As part of our Styled by You $500 Giveaway with IKEA, Angela and I have been applying simple techniques to reenvision some of our favorite IKEA products. Today, I'm sharing another of my projects.
This BEKVAM stool ($15) from IKEA is made from solid wood and is very sturdy. However, it could definitely use a little personalization.
I thought it would be fun to add some glossy color to the stool. See what I did to refresh the look of this sturdy BEKVAM stool.
As part of our Styled by You $500 Giveaway with IKEA, Angela and I have been applying simple techniques to reenvision some of our favorite IKEA products. Today, I'm sharing another of my projects.
These URSULA Cushion Covers ($13 each) are made from a rough-woven ramie fabric and feature a cute gray striped lining. They seem like a perfect option for adding floor seating for a Summer picnic or outdoor patio space. However, to really add pop to a Summer patio or picnic, they need a little personalization.
I haven't done any blockprinting since my high school art class, but I decided to try it for this project. I used a linoleum block that I picked up at an art supply store, and drew a simple design on the block. With a carving tool, I cut out the pattern.
Keep reading to see how it looks on fabric
As part of our Styled by You $500 Giveaway with Ikea, Elka and I have been applying simple techniques to reenvision some of our favorite IKEA products. Today, I'm sharing my second hack project, which was made with IKEA's AINA Curtains in natural ($50 for a pair).
I was inspired by Michael Penney's fabulous dip-dye curtains, but thought that adding an ombré twist would be a great way to tie in the indigo and teal hues from my room. All it took was a couple of buckets, some fabric dye, and a sunny Saturday afternoon to achieve my own boho-inspired curtains. Keep reading to see the big reveal and get the steps to pull it off yourself!
As part of our Styled by You $500 Giveaway with Ikea, Elka and I have been re-envisioning some Ikea products, thinking beyond the flatpack. Today, I'm sharing my first project, which was made with an ÅSELE lamp shade ($15) and a BRÅN Clear Glass Table Lamp Base ($20).
I was inspired by an Uzbeki ikat polka-dot fabric and was determined to re-create the look on my own. I decided to take a block-printing approach to replicate the pattern but needed some inspiration for an easy way to create a stamp. Enter the potato. Keep reading to see how this common household vegetable became the key to unlocking my coveted Uzbeki pattern!
As part of our Styled by You $500 Giveaway with Ikea, Angela and I have been rethinking and restyling some IKEA products, thinking beyond the flatpack. Today, I'm sharing my first project, which was made from the SKURAR Hanging Planter. ($5).
I love this product's design and lacy detailing and have long admired the easy switcheroo that turns this planter into a hanging lamp. At least, it seemed easy when I read about it. But would this project prove to be harder than it looked?
Keep reading to see how my project with the SKURAR Hanging Planter turned out.
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Mother's Day is fast approaching (it's May 13th, in case you were wondering), and it's time to start thinking about how to show Mom just how much you care. While a store-bought card is certainly a nice gesture, nothing feels more thoughtful or heartfelt than a present you made yourself. And we're not talking about the finger paint art or macaroni necklaces you used to give her as a kid. From elegant candles to embellished kitchen accessories, we've rounded up 10 of our favorite do-it-yourself gifts that we're sure your mom will love. Just take a look through our slideshow when you keep clicking.
Roman blinds are a wonderful option if you're looking to add pattern or color to windows, but prefer a more tailored look than curtains. Unlike curtains, roman blinds require a more precise fit, and custom options are usually pretty pricey. Blogger Cindy Berisic envisioned covering the windows in her office with roman blinds in a hot pink and white pattern. She shared her brilliant roman shades DIY with us, and we're so inspired by her technique that we wanted to also share it with you! The Premier Prints Gotcha White/Candy Pink fabric she chose is just under $8 per yard. Once she had her fabric, all she needed was measuring tape, scissors, fabric glue, and miniblinds. Keep reading to get Cindy's detailed step-by-step instructions. Take it away, Cindy!
The French word crochet literally means hook and refers to the instrument used to create the intricate knots of yarn or rope used in a crochet pattern. I'm sure many of you have memories of a grandmother crocheting, and while many patterns were definitely granny-style, as we've seen before, crochet is constantly being updated and modernized.We've rounded up some incredible crochet art, as well as pieces that you can add to your home, that take crochet to a thoroughly modern level.
Just a few years ago, designer Timothy Corrigan was reunited with the stately Hancock Park mansion of his childhood. After beating out seven other offers, Timothy had to face the challenge of merging his California casual aesthetic with the majestic elegance of the 5,000-square-foot Georgian Colonial-style estate. By knocking down walls to reduce the number of bedrooms while opening the floor plan, Timothy was able to create a more contemporary flow for the home. Layers of antiques blend effortlessly with modern slipcovered finds while picturesque windows frame beautiful busts and fountains. The result is a sumptuous but comfortable home that honors both the grandeur of the estate and Timothy's lifestyle. We caught up with Timothy for a closer look inside of his stunning home and his tips for achieving a similar look in any space.
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There's nothing a great upholstery job can't improve. Need proof? Then look no further than upholstery bootcamp instructor Shelly Leer's latest project. In less than six hours, spread over a two-day span, the Indianapolis resident transformed two Goodwill finds into a stylish Swiss Army-inspired pair of camp stools — all under $30.
The cost is impressive enough, but we're really excited by how Leer discovered an easy, professional way to create finished edges along the Swiss Army cross cutout. She turned standard applique on its head and used a "reverse" technique that involves cutting the fabulous red burlap top layer to display white fabric underneath. The process may seem a little more tedious than regular applique, but the results look more professional and refined (and it's easier than you think!).
In the end, Leer created unexpected Swiss Army-inspired accents for relatively little. With just foam ($10), two $6 fold-up stools she found at Goodwill two years ago, and sturdy and stylish burlap coverings ($8), she now has two adorable fold-up camp stools. In hindsight, she would've added handles for easier transportation. "I should've stitched handles on the side of them. That would've been fabulously clever," she says. But, handles or not, we think these stools are perfect.
Ready to learn how to do it yourself? Head over to Stylelist Home for the full DIY.
