A friend of mine had 4 collapsible bookshelves that she was going to send to the city dump. She didn't want them any longer and I decided to take them. All four of them were stained in a dark walnut color which doesn't work with my home decor. I decoate in a coastal and beach theme. The first … [Read more...] about Upcycled Bookshelf Remade into a New Plant Stand
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Hand Painted Whale Seashells Garden Yard Art
These hand painted Whale design seashells are super easy to make! You don't have to be an experienced painter or crafter to make them. You only need a few basic supplies. We made our's with a plump whale design but you could also do tropical fish, dolphins, stingrays, etc. You'll need large 4" to … [Read more...] about Hand Painted Whale Seashells Garden Yard Art
Craft Project – Hand Painted Horseshoe Crab Shells
A lot of people collect seashells when visiting a beach but did you know that you can collect horseshoe crab shells too? You can! They will require a lot of cleaning, but once cleaned...you can paint them and preserve them to use in your home decor. As always, do NOT kill any animals! Only collect … [Read more...] about Craft Project – Hand Painted Horseshoe Crab Shells
Hand Painted Clownfish Seashell Garden Yard Art
These hand painted Clownfish seashells would look great displayed in a flower bed, garden area, on your back deck, around the swimming pool, or use for indoor coasta beach decor. They're easy-to-make and add the perfect pop of color. You'll need 4" wide or larger clam shells collected from the … [Read more...] about Hand Painted Clownfish Seashell Garden Yard Art
Hand Painted July 4th Patriotic Seashells
One of the things I love about the summer season is all of the fun outdoor activities that we get to enjoy. Long walks on the beach, lounging by the pool, the backyard barbecues, patriotic parades, fireworks, and everything else that goes along with the season. Last month I decided to add some … [Read more...] about Hand Painted July 4th Patriotic Seashells
Hand Painted Tropical Palm Tree Seashell Decor
When I think of summertime I think about the ocean, beach, collecting seashells, sipping on lemonade, swimming in our pool, and all sorts of summer related things. I love summer and everything that goes along with it. Yes, it's my favorite time of the year. Last week I sat down and painted a few … [Read more...] about Hand Painted Tropical Palm Tree Seashell Decor
How to Make Homemade Sea Glass Paint
Love the look of sea glass when decorating your home? Are you into the coastal cottage lifestyle? I love everything that has to do with the beach! There's something calm and relaxing about living or visiting the coast. I decorate my home in the coastal cottage style and enjoy making a lot of the … [Read more...] about How to Make Homemade Sea Glass Paint
Grinch Made from Gain Laundry Pod Plastic Containers
This Grinch storage container was made by recycling a plastic Gain laundry pod container. Those containers are lime green in color. You can use your new container to store small christmas balls, ornaments, ornament hooks, and other small items that need to be kept protected. You can also place a … [Read more...] about Grinch Made from Gain Laundry Pod Plastic Containers