Learn how to make easy DIY Napkin Rings from scrap leather. These leather napkin rings are the perfect addition to a summer BBQ, casual outdoor wedding, or rustic holiday table setting. Our new home has a lovely, large patio — and I just can’t wait to start eating outdoors {can you believe it has been …
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30+ Handcrafted Leather Gifts You’ll want to Give {and Get!}. Plus handmade leather gifts aren’t just “gifts for him,” this post has something for everyone! Still trying to find a few more Christmas gifts? Maybe you feel “stuck” — does everything store-bought seem bland and boring? Consider rounding up some scrap leather and making a …
Learn how to make leather gift tags to wrap presents. DIY Leather gift tags are a quick and easy gift wrap idea. Looking for something modern, simple, and rustic to take your gift wrapping up a notch? Today, I’m teaching you how to make a stylish leather gift tag, perfect for wrapping Christmas gifts or …
In this post: Make a mason jar planter from a large frame to use indoors or outdoors. It’s an amazing before and after, that can be completed in an afternoon! Hello, new friends! Kelly here from North Country Nest. My soon-to-be husband {we’re making it official August 26!} and I are renovating our first house and sharing …
In this post: Learn how to make a DIY Tote Bag to take with you to the Farmer’s Market, decorated with a set of 9 Herbs. Are you a Farmer’s Market enthusiast? We love to visit the Farmer’s Market throughout the summer, stocking up on fresh veggies and herbs. This year, I’m carrying a canvas tote …
Learn how to make DIY Leather Drawer Pulls with labels for a child’s bedroom. A small dresser with curved drawers is updated with DIY leather drawer pulls. I’m a firm believer in not rushing the decorating process. I don’t force decision-making. I’ll shop for the right piece of furniture for months. I’m okay with imperfection and …
Learn how to stain a basket with this simple tutorial. Instead of tossing boring baskets, create a stylish, rustic basket in minutes! It’s hard for me to skip purchasing a perfectly good basket in a thrift shop. Even if it is not the prettiest basket, it can still be used in cabinets and closets to …
Learn how to make a DIY leather cord keeper to hold earbuds, charging cords, USB cords, and more. This cord holder – or “cord taco” – can be personalized, making it a great gift for him! Who doesn’t have phone or tablet cords laying around? Today, I’m showing you how to make a leather cord keeper with …
On the 2nd day of Craftmas, my true love gave to me… a Gallery Wall Starter Kit. Are you just now finding the 12 Days of Craftmas Series? If so, you’re in for a treat! Each day, December 1-12, 3 bloggers and I are bringing you a handmade gift idea. I am so impressed with my talented …
These DIY leather coasters are a simple and quick gift for him. Perfect for Father’s Day or as a Christmas stocking stuffer, you can even personalize the leather coaster set with their name or initials! Leather items are one of my favorite gift ideas for the men in my life. This simple and quick DIY …
We’ve got a giant Magnolia tree in our backyard, which is just perfect for seasonal decorating. It’s evergreen. The leaves are lush and deep in color. The blooms in summer are incredible. I can’t pass up incorporating its natural beauty in our home. The leaves graced our Thanksgiving table last year and our mantel two Christmases ago. …
Over 40 DIY ideas for displaying your favorite family photos! From vintage to handmade, you’ll love these creative photo display ideas. Displaying family photos is an important element in the effort of creating a home. Family photos can be hung artistically and organized in a way that lends itself to the overall style and design …
Learn how to make a quick and easy DIY photo display with a vintage folding ruler. This thrift store find is the perfect for displaying your favorite candid pics and family snapshots. Are you guilty of never printing or displaying your photos? This DIY Photo Display will give you no excuse. It’s an incredibly quick …
Learn how to make a boxwood wreath! This natural wreath is beautiful and simple, easily made with fresh boxwood clippings. Sometimes, less is more. That’s the case with this wreath that I shared during Monday’s spring entryway tour. It’s petite and delicate. Maybe it’s the light feeling of spring, but I wanted to do something simpler …
If you like to thrift, you know that there are so many beautiful books out there. However, it’s hard to justify buying more and more pretty books — just to fill shelves. Of course, I could read them; but if I’m not reading them {guilty!}, then it seems wiser just to pass them up. That …