After a longer journey than originally anticipated, the geometric crochet pillow is finally finished and living its best life on the couch. Inspired by a beautiful version spotted over at Meeha Meeha, this project turned out to be one of those satisfying slow burns where the end result makes every hour of effort feel completely […]
DIY: Make a Wish Birthday Card
Some birthdays call for something more personal than a store bought card, and a milestone worth celebrating deserves a little extra effort. Spotting an adorable version of this concept on Pinterest was all the inspiration needed to create a completely original take on it. The result is a card that is interactive, charming and genuinely […]
Sewn: A Simple Peplum Top
A peplum top has a way of making almost any outfit feel a little more put together, and this one came together with surprisingly little effort. The starting point was this straightforward tutorial from Cotton and Curls, which breaks the construction down into its most basic form. The pattern is essentially a matter of cutting […]
DIY Word Sweater: Sew a Message on Your Clothes
Clothing has always been a form of self expression, but there is something particularly direct and appealing about wearing an actual word. No interpretation required, no guessing at the message. The sweater simply says what it says, and that is exactly the point. This project is a low effort, high impact way to personalize something […]
DIY: How to Create a Wedding Shower Rain Theme Photo Booth
A rain shower themed wedding shower is just about the most clever party concept imaginable, and this photo booth setup proves exactly how far a simple theme can go when someone runs with it creatively. The whole thing is charming, funny and genuinely interactive in a way that most party activities simply are not. One […]
How to Make a DIY Book Clutch
Alright, fellow bookworms, this one has been a long time coming. The whole reason behind making the first two book tutorials (here and here) was so that this gloriously nerdy book clutch could happen. And honestly? The finished result is beyond what was imagined. Carrying a library card has never looked so good. Want to […]
DIY Book Cell Phone Charging Station
A nightstand has a way of accumulating clutter, and a charging phone sitting out in the open with its cord snaking across the surface is one of the main culprits. This book-based charging station solves that problem in the most charming way possible, hiding the phone neatly out of sight while keeping it charged and […]
Build Your Own Dream Home to Cut Down on Repairs
In America, 23% of families decide to have a fully custom home built to their specifications and needs. The national average cost of this is around $288,000 – a lot less than many people consider. If you choose to custom build, not only will you be able to design your dream home, but you can […]