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The Very Best: Embroidered Valentines by Peptogirl
By Chrisjob
Paper isn't enough anymore! This year, all my Valentine's cards are going multimedia.
1Free Printable Valentine's Day Card
By Chrisjob
Last minute V-Day shopper? Don't worry...you don't even have to go to the store.
Just press print! » READ MORE
How To: Add Some Flair to Your Valentine's Day Dinner Candles
By Chrisjob
Got some special dinner plans come February 14th? A homemade candlelit dinner, perhaps?
Then, show your sweetheart that she or he is extra special by giving those tapers a little flair, with the help of your trusty hot glue gun.
"All you need is some transparent paper, thin wire and some glue.Cut out a heart in the paper and glue the wire all around the edge of the heart.You can also use a hot glue gun. Leave a long part of the wire at the end of the heart. Take the long part of the wire and twirl it around the base of the candle, making sure the paper is not to close to the flame." » READ MORE
How To: Paper Heart Garland
By Chrisjob
Hearts-on-a-string...Super quick, super easy, and a great use of scrap paper. AND! This stands out as the kinda project you can do while in a meeting or class, and make it look like you're totally paying attention!
How To: Felt Conversation Hearts.
By Chrisjob
Every year I try one, and every year, I swear it'll be last. Those chalky, manufactured conversation hearts simply don't agree with my taste buds.
But these little felt hearts do INDEED agree with my cute buds, and the fact that they're customizable to convey anything you want? Well, that's just sweet...
No pattern necessary, just trace, embroider, and cut, then seal with a blanket stitch. See how at Lavendar and Limes.
Curbly Giveaway: Win One of Five Free Copies of Make It! Mid-Century Modern
By ChrisjobAll it takes is two quick mouse clicks... Don't miss out! The deadline is Sunday, January 31st, at 11:59 pm.
First, read what folks are saying about Make It! Mid-Century Modern.
Then, enter yourself to win one of five free copies!
To enter, just do two things:
- First, RSVP as "attending" to the giveaway event on Facebook.
- Second, just be sure you're a fan on the Curbly Facebook Page.
That's it! The contest ends at 11:59p on Sunday, » READ MORE
Three DIY Under-the-Stairs Storage Solutions.
By ChrisjobWhen the floors are filled, the walls covered, and the closets brimming then, my friends, look to the space under the stairs. DIYLife has collected three clever options to squeeze some extra storage out of your existing space. "The area beneath your stairs is a common household dead zone, but it's actually the perfect place to stash your stuff...." Provided, of course, there's not another staircase under it. :)
Project 1: Under-the-Stairs Shel » READ MORE
Intricate Rug Created from Foam Carpet Padding
By ChrisjobBeautiful, handmade, and very tongue-in-cheek.
Mid-Century Modern Blog of the Week: The Vintage Life.
By ChrisjobDave and Rebecca from The Vintage Life started the blog, in their own words, to "share our passion for living the vintage lifestyle. From the home we own and fill with 1950 and 1960s items to our vintage camper and boat, we are proud to be vintage through and through. Join us on our vintage journey, so far it has been a great ride."
Over the last few days, they've been featuring a series of vintage postcards they found in an now-closed antique store in Columbus, WI.
Please Welcome Guest Blogger: Tyler Goodro
By ChrisjobIn honor of Mid-Century Modern Month, we've invited modernist Tyler Goodro of Plastolux.com to share his thoughts on how contemporary movements in design can help you love where you live. Tyler will be with us the whole week, of January 25 - 31, so check out his thoughts and feel free to comment and exchange ideas, then head over to Plastolux to see the goodies he's been posting there for the last few years.
A bit about Tyler's background from » READ MORE
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