5 Ways to Fake a Fireplace Mantel

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 Have you visited any of this season’s mantel linky parties?  Viewing all the beautifully decorated mantels is enough to give anyone some serious fireplace envy if you don’t have one of your own.   Don’t worry–you are not alone!  Quite a few homes are built without fireplaces these days, and if you are living in {…Read More…}

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5 Ways to Make a Valentine for Your Guy

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Quick, everyone, we just have three days left to figure out what to give the men in our lives for Valentine’s Day!  Some people claim the pressure is on the guys when it comes to gift giving on the day of love, but I have to disagree.  A guy can’t go wrong with flowers, chocolates, {…Read More…}

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5 Ways to Make Unique Business Cards

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If you spend much time looking at design, lifestyle, and crafty blogs, it’s hard not to notice that this is blog conference season.  I’ve just returned from the amazing CHA (Craft & Hobby Association) tradeshow.  You’ve probably read about other bloggers’ recent trips to Altitude Design Summit.  And it seems like everyone with a blog {…Read More…}

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Aged Rustic Wood Tray

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I am very excited to introduce my first contributor here on IC.  I asked Brook from Being Brook if she would join the ranks here at IC.  She has yet to be discovered by most of you but she is brilliant and I am excited to showcase her each month here. Hello Infarrantly Creative fans {…Read More…}

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5 Ways to Organize Your Family’s Command Center

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The Army, NASA, and any busy family have one thing in common:  they all need a central command station.  Whether you’re moving troops, putting a man on the moon, or just trying to get three kids to three different activities on time, it takes planning….and a dedicated space to do that planning.  Quite a few {…Read More…}

Monogrammed Pillow

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I love personalized gifts.  Most gift recipients like them too.  That is why when I saw this beautiful personalized monogram pillow cover from Red Envelope I had to make some for gifts.  I am kind of obsessed with two things right now: pillows and my Simply Screen Kit from Plaid.  I knew this pillow could {…Read More…}

5 Ways to Make Your Own Stocking Stuffers

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If you have a long list of people to shop for this holiday season, your pockets may be pretty empty by the time you get around to stocking stuffers. Instead of settling for less at the discount store, why not try your hand at making something?  Take a look at the craft and sewing supplies {…Read More…}

5 Ways to Refashion a Sweatshirt

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There’s a definite chill in the air when I step outside my door, these days.  Winter is coming, and even indoors I’m starting to wear my fuzzy socks again.  Pretty soon, snow will be falling outside, and I’ll be ready to stay inside with a warm cup of cocoa, my favorite shelter mags, and my {…Read More…}

5 Ways to Create Jewelry from Everyday Objects

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Recently, I shared a pretty piece of jewelry with you that  came from a surprising source–the hardware store.  My hex nut necklace was made with a simple gold chain and supplies gathered in the nuts and bolts section at Home Depot.  It’s such a great statement piece, and it definitely got the wheels of my {…Read More…}