Finding the right vase for a flower arrangement can prove challenging. Why not make your own from a cabbage? You read that right – today I’m showing how to make a cabbage flower vase! Today is the first Saturday of May which means it’s Cozy Living Saturday! I’m joining my friends to share ways…
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Branch and Vine Spring Wreath: How To
It appears to be craft week here at Town and Country Living because I’m back with a branch and vine spring wreath tutorial to brighten any wall or door. We have lots of fallen twigs and branches in the yard so I figured, why not put them to good use and create something pretty?…
Nature Inspired Wood Slice Magnets
I grew up in a home where we weren’t allowed to put stuff on the refrigerator door. My mother said it looked too messy, but I no longer follow that philosophy. Instead, I make pretty nature inspired wood slice magnets for the fridge! Today I’m joining 25 other bloggers to bring you loads of…
Vintage Paper Mache Boxes: How to Guide
Decorated paper mache boxes make cute storage units for a variety of things, from jewelry to sewing supplies and more. The boxes are fairly cheap and it’s easy to decorate them in vintage style. Read on to find out how! (This post contains affiliate links.) Today I’m joining the Seasonal Simplicity Spring DIY tour…
DIY Christmas Canvas Prints with Free Printables
Christmas decorating season has officially begun here at the Zuri household! Glitter has been swept up several times already, but today I’m sharing a Christmas canvas prints project that’s completely glitter-free! Today I’m joining several other bloggers for a Christmas printable hop which means lots of Christmas craft ideas for you! All printables are free! …
DIY Embroidery Hoop Christmas Wreaths
Christmas decorating doesn’t need to be over the top to be pretty. Sometimes the simplest of decor makes the biggest statement. With that in mind, I created a few embroidery hoop Christmas wreaths that I think are cute despite the fact they only took a few minutes to create. Today begins the Christmas Seasonal Simplicity…
Fall Berries Grapevine Wreath: Easy DIY Project
Are you ready to start decorating for fall? Today I’m sharing how to make a pretty Fall Berries Grapevine Wreath! Not only am I showing how to make a fall wreath today – but so are several of my blogging friends. You’ll find the link to their wreath instructions at the end of this…
Make a Beautiful Silk Fall Flower Arrangement
Do you love the fall season? The colors are so amazing and I couldn’t wait to make a beautiful silk fall flower arrangement for my home! Today I’m sharing the instructions for creating your own bouquet of posies in a basket! (This post contains affiliate links.) First, let me give a shout-out to Krista…
Daisy Printables for Summer Art
Pretty prints make it easy to create your own artwork – all on a friendly budget! Today I’ve got a trio of summery daisy printables for you to enjoy in your own home! Daisies always remind me of my mother. They were her favorite flower. Every birthday or Mother’s Day, it seems like someone…
Cow Printables: DIY Farmhouse Art
Add instant farmhouse appeal to your home by creating country style wall art with a pair of vintage cow printables. Enjoy these soft images of beautiful cows in peaceful fields during the summertime. Today I’m joining a group of bloggers to share free printables for you to use and enjoy. A special thank you…
Easy DIY Summer Floral Wreath
The first wreath I ever made was back when I belonged to the Geneva Young Mother’s Club. A local florist came to a club meeting for a hands-on tutorial. She said she liked my wreath but I wasn’t so sure. I’ve always envied people who can make pretty wreaths, and I think I finally figured…
Ribbon Chandelier: An Easy DIY Project
When summer rolls around I like to add a bit of decorating whimsy. To create a pretty summer table setting, I decided to make an easy DIY ribbon chandelier in pink and white. I’m sharing the instructions so you can make one of your own! I promise you’ll be amazed at how easy it…
Wooden Valentine Boxes: Heartfelt and Handmade
Welcome to Heartfelt and Handmade! In honor of Valentine’s Day, 28 bloggers have joined together to share something they made by hand for Valentine’s Day. You’ll find crafts, recipe, artwork, printables, and more! Heartfelt and Handmade runs Monday through Wednesday this week and all links are at the bottom of this post (just remember that…
Fall Floral Chandelier: Make Your Own
Kids are back in school and my thoughts and creativity have turned to fall projects. Today I’m joining four blogging friends to bring you a collection of autumn DIY projects. Thanks to Taryn of Taryn Whiteaker Designs for organizing this crafty event. I’m sharing how to make a fall floral chandelier with beautiful silk flowers….
DIY Recycled Cardboard Coasters
Last week we were idly shopping on my favorite street in Geneva, Illinois, and I came across a set of adorable coasters – made of cardboard! I knew I had supplies at home to make my own DIY recycled cardboard coasters. Why spend money if you don’t have to? (This post contains affiliate links.) Cardboard…
How to Arrange Flowers: with Matthew Robbins
Today I’m going to show you how to arrange flowers using tips from event designer and planner, Matthew Robbins. Matthew has been a contributing editor for Martha Stewart Weddings for over 15 years, among other popular publications. After watching his video, which you’ll see at the end of this post, I realized the mistakes I…
