I am slightly obsessed with painting fabric. I just feel so free that I am unlimited by color or pattern when I have paint laying around. I also love screen printing and have made several screen printed pillows prior. I love snowflakes. I think they are so intricate, delicate and feminine. So why not make up a few and give them as gifts matching the Christmas décor of the recipient?
How to Paint a Fireplace

The East Coast Creative gals are back with another amazing stencil project. I already copied their last months project and now I want to paint my fireplace. I have terrible black tiles that are itching for a makeover. And I agree with Jessica it sounds like a great fall project for me. So do you {…Read More…}
Cheap Outdoor Rug

Monica is back to show us her cheap outdoor rug idea. She shows us how easy it is with a graphic stencil and a can of spray paint to transform a cheap indoor/outdoor rug. Rugs are very expensive but often is the decorating piece that ties the room together. Monica’s idea is perfect for outdoor seating {…Read More…}
Mother’s Day Personalized Picture Frame

Mother’s Day is right around the corner and giving handmade is always a sweet and sentimental way to show your mom you care. My mom happens to think her grandbabies are the perfect creatures of this earth so I decided to make an art piece to showcase them for her Mother’s Day gift this {…Read More…}
Fabric Upholstered Headboard–Painted & Stenciled

I have been wanting to make an upholstered headboard for a while now but finding the perfect fabric often proves difficult, unless of course, I was willing to pay $50/yard. Why not stencil your own fabric? You get the color and pattern you want without the hunt and the cost. So I made a stenciled {…Read More…}
Stenciled Monogram–{Somewhat Simple}

It seems like everyone likes to see something with their name, initial or monogram on it. So creating a custom monogram is a gift I would think would be perfect for neighbors, friends, teachers, mailmen or family. So grab a prefabbed letter and a stencil and getting creating with Stephanie from Somewhat Simple. {…Read More…}
Stenciled Quatrefoil Footstool
I had the opportunity to try out the new line of Martha Stewart Crafts Decorative Paint Line by Plaid. Martha just launched (this past week) a new line of craft paints, stencils and tools now available exclusively at Michaels. There are 160 colors, 5 finishes and some amazing tools. Plus it is {…Read More…}

