Have you been hearing the term "cottagecore" popping up more and more in design circles? Let's talk about some of what is included in this new-to-most style! *Feature Photo Credit to Brambly Cottage Ashbury Wallpaper. * I first mentioned cottagecore in my Interior Design Trends for 2021 Blog Post from a few weeks ago and
It is actually possible. It’s called Swedish paint or Flour paint.
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Victorian homes are packed full of character with high ceilings and well proportioned rooms boasting beautiful detailing that oozes period charm. It’s important to make the most of your space,
Explore 25 bird craft ideas for adults, suitable for all levels. Get creative with various materials for unique bird-themed projects. Looking for a creative outlet? Dive
I used to be embarrassed by my ugly drop ceiling. I can show you how to easily update your ugly drop ceiling in a jiffy with DIY Decor Store ceiling tiles!
Learn how to remove paint from wood to bring a piece of furniture back to its former glory! No harsh chemicals or dusty sanding required!
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How to make dried orange slices & ideas for Thanksgiving Christmas decorations & gifts like citrus ornaments, wreath, garland, potpourri etc!
How to make dried orange slices & ideas for Thanksgiving Christmas decorations & gifts like citrus ornaments, wreath, garland, potpourri etc!
Yes, it can be done. It just pays to take a little extra precautions.
We have been back almost two weeks and have barely any new fungus gnats. Which if you would of seen the amount invading our home you would be impressed. It was no fun trying to eat anything food related as they just swarmed over it. Now to get rid of fungus gnats and keep them gone you have to be diligent and not stop. You need to make sure your doing ALL the things I’ll be mentioning below for well […]
Meet the latest maverick of the architecture world to steal our hearts, Bruce Goff. Lesser known amongst design laity, but just as groundbreaking as his fellow Midwesterner and mentor, Frank Lloyd Wright, Goff’s work was quite simply jaw-dropping. Case in point? The domed, technicolour house above. It might look like a groovy LA pad from the 1970s,…
The grandma core aesthetic is all about comfort and timeless charm. Think cozy quilts, floral wallpaper, and vintage teacups. This style celebrates the simple pleasures in life, like reading a good book or sipping tea on a porch. It's perfect for those who appreciate the warmth and wisdom that comes with age.
Despite looking complicated, you can make German stars in under 5 minutes. Ornaments are made from 4 colored paper strips and a few simple repeated folds.
Bleaching gives pine cones an aged, whitewashed patina that works for both modern and rustic décor schemes!
Learn how to make easy origami star. This tutorial includes step by step pictures, video, and FREE printable instructions for how to make your own origami stars.
Do you dislike how your knitting looks after you've woven in the tails? Or do the ends wriggle free and poke through? Or do you just want to learn how else to weave in ends? Then click through and read on to learn how to do it like the pros!
Amy Sohn, an author who has penned new book Motherland, set in the Brooklyn locale, says that unhappy mothers in the area are addicted to antidepressants and drink alcohol in the afternoon.
Learn how to make the best Crispy Tofu with this easy and yummy recipe! Made with only 3 ingredients, this Tofu is Vegan, Gluten-Free, and Oil-Free.
Sure, there’s the requisite nativity scene, the ornaments that have been passed down from your great-grandparents, and the Griswold family inspired display of twinkling lights outside. But sometimes all you need is a trip to the grocery store to deck out your house for the holidays (especially if you’ve been procrastinating putting anything up!).
Make this easy mulled wine recipe to relax on a cold winter evening. Breathe in the mulling spices, and bring some warmth to your happy hour!
The best of the best tips from Marie Kondo's second book, Spark Joy.
