Category Archives: Crafty

A Host of Holiday Ideas

Leave a comment Posted on December 12, 2011 by HShowstead

I usually go all out for the holidays. I choose a theme months prior and then tailor all my decorating, cards, gift wrap, food, and fun around it. However, due to some big changes in my life this year, I’m … Continue reading →

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DIY Fabric Headboard Tutorial

1 Comment Posted on November 17, 2011 by HShowstead

I seem to have become a bit of a headboard specialist. This is the third headboard I’ve constructed in the last two years. Check out my embroidered and plank headboards. This time around I was only interested in aesthetics and … Continue reading →

1 Comment | Posted in Crafty, Decor & Home

Friendship Chain Bracelet Tutorial

3 Comments Posted on August 29, 2011 by HShowstead

I love that friendship bracelets are back again. I still had some lying around from back in the day and miraculously remembered how to make a few different patterns. So I made a some in bright colors to get me … Continue reading →

3 Comments | Posted in Crafty, Fashion

Found China Dessert Stands – Tutorial

2 Comments Posted on July 17, 2011 by HShowstead

I made vintage china dessert stands last Christmas for family. You can see that post here. Recently, I came across similar treat pedestals on BHLDN selling for $60-80! These are incredibly simple to make and luckily, I live close to … Continue reading →

2 Comments | Posted in Crafty, Decor & Home, Food

Furry Friday: Doggie Wrap!

4 Comments Posted on July 15, 2011 by HShowstead

There was a flurry of tissue paper and packing materials earlier this week as I started my next crafting endeavor. No photos have been taken yet but stay tuned for the unveiling of my latest creative project. During the excitement, … Continue reading →

4 Comments | Posted in Crafty, Dogs

Crafting By Night: Simple String Art Tutorial

6 Comments Posted on July 8, 2011 by HShowstead

Two blog posts really inspired me this month and brought back my love for string art. The first was a breathtaking display on Lune Vintage about Jay Mohler. You can read the post or buy some of this fantastic art … Continue reading →

6 Comments | Posted in Crafty, Decor & Home

All The Extras

Leave a comment Posted on June 29, 2011 by HShowstead

We all love a little something extra right? Well I can’t seem to stop adding extras to my plate. There are just so many interesting and inspiring things out there that I want to experience and share. I created a … Continue reading →

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More Button Embellishments – Comforter and Shams

8 Comments Posted on June 20, 2011 by HShowstead

Anthropologie has two gorgeous bedding sets that I’ve had my eye on forever. The Rosette and the Chambray Crowned Crane are both full of interest. Pleats and buttons were exactly what I wanted for the new bed but the king … Continue reading →

8 Comments | Posted in Crafty, Decor & Home

Gold Stenciled Plank Headboard Tutorial

40 Comments Posted on June 20, 2011 by HShowstead

Since I just upgraded to a king sized bed, the old homemade headboard needed to be replaced. I wanted to go the DIY route again but increase the difficulty level. I also wanted to create something more substantial than the … Continue reading →

40 Comments | Posted in Crafty, Decor & Home

Upgrading A Dress With Antique Buttons

2 Comments Posted on June 15, 2011 by HShowstead

I am a Target fiend. I can still remember the first advertisement I ever saw for Target in the Reese Witherspoon Seventeen magazine in 1997. (My memory astounds me sometimes.) I’m constantly hunting for trendy pieces to accent my style … Continue reading →