Add an authentic vintage vibe to any plain table lamp shade with this easy DIY coffee sack shade treatment! Get the look easily with a stencil, water and paint! One of my favorite things to do is watch for curb side finds when riding my bike. And such was the case on this given day when I came across a couple […]
Disclaimer: I am not a professional electrician. I was given advice by someone that has done this for many years. Please proceed at your own risk using these instructions, or consider hiring an electrician. If you have any helpful advice to share, I will add your comments to this blog post. Thank-you! Part 1 – How […]
A Pottery Barn inspired oil funnel gear junk lamp. Part 2 – How I wired the lamp is HERE. Welcome to those coming from Wendy’s own Knockoff at The Shabby Nest! New to Makely School for Girls Knocktoberfest? Every day this week up to 6 bloggers will be sharing their own knockoff projects. Visit all the […]
I think one of the nicest gifts a blogger can give themselves is to pretty up a room. I realize we do that for blog posts and such, but wouldn’t it make more sense to just do it for ourselves any ‘ol time? Confession. My house is generally in a big messy state. I’m always […]
Pin It It really appears that many of you love the simple ‘slam it together and be done’ projects. So here’s one I whipped up today! This is my lamp in the bedroom. The shade is nothing more than ripped strips of loose cotton material draped over the top, then held in place with a […]
Pin It Intro Welcome to Saturday Nite Special #29! If you’re new here, join in! There are now three categories to link to. Home Decor as well as Crafts, Sewing, Recipes, plus our new themed link! Check below for this weekend’s theme. Party starts Fri night and ends Sunday 11pm pacific, so you have all weekend to join! I […]