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DIY: Mini Glass Terrarium

Here’s a little side project that I whipped up yesterday while I snowed in! A tiny terrarium that can fit in the palm of my hand. The glass portion is actually an upside down candle holder. A great, inexpensive alternative to most glass containers (especially those specifically made for terrariums). I cut out a green …

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DIY: Mini Wreath Garland

I’ve always found it so interesting how past projects can inspire future tutorials. It’s even more intriguing when the latter project is completely different! This DIY – made with PVC tubing from Home Depot – was actually inspired by the Vinyl Tube Bracelets from almost exactly a year ago. With just a little fabric and …

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DIY: Faux Spool Candle

This home décor project is perfect for the sewing loving lady in your life – whether it’s yourself or a friend! It’s also a great recycling project; I used a soup can, leftover fabric, mason jar lids and miscellaneous buttons to create this candle. You can take it even further and use wax remnants from …

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DIY: Vintage Photo Plate

This is one of those project ideas that have been on my mind for a while. Often, an idea pops into my head, but I’m not quite sure how to execute it. Just take a look at my notebook, planner, and virtual note apps. So many ideas without the details figured out yet. This is …

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DIY: Wood Coaster Set

I love spur of the moment ideas. I thought of this while simply wandering through the hardware store (in this case, Home Depot). Who knew that Home Depot had free samples of hardwood flooring? I know this isn’t the most surprising thing ever…but they’re *the* perfect size for coasters!  When I spotted these, I placed a few …

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reader projects: July 5, 2011

Daniella from Mississippi made her own Scarf Vest – the fleur de lis brooch is an awesome touch! She also made her own Eyeglass Case Clutch, and even covered up the eyeglass case with fabric to pretty it up. Such a good idea. Joell from Seoul, South Korea made a Braided Chain Bracelet. …AND!! Riley …

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