Category Archives: DIY & CRAFTS

diy: bottle candle holders

Posted on December 22, 2010 by Danielle | 1 Comment

These diy candle holders made from bottles don’t need any instructions I think.

(image from VT Wonen)

christmas inspiration

Posted on December 20, 2010 by Danielle | 5 Comments

As Christmas is only a few days away, this will be one of the last Christmas themed posts. The image above is from Sweet Paul: I’m loving the tree against that beautiful blue wall.

If you have time (unfortunately I haven’t) you can make a felted holiday garland. You can find a tutorial on Papernstitch.

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diy: colorful christmas wreath

Posted on December 7, 2010 by Danielle | 4 Comments

This beautiful wreath made of felted balls is a great diy project. You can buy felted balls but you can also make them yourself.

You can find full instructions how to make this wreath here on Pickles.

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advent calendar

Posted on December 5, 2010 by Danielle | 4 Comments

Today I’m loving … this self made advent calendar by Brigg.

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handrail made from branches

Posted on November 27, 2010 by Danielle | 16 Comments

Although we have been living in our house for two years now there are still a list of unfinished projects. One of those projects was making a handrail for our stairs. We finally finished the handrail this week and I think it is gorgeous. We have used branches as a handrail to add a rustic feel which can be found throughout our entire home.

Carpenter Michiel helped us executing the idea we had of using branches. If you are looking for a good carpenter in the Amsterdam and Waterland region, I can fully recommend Michiel. Contact me if you would like to have his details.

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sewing kit

Posted on November 25, 2010 by Danielle | 1 Comment

I am learning how to sew and this sewing kit from Etsy shop Sam Made is perfect for a starter like me. The screen printed pouch contains some handy tools. Good to know: $5 from each kit will be pooled and lent via Kiva.

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diy: christmas ornaments

Posted on November 9, 2010 by Danielle | Leave a comment

I can’t believe that it is the time of year already but the countdown to Christmas has begun. In the coming weeks I will be doing some Christmas related posts. Starting today with some ornaments that you can make yourself. Belinda from The Happy Home Blog created a paper snowflake for Kidspot.

You can find full instructions here. Happy crafting!

(images by Belinda Graham for Kidspot/The Happy Home)

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recipe wall

Posted on November 2, 2010 by Danielle | 8 Comments

Today I’m loving … this chalkboard recipe wall. Update: This photo is part of a whole kitchen reveal after a makeover which you can see here. Thanks Sunny for letting me know!

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diy: pom-poms

Posted on October 29, 2010 by Danielle | 10 Comments

Many of you liked the pompoms in Clover’s nursery. You can easily make them yourself. You can find instructions here on Martha Stewart Living’s website.

Thanks Anna for letting me know about the tutorial!

(lower image is from photographer Weddings by Michelle)

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diy: box pull toys

Posted on October 19, 2010 by Danielle | 3 Comments

I used to love crafting when I was a kid (I still do but I have so little time..). When Kick is a little bit older I will certainly do a lot of crafting with him.! Made by Joel is kids craft blog where you can find lovely projects which you can do with your kids. Joel is a stay-at-home dad and artist and is responsible for entertaining a pair of twins, so he had to come up with some great ideas to keep them busy.

These pull-along toys that Joel designed for online magazine LMNOP, are fun and easy to make. You can find full instructions in the LMNOP issue (no. 12) which is free and you can download it here.

(via babyccioni kids)

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