Home Decor

Like most crafters, I spend a lot of time on the internet browsing for creative inspiration. This month, I'm looking forward to spring and, while I don't look forward to traditional spring cleaning, I do like to freshen up the look of my home for the new season. One home décor concept I've run across online several times is a very simple one: a basic rearrangement of family photos.  Because it's such a quick and inexpensive way to spruce up a wall, I have had the idea on my "Things to Do" list for a while. ...read more

Picking a Valentine’s Day gift for a guy can be tricky – you want to give him something thoughtful and from the heart, but definitely nothing stuffed, glittered, or smothered in chocolate.

This year I decided to create a one-of-a-kind piece of art for my boyfriend. This is really easy to do at your local FedEx Office^® because they can turn your favorite photo into a canvas print in just a couple of days. And to sweeten the deal, now through February 28, 2013 they are 50% off in store! (Get a coupon here.) ...read more

Looking for a great gift this holiday season? Transfer a photo to canvas for wall art with a neat retro look. This fun and creative project makes a unique present for those special people on your Christmas list.

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Looking for an inexpensive way to spook your Halloween guests? We’ve got you covered.

These creepy imageswill look great hung on a wall or placed in small frames on your serving table at any scary Halloween party. You can design your own using the instructions provided here. Then have them printed in whatever size will fit your frames at your local FedEx Office®. ...read more

Sometimes it is difficult to find artwork that is unique and personal. In my home, I have a couple of paintings I really like, but wanted to add something different created just for my family. I decided to make 3D letters made of a collage of photographs. You can choose color or black and white photos depending on your decorating preference. 

Here are the steps to create your very own family masterpiece:  ...read more

When working from home, you face a unique set of challenges that include avoiding distractions, staying focused and keeping your workspace separate from your living space. ...read more

Summertime always brings a flurry of special events. After attending several weddings and baby showers already this summer, I was inspired to create a free printable chevron thank you card and gift tags. Yellow and gray are popular color combinations this season and the chevron pattern (vertical stripes) seems to be everywhere!

 

 

If you’re tired of using the same candles for decorating, entertaining and gift giving,I have a fresh take on customizing candles. These candles make a great gift for special occasions such as a bridal shower or birthday.  ...read more

Finding a Mother’s Day gift should be simple – all you really want is to show your Mother how much you care about her. But somehow it seems many of us fall back on the standard choices each year – a beautiful bouquet of flowers or sweet box of chocolates. This year, why not celebrate her by giving a beautiful work of art for Mother's Day? ...read more

We moved into our house over two years ago, and once I got those last boxes unpacked I was over it. So, I never really got around to any formal decorating. Sure, we have a few pictures out and draperies hung…but overall, I’m just not feeling the “decoration motivation.” Except for one place – my son’s room. I had the best time transforming his tiny space into a cheerful, colorful little nest. Today’s project is one of many that I did for his room – wall art. ...read more