Found from thewoodgraincottage.com

24. Neutral Fall Porch

This vintage fresh corn farmhouse sign is so cute and looks great on any front porch.

If you’re going with a neutral color scheme this is definitely something to try!

Found from tarynwhiteaker.com

25. House Numbers Pumpkin Topiary

How cute is this idea to show your house numbers with pumpkins is a basket?!

The perfect way to incorporate fall into your front porch decor!

Found from atthepicketfence.com

26. Natural Fall Porch

If you don’t want to go all out with your fall decor but want to keep it natural and understated, you can add a touch of fall by simply adding a few pumpkins and gourds here and there on your front porch.

Found from unexpectedelegance.com

27. Distressed Dollar Store Pumpkins

This tutorial shows you how you can easily create these distressed looking pumpkins with pumpkins from the dollar store.

Toss them in a metal bucket with a blanket and put them on your front porch for a cozy fall look!

Found from thekimsixfix.com

28. Urban Farmhouse Fall Porch

Ahh, the pastels in this picture makes my heart happy!

The muted peach and blue cinderella pumpkins with mums in the center work so well with this front porch. And the wreath on the front door brings everything together to create a beautiful and soft fall theme.

Found from homestoriesatoz.com

29. Welcome Banner

Another idea for a welcome sign is to create a welcome banner. And what better material to use than burlap?

Found from forrent.com

30. Chalkboard Welcome Sign

If you like the idea of a welcome sign but don’t want to try your hand at creating one yourself, why not write your welcome message on chalkboard?

What’s great about this is that you can use it to decorate for any season simply by changing the text!

Found from cottageintheoaks.com

31. Burlap Pillow Bench

If you already have a bench for your porch, you can simply dress it up with some fall decor to make it fall friendly.

Adding minimal elements like a burlap pillow with some pumpkins and blankets is all that’s necessary to recreate this subtle fall porch look.

Found from opulentcottage.typepad.com

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August 13, 2018
Bathroom Remodel Ideas: 10 Remodel Ideas You Can Do On A Budget

If you’ve been thinking that you’d like to spruce up your bathroom, I know it can be a daunting task. We’re actually looking into remodeling one of our bathrooms, so I know it can get quite pricey. So I’ve been looking around for bathroom remodel ideas that won’t break the bank, and found some great inspiration online.

10 Bathroom Remodel Ideas Before and After

Some of these bathroom remodel ideas require more effort and investment than others, but I really believe that even a small change can make you feel better about your bathroom.

You don’t always have to remodel the whole bathroom in one go. Adding simple touches here and there can already make it feel like a whole new bathroom!

Whether its just a repaint, framing a mirror, adding some decor – here’s a list of 10 before and after pictures of bathroom remodels that can serve as some inspiration.

To see more information about any of these remodels that were done, you can click on the link below each image.

1. Industrial Farmhouse Bathroom

BEFORE

AFTER

Get more details at cherishedbliss.com

2. Framed Mirror + Repaint

BEFORE

AFTER

Get more details at thefrugalhomemaker.com

3. Farmhouse Bathroom Remodel

BEFORE

AFTER

Get more details at route2rural.blogspot.com

4. Kid’s Bathroom Remodel

BEFORE

AFTER

Get more details at apurdylittlehouse.com

5. Master Bathroom Remodel

BEFORE

AFTER

Get more details at fourgenerationsoneroof.com

6. Single Sink To Double Sink

BEFORE

AFTER

Get more details at remodelaholic.com

7. Master Bathroom Makeover

BEFORE

AFTER

Get more details at shadesofblueinteriors.com

8. Guest Bathroom Remodel

BEFORE

AFTER

Get more details at amberinteriordesign.com

9. Half Bath Remodel

BEFORE

AFTER

Get more details at julieblanner.com

10. Downstairs Bathroom Remodel

BEFORE

AFTER

Get more details at keepingitcozy.blogspot.com

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August 5, 2018
15 Bullet Journal Weekly Spread And Layout Ideas To Organize Your Entire Week

I don’t know about you, but I love to experiment with different layouts and weekly spreads in my bujo. But I’m not that great yet at coming up with my own bullet journal weekly spread ideas (no shame in that!), so I always end up looking for inspiration on Pinterest.

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15 Creative Bullet Journal Weekly Spread Layouts

Some of you probably prefer to keep things the same to create a cohesive look in your bujo, but I like trying something different every now and then. So I’ve rounded up some great bullet journal weekly spread ideas to try.

So whether you’re just starting out with your bujo or you’re already a bujo junky, these bullet journal weekly spreads are sure to give you some inspiration for your bujo!

