Happy Friday and it's a special one because it kicks off Memorial Day weekend and the unofficial start of summer. Aahhhh.... It's also a nice time to show our American pride and hang our flags proudly. I also have a few other ideas as a way to display our American spirit. How to Turn an Old Flag into New Art - this is a simple … [Read more...]
How to turn an old flag into new art
We had a flag hanging off our house for a while and it had taken a real beating. It had a lot of rips and tears and the colors had really faded. I had read that flying a torn and tattered flag is considered disrespectful to our nation. So ours definitely needed to be replaced. When I took our tattered flag down, I wasn't sure exactly what … [Read more...]
patriotic wood tray
I painted this wood tray a few years ago and I just love how versatile it is - and how much use it gets especially this time of year. I've used it as a centerpiece tray, cupcake display, hanging wood art, shelf decor, and candle holder. Whatever it’s purpose, it’s an easy project to make. And the rustic, worn look makes this a forgiving … [Read more...]
July 4th DIY projects
To help get everyone in the spirit of Independence Day, I’ve made a few fun July 4th projects and I’ve also found a few others online. They’re all super easy to make and could keep your kids busy for the next few weeks! All of these ideas can be done for just a few dollars and you probably have most of the items in your home already. … [Read more...]
FREE Memorial Day art print
Happy Memorial Day weekend! Where did this month go? I’ve been busy with some interior design projects that I can’t wait to share with you along with some great DIY stuff. Be sure to stay tuned! I love this weekend because it’s the unofficial start of the summer. Lots of parties, traveling and (hopefully) great weather. But be sure to … [Read more...]
