DIY Macaron Art ~ Using Scrapbook Stickers!

Hi lovelies!  I love using random objects in an unconventional way, and when I found these adorable macaron stickers at Michaels, I knew they'd make some adorable art!  So when the glass from this picture frame broke :( I decided to give it a new life.  {Click for the how-to!}

DIY ~ Geometric Mountain Doormat

Hi lovelies!  I'm back with an awesome new DIY for you today.  I saw this doormat and knew I could easily recreate it for a fraction of the price.  So I did!  You wouldn't believe how easy it is and it really doesn't take much time at all.  {How-to after the jump!}

DIY ~ Pyramid Stud Wall Decor

Hi lovelies!  I feel as though my condo is in an ever-changing state of decorating.  I'm constantly reassessing what I've done and what I can still do to further incorporate my glam mountain resort condo theme I've chosen.  I have this empty space above my desk that is the backside of the kitchen (is it bad that I use my dining room as my crafting room rather than it's intended use?) which I've struggled with for years.  I hung some foam core board to use as my inspiration board, but the plain spot of wall between that and the ceiling has perplexed me.

I finally had a brainblast (Jimmy Neutron fans? Anyone?) and thought that I wish I could just put some huge pyramid studs up there.  So I hit my recycling bin, dug out some cardboard, and got to work. {Click to keep reading, and to see how I made these!}

My June Whimseybox ~ Unwrapped

Hi lovelies!  You may (or may not!) have heard of the awesome company, Whimseybox.  It's a community for makers.  It's a one stop shop for the best in DIY and crafts.  It's a place to be inspired and buy the supplies for your next project.  Aaaand it's the original DIY craft monthly subscription box (and only $15/month!).  Whimseybox is located in Boulder, CO, so I've been fortunate to have met the team a few times and they are even more amazing than you could imagine!  

What I love especially about Whimseybox is that you learn a new craft skill every month.  Seriously.  This month it was all about gold leafing (I threw in some silver too, to make it my own!), previous month's projects have included wool felting, paper flower-making, calligraphy, air-dry clay, cement, hand sewing, macrame, and making your own hand scrub and lotion, just to name a few!  {More after the jump!}

DIY ~ Silver Leafed Flamingo Fauxidermy

Hi lovelies!  This may be one of my fave DIYs, like ever.  I have these plastic flamingos on my patio that I've had for years and the poor guys have certainly seen better days; they're sun-faded and a little sad looking.  So I decided to spruce one up a bit, and bring him inside where he can shine and be the center of attention!  This project took an afternoon, and was really simple to do.  {Click for the how-to!}

DIY ~ Riveted Vase

Hi lovelies!  I've had this fun riveted looking vase made for a while now, but realized I never shared it.  The idea came to me when I did my Ikea Lack Table Hack and I'm really pleased with how Kelly Wearstler-esque this came out.  You really won't believe how easy it is to make and I especially love it styled with paper flowers I made from last month's Whimseybox (get the kit, here!)  {Click for the how-to!}

DIY Metallic End Table ~ Ikea Lack Hack

Hi lovelies!  This DIY may just be an all time fave of mine.  It was so simple, and makes such a huge impact.  Who doesn't love Ikea's simple, inexpensive pieces?  I picked up two Lack side tables a while back for only $8 a piece.  I love the simplicity of them, but I wanted to take it up just a slight notch to better fit with the silver metallic legs of my furniture.

Here's the before!  Now there's absolutely nothing wrong with them, and they do look great.  But the end result is so good.  You won't believe how simple this is!  {Click for the how-to!}

DIY ~ Gilded Seashell Art

Hi lovelies!  I had so much fun with this DIY, guys.  So much fun.  My little dude even got in on the action and is quite proud of his work.  You won't believe how easy it is to come up with such a unique, covetable piece of art.  {How-to after the jump!}

DIY ~ Tropical Doormat

Hi lovelies!  While I've been super sick with a sinus infection from hell, I've *finally* got a new DIY for you!  I've been wanting something cute and quirky yet unique to put outside my front door.  I came across the perfect mat at Ikea for only $10 and put a fun twist on it with some paint and a stencil.  I couldn't be happier with how it came out!  {How-to after the jump!}

DIY ~ Valentine's Day Conversation Hearts Garland

 

Hi lovelies!  Today's DIY is a really fun, easy one and it's perfect to do with the kiddos too!  I found these adorable foam conversation heart stickers in the dollar bins at Target and wanted to make a cute garland out of them.  {Click for the how-to!}

DIY ~ Reed Diffuser Using Old Suntan Oil

Hi lovelies!  If you're anything like me, you looooove the smell of suntan oil.  And by suntan oil, I mean Hawaiian Tropic, with no SPF or anything.  I love that stuff.  I used to put it on over sunscreen just because I love how it smells.  I think I have like 3 bottles of it lol!  Well I got a genius idea the other day, and I must admit, I'm quite proud of myself!  Click to read more!

DIY ~ Sunburst Mirror Wall Decor

Hi lovelies!  Today's DIY is one I made a while ago, but forgot to post!  I needed some wall decor, so I hit up the dollar store for the supplies and am so excited with how well it came out!  {Keep reading for the how-to!}

Splurge or Save ~ Pin Tucked Duvet & Shams

Hi lovelies!  I've been eyeing the gorgeous pin tucked duvet cover and sham set from West Elm for ages!  It's utterly perfect - except for its price tag.  So when I saw a near dupe at Target (and on sale!) I had to grab it!  {Click to keep reading!}

Snazzy Decor ~ Salt n Pepper Shakers

Hi lovelies!  How about a quick and easy way to chic up your kitchen table?  How about some statement salt & pepper shakers?  All are so fun, I almost want different sets to suit my mood!  I'm torn between the moose and the origami swans... which are your favorites?

Click on each image above to shop it!

xo
Lia

Christmas DIYs From the Past

Hey lovelies!  We were welcomed with some much needed snow here in Denver today, so I thought I would share with you all some fun, easy, and beautiful Christmas DIYs for you to do!  These are all from last year, so they're oldies but goodies!  And if you didn't catch them last year, they're new to you!  These are great for some last minute decorations, or even better as gifts!  I love hanging an ornament on the ribbon of a gift, as an extra gift.  {More after the jump}

12 DIYs of Christmas ~ Day 1 ~ DIY Initial Coasters

Hi lovelies!  You may remember last year's 12 DIYs of Christmas series I did, in which I primarily focused on decor.  Well this year I decided to focus on affordable, easy to make gifts!  First up are these adorable initial coasters; I made a pair and gave them to my boyfriend for Thanksgiving, but these are such an easy gift to make and would be great as a last minute hostess gift or as a little special something for anyone!  {Steps after the break}

DIY Spooky Skull Frames

Hey lovelies!  As promised in yesterday's post, here's what to do with the leftover brims from the witches' hats!  {More after the break}

DIY Spooky Skeleton Halloween Centerpiece

Hope you all had a fabulous weekend!  I've been busy crafting up more Halloween decorations to add to the obscene amount I already have up!  I realized I needed something for my table, and a short trip to the dollar store later, I had everything I needed to create a spooky centerpiece!  {More after the break}

DIY ~ Faux Apothecary Jars

Hi lovelies!  As promised, a new DIY each day this week!  Today's came to me when I was trying to figure out what to do with the shells we collected at Huntington Beach.  A short trip to the dollar store and $4 later, I had what I needed!  This is a great way to store jewelry, cottonballs and q-tips, anything! {Steps, after the jump}

DIY ~ Nautical Neon Rope Coasters

Hello lovelies!  I wanted to do a little DIY to inject some spring color into my living room.  And with my beachy themed decor, these nautical inspired neon rope coasters are the perfect addition. {More after the break}