Thought I’d start out with this minimalist weekly spread that is also easy to do. Your weekly spread doesn’t always have to be difficult and elaborate, sometimes all you need is a simple design.

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This is another cute but simple design that is easy to do and that looks a bit more creative. You also get some extra space for reminders and to-do lists, which is always useful!

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This weekly spread is simple and elegant with the cherry blossom on top.

A small monthly calendar in the top right corner also makes it really easy to see at a glance which week in the month the current spread falls into. I think it’s a really nice idea!

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Love this minimalist spread with the days lined up in circles.

Depending on how small you go, you can easily get your weekly layout done on a single page.

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If you want to try something different that’s bold and striking, what about this honeycomb design?

To achieve this look, I’d suggest that you first plan out your hexagons so that they are all the same size and all fit across the page.

You could of course also just start out one side and make varying sizes to fit them all in, it would also look cute!

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How cute is this colorful cactus spread?!

I’ll admit that I haven’t actually used washi tape in my bullet journals before, but I think it’s a really great idea.

If you’re not very artistic (I can’t draw you guys!), using washi tape can add that pop of color and creative touch to your bujo!

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This palm tree weekly bujo spread is simple, clean and effective.

And it’s perfect for summer!

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If you’re a comic book lover, you’ll probably love this bullet journal weekly spread that reminds you of a comic book.

The comic book layout has just the right balance of comic book elements while still having enough space for you to jot down your daily tasks.

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Another simple but elegant design achieved by using golden washi tape as dividers.

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With some blue watercolor, cursive script and some dots, you can create these lovely headers for your bullet journal.

Reminds me of the ocean and summer!

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If you love wreaths, you will probably love this weekly spread with wreath-like borders for the days.

The spread also looks fun but still looks clean and organized, which I love!

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This one is for plant lovers or cactus lovers. I think it looks super cute to decorate your borders with these plant doodles.

You could, of course, do this sort of layout with any type of doodle, bees, rainbows, whatever you like!

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Love this black and white minimalist weekly bullet journal spread.

It’s simple and clean and easy enough for anyone to recreate.

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Another plant inspired weekly bullet journal layout.

The design is simple enough for anyone to copy, just add your day blocks and then you can add your own custom doodles!

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Thought this weekly bullet journal spread would be cute for a snowy week, or even for days leading up to Christmas. It just gives off a festive kind of vibe.

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July 27, 2018
DIY Fall Wreath Ideas: 15 Fall Wreaths That Will Brighten Up Your Front Door

Fall is probably my favorite season. I just love all the warm earthy colors that come into play this time of year. And I also love bringing those colors and fall feeling into my home. So I’ve been looking at some easy to do DIY fall wreath ideas so I can brighten up my front door and welcome the colors of fall.

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15 DIY Fall Wreath Ideas To Try

For some of these DIY wreaths you can use either a wreath frame or a grapevine wreath that you can find on Amazon or at your local craft store.

To see the full tutorial for each of these fall wreaths, please click on the link below each image. They contain some useful tips on making your wreath!

1. Neutral Fall Wreath

Thought I’d start out with a simple, neutral colored fall wreath.

This one is really easy to make. All you need to do is cut a drop cloth into lots of strips and tie them to your wreath frame until you can’t see the wire anymore.

Found from livelaughrowe.com

2. Indian Corn Wreath

This one uses a straw wreath as the base, and is actually super easy to make and can be done in about 30 minutes.

You’ll need some multi-colored corn (the author picked up hers from her local Amish greenhouse) and some hot glue. Just fluff the husks on the mini corn, and glue them to the straw wreath.

Found from stonegableblog.com

3. Burlap Bunting Wreath

If you’re looking for a simple, minimalist wreath that still make a bold statement, this is the wreath for you.

Make your own burlap bunting with the letters of your choice and simply tie it to the grapevine wreath.

Found from makeit-loveit.com

4. Sunshine Wreath

This sunshine wreath actually uses some cut out cardboard for the wreath base.

It takes a bit more work to gather all the sticks and make the rosettes, but in the end it will be so worth it when you have this unique wreath!

Found from yellowmums.blogspot.com

5. Felt Leaf Wreath

To make this wreath, you’ll need to get a wispy wreath with swirly branches as your base. You can get this at garden nurseries and home stores.

Then you just need to cut out and add some felt leaves to create this stunning piece.

Found from liagriffith.com

6. White Pumpkin Wreath

This white pumpkin wreath uses a leaf wreath as the base, but you could also recreate this look by simply wrapping a leaf garland around a grapevine wreath.

