Upcycle a Wood Tray – an easy DIY project

These old trays have been hanging around for a while. They are beaten up and don't match anything. I decided to upcycle a wood tray to match my current decor. This is an easy project that takes several days only because there is a fair bit of waiting for stuff to dry. I had everything I needed … Continue reading →

6 Cutting Gift Ideas for Your Sewer or Crafter

Cutting gift ideas for sewers and crafters are certain to please. I was trying to update my Christmas wish list and realized that the items I was longing for might be just the things other creative folk were hoping to find under the tree. It can be tricky buying gifts for sewers and … Continue reading →

Sklar Peppler Coffee Table Makeover

Before and After - Sklar Peppler Coffee Table Makeover A few years ago I was looking to add a coffee table to our TV room. We had chosen, originally, not to have one to keep the space as open as possible for horsing around and laying around. Once the boys were older I thought it was time for a … Continue reading →

Quick and Easy Sewing Patterns from Ottobre Design Woman

I have gradually become a fan of leggings. At first, I was happy with black and brown ones. Then I added a couple of patterned ones. Of course, the fabric store had some gorgeous knits that were crying out to be leggings. I wanted quick and easy sewing patterns. I subscribe to Ottobre design … Continue reading →

Easy Fireplace Mantle Upgrade – Blah to Beautiful!

In December I moved into my new place (Downsizing: I did it ...so can you). Since then I have planned some improvements. I painted the upstairs but due to the rule that Gillie does not do ladders unsupervised (vertigo), I had a painter do the stairwell and downstairs. While I was preparing for her … Continue reading →

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Upcycle a Wood Tray – an easy DIY project

6 Cutting Gift Ideas for Your Sewer or Crafter

Sklar Peppler Coffee Table Makeover

Quick and Easy Sewing Patterns from Ottobre Design Woman

Easy Fireplace Mantle Upgrade – Blah to Beautiful!