Avid DIY’ers and crafters know what it’s like to accidentally discover a technique. That was definitely the case for this weathered paint look I used on the DIY garden terrarium. Really it was impatience and my messy crafting habits that led to the discovery of this technique, but it really did work out in my favor. What I mean by weathered paint is that natural chippy-ness and peeling paint look on old wood pane windows or doors that have years of wear and tear and layers of paint. Yeah, that’s the good stuff we are going for here. Here is what…
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Hey, Sister! Ready for Deeper Connections and Divine Creativity? Welcome Home to The Craft Wood Club! Hey there, soul sister! Are you craving something more meaningful in your life? A connection that goes beyond the surface? Well, pull up a chair and get cozy because you’ve just stumbled upon something truly special. Crafting + Connection: Let’s talk about crafting. There’s something magical about getting your hands dirty, isn’t there? And here’s the secret sauce: when you pair that hands-on creativity with scripture, something incredible happens. You start to feel those words. You start to live them. It’s like the stories and…
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Y’all I’m not entirely sure why it has taken me so long to make these adorable orange slice ornaments but here we are! I finally did it and now I am looking for every little reason to dehydrate some oranges! I am obsessed with the old fashioned, natural homey feel that these little slices add to my Christmas tree and I am certain you will love them just as much. Not to mention they check all of my Christmas DIY boxes…simple, beautiful and resourceful! Do you ever get on a “kick” Like if you learn a new technique or find something…
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I recently have been loving this DIY sand paint recipe! Not only does it provided superior coverage but it also leaves behind a nice texture on most any surface. Here is what you need! 3 scoops Plaster of Paris 2 scoops or small craft tube of paint 1 scoop of Sand wood block Christmas tree craft kit All you really have to do is combine the 3 ingredients and mix well. It should be the consistency of runny toothpaste. If it seems to thick, add a tiny amount of water (or more paint) until desired consistency is reached. Also, when I say scoop it could…
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Dough bowl decor is super trendy right now! If you have one at home and you’ve been struggling with how to style it, this is for you! Recently, I was asked to create an arrangement for a friend so I reached for an (empty dough bowl candle) cleaned up the leftover wax, and started to work on this faux wildflower arrangement. I grabbed a piece of floral foam, cut it in half lengthwise, and hot glued it to the bottom of the dough bowl. Then I covered the floral foam with Spanish moss, using hot glue. I had all of these…
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This wood sunflower DIY was a little outside of my comfort zone. For some reason painting makes me a nervous wreck buuuuttt I decided to take a dose of my own medicine, and like I always say “Just go for it!” So this is me going for it. I decided to give this simple wood sunflower dimension with a painting technique that I love to refer to as “wood buttering.” It’s literally where you spread your paint on like you would butter a piece of toast…no kidding! Watch me butter this Wood Sunflower. This wood Sunflower Kit is exclusive to our…
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Have you heard about The Homegoods Market? It’s my small home decor boutique that specializes in small batch, handmade items picked by me, Kaycee, and the Roost+Restore team. When I launched Roost+Restore to help folks decorate their homes with resourceful DIY decor, I never imagined that I would own an online home decor boutique and get to go treasure hunting for a job! God is good, y’all! This week, The Homegoods Market launched a collection that is near and dear to my heart. Y’all know I pride myself on resourceful home decor, and the Let’s Go Pickin’ Collection features unique,…
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Learning to make these photo ornaments with reclaimed wood will be the best thing you learn to do this season. With a few tools and a little creative vision, you too can have a beautifully rustic photo ornament. I f you like repurposed DIY home decor you will love my private membership group and wood project subscription. In this group you can learn to make this project step by step with expert tips, become a part of a community of like-minded women who love to make their home beautiful and want to learn how to make their own decor, exclusive invitations…
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There is something so incredibly fun about creating with scraps. It can be the ultimate challenge for your creative side and it’s a great way to use your resources; especially after a home reno or project build. These rustic scrap wood Christmas projects are the perfect examples of the amazing pieces you can create with wood that otherwise may be headed to the trash. There are so many amazing projects ideas out there and I created the THE WOODSHOP to help get wood into peoples hands that may not otherwise have the tools or the wood pile to use for projects…
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Literally Pinterest is chocked full of Fall Scrap Wood Projects right now. And not just Fall, but there are so many amazing scrap wood projects for your rustic home decor. One of my favorite things to do is to take a piece of scrap, destined for the garbage, and turn it into something beautiful and useful for my home. But here is my confession. I used to let all of those glorious ideas stack higher and higher in my Pinterest boards without any real intention of dragging out my saw and tools. By the time I actually find the time to…