Then you just need to add the mini pumpkins and the Japanese lantern spray to complete the look.

Found from stonegableblog.com

7. Decorated Fall Wreath

If you don’t want to go for the oranges and yellows with your fall wreath, you can also go for shades of green, white and brown.

This beautiful wreath does just that while still giving off that cozy fall feeling.

Found from confessionsofaserialdiyer.com

8. Rustic Fall Wreath

This lovely rustic fall wreath again uses a stick/branch wreath as the base.

Then the author added some small paper pumpkins and faux fall leaves (you could use real ones too!).

Found from houseofjoyfulnoise.com

9. Moss Wreath

This moss wreath keeps a neutral color scheme and looks so simple and elegant.

Found from thecharmofhome.blogspot.com

10. Raffia Wreath

Believe it or not, this wreath is actually really easy to make, and also cost under $15!

I just love the messy and fluffy look of this wreath, and it fills up the door

Found from stonegableblog.com

11. Circle Pumpkin Wreath

How cute is this wreath with mini pumpkins!?

This wreath actually uses real pumpkins, check out the tutorial to see how to make your pumpkins and gourds last longer and not mold.

Found from onsuttonplace.com

12. Felt Rosettes Wreath

This wreath is really simple and easy to make, the author of the tutorial purchased everything for less than $10.

The tutorial also shows an easy way to create those felt rosettes.

Found from craftingmom.com

13. Rustic Burlap & Yarn Wreath

Another neutral color palette wreath, this one uses a foam wreath form as a base, but you could just as easily cut out your wreath base from cardboard or something similar.

Found from blog.consumercrafts.com

14. DIY Fall Wreath With Bling

If you want to add a bit of bling to your wreath, why not try this one out?

Just spray paint some leaves and berries with colors of gold and silver and add it to your wreath base.

Found from frugalflourish.blogspot.com

15. Fall Leaf Wreath

This is also a super easy wreath to make that is bright and full of color.

You can use real leaves or preserved leaves that you can get from a craft store, and simply stick the branches into your wreath base – no glue required.

Found from designimprovised.com

Pin these DIY fall wreath ideas for later!

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July 16, 2018
10 Easy DIY 4th Of July Decorations And Crafts You Need To Try This Year

With Independence Day coming up, many people are already starting to think about 4th of July decorations and crafts to make.

Whether you’re hosting a party or barbecue, or just want to add a festive touch to your home, these easy DIY 4th of July decorations are perfect to celebrate Independence Day.

Patriotic 4th Of July Decorations And Crafts

There are many crafts you can make to decorate your home for the 4th of July that won’t require you to spend a lot of money.

From paper garlands to candles to patriotic wreaths, I hope this list will inspire you and give you some ideas of how you can decorate your home to celebrate America.

To see the full tutorial for any of these crafts (if available), please click on the link below each image.

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1. Paper Star Garland

This paper star garland is available from Etsy but is easy and simple enough to make yourself.

You just need some paper stars and some string, then you can sew the string through the stars. You could also glue two stars together around the string to get the same result.

Found from Etsy

2. Patriotic Clothespin Wreath

If you’re looking to make a wreath for your door for Independence Day, this one is really easy to do and only requires a few supplies.

Found from Home Crafts By Ali

3. Patriotic Paper Chain

Another inexpensive paper craft you can make that will add a patriotic touch to your home. It looks adorable hanging from a mantle, dessert table or even as a party backdrop.

It’s also the perfect craft to make with children as a fun activity that everyone can enjoy.

Found from Love The Day

4. Painted Lawn Stars

Okay, this is not really decor per say, but I think this is such a creative idea if you’re hosting a 4th of July party or barbecue and have a big lawn. It will really add to the fun and excitement of an Independence Day celebration.

The paint the author used is construction marking paint intended for grass which you can find at any home improvement store. The paint will NOT kill the grass but it is permanent. This means you will only get it off by letting the grass grow out and then mowing it off (worth it in my opinion).

Found from The Concrete Cottage

5. Star Candles

If you’ve got some plain white candles you can turn them into these star candles for minimalist Independence Day decorations.

Just get some blue and red star stickers and white candles and you’re good to go!

Found from Good Housekeeping

6. American Flag Pillow

To create this flag pillow, the author used an old sweater with an embroidered American flag and turned it into this cute pillow cover.

You can also recreate this look with a blank white pillow by sewing or by gluing a small American flag onto the pillow.

Found from Thrifty Decor Chick

7. American Flag Mason Jars

Adding some 4th of July spirit to your home can be as easy as jazzing up a couple of mason jars!

