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Recently I took one of my plain, boring lampshades and made it into a pretty, ruffled custom decorated lampshade. I used a hot glue gun, wide wired ribbon and a flower. No sewing was required for this easy do it yourself ruffled lampshade makeover. It was very easy to make and only took me about thirty minutes. Below is the tutorial to make your own no sew DIY ruffled lampshade. Items needed: Hot Glue Gun Wide Wired Ribbon Optional: Flowers,… Continue Reading…
Valentine’s Day is coming soon! I have a super cute “Owl Always Love You” free printable gift tag to share with you that you can download! I have also included links to several other Valentine’s Printables at the end of this post too! This sheet includes two bag toppers and three mini tags. You can use these with cello bags or as a gift tag for any size gift. Just print it on regular white paper or white card stock… Continue Reading…
I have been renting ever since I moved out on my own. For me, it’s a better choice financially. The only problem with renting is the house isn’t really mine. I can decorate and make it my own, but my landlord does not allow us to paint or make any other permanent changes. I also don’t want to put a lot of money into a house I’m only going to be living in for a few years and won’t make… Continue Reading…
I have really been trying to be more “crafty” lately. It is something I truly enjoy doing and is such a stress reliever for me. This year I decided I wanted to try to make my own Christmas cards. I originally was going to order some but I could not find any that I really liked. I wanted some that came with a bookmark so it is a card and keepsake gift too. I couldn’t find any that were affordable. I decided… Continue Reading…
Today makes it only 14 days until Christmas. I seriously cannot believe it and I seriously am not ready for it! I do have almost all my shopping finished (just need to buy a couple gift cards). All of the presents I have purchased so far are wrapped. Dates are set for parties and gatherings with friends and family. Now it’s just time to clean house and make sure I have all the ingredients for the foods I will be… Continue Reading…
Last month I posted my tutorial for a quick $5 DIY Autumn Leaf Wreath. It was so popular that I decided to another easy $5 DIY Wreath for the Winter! This wreath will be ready to hang up right after Thanksgiving and can last throughout the winter, not just Christmas. To make this wreath all you need is: Grapevine Wreath (can be purchased in the floral section of Walmart or any craft stores) Wide, wired ribbon A Christmas Ornament… Continue Reading…
NOTE- The 2012 Showcase is now FULL, but I would still love to feature your business and review your products! I am scheduling reviews for January so please email me at ceoofmeinc@gmail.com for details. Thank you! Do you own a direct sales business, craft or diy online store or etsy shop or your own small business? I would love to feature you in my 2nd Annual Shop from Your Seat Showcase Holiday Gift Guide & Giveaway! All Gold Vendor… Continue Reading…
I have been super busy this week between work and family stuff and trying to get ready for a party I’m hosting this weekend. I wanted to do a little decorating for fall before the party. I pulled out my fall decor but I could not find my fall wreath. I know I had one, but I have no idea where it is hiding at. I had already been out shopping a few times this week and I did not… Continue Reading…
