These hanging baskets can’t get cheaper and add a gorgeous pop of color to your front porch. Today I’m sneaking in one last summer project before I turn my attention to the changing seasons. This move has changed everything about…
Tips for shopping on Craigslist
After moving as much as I have, which means outfitting a new house with different needs every time, and sharing all my finds here, I’ve finally gotten around to listening to those of you who have asked for my best…
Year of Pleasures: 1000 Cones
For years and years I’ve been promoting the work of the fine folks at Maximum Fun, and I don’t see that changing anytime soon. Where else do you find such reliable warmth? I was happy to donate to the kickstarter…
DIY Plant Stand out of Pallets
I did it! By the end of the day I was a sore, sweaty, mess. But in one day I built three pieces of outdoor furniture for absolutely nothing. And I did my part to save the planet by keeping…
DIY Table out of Pallets
Next up in my 5 pallet, 3 projects, 1 day challenge, a patio side table! This backyard needs a whole lot of furniture. Like, a lot, a lot. Which takes more money than I have, even with the best Craigslist…
DIY Compost Bin out of pallets
This backyard that I keep going on and on about, the backyard that has changed the way our family lives and made all of Atti’s dreams come true, also offered me a ton of projects to get done. I mean…
Tutorial: Outdoor Toy Bin
For the first time in his little life, Atti actually has a tan. He’s been playing outside so much that he’s turning a beautiful golden brown despite my diligent sunblocking. And during all that time outside, he is making a…
Year of Pleasures: Hammock
Our first purchase for the new house: A hammock. These should be prescribed for stress relief.
Tutorial: Scalloped Bunting
I confess I have a rather large snobby streak, and once something reaches a certain level of popularity, I go all hipster and turn my nose up at it. The pennant trend was one of my current objects of snobbery.…
Tutorial: Full Length Jewelry Organizer
Moving to a new place means lots of new creative energy for me. There’s so many new projects on my docket I’d find it overwhelming if I didn’t love it all so much. All my old organization tricks have to…