When we moved into our bungalow six years ago, I had always planned on transforming this sad, sad little spot in our basement into a functioning Craft Corner. In the ensuing years, I’ve collected odds and ends – chairs, tables, small storage cabinets – with the idea of putting it together, slowly, bit by bit….
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How To Make a Basic Loom
I know I am not alone when I say that I am loving this growing trend in weaving, especially in home décor. No longer is it relegated to trained fibre artists or that small group of ex-hippies and modern bohemians (you know who you are 😉 ) who prefer the unique and handcrafted over things mass-produced. Weaving, in all its forms,…
How to Adjust a Mirror, Art or Picture Hanging Wire
We have two beautiful mirrors currently hanging in our front foyer. They each have a classic black and white Greek/Roman-inspired art motif frame that I had never seen before – so naturally I had to have them! You may have seen them in other posts such as my summer home tour or my fall home tour. The mirrors make such a bold impact in the…
All-Natural, 2-Ingredient Brass Cleaner
Brass has been having a real ‘moment’ in home décor in recent years – and it does not seem to be abating. Everything from ceiling fixtures to lamps, from kitchen hardware to door knobs to quirky and seasonal home décor – you cannot open a home style blog or magazine without seeing beautiful brass adorning…
DIY Cubby Wall Display
When we first moved into our home five years ago, I had every intention of doing something with this half wall. It is quite long (9 feet!) and, as you can imagine, takes up a lot of visual space. Unlike any other wall in our home, it does not anchor a room in any way. It simply…