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lazy mutt bed – tin bucket dog bed tutorial

October 5, 2011 4 Comments

I ended up buying a large white beverage tin with the intention of making something for the creatures. I really, really, really wanted to make this kitty play area for Annie based on this post from Gardners 2 Bergers but then we adopted Lemur. Crazy kitten + grass + dirt would not equal a good combination in our house. Condo Cat Backyard - From Gardners 2 BergerSo sad because it really is a cute idea for indoor kitties. The tin has just been taking up space in my family room all summer only … [Read more...]

Filed Under: crafts, furniture, home decor, tutorial Tagged With: cats, craft room, craft tutorial, mutts

craft room design – revealing my favorite place

September 21, 2011 51 Comments

I revealed my craft room/office when it was about 90% complete back in March. It was one of the first rooms we tried to finish so I would have my dedicated space for crafting, studying and working from home. I’ve been making tweaks to it since but I finally have our most recent updates to share. I spent a lot of time thinking of what my craft room design would be, but ultimately, I wanted an airy space with a bright color and a combination of light and dark furniture. It is playful but … [Read more...]

Filed Under: furniture, home decor, renovations Tagged With: craft organization, craft room, craft supplies, craft tutorial, decor, paint, sewing

a little celebration – paper bunting tutorial

August 29, 2011 4 Comments

I love bunting. It makes it feel like a little celebration is happening wherever it is. ViaViaViaIt is so simple to make these banners with paper so I thought I would add a little celebration to my craft room. I'm in the middle of finishing an update to my entire craft room, which I'll share as soon as I'm done organizing it. In the meantime, here is a simple bunting tutorial to try.Pick your selection of coordinating papers and make yourself a template with cardstock. Since I was just making a … [Read more...]

Filed Under: crafts, tutorial Tagged With: craft organization, craft room, craft tutorial

privacy please – simple fabric curtain

August 19, 2011 6 Comments

I've been on a sewing kick lately and trying to be productive. My craft room closet is pretty organized but there is no way to close it to cover up the crafting stash when we have company over. I ripped out the door when we moved in because I hated the door and wanted easy access to the space. More importantly, I share my craft closet with the kitties - their litter boxes are hidden in there since it is out of the way. While we have "pretty" Booda Dome litter boxes they are not really design … [Read more...]

Filed Under: crafts, home decor, renovations, tutorial Tagged With: craft organization, craft room, craft supplies, craft tutorial, sewing

ribbon, ribbon and more ribbon – diy ribbon organization

July 28, 2011 22 Comments

I have a craft supply shopping problem. At least I can admit it. It doesn't help that the hubby encourages it. Yes ladies, he is a keeper for sure.I LOVE ribbon. I buy ribbon even if I don't have a planned project for it. I buy it just because it's pretty...is that bad? The only problem with pretty ribbon is storage. My desk drawer system wasn't working at all so I was inspired on Pinterest to use a hanger to store my ribbon. Pulled out a hanger out of my closet and was thrilled with the … [Read more...]

Filed Under: crafts, home decor, tutorial Tagged With: cats, craft organization, craft room, craft tutorial, ribbon, spray paint

crafty time

June 13, 2011 1 Comment

Crafty time project overload. That addicting little thing called Pinterest, is filling my brain with all sorts of wonderful crafty ideas I want to do. Problem is I can't seem to find the time to do them all. I end up making weekly daydreaming stops at Jo-Ann Fabrics and Michaels' to stock up but I haven't managed to finish anything. Just a glimpse of what I have in process...Pillow cases. Many pillow cases. All my pillow inserts have been sitting on the sofas throughout the house naked since … [Read more...]

Filed Under: crafts, home decor, tutorial Tagged With: craft organization, craft room, craft supplies, craft tutorial, frames

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Directions Not Included follows the DIY and craft adventures of two humans, three dogs and two cats as they take one old Florida home and make it theirs.

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