You can paint your mason jars or just add the American flag to them and then use them however you like. I would put flowers in them!

Found from Our Unexpected Journey

8. Pallet Flag

With some paint and a wooden pallet, you can easily recreate this wooden pallet flag for your front porch.

Of course, you don’t necessarily have to use a large pallet to do this. You can also do something similar with a smaller pallet and hang it on your door or wall for some 4th of July decorations.

Found from Saving By Design

9. Easy Patriotic Centerpiece

You can make this celebratory 4th of July centerpiece in a couple of minutes once you have all the items. You just need a mason jar, some rice, a couple of star picks and small flags to create this centerpiece.

Found from Tidy Mom

10. Patriotic Shutter

You can decorate your home, yard or front porch with this easy to make patriotic shutter.

You’ll need an old shutter, some tape and spray paint of the correct color. If you want to soften up the edges you can also drape some burlap and ropes over it like the author did in this case.

Found form Hoosier Homemade

Want to make some of this 4th of July decorations later? Pin it to your Independence Day decorations board on Pinterest!

June 10, 2018
10 Linen Closet Organization Ideas That Also Looks Beautiful
Okay, so today I thought I’d tackle my linen closet. Who would’ve thought that a small closet like that could become so messy and unorganized so quickly? Unfortunately, it happens all the time. Luckily with a little help from Pinterest, I found some great linen closet organization ideas that not only organize your linen closet but also makes it look beautiful.

Beautiful Linen Closet Organization Ideas

When you’re doing laundry and cleaning up your home, it’s often so easy to just shove anything into your linen closet.

And after a while, it becomes so cluttered that you don’t even want to open the door. You know that once you do, various blankets, towels, sheets, and whatnot will come flying out at you.

If you’ve been avoiding tackling your linen closet, then it might be time to get down to business. And I’ve got some help.

With these linen closet organization ideas, you’ll be able to organize your linen closet and keep it organized for good this time.

Whether your linen closet is small and narrow or big and wide, the ideas below are some of the best I found online. Use them as a source of inspiration to get your linen closet back in shape.

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1. Organize with decorative baskets and bins

You can use baskets and bins to group similar items together, making it easier to find something when looking for it.

It also helps to conceal some items which you do not necessarily want to see each time you open your closet, like cleaning supplies and toilet paper.

Image from Dear Lillie Blog

2. Creative extra storage with an over the door organizer

If you’ve got some space in your linen closet, you can add an over the door organizer to create even more storage space.

Use this storage to store smaller items that you need more often so that they’ll be easier to grab.

Image from Amazon

3. Roll your towels and/or blankets

Maximize your space by rolling your towels and blankets and stacking them on top of each other instead of folding them.

You can keep similar colored towels together to create a more cohesive look and feel.

Image from Aqua Lane Design

4. Label your storage containers

If you’re using baskets and bins for storage, you might find yourself looking through a number of them to find the item you want.

Adding labels to your storage containers can help you find items quicker and will help make sure that you store items in the correct containers going forward.

Image from The Simply Organized Home

5. Add a cute curtain

Add a small curtain to sections of your linen closet if you don’t want the items stored there to be immediately visible.

This also helps make your linen closet look neater and will help you hide sections that you don’t find aesthetically appealing.

Image from Restoring The Roost

6. Use wire baskets or clear containers

If you don’t want to label containers in your linen closet, another solution is to use clear containers or wire baskets.

This also makes it easy to find what you’re looking for as you can see exactly what you have and what goes where.

Image from Simply Organized

7. Store sheets in pillowcases

Fold your sheets and insert them into their matching pillow cases before storing them in your linen closet.

This is a quick and easy way to make sure that all your sets always stay together.

Image from Lemons Lavender And Laundry

8. Add towel bars

Add towels bars to the inside of your linen closet door to store sets of clean and ready to use towels.

This will make it easier for guests to find the towels they can use for their next shower.

Image from BHG

9. Use a hamper

Add an elegant hamper at the bottom of your linen closet to store used linens, rags, and towels.

This keeps everything out of sight until laundry day.

Image from A Mrs Among Magnolias

10. Shelf dividers

You can also use shelf dividers to keep items separate on your linen closet shelves.

Image from Amazon

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Pin these linen closet organization ideas for later!

If you’ve been avoiding your linen closet because it’s unorganized, it might be time to declutter and finally get it organized.

I hope these linen closet organization ideas will inspire you to do just that.

And if you don’t have the time just yet but would like to get back to these ideas later, please pin one of the images below to your organization board on Pinterest.
May 27, 2018