Farmhouse style doll beds built for two cousins: I used Ana White’s plans here and modified the width one less slat. Perfect fit for their American Girl dolls or any 18″ doll. The customer requested one pink: And one purple: These two beds just might be my most favorite of all the doll beds I’ve… Read more
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DIY Patchwork Quilt
A patchwork quilt for Ben: Twin size to fit his big boy bed: And personalized on the back side: Inspired by this quilt from Pottery Barn: And this monogram style from Pottery Barn: I combined the two styles and used colors to match Ben’s bedroom: Back when Ben was first born I had made a… Read more
“B” is for Bed #7
A farmhouse style doll bed for Molly. I built the bed using Ana White’s plans here, modifying the width (one less slat than Ana’s). This is a darker version of my previous beds. The color was chosen to match Molly’s bedroom furniture. Her dresser here is a cherry wood color: Painted and ready for her… Read more
DIY Tapered Mudroom Bins
I built custom size tapered monogrammed bins for Hillary’s mudroom. Painted with high gloss enamel and sealed with clear lacquer. They are sleek, you can see the glossy finish here: The bright turquoise color matches the cushions from the kitchen chairs: Here’s the before: And now with the new bins: Here’s how I made the… Read more
“V” is for Variations
Pouch variations. (And a few signs too.) Orders from the Christmas Fair. (To see the how-to on these pouches click here.) Medium canvas pouch with single large monogram: Large canvas pouch with flat band in place of ruffle and monogram: Love the striped lining inside: The wool version with single monogram and leather pull. I believe… Read more
“B” is for Believe
Paper starburst believe garland banner: Made from old paperback book pages. Naturally aged to perfection. With a glittered letter in the center that spells out believe. Here’s how I made the garland: 1. Prepare the paper rolls. Tear out old paperback book pages and roll into a cone shape securing with hot glue: 2. Using… Read more
“D” is for Door
Christmas door decor and a handpainted BELIEVE sign. (FONT IS: Bordeaux Roman Bold) A little different but festive. I’m up to my eyeballs in terrycloth pouch orders so there is no ‘Here’s how I made it’ portion to this post. I painted the sign similar to the how-to in this post if you’re looking for some… Read more
“W” is for West Elm
A West Elm inspired Merry Christmas sign: I borrowed the idea straight from the West Elm Holiday 2011 catalog: Every page has beautiful lettering done in chalk and the combination of fonts and layout are amazing. A kind reader informed me the artist behind the chalk drawings is Dana Tanamachi. She has a beautiful website… Read more
DIY Fabric Wrapped Wreath
Let’s make a project using fabric that doesn’t actually need a sewing machine. Today I’m sharing this DIY fabric wrapped wreath to fulfill a special request from my sister. We’ll take fabric strips a wrap them around a styrofoam wreath form for a pretty Christmas themed wreath. A DIY tutorial to make a fabric wrapped… Read more
“M” is for Mahjong
Terry pouches for a mahjong party. A custom order complete with an embroidered starfish and ‘St. Barth’s’. And a surprise turquoise color on the inside: A local party planner ordered these pouches, she will be adding a custom zipper pull. Makes me wish I was going to St. Barth’s with the pouches! But I don’t… Read more
DIY Open Toy Box
I built another toy box, this one is for Mackenzy: Perfect for corralling all those toys. And a beautiful piece of furniture too! Here’s how I made the toy box: 1. Build per Ana’s plans here. Sand and wood putty. 2. One coat primer. Sand again. 3. Two coats semi-gloss white. 4. Prepare lettering, print… Read more
“M” is for Merry
Merry Christmas painted sign. Is it too early? Never. Thanksgiving was yesterday so we’re in the clear. Here’s how I made the sign: 1. Use reclaimed wood, this piece is tongue and groove paneling (7 1/4″h x 74″l). Prime and paint two coats Behr Tile Red. Print out letters to fit. Lay out letters and… Read more