Tag Archive: diy

Apr 10 2013

Thursday Favorite Things Blog Hop 83

Its time for Thursday Favorite Things! I’m happy to have Carol from  Lessons From The Homestead as my co host this week. The Thursday Favorite Things Blog Hop is where you can link your favorite post or write a post about your favorite things and share it with old and new followers. You gain visibility for your blog and make …

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Apr 03 2013

Thursday Favorite Things blog hop 82

SORRY No reminders went out as I have exceeded my mail chimp account limit and can’t afford the $50 a month to send out emails and reminders. So please tell your friends and remind others and I’ll try and figure out what to do. UPDATE-New reminder list set up at the bottom, yippee!! If you …

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Mar 27 2013

Thursday Favorite Things Blog Hop 81

It’s Time For Thursday Favorite Things, it’s one of my favorite things! I’m happy to have Pam from  An Artful Mom as my co host this week The Thursday Favorite Things Blog Hop is where you can link your favorite post or write a post about your favorite things and share it with old and new …

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Mar 20 2013

Thursday Favorite Things Blog Hop 80

It’s Time For Thursday Favorite Things  can you believe this is number 80 ♥ I’m happy to have Jennifer from  Through My Creative Mind as my co host this week Please share the hop with your readers and please let me know if you would like to co-host. I love to have a co-host every week. I do …

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Jan 31 2013

Thursday Favorite Things Blog Hop 73

Time for the Thursday Favorite Things Blog Hop. Thank you to all who make this blog hop so much fun! I’m happy to have Karren from Oh My Heartsie as my co-host this week Please share the hop with your readers and please let me know if you would like to co-host. I love to …

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Oct 26 2012

Cottage Shed

It occurred to me the other day that I didn’t share something very important….What we did this summer! I say “we” loosely. My sweet hubby and our nephew  finished our anniversary gift in August. They worked almost every weekend this summer to get this beauty completed. Do any of you remember the garden shed that I …

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Aug 23 2012

Thursday Favorite Things Blog Hop Linky Party 50

It’s time for the Thursday Favorite Things Blog Hop Linky party! It’s the 50th! Thank you to all who make this blog hop so much fun! This week my co host is Lisha from One House One Couple Please share the hop with your readers and please let me know if you would like to …

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Aug 17 2012

Ruby

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Happy Friday!! I have had the pleasure of being a contributor to the Ruby For Women Ezine and website for a couple of years now and it is a true joy! If you haven’t read the magazine you can always see the newest edition right here at Katherines Corner, just click the tab at the …

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Jun 28 2012

Thursday Favorite Things Blog Hop Linky Party 43

Before I get started on the hop I cordially invite you to my Paparazzi Party here at Katherines Corner tomorrow!   Okay let’s hop, it’s time for the Thursday Favorite Things Blog Hop Linky party! This week my co host is Amanda from The Mommyhood Chronicles  Please let me know if you would like to co-host. …

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Jun 22 2012

That is Jarring

I try and recycle, upcycle repurpose and reuse whenever possible. I took a couple of very plain jars ( an olive jar and a jam jar) and added some silky ribbon and pearls. I love the idea of using bakers twine, lace, jute, string and other goodies to cover a jar or bottle.  I found …

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Sep 17 2011

Shabby Chic Wreath Craft

My art room is in a constant state of almost done. It is the only room in the house that isn’t a mix of modem and traditional styles. It’s shabby chic, totally girlie, pinks and pastels and flowers.It’s  a pleasant on going project. I’m adding to it a little at a time. Just a little …

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Apr 30 2011

Dear Katie Natural Dry Hair Remedy

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Dear Katie, my hair is really dry. I was wondering if you have any special hair treatment suggestions. You always have such neat ideas. Thanks Christa Dear Christa, I think you’ll like this!!   What You need: A bowl 1 Avocado 2 Cups mayonnaise Tbsp of lemon juice Potato Masher ( or fork) Plastic wrap …

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Apr 08 2011

Craft Project Easter Ribbon Eggs

With Easter just around the corner I thought it would be fun to make some simple decorations.   I regret I didn’t take more photos. Sorry. It’s difficult to hold your project and take a photo at the same time, giggle. What you need Styrofoam eggs I used eggs 3 /12 inch eggs ( from …

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Mar 16 2011

Wordless Wednesday Inspiration

Feb 26 2011

Here Kitty Kitty a Teapot Cozy Craft

I found this old pattern and thought those of you who enjoy sewing would like to give it a try. What You Need                1/2 yard plain fabric                 1/2 yard lining fabric                 1/2 yard batting                 8 inch x 4 inch contrast (fabric for the ears)                 Embroidery floss (similar color to …

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Feb 09 2011

Wordless Wednesday In An Ivory Birdcage

Jan 20 2011

Lace Hoop Sachet Craft Project

Lets make something pretty today! What You Need Embroidery hoop (I used a 4 inch hoop) Lace or tulle (about 12 inches square, may vary depending on embroidery hoop size) Ribbon Glue gun Embellishments Scissors Fragrance beads or dry lavender Before You Start : Heat up your glue gun. Take your embroidery hoop apart (remove …

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Nov 12 2010

Crafty Bottle Stoppers

The holidays are coming and many bottles will be opened. I thought this very simple craft would help to decorate your table or counter top. You could make a few to take as hostess gifts to your holiday parties too! What You Need Cork Stopper (available in various sizes at craft stores) Your Choice of …

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Jul 09 2010

Make A Lovely Table Runner For Your Summer Table

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Make this unique table runner it is a great way to accent your summer table. What You Need 1 yard each of 3 colors of Linen Fabric ½ inch wide single fold bias tape Thread Use the leaf template located at my website; cut 27 leaves (to make an 86 inch runner( add or subtract …

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Jun 04 2010

Wallpaper Scraps Crafts and Decorating

I found some wonderful ways to use wallpaper scraps.I came across these creative and easy ideas for using leftover wallpaper. Mount wallpaper remnants (especially antique or hand-painted ones) on fiberboard frames and then hang on the wall. A unique piece of art! Image from Gaita Interiors           Cover the surface of …

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May 22 2010

Button, Button, Who Has The Button, Napkin Craft

You know that little jar you have filled with odd buttons, well here’s a way to use them. It only takes a few stray buttons and some embroidery floss to make these cute napkins. What You Need Buttons, embroidery floss, thread (in the color of the fruit you want to create) Standard sewing needle Embroidery …

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