How to seam two finished pieces of knitting with a knitted section, this technique can be particularly useful if you are making a blanket with many squares, or have made a garment that needs a little extra room. This seaming is easily removed as all you have to do is rip it out the same way you would with any knit fabric, and could be used for a design purpose such as adding a stripe of alternating color or a decorative element like a cable. To begin gather your two pieces that need joining a set of needles ( or just 2 dpns) and the yarn you want to use. For the first section of this tutorial I am working on joining up two separate samples, the green one will end up on the right hand side of the join and the white one will end up on the left hand side of the join. Cast on stitches using the backwards loop method, for these samples I cast on between 5 and 7 stitches. To work the backwards loop method hold the yarn in your left hand with the active tail coming from the back of your thumb around to the front in a counterclockwise manner. Bring the needle under the loop in front of the thumb and drop your thumb out, tension stitch and repeat. I chose this method for cast on because it does not leave a chunky edge cast on and so sits more flush with the edge of the fabric. Now turn the work and knit to the last stitch, slip this stitch knitwise changing the slant of the stitch. This will be a little fiddly since this is simply a twisted loop on the needle but it will work out I promise. Now look for your first pickup spot on the work, this first pickup will be worked on the left hand side of the piece as you are looking at it. For this join the green piece is on the right side and the white piece is on the left side so we are picking up from the white piece first. Your first pickup spot will be the 2nd row in from the edge, these swatches both have a garter stitch edge so there will be one pickup in between each garter ridge. Pickup and Knit 1 stitch into this spot, now without changing the stitch slant the left needle tip needs to be inserted into the front loops as shown. This can either be achieved by slipping both stitches back to the left tip and inserting the right tip through the back loop, or simply inserting the left tip from back to front through the front loops. Wrap yarn and pull through, this is working a k2tog through the back loops. Entire Row 1 is as follows (RS): K to last stitch, slip 1 kwise, pickup and knit 1 stitch into edge of work, insert left needle tip from back to front through front loops, K2tog tbl. Now turn the work, slip the first stitch purlwise, purl across to the last stitch, slip this stitch purlwise tip to tip which does not change the slant of the stitch. Now here is the tricky part, keeping the yarn forward and working from back to front insert the needle into the swatch. This means that the needle has to come from the rightside of the the work to the wrongside of the work, which is challenging because the wrongside is facing at the moment. First picture you can see that the yarn is in front of the work, then you bring the needle from back to front and then pull up a stitch. Now you need the left tip inserted into these stitches in the back, so either slip both stitches to the left needle tip to tip and insert the right needle to work a p2tog, or just insert the left needle tip into the back from left to right. Wrap and pull through as a p2tog, you can see that the work is now joined with 2 rows of stitches. Entire Row 2 (WS): Slip 1 pwise, p to last stitch, sl1 pwise, with yarn in front of work and wrong side of work facing pickup and purl 1 stitch from back to front, slip both stitches to left needle and p2tog. Row 3 (RS): Sl1 pwise, K to last stitch, slip 1 kwise, pickup and knit 1 stitch into edge of work, insert left needle tip from back to front through front loops, K2tog tbl. Now work Row 3 for the next right side ( it begins with a slipped stitch, that's the only difference) and repeat Rows 2-3 for the remainder of the join, make sure to pick up 1 stitch for every 2 rows, so either 1 in each garter valley or every second 'V' on your edge. This is the location of the second pickup, on the other side of the garter bump. And the location of the next wrong side row pickup, again a garter bump away from the first one. Here is the finished piece, as you can see the join is fairly invisible on the cream colored side but more obvious with the contrast color, something to keep in mind. If you want to use a contrast color and have less show at the join try using a thicker yarn with smaller needles. Just for fun I altered the join halfway through to show what it would look like if the rows were actually written as this: Row 1 (RS): K to last stitch, slip 1 kwise, pickup and knit 1 stitch into edge of work, pass slipped stitch over, turn work Row 2 (WS): P to last stitch, sl1 pwise, with yarn in front of work and wrong side of work facing pickup and purl 1 stitch from back to front, pass slipped stitch over, turn work This changes the join slightly but creates a more looped decorative edge, I bet you could pick up into those loops pretty nicely and work some lace, or another cable or, or, or... And here is the same basic technique worked on a sample sleeve, if you knit a sweater and find you need more room in circumference of the sleeves and body you could join it with an inch of work at each seam and have a better fit!
With these feng shui front door tips, you can simply and easily bring more abundance, luck, and protection into your home and your life. You'll learn about what colors to use, how to decorate your main entrance, and what plants and crystals to add.
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Are your Pilea's leaves trying to tell you something? If you can see the foliage curling, drooping, changing color, or getting spots, your Pilea may be suffering from overwatering, nutrient deficiency, or an insect infestation. First of all: don't panic! Your Pilea will be fine. You just have to check the symptoms and learn how to fix it! This article contains Amazon Affiliate links. The price of the products stays the same, we receive just a little bit in return. Earnings from qualifying sales
Earthbag houses are typically simple to design and build, especially when building a dome-shaped home. See exactly how this Earthbag dome was constructed.
Pretty crochet snowflake is intricate and yet easy to make. Use as an ornament, gift embellishment or window decoration. Great video how-to.
How to Knit the Honeycomb Cable Stitch with Free Written Pattern and Video Tutorial by Studio Knit.
If you’ve been using Pinterest for a while, the this post about how to organize your Pinterest boards is for you! Tips and tricks to help you manage your pins.
These easy to make Christmas Decorations will brighten up your Christmas tree and home! It's simple to make your own Christmas decorations with the right instructions.
How to repurpose your thrift store finds to save money.
A bottle of wine can be simple solution for a hostess gift or co-worker gift during the busy holiday season. It’s kind of like giving a jar of cashews or a box of chocolates. It’s nothing out of the ordinary, but it’s almost always welcomed and appreciated by the person who receives it. For those that...
I love Christmas gnomes. There is just something about Christmas gnomes that make me smile every time I see them. So much so I wanted to make my own!
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How to make dried orange slices & ideas for Thanksgiving Christmas decorations & gifts like citrus ornaments, wreath, garland, potpourri etc!
