Do you DIY? Do it Yourself has always existed, but has been rebranded to entice Generations X and Y to engage in producing something themselves rather than purchasing products. Practically every magazine on the newsstand expounds the virtues of digging into an interest and independently performing the tasks associated. Blogs, books and online videos and [...]
Entry Category 'DIY'
A Book with a Purpose- a Repurpose
December 12th, 2011 · No Comments · Books, DIY
My personal library grew tremendously while I was employed at Austin Public Library. Booksales rich with discards and donated gems can be snapped up for $2 a hardback. Those prices are decades old! So when I heard about the book The Repurposed Library, a part of me cringed at the thought of gutting beautiful old books and [...]
DIY: Bicycle Wheel Mobile
May 23rd, 2011 · No Comments · DIY
Spare bike wheel? Feeling crafty? Make your kid a mobile! With the help of my husband, bike builder extraordinaire, Erik Vitela, we took some extra bicycle parts and transformed them into a princess worthy decoration for our daughters’ room. To make your own, you will need: Brake cable Bicycle wheel Pinch bolt assembly Fishing line [...]
Stand Up, Please: Project Restyle!
January 26th, 2011 · 4 Comments · DIY
The spirit of Do It Yourself is contagious. Popular blog, A Beautiful Mess has sent out a call to join them in a Restyle Project that focuses on sustainable, eco-conscious crafting, while emphasizing style. I love creating things, but cannot sew if my life depended on it. So what is a technically challenged girl to [...]
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DIY Necklace Hanger
October 18th, 2010 · 3 Comments · DIY
Reducing clutter has been a goal of mine which sometimes seems a Mt. Everest-like challenge. My necklaces were out of control, hanging over my towel bar in the restroom, pooled in knots next to my sink or draped around my toddler’s neck. I put my foot down and declared war against my out of control [...]
How to Make a Portrait Silhouette
August 11th, 2010 · No Comments · DIY, Family
“You grew overnight!” well-meaning adults exclaimed to me growing up. I’d say, “Thanks, I guess” and roll my eyes at the absurdity of stating the obvious. But here I am, a parent to two little girls and I am amazed at how fast they are growing. Chloe, my youngest, still holds that sweet baby smell [...]
