Today I'm making stars from a repurposed wooden roller shade I took down a while back. This was a super fun project with a surprise for even me at the end! ...

Every now and then I find a project in the store that I want to make myself so I snap a photo. 
Just about as soon as I get home I whip out the supplies I need to make the project and if I'm lucky I already have what I need. 
Today's project uses supplies I found around the house. You may have some of them too. 
It all began with 5 straight sticks from the yard. 
Take a look...

Here are two projects that just made me happy. Repurposed from another old light fixture. While I'm not a big fan of snow, I do love the beauty of snowflakes. 

You get a gold star, and you get a gold star, and you get a gold star! 
Can you tell I was a teacher for 30+ years? Well I was and I love a good gold star! 
Today I'm making a simple project and experimenting with a couple different kinds of clay.  It's a project that you and your kids will have fun with for Christmas or New Years!
Take a look...

I created a star with wood scraps...

then added some star power...

I found these great stars at the Dollar Tree recently and was saving them for just the right inspiration. My last trip to Marshalls gave me the inspiration I needed for this easy Fourth of July craft! 

Here is the easy solution to a problem I bet many of you DIYers have when painting an American Flag...

Today I'm talking EASY Christmas decor!
If you've been around a while you may know that I love garlands, especially bell garlands. I string them all over my house! 
I'm creating a very easy garland and I'm taking a few short cuts! 
This bell garland is an easy and quick project that will look great hanging just about anywhere this season! 
Take a look...

My advice for today is to never throw out an old wooden roller shade, especially the ones with the larger slats. 
I have made a ton of projects using just one broken wooden roller shade including the fun patriotic one today! 
Take a look!...

I found these fun large wooden star ornaments at the craft store. 

Here is a fun and easy project you can make while watching TV! Who doesn't like to keep their hands busy while watching a good movie? ...

This patriotic project started out well, with a tray, an idea and some paint...

Now that the Christmas holidays are a wrap it's time to start thinking about the New Year! 
2023 ready or not, here we come! 
Today I'm creating a jazzy little project from a repurposed cabinet door for my New Year's Eve party. 
No party? That's OK, this project is perfect for a small gathering too! 
Take a look...

Here is a quick and easy project that will show you how easy it is to turn something boring into something new and beautiful!
I used a pillow cover I already had at home and gave it a whole new look! 
You're gonna love this one! 
I'm also adding several other DIY pillows you're going to love! 

Happy Memorial Day weekend friends!  🇺🇸
And let's remember today and always, those that gave their lives for our freedom! 
Today I made an easy frayed rag garland flag to hang around my house. 
I love the colors of the flag and this easy project can be left up all summer!

This might just be my favorite banner of all times! 
I'm using repurposed materials, a little painting, a little stenciling, and a little iron-on technique. 
I created an American flag pennant banner that is great for summer decorating and the best part is that this one is reversible! 
See what I mean...

If you liked the easy rag flag I made using scrap fabric and a doily, then you're going to like this one too! 
Who doesn't like a cute project you can make from recycled clothing? 
I sure do! 
So gather your old red and white clothing along with a pair of blue jeans that are headed to donation and follow along! 

Happy Summer Friends! 
Today I'm going to show you how to make a quick and easy stars and stripes tee shirt to wear for your favorite holidays this summer. 
I'm saying quick and easy because I made one for my husband in less than an hour so he could wear it on Memorial Day!  
Take a look...

I haven't painted furniture in a long time but I've been wanting to try this fun idea for a while now!
I wanted to turn a boring old end table I had into a beauty but didn't want to work too hard! 
I added a retro stenciled drawer liner that was perfect for this little table! 

Do you keep decorating even after you are decorated? Every year I start out by being minimal. I tell myself I'm only going to put out a few Christmas decorations....