52 Weeks Project

Time: 10 Minutes + dry time Materials: fishbowl, looking glass spray paint, spray bottle, candle

Moment of honesty here friends, I kinda winged this project. Sometimes you get an idea in your head and just have to go for it, right? I’ve used the ombre spray painting technique before (here, here, and here– clearly I have a problem) and thought I’d give it a try with a different type of paint.

The ombre trend has been around for a while now friends, and after seeing these eight projects, I don’t think it’s going anywhere anytime soon (yahoo!). These diys are perfect for summer with their airy nature and pops of color, but are also stylish enough to have in your home year round. So grab your paints/dyes and get to work!

While on a recent thrifting adventure I stumbled across this mini organizer… or what I can only assume is an organizer. Have you ever come across items while thrifting and have no clue as to what it should be used for? Because this was one of those times.

It’s too short to hold pens (not to mention the holes in the bottom) and not big enough to function as a mail organizer. Luckily though, I have a lot of miscellaneous craft supplies on my desk in need of a home. So after going back and forth in my mind for a few minutes, debating whether or not 29¢ was worth it, I decided that with a little makeover I could make it work.

Even though I studied art history in college, I pretty much lack all fine art skills. Heck, sometimes I can’t even cut a straight line, but that’s besides the point. So when I stumbled across these eight easy wall art projects, I got a little (aka a lot) giddy inside because they look like something that I can actually make. Stripes, check. Dots, check. Cool geometric shapes, check. Now bring on the paint!

Time: 25 minutes Materials: fabric scraps, scissors, baker’s twine

After making this banner last week, I was left with a pile of fabric and no immediate use for it. I absolutely loved the color and painterly feel the inkodye created, but since the pieces weren’t large enough for any other project, I decided to make a garland! If you’re throwing a party or just want to add a little color to your space, a fabric scrap garland is the perfect way to reuse those pieces of fabric that are too good to toss.

Time: 1.5 hours Materials: natural fabric (cotton, silk, linen, etc), Inkodye, Inkowash, photo negative

I’ve always wanted to learn how to print my own fabric, but never had the time or space to invest in it (aside from using rubber and potato stamps that is). Thankfully though, Lumi Inkodye exist! With a few steps and even fewer materials, I was able to transform one of my photographs into custom wall art.

Do I have a treat for you today! Casey from Vitamini Handmade is here to give you insight into running a successful Etsy shop as a new seller. Her work is beyond adorable (and so is her blog!), so if you’re considering selling your goods online, these 10 tips for new sellers are the perfect place to start. So without further ado, take it away Casey!

My obsession with hoarding bottles is anything but a secret. To me, the best projects tend to be those that can make a big impact all without breaking the bank, which is why I find it so hard to part with materials that I would otherwise recycle. 

I am SO excited to finally be sharing the photos from mine and Hello Lidy‘s West Elm workshop that took place last weekend!

Friends, I am so excited right now!

Hello Lidy and I have teamed up with West Elm LA to teach a fresh flower crown workshop on June 8th (talk about a dream, right?!). Each student will be making a complete and wearable flower crown with fresh blooms. We’ll also have a mimosa bar, snacks, photo booth, and best of all, goodie bags.

You can buy your tickets here, but hurry, there are only 25 spots available!

Happy Weekend! Here are some links to keep you inspired this weekend: