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5 DIY du Jour: Weekend Homemaking

francoisetmoiblog@gmail.com — Fri, 15 Jan 2016 18:54:41 +0000

Hey! There’s a long weekend coming up, and at our place that usually means an opportunity to work on projects à la maison. Luckily, there’s nothing pressing like installing a new exterior storm door in 0º weather, totally re-plumbing our tenants bathroom (we hired this one out, thank goodness), or trouble-shooting on the washing machine that doesn’t seem to want to wash. (Yes, all those things have come up in the last 3 weeks. So not glamorous, but definitely part of home/duplex ownership!) In any case, I’ve been scouting some fun, aesthetically satisfying DIY’s du jour to sink my teeth into this weekend. Here are a few lovely ones that have floated to the top. Happy weekending! Furry Stool | Hello Sign | Muuto Dots | Hairpin Plant Stand | Agate Coasters 5 DIY’s du Jour for The Home Follow

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New Guest Contributor Alert: Gideon Francois

francoisetmoiblog@gmail.com — Wed, 23 Sep 2015 23:08:29 +0000

You may have seen a white-glove-sporting kitten making an appearance in some of my Instagram photos lately. So today, I’m excited to finally introduce him. Meet our 5 month old fur baby, guest contributor and project model that you’ll be seeing around these parts every once and awhile, Gideon Francois! Ken and I weren’t necessarily in the market for our first kitty just yet, but when my sister-in-law mentioned she was looking for a home for a gregarious, tuxedo kitten she found hiding underneath her car down in Kansas, Ken and I both looked at each other and I asked jokingly, ‘is it time?!’ After hearing what a great family cat he was around our playful 3 year old nephew, and their 2 big hunting dogs, we offered to take him even without meeting him. Looking back, that was kind of a risky move, but thankfully it all worked out. He’s a playful, but oh-so-cuddly kitten who’s always got his tuxedo on, ready for his close-up! Now that everyone is up to speed on Gideon, and since this IS a DIY and design blog, I want to share a few kitty finds: a mix of DIY’s and smartly designed toys that I’m eyeing […]

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5 DIY’s to Try // No. 12

francoisetmoiblog@gmail.com — Mon, 23 Mar 2015 13:19:07 +0000

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5 DIY’s to Try // No. 11

francoisetmoiblog@gmail.com — Wed, 04 Mar 2015 13:50:29 +0000

5 brilliant handmade projects you’ve got to check out this week: DIY Mid Century Side Table | Sugar & Cloth Removable Wallpaper | Fall for DIY DIY Cake Dome and Cloche Jars | A Beautiful Mess Summer Swing Dress Tutorial | Merrick’s Art DIY Geometric Lamp | Sarah M Dorsey Designs

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5 DIY’s to Try // No. 10

francoisetmoiblog@gmail.com — Wed, 11 Feb 2015 14:37:42 +0000

I’m continually amazed and inspired by the projects radiating from blogger creatives. 5 oh-so-inventive ideas as of late! Oh Happy Day has the most clever round-up of handmade 3-D valentines. Whip one up for your valentine! Blow-up an old family photo into statement artwork for under $10 bucks at your local printer. Check out A Beautiful Mess for the details! I love this mud cloth diy using a permanent marker from Almost Makes Perfect. Très simple, très cool. Watercolor lettering is next on my “to learn” list, and Think. Make. Share. Blog breaks it down real easy-like with lettering guides! The Merrythought’s wooden bow ties take dapper and brilliance to a whole new level! I think Ken might have one of these in his future!

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5 DIY’s to Try: October

francoisetmoiblog@gmail.com — Fri, 24 Oct 2014 13:02:14 +0000

5 awesome projects from the creative blogging community that could easily be made this weekend! I’ve been outbid on many a vintage marble tray on Ebay, so I think it’s time to just make myself one! Almost Makes Perfect shows us how it’s done. Add a bit of autumnal glam to your home by gathering fallen branches in your backyard and painting them gold. (Via Maureen Stevens) I love the simple design of this genius utensil rack made from wire rebar found at the hardware store! (Via A Beautiful Mess) Need an area rug, but can’t afford the price tag? Make your own by stitching together smaller (and more affordable) ones. (Via Apartment Therapy) How cute are these woolen elbow patches from Honestly WTF? Needle felting is where it’s at!

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