wednesdays of {whimsy}

I have just a few projects on the docket I want to attempt this week that are uber awesome.

 I LOVE these snowflakes from Just Between Friends. She makes them so they can go outside, which rocks.

A frame makeover at the Creative Crate. Love that blog! So I may not be trying this, but  I love it. I just don't have vinyl, or a cutter. Does anyone want to buy me a sillhouette?

I LOVE these. So cute, and fast! Faith, Hope, Love  shows you how to make them.

over at {better after}

The dresser and nightstand redo is being featured over at Better After. One of my favorite blogs, well, ever. I promise it will make you laugh and inspire you. Head on over!

Over at Ucreate!

The Personal Picture Clocks are being featured over at UCREATE! Such an awesome blog with TONS of great ideas, so check it out!

5 {second} shirt makeover

Ok, so maybe it's not QUITE 5 seconds, but you'll see. :)

 Step One: Find a knit shirt. I choose knit just because I'm lazy  I don't have a lot of time and didn't want to finish the edges. I wasn't loving this one from the downeast outlet clearance store, but saw its potential as a cardigan-ish shirt.

 Step 2: Fold it exactly in half with the front on top.

 Step 3: Cut it. Go ahead.

 Step 4: Carefully cut over any seams.

Step 5: Wear it over whatever you want. I love belts.

See 5 seconds right? Happy cutting!

christmas {lights}

Head on over to the Creative Crate today where you can learn about photography tips and tricks every friday, with lessons by Stacie and yours truly. Seriously, it rocks, so come play.

wednesdays of {whimsy}

I heart the craft world. There are so many creative people out there. Here are my favorite projects I may or may not attempt this week. Considering I'm writing this post at 3:00 pm and I'm still in my pajamas I'm gonna go with the latter. BUT they will go on the to do list. :) A Believe Banner from At Second Street. Just love her blog. These darling vintage ornaments at Craftberry Bush. I'm a sucker for all things vintage, or that at least appear vintage.
I know these are supposed to be gifts, but I'll probably make one just for me. I'm nice like that. Check out the shopping list at Infarrantly Creative.
Crafts by Amanda shows how to make these awesome coffee filter trees. I love ruffles. And paper. Win.   

And last, this darling festive wreath from Tragic Sensation. Um, love.

So... let's hope I get these done! Let me know if you have any great ideas, cuz I know you do!

rocker {redo}

I found this set on KSL (like craigslist in Utah) for $20. I needed one for the nursery, but was pretty particular on the color scheme and couldn't find anything for less than $200 in the colors I needed. So I thought I'd brave the magical world of recovering. This was my first attempt ever at recovering furniture so I thought I'd start out with something VERY simple. Well at least I thought it would be. (Notice the oreo's? Yea, I blame my weight gain on 'the baby'. RIGHT.)

A little scary...

So to begin I took the pads off the frame. They were velcroed on back so it wasn't a big deal. I seam ripped the bottom pad at the back edge, and then took our the original foam. I bought a role of 2" thick foam at hobby lobby with a coupon for 40% off, so I think it ended up being around $16. I traced the original foam onto the new roll and then cut it out.

I flipped the original cover inside out and then allowed for about a 1/2 inch seam around the edges, just kind of eye balling it. The suede I found at Joanns on clearance for $7 a yard. I think I used 2 or 2 1/2 yards. Every time I type yard, it comes out yeard. Then I have to backspace. Seriously.

I put right sides together and then just sewed the bottom piece leaving the back open. I put both pads back in, to give more padding and because I allowed a larger seam.

I then pulled the back tight and pinned it. I folded two ribbon pieces and pinned them where I wanted them to tie onto the frame on the back.  Then I machine stitched. Yea, I know it looks pretty ghetto, but it's my first time. And it's in the back.

I did the same for the top piece. Stitched right sides together, but only put the new pad in. Then machine stitched the bottom. I marked where I wanted the ribbon in the back and then hand stitched it on. To make the pad look 'puffy', seriously I don't even know what the term is, I just hand stitched front to back a bunch of times, pulling it tight each time until it gathered. I used a thicker thread so it wouldn't break, because you have to go through the pad. I also noticed I usually have a bunch of junk in the background of my photos, yeesh. I'll get to that.

And she's done! The whole project including paint and materials to recover was about $55. Huzzah. I painted the frame white after sanding, and let it dry before replacing the pads. The corners of the bottom piece I also hand stitched a little stitch so they were tight against the curve. I have still to complete the ottoman... another post for another day. :) Let me know what you think or if you have questions! (Sorry for the lack of step pictures)