http://www.sheknows.com/ Wed, 22 May 2013 06:00:00 -0700 http://www.sheknows.com/living/articles/990721/a-memorable-centerpiece-for-memorial-day Make your Memorial Day picnic or BBQ a bit more memorable by adding a few of these fun patterned-paper centerpieces to your table! Cheap, easy and cute — what's not to love about this DIY? http://www.sheknows.com/living/articles/990721/a-memorable-centerpiece-for-memorial-day Living Crafts Holiday crafts Claire Gallam Wed, 08 May 2013 13:49:00 -0700 http://www.sheknows.com/living/articles/991883/chalkboard-quote-tutorial Creating professional looking chalkboard art is actually a lot easier than it seems! http://www.sheknows.com/living/articles/991883/chalkboard-quote-tutorial Living Crafts Home crafts Kristen Whitby Tue, 30 Apr 2013 09:40:00 -0700 http://www.sheknows.com/how-to/articles/990843/how-to-use-mason-jars-for-a-wedding Curious about how many different ways you can use Mason jars for your wedding? We've gathered up a few cute ideas on how to use them in fun and creative ways. http://www.sheknows.com/how-to/articles/990843/how-to-use-mason-jars-for-a-wedding How-To Melinda Bokel Tue, 23 Apr 2013 02:35:00 -0700 http://www.sheknows.com/living/articles/989393/geometric-pinata-diy Break from traditional animal piñata shapes with a modern, geometric design. http://www.sheknows.com/living/articles/989393/geometric-pinata-diy Living Crafts Jennifer Kirk Wed, 10 Apr 2013 08:00:00 -0700 http://www.sheknows.com/how-to/articles/986637/how-to-upcycle-a-dresser In honor of Earth Day, we're celebrating those brave, crafty connoisseurs who make new uses of old items. So whether you’re refashioning your mother’s old dresser or came across a garage sale gem you're dying to redesign, here are some clever upcycles to give you inspiration. http://www.sheknows.com/how-to/articles/986637/how-to-upcycle-a-dresser How-To Home How-tos Organizing and Repair How-tos Kirstina Bolton Mon, 01 Apr 2013 13:19:00 -0700 http://www.sheknows.com/how-to/articles/986643/five-diy-touches-for-your-wedding Weddings are hands-down one of the most important days of your life, and every couple is different, so no ceremony or reception is the same. Thanks to Southern California wedding and events planner Lace and Likes, we are presenting five ways to make the most of your day by adding personal touches where your style can shine. http://www.sheknows.com/how-to/articles/986643/five-diy-touches-for-your-wedding How-To Home How-tos Decorating How-tos Kirstina Bolton Fri, 01 Mar 2013 06:00:00 -0800 http://www.sheknows.com/living/articles/986135/make-a-picture-frame-wreath-for-spring Photos aren’t the only reason to use frames! This wreath is as pretty as a picture, made with a frame as its base. http://www.sheknows.com/living/articles/986135/make-a-picture-frame-wreath-for-spring Living Crafts Home crafts Patricia Conte Fri, 01 Mar 2013 06:00:00 -0800 http://www.sheknows.com/home-and-gardening/articles/986127/the-perfect-porch-decoration-watering-can-flowerpot This is a great floral craft for anyone, but especially if you don’t have a green thumb! Use artificial plants or flowers to keep things blooming. http://www.sheknows.com/home-and-gardening/articles/986127/the-perfect-porch-decoration-watering-can-flowerpot Home Outdoor & Gardening Outdoor Decor Patricia Conte Sat, 02 Feb 2013 04:18:00 -0800 http://www.sheknows.com/holidays-and-seasons/articles/983207/make-a-valentines-day-gumdrop-wreath You can easily make a cute Valentine's Day wreath without much fuss. This gumdrop wreath is colorful and simple to make. http://www.sheknows.com/holidays-and-seasons/articles/983207/make-a-valentines-day-gumdrop-wreath Holidays & Seasons Valentine's Day Valentine's Family Fun Patricia Conte Mon, 21 Jan 2013 03:23:00 -0800 http://www.sheknows.com/living/articles/982191/diy-framed-jewelry-holder You're late for a date, and you go to grab your favorite bubble necklace from your pile of jewelry. And, 20 minutes later, you're still trying to untangle the chain from all