Rustic Crafts & Chic Decor

With the Spring season in full bloom, we can expect to see all kinds of arts and crafts shows popping up. People flock to them in anticipation of finding unique home decor items to style their spaces. So, you may be wondering what people will be looking for at these craft shows. One decorating trend that is still hugely popular all over the U.S. is the modern farmhouse style and it appears it will continue going strong for quite some time.

You know it’s truly summer when the 4th of July hits. With warm temperatures and a celebratory mood, people head to the beaches or parks to enjoy the patriotic holiday adorned in their best red, white and blue. Many of us enjoy gathering up our friends or family for an outdoor barbecue as a perfect kick-off to other fun Independence Day activities.

I’ve recently returned from a two-day visit to Waco to see the Silos with my daughter. Before going, I had a small idea of what to expect but it was so much more than what I had ever imagined. Between the whole picturesque layout of the property, quaint shops and the tantalizing food offered at the many food stations, it was such an awe-inspiring pleasure to all of the senses.

I don’t know what it is about vintage metal toolboxes but I can’t seem to get enough of them. So far I’ve collected quite a few and I’m always looking for more. When I get too many, I usually just sell them. It’s pretty much a revolving door of different toolboxes around here but there are a couple of favorites that have hung around since I acquired them. A lot of times, I use them for hidden storage. The key, for me though, is to remember what I am storing in the boxes.

Making something new out of something that is old is a popular way to be frugal. There are several different terms to describe this process which can make it confusing to know what the differences are. You’ve probably heard the phrases recycle, repurpose and upcycle used interchangeably but they are not all exactly the same thing. Even though similar, each activity is unique and is defined in a certain way.

Get festive with these St. Patricks day crafts that are perfect for your St. Patricks Day party. Not only are there ideas for party decorations and invitations but there are ways to decorate your home as well. Even if you’re not that big into bright kelly green decor, there are other ways to decorate in a more subtle way. This collection of crafts includes Irish plaques, signs, potted plants, cards, and a St. Patricks Day wreath.

Have you ever gotten tired of buying new things when you already have so much stuff that is no longer being used? I am constantly looking for ways to reuse some of what I already have so I don’t keep piling on. It’s also kind of a fun challenge to see how creative I can get while giving new life to an old item. My latest challenge was putting an old red toolbox to use. After a little bit of thought, I decided to make it into a DIY jewelry box.

Get People Into Your Booth And Make More Sales With These Priceless Tips & Must Haves! Turning a craft hobby into a profitable business is very rewarding. In fact, I have found that selling at craft shows is a lot of fun. Not only can it be lucrative, but you also have the opportunity to meet so many nice people. The trick is to get those people into your booth to start shopping. You want to draw their eye, in a positive way, with a professional-looking booth.

Don’t throw out your old screens! This is especially true if you purchase an old home to renovate. Some of those older screens are just busting with charm. Believe it or not, this makes them perfect to decorate with or repurpose into another functional use for the home. Just like old windows, vintage screens have a lot to offer with a little TLC. If you are having trouble visualizing a use, don’t worry! Here are some of the top uses for old screens inside the home.

If you’ve ever gone antique picking, you know how rewarding it can be. When you find a piece with good bones but a worn style, it’s fun to give it a fresh new look. A recent purchase for me was a cool vintage auditorium folding chair. It’s such a cute size but the condition of it was, as expected, a bit rough. I get excited with these types of finds because they get my creative juices flowing.