Sharing the week’s happenings, my ongoing project and favorite shopping links.
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Can’t Find a Long Enough Curtain Rod? Make Your Own at Any Custom Length
When store-bought rods fall short, galvanized pipe saves the day. Make extra long curtain rods at any custom length, on a budget — plus a clever finial.
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The Easiest DIY Window Treatment — No Sewing, No Tools, No Kidding
A budget-friendly, renter-approved DIY window covering that puts YOU in control — of your privacy, your view, and your style. All for less than $30.
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How a Wallpaper Scrap Turned My Basket Tray into a Patio Favorite
A basket tray is pretty — but that uneven woven floor is anything but practical. Here’s all it takes to give it the solid base it needs, including the mistake I made and exactly how to avoid it.
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Sharing some great blog posts, including lessons learned from an epic fail and more!
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Amazing Makeover: Thrifted Basket + Joint Compound + Pretty Napkins = Faux Pottery Magic!
Somebody had to be the guinea pig. The basket volunteered. New technique, big gamble, delightful results. Come see!
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Weekender Newsletter W/ Shopping With Friends 4/4/26
Sharing life’s happenings, Mom and Grandma posts, and everyone’s favorite — Shopping With Friends!
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Weekender Newsletter 3-22-26
The beauty of Spring right on schedule. Happy Equinox!
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Cutest Spring Easter Window Chalk Art — Easy Tutorial + Free Templates
Grab your chalk markers and free printable templates — no drawing skills needed to add charming bunnies and blooms to your windows this season!
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Weekender Newsletter 3-14-26
Sharing some crazy spring phenomenon, an Amazing new post you will want to do yourself and a tech tip.
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Make a Charming Block Print the Easy (and Cheap) Way!
Humble craft foam is the key to this charming printed linen pillow. Here’s how to make your own print block, print just about anything and even as a 2-tone pattern.
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Weekender Newsletter W/ Shopping With Friends
Sharing some great spring blog posts, and everyone’s favorite — Shopping With Friends!
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How to DIY an Upscale Mailbox Post for a Locking Mailbox (Free Plans)
Learn how to build an upscale DIY mailbox post for a locking mailbox, including USPS height rules, design details, and free plans.
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How To Turn Simple Candles into Something Special with Lace
Decorate plain candles (pillars, tapers, and more) with lace using a simple wax technique. Plus, eight additional inspiring lace craft projects.