of your other necklaces. Does this happen a lot? It does to us, which is why we created this gorgeous DIY framed jewelry holder! http://www.sheknows.com/living/articles/982191/diy-framed-jewelry-holder Living Crafts Home crafts Claire Gallam Fri, 18 Jan 2013 03:15:00 -0800 http://www.sheknows.com/living/articles/981601/diy-black-lace-votives There's not much you can get for under $10 these days, and we can assure you fancy candles usually aren't in that price range. As much as we love decorative candles for our chic abodes, we don't love spending close to $30 for them. So, to give our homes a feminine, sophisticated touch without spending an arm and a leg, we made our own fancy black lace votives. http://www.sheknows.com/living/articles/981601/diy-black-lace-votives Living Crafts Home crafts Claire Gallam Wed, 16 Jan 2013 03:13:00 -0800 http://www.sheknows.com/living/articles/981597/diy-chevron-wall-art Are you in the mood to update your office, kitchen, bedroom or nursery walls but don't have a big budget? This super-cute and super-easy DIY chevron craft will instantly update tired walls and add some fun, feminine charm at the same time . http://www.sheknows.com/living/articles/981597/diy-chevron-wall-art Living Crafts Home crafts Claire Gallam Wed, 09 Jan 2013 03:03:00 -0800 http://www.sheknows.com/living/articles/980937/decorate-candles-with-fragrant-leaves The holidays are over but that doesn't mean you have to put away all your cheerful decorations. This easy project to decorate candles does double duty for your home: Not only is it pretty, but it smells good, too — perfect for the winter season! http://www.sheknows.com/living/articles/980937/decorate-candles-with-fragrant-leaves Living Crafts Home crafts Patricia Conte Wed, 12 Dec 2012 12:55:00 -0800 http://www.sheknows.com/holidays-and-seasons/articles/979183/diy-scrap-paper-wreath This wreath is great for using up scrap paper from your other holiday crafting, yet cheap enough to buy coordinating papers for the more OCD crafter, hand raised! http://www.sheknows.com/holidays-and-seasons/articles/979183/diy-scrap-paper-wreath Holidays & Seasons Christmas Christmas Crafts & Decorating Kimberlee Bradford Mon, 10 Dec 2012 08:31:00 -0800 http://www.sheknows.com/home-and-gardening/articles/817013/how-to-make-plush-owls Owl accents are all the rage in home decor. Sure, you can pick up an owl accessory at your favorite store, but why not make a customized pillow to fit your own decor? This easy DIY owl pillow project will have you saying "hootie hoo" in no time. http://www.sheknows.com/home-and-gardening/articles/817013/how-to-make-plush-owls Home Décor & Style Melissa Dunlap Wed, 05 Dec 2012 01:39:00 -0800 http://www.sheknows.com/food-and-recipes/articles/977747/holiday-pinterest-decor-budget-crafts-that-look-expensive With the travel, food, entertaining and gifts we have to budget for this holiday season, we’re lucky if there are any funds left over. Skip out on purchasing expensive decorations for the home by making them yourself. Most of the tools and supplies can be found around the home, at your local hardware store or a craft store. They can be easy and quite rewarding once you set your eyes on the final product. Here are five ideas we found on Pinterest that look expensive, but little will your guests know that you made it yourself for a portion of the cost. http://www.sheknows.com/food-and-recipes/articles/977747/holiday-pinterest-decor-budget-crafts-that-look-expensive Food & Recipes Entertaining Jasmin Fine Mon, 26 Nov 2012 12:32:00 -0800 http://www.sheknows.com/holidays-and-seasons/articles/977843/diy-12-days-of-christmas-wreath Do something different to count down the 12 days of Christmas this holiday season. This affordable DIY holiday wreath is made with tins that are perfect for hiding little treats or fun clues for gifts. http://www.sheknows.com/holidays-and-seasons/articles/977843/diy-12-days-of-christmas-wreath Holidays & Seasons Christmas Christmas Crafts & Decorating Kimberlee Bradford