Can’t think of a good piece of art (I said art!) you want to have hanging on your wall for many moons to come? This is a great idea to add some color and be able to change the art with the seasons!
Inspiration: Framed Flowers
Certainly we think of flower arranging as an art, but we’ve never considered literally treating bouquets as artworks, by framing them as one would frame a painting. It’s an interesting way to use the wall as a dynamic space, with an ever-changing palette of color and texture, rather than as a static backdrop for a permanent display.
via Apartment Therapy San Francisco | Inspiration: Framed Flowers.
What a great idea for reusing something and making it new. I don’t really know anyone who doesn’t need some help with organizing their craft space either and this is beautiful and useful!
Repurposing Craft/tool station with wall organizer
Craft and tool station
This project is what Elizabeth would call “finding crap on the curb and making something fabulous.” I found this mint green railing (from a crib? shelves?) in a pile of debris. Add galvanized wall pocket planters (on clearance at Jo-Ann for $1.50 each), daisy hooks (thanks, Kristi), spice rack ($3.50 at a thrift store), paper/pen bin (thanks, Jim), dowels and wire for hooks (Freecycle), and I’ve got a cheap craft organizing solution. A power strip and a salvaged bench vice (thanks, dad) attached to the rolling toolbox make it complete. Can’t wait to use it!
via Craft/tool station with wall organizer – Craftynest.
I love this bag! The tutorial is great and the final product is adorable and useful! I’m going to make one of these!
Zippered Case with Reverse Applique
Just in time for the back to school season, this embroidered pencil case is perfect for all ages. This case can be pieced together out of various fabrics or made from just a single cut. The addition of hand embroidery elevates this utilitarian item to a whole new level. The pen and pencil motif are embroidered on cotton fabric and then reverse appliqued to the front of the pouch. It’s an easy technique that results in a striking effect. You may also choose to applique the embroidery as a patch. See the end of the post for photos.
via O.F. Patterns and Tutorials: Zippered Case with Reverse Applique.
I recently made this skirt for my daughter. As soon as I saw the fabric, I knew I wanted to make her a skirt. I hope it will keep her warm this fall. She needs a good shirt to go with it though.
I don’t live in a loft, but I love this idea! I was looking at some doors at the home improvement shop the other day that were chalkboards. I can easily see this getting to where it is messy looking, but it might be great for our pantry door!
Trend Alert: Chalkboards
With fall approaching and the start of the new school year, we’re finding that many are treating a certain classroom staple as unconventional home decor. It seems chalkboards aren’t reserved just for schools anymore. Blame it on the inner kid in us, but we love these chalkboard walls, doors, furniture and even lamps! We think you’ll find yourself wanting a corner or whole wall for doodling too.
An entryway is a perfect place for a chalkboard wall. Notes, appointments, and shopping lists can be checked on the way out the door.
via Trend Alert: Chalkboards – LoftLife Magazine – The Loftstyle Guide to Life in the City.
