DIY Home Decorating Projects

  • Make Your Own Wall Decals From Fabric!

    Today I am not at the computer, I am celebrating and observing the first day of Pesach! Of course that doesn’t mean that I’ll be abandoning the blog, I’ve got a whole series of posts lined up that will automatically post even though I’m enjoying the holiday! This is not my project (You’ll forgive me…

  • Spring Decor: A Two Minute Decorating Idea For Your Sparkling Home!

    Hopefully at this point those of you who are celebrating Pesach have finished most of the rigorous cleaning and are now preparing for the festivities! I don’t know about you, but I try to make my house look bare for Pesach, as it somehow looks cleaner and fresher that way! Nonetheless, a bit of color…

  • Make A Fun Freezer Paper Stenciled Pillowcase For Pesach!

    Have you discovered the joys of freezer paper stenciling? There are so many wonderful ways to use this simple technique I see lots more of it in my future! As part of the Pesach Seder, we use pillows at the table to “recline” while drinking the four cups of wine (grape juice for some) during…

  • Cut Paper Silhouettes From Nature: Fresh Artwork for Spring!

    Looking for a new project that says “Spring?” Something cheerful to adorn a blank wall? With just some cardstock in your favorite colors, a piece of foam core or any solid backing, and a bit of rick rack trim you can create a truly special piece of artwork that you’ll enjoy all year round. Cut…

  • The Right Knobs Are Worth Waiting For!

    Three plus years after moving into our home, I am happy to say I’m still pleased with the faux bamboo formica I choose for a built-in linen closet (left) and the cabinets in my laundry area which also happen to hold our gas water heater. My only problem was I just couldn’t decide what type…

  • Lessons In Decorating: A Beautiful Color Scheme Inspired By An Ordinary Pigeon!

    When this pigeon found his way into my living room and just didn’t want to leave, I knew I should take his picture because he looked so cute! What I didn’t know is that this photo would be inspiration for a post about decorating! When I was cropping the photo to share with you I…

  • Tissue Paper Blossoms On Real Branches: Stunning!

    Tissue paper blossoms glued to real branches look like the real thing, only you can enjoy them for years! I’ve had these for over a year and a half, and they’ve been transported several times to various functions and they’re still looking fine. I found these branches on the side of the road, a by-product…

  • Anticipate Spring With Delicate Tissue Paper Collages on Canvas!

      I’m very happy to report that I have readers from all over the globe, and while some are enjoying summer, many more I suspect are experiencing snow and cold weather. In Israel, we have unfortunately not had much of a winter this year (we really really need rain!) and my kids even left the…

  • No-Sew Fleece: Fun Bow-Ties Pillow Cover

    Don’t these pillows just make you happy? The best part is, this isn’t one of those photos of something that has to stay in your dreams, you can make pillows almost exactly like these quickly and easily. And it’s a fun project for older children and groups of friends to do over the Winter break…

  • No-Sew Fleece: Cozy Ruffled-Border Pillow Cover!

    I really hope that you love fleece as much as I do, as it looks as if I’m in it at least waist-deep, with no sights of getting out any time soon! But seriously, if you don’t like fleece I suggest some re-evaluation, after all, what’s not to love? No fraying edges, lots of colors…

  • Glaze Your Walls With Color: Rustic Yet Elegant!

    The beautiful home of Roberta Rose (featured here) has one very important quality that pulls it all together.The walls serve as a subtle yet gorgeous backdrop, injecting a softness, an elegance, a touch of somethingrustic all at once! The technique she has used is called glazing with a ragged finish. Decorators often bring in experts…

  • Make A Mosaic House Number Plaque From Broken Dishes!

    Yesterday I promised to share a few simple mosaic projects with you, so here’s another idea to give your home a lift this fall. And if you are hoping family and friends will drop by for seasonal gatherings, what better way to welcome them than with a new and creative address sign? And of course…