Tag Archives: design

Wood Shingle Christmas Tree

Posted on December 24, 2011 by ourcraftyhome

We host Christmas dinner at our house every year. (Well, I host while Alberto cooks. You definitely don’t want to eat my cooking!) This year we wanted something special for the center of the table. We kept tossing around ideas, … Continue reading →

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Mirror Side Table

Posted on November 9, 2011 by ourcraftyhome

We found a great little table at a local yard sale a few months back. Someone had converted it into a futon by putting a cushion on it. Alberto saw it, and immediately came up with an idea. We could … Continue reading →

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New Pillows for the Porch

Posted on June 29, 2011 by ourcraftyhome

One of the easiest ways to add a little color to any room is by making covers for throw pillows. Now that it is warm out, we wanted to try it on the front porch. We like to do that … Continue reading →

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Tree Craft by Chris Lubkemann

Posted on June 20, 2011 by ourcraftyhome

Our friends at Fox Chapel recently sent us a copy of Tree Craft: 35 Rustic Wood Projects that Bring the Outdoors In, a terrific new book by Chris Lubkemann. The book is a fun collection of wood carving projects that are as approachable … Continue reading →

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Sunburst Mirror

Posted on June 8, 2011 by ourcraftyhome

A couple of weeks ago, we made a party wreath inspired by a mirror that we saw in Madrid. We really liked the mirror and wanted to recreate it at home, but weren’t sure what we’d use to make it. … Continue reading →

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