Last week's DIY on Handmade is a favorite of mine, in which we let the simple industrial modern supplies do most of the work. A clean and crisp aesthetic that serves a utilitarian purpose? I'm IN.
Showing posts with label DIY HOME. Show all posts
Showing posts with label DIY HOME. Show all posts
September 23, 2014
September 9, 2014
September 8, 2014
House + Home: Outdoor Spaces
Over on the HGTV blog, Design Happens, we were just talking about the importance of having an outdoor space in, or shall we say, outside of, your home. The consensus from all of us is that having an outdoor area to unwind in, from the tiniest fire escape to the most lavish landscaped backyard, is a crucial part of a happy life.
Our last apartment, in which we lived for almost 9 years, started out with an outdoor space. When we first rented out apartment on N. 7th Street in Williamsburg, Brooklyn, in January 2005, it had a big backyard that we loved to garden and grilled. We let our dogs romp around and had friends over for dinners outdoors during the first few years there. Until they paved over it. I can't even get into the disappointment involved in all of that, nor can I discuss when they took it away from us altogether. I can only move forward to the much more pleasant present, and discuss how in our *new* place, that we moved into almost a year ago, we have a lovely balcony overlooking a patio and garden. My landlord has cultivated a gorgeous green "English garden" over the last several years, and with him being away quite a bit, Will and I absolutely love being tasked with taking care of it.
The balcony off the kitchen is a dream. Nearly every day I begin with coffee and a book out there. It's the most peaceful way to start a day, and it makes it easy to resist the urge to check my phone or email until I've read a couple of chapters and had a nice cup of coffee. Is it too much to say that this little outdoor room of zen has changed my life? Because it most definitely has. To have a beautiful space like this that is filled with trees, flowers, plants, squirrels, birds, and other wildlife, it's a little slice of nature in our New York City backyard that brings tranquility through the sliding door with every backyard breeze. The space is exclusively dedicated to quiet, peaceful moments, and having it within eyesight makes it easy to create more and more of those. Where do you find your moments of peace and zen in or around your home? I will do all I can to ensure that our next home has an outdoor space as well, because now I just can't imagine going without. Until then, I'm going to savor every second, sip, and page outside on the balcony.
September 4, 2014
Catch-Up: Episodes 33 / 34 / 35
Get caught up with my DIY game with the last 3 episodes of HGTV Handmade where I show you how to make a suede fringe purse, lace luminaries, and office supplies.
August 4, 2014
Episode 31 /// Vacation Instagram Trays
Lucite is everything. It's clean, fresh, it's like it's NOT EVEN THERE. Perfect for small spaces and absolutely a fantastic supply to get your DIY on with. Last week we organized our jewelry with it, and this week on HGTV Handmade we are using lucite trays to hold + display our favorite little items while displaying our favorite vacation photos. I've been to California every month for the last 3 months. I should get a Bi-coastal badge or something. What I DO have is a collection of California dreamy palm tree pics that I am dying to bring into my New York City apartment.
Today's DIY is the perfect solution!
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Catch-Up
Summer is in full force with vacation photos filling up our feeds and making me just a little but jealous. I've been hard at work on some really exciting projects with some incredibly talented and lovely human beings. I've also been cooking up some exciting plans for MACC, my YouTube channel that has been a little neglected as of late. Not for long! I'll fill you in on each job, video, and project as they roll out, and in the meantime, let's catch-up on the DIY-front, shall we? I last shared with you my DIY Botanical Heart Art, since then you might want to check out:
/// White Box Challenge Unboxing ///
/// Episode 29: DIY White Challenge ///
/// White Box Challenge Reveal ///
/// White Box Challenge: Bloopers ///
/// Episode 30: Pyrite & Quartz Lucite Jewelry Boxes (pictured below) ///
Another DIY video will post today, with lots more creative content coming soon. I hope you are one of the many filling up your friend's feeds with vacation photos, and I hope to join in those efforts soon enough!
June 9, 2014
Episode 23 // Father's Day Mugs
I made my own designs and you can too, but if you need a little help or inspiration you can download and print out the templates below by clicking on them. Check out the video to see how!
For more Father's Day gift ideas check out my round-up on Design Happens tomorrow morning.
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June 2, 2014
Episode 22 // DIY Dip Dye
Very few projects are as beautiful in the DIY world as hand dyed textiles. Each and every piece is one of a kind by nature, and the organic lines, shapes, not to mention vibes that these give off are beyond dreamy. In this week's video on HGTV Handmade I show you how to dip dye some cotton pillow cases in a few different techniques.
Dye can be intimidating, but today, I hold your unstained hand (because you wore gloves) while you try it yourself. If nothing else, this video is particularly precious due to the perfect pup who serves as my co-host.
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May 19, 2014
Episode 20 // Modern Home Chalkboard Organizer
This week's DIY on HGTV Handmade is an attempt at calming the chaos that can take over an entryway of a home. You can use this anywhere, but it serves the entryway just beautifully. Stash mail, keys, and sunglasses in one clean, modern spot that also holds a place for your chalk to leave notes and reminders. It's perfect and already coming to the rescue for us in a few ways.
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May 16, 2014
Home Decor Score
Ikea's PS 2014 corner cabinet in peach/coral/perfect pink. I AM OBSESSED. But, yeah, ugh. That cord. Gotta fix that cord. Are cords not the bane of your aesthetic existence, as well?
Also pictured, 4 HGTV Handmade DIY's, including a sneak peek at next week's project. Starbursts, succulents, string art, oh my!
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May 12, 2014
Episode 19 // Driftwood Wall Art
This week's DIY for HGTV Handmade is one with a relaxing vibe and beachy aesthetic. I'm into the summer breeze flowing through the apartment these days and longing to put my feet in the sand. Until we can do just that, we can bring some of those beachy vibes into our homes with driftwood wall hangings. With unending customization options this project packs the most punch when hung in a cluster, but one singular suspended piece is also quite lovely.
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May 7, 2014
Supplies!
What: Driftwood
When: Appearing in episode 19 of HGTV Handmade
Where: I found this at Jamali Floral and Garden Store in NYC's floral district
*Photographed using my new Canon lens.
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Episode 15 // Succulent Wreath
This week on HGTV Handmade, let's welcome the spring and summer months to stay FOR GOOD by bringing some greenery into our homes. Some of my favorite flora are succulents and air plants. But in today's video I make a startling confession about same-said greenery and embrace a new technique to make sure my succulents and air plants live forever. Make a wreath here.
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April 7, 2014
Episode 13 // Sushi Mobile
In today's video we take the traditional project of a handmade mobile, and make it a little more unique by making it sushi-themed. I don't know what came over me, perhaps a hardcore craving for yellowtail got the best of me, but I have to say, I've never seen a sushi mobile before, have you? Check out the video to see more!
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March 21, 2014
Supplies!
Who: A hand-me-down/donation from my stepmom
What: Little fluffy cloud-like pillow stuffing
When: Episode 14 of HGTV Handmade
Where: Sourced from my craft closet
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March 17, 2014
Episode 11 // Affirmation Banner
When life gets crazy it's easy to lose yourself in the chaos or anxiety of it all. So this week I thought it was time to use our DIY skills to create a little calm in our homes. In today's episode of HGTV Handmade, we make affirmation banners that have a word or phrase on them that bring you a little zen. Click below to learn how to make your own.
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March 12, 2014
Supplies!
Who: Made by Angela Liguori
What: Wrapped Cotton
When: Episode 11 of HGTV Handmade
Where: Sourced at Papel
March 10, 2014
Episode 10 // DIY Terrariums
I've been making terrariums for a long time now, and felt that this week's video was the perfect time to share the project with our HGTV Handmade audience. Check out the video and come over and say hi in the comments if you have any cool ideas to share!
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March 3, 2014
February 17, 2014
Episode 7 // DIY Fringe Bed Canopy
In today's episode of HGTV Handmade, join me for a cozy moment in the bedroom so we can bring our sleep game up a notch with a canopy. This is a super-simple project that really changes the whole dynamic of the room, so tune in below and let me know what you think in a comment on the video page.
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