Frosted Mermaid Bottles

I can't help myself...I save EVERYTHING!  Bottles, jars and vases are just one of my weaknesses.  Fortunately I make 8 DIY videos every month so I have plenty of uses for my stash or crap.  For this project I mixed a little bit of Unicorn SPiT and glue to create a lovely faux, frosted glass look in different beachy colors.  The toppers are made from driftwood, seashells and sea glass (from my rock tumbler). Lined up on my outdoor plant table, they look just lovely.  Turn your trash to treasure, my sweet friends, and always MAKE YOUR MARK!

 My new Mermaid Bottle display

 Each topper is a little work of art

Unicorn SPiT mixed with school glue is how I got this frosted effect!

Watch how to make them here!

 Seal everything with a coating of spray matte lacquer

Just beachy!

Hanging Basket Lamps DIY

Every time I hit the thrift store I see an entire shelf filled with baskets....Except for this time when I had this project in mind and there wasn't a single basket for sale!  Fortunately, if you wait a week, there is a new batch ready for you to upcycle, paint, line with fabric and turn into these gorgeous pendant lamps like I did!  A little multi-surface paint and a lamp kit and you're ready to go!  Remember, sweet friends, your decor doesn't have to cost a fortune.  Now get out there and 

Make Your Mark!

 Tassels in every color make these the perfect boho accent for my patio!

From bell shaped to boxy, these lamps are an easy way to jazz up your patio!

Watch how to make them here!

 Check out the Pattiewack Tassel Maker on Amazon.  

Great way to whip through tons of tassels in different sizes!

 My wicker trio!

Happy end-of-summer!

Summery No-Sew Pillows

Need some pillows to liven up your space but don't know how to sew and have no interest in paying through the nose for them?  These no-sew gems are just the ticket and because of the mixed prints, they really pack a punch!  Find a large floral print as bright as the sun and a then look for bold graphics for the base.  Gingham and harlequin patterns work well and don't be afraid to mix colors! Once your pile is done, you'll love how they work together!  Be bold, my crafty friends, and don't forget to MAKE YOUR MARK!

 I put these together with E6000 Fabri-Fuse which is washable and dry cleanable!

Don't be afraid to mix patterns and colors.  Floral patterns look great over graphics!

Watch how I made them here!

Care to join me under the trees?

Outdoor Mandala Side Table

I decided to use every color in the box for this little patio table, because, well, that's just who I am!  This large mandala stencil from DecoArt was the perfect design to create the unique shape I wanted and it was large enough to allow me to use all of my favorite shades.  I used an old turntable to get the different color stripes for the base, but you could use a lazy Susan or a compass.  The key is to create a colorful base and then stencil over each color with a contrasting or complimentary color.  Be fearless when you're decorating, my friends, and don't forget to Make Your Mark!

 So ready for a beverage and a book!

You don't have to cut out the mandala shape, you could use use a table round with this stencil.

Americana Decor Outdoor Living paint is perfect for this project!

Watch how to make it here!

STUFF I USED

Americana Decor Outdoor Living Paint

DecoArt Mandala Stencil

Hairpin legs

Sander & Jigsaw

Cosmetic sponges for stenciling

Patio perfect!

Faux Malachite Tile Table DIY

I finally got off of my butt and made another coffee table for my living room.  The last one I made (also malachite) was lovely, but just too big.  I started playing with shapes and finally decided that a hexagon tile table might look interesting.  Little did I know that I'd be up for 3 days cutting hexagon tiles out of cardboard! The minute I thought I had enough I had to make more.  That's what happens when you jump into something blindly.  Still, all of the effort and time paid off and to paraphrase Clairee from Steel Magnolias,  I LOVE this table more than my luggage!  Take the creative leap, my friends, and make sure to see it through to the end...It's always worth it on the other side!  Now get out there and Make Your Mark!

My new coffee table.  Thinking I'm needing a new rug now, too!

 It's much bigger than it looks!

Made with my Gel Press and my MANY Amazon boxes!

Watch how to make this here!

Just right with malachite!

Harlequin Mirror from Thrift Store Find

I got this mirror for a song at my local thrift store and decided that because it was so cheap, I should just got crazy with it!  I used my favorite harlequin pattern (printed from my home computer) and hot glue in my favorite re-design with Prima molds.  I put all my ideas in my brain blender and this is what happened.  BTW, I love it!  Put all of your ideas in a box, shake it up and see what happens.  You might be surprised at the results.  Now get out there and Make Your Mark!

Print out decoupage papers on your computer!

 Use hot glue in molds instead of clay!

Watch how to make this mirror here!

It's all about the mash up!

No Sew Weighted Blanket DIY

Fairfield World just made weighted blanket inserts and they are amazing!  I took a nap with one just to see what all the fuss was about and let me tell you, I napped like a just fed and freshly diapered baby.  Something about the weight that just makes you instantly feel calm.  The inserts come in 2 sizes, the smaller size weighting 6 lbs. and the larger size weighing 12 lbs.  As much as I like the pure white cotton they're made from AND the glass bead filling that doesn't make any noise, I had to cover it with something.  My no-sew cover did the trick and with just a little bit of E6000 Fabri-Fuse I put this together in no time. Watch the video below and see how easy it is to make for a weighted blanket or just a regular duvet.  Stay comfy, my sweet friends, and don't forget to Make Your Mark!

 That's me, all cozy and ready for an afternoon nap!

Grab the weighted blanket insert here:  https://bit.ly/2Giio3e

Watch how to make them here!

Nap time!

Resin Filled Spoon Jewelry

A few weeks ago I made spoon jewelry by gluing beads and jewelry pieces in the bowl and it looked great!  This time I thought I'd kick it up a notch by adding some Glaze Coat resin to the pieces.  After the resin cured, it looked kind of like the pieces were floating in a spoonful of water.  I used stainless steel spoons from the 99c store, but I'm sure you could find some amazing vintage spoons at a flea market or yard sale.  Grab that box of broken jewelry pieces, mismatched beads and keys and you'll have almost everything you need to make these awesome pieces!  Use what you have, my sweet crafty friends, and don't forget to Make Your Mark!

 My latest collection of spoonery!

Beads, broken jewelry pieces and tiny keys

Watch how to make them here!

Famowood Glaze Coat is perfect for this project!

Fun to wear!

Roll-On Robots DIY - Upcycled and Light-Up!

Robots make me happy!  There is NOTHING better than watching a video of a kitten riding around on a Roomba!  Another thing that makes me happy is recycling and upcycling.   I can't imagine how many roll-on bottles we toss every day.  I'm thinking millions? Time to start saving them for this cute little robot DIY.  Reuse, repurpose and recycle my friends and don't forget to 

Make Your Mark!

A little LED balloon light on top and you've got a party favor!

 Office clips make the perfect arms and feet!

Watch how to make them here!

Big thanks to freepik for this printout!

I just need to find a way to make them talk!

Enjoy!