Real Decorating for Real People
Use them in garlands, on a mini Valentine tree, as gift tags or smaller ones could be necklases or pins, it’s all in the personalization! This idea came to me when my son was just born and my daughter was still interested in doing fun crafts with Mom! We had recently moved into a three story…
Triangles are difficult to sew together with precision, and this quilt block is made up of 24 of them! I have to admit I ran into trouble myself getting all the points to be crisp and line up where they are supposed to. So, what I’m saying is if you are a beginner, relax, take…
Nothing warms the soul in the middle of winter like a bowl of soup and may we suggest this easy to make hearty man’s soup – navy bean! When I was a kid, my grandmother made the best bean soup in the world! I know I’m biased, but to me, it’s true. In my adulthood,…
Yes, once you see the all the cool things a router can do, you will want to learn how to use it and you will eventually fall in love! If you looked around my shop, you’d notice that I don’t have a ton of tools, but I think I have collected the most useful ones,…
Trying to use your garage as a craft space…in the middle of winter? Well, a garage heater can make all the difference in how much you enjoy your time in there, and it will make your cars happy too! A disadvantage to using your garage as a shop or craft area is that it wasn’t…
This ladder platform is a great way to safely reach higher walls and ceilings in your home when the ladder needs to be placed on a staircase. Finally, a safe way to get to those high walls that line our staircases! I’ve used this contraption for years when Shari and I would paint in someone’s…
White Color Schemes are anything but lackluster when combined with rich wood finishes and the warmth of texture. The selection of a color palette can be daunting. As a result, some homeowners decide to be safe and “settle” for a neutral palette. Well, just because you decide on a neutral color palette doesn’t mean you…
New England clam chowder is a fall staple in our house and once you taste this fabulous recipe you’ll know why! As fall arrives I start thinking about all those cold weather recipes my family and friends have shared over the years and I just start a cookin’! This clam chowder recipe is from my…
When you decide to move, it is one of the few times that you consider the design and colors of your entire home at once. This series will help you make decisions and give you ideas on how to accomplish this difficult task. Hi, everyone! I’ve recently been put in a position to talk to you about…
When you are shopping for comforters and bedspreads it is helpful to know the exact sizes of your mattresses to ensure you are going to get a good fit. I can’t tell you how often I have had to recite the dimensions of a mattress to someone I’m with. Seems crazy, but no one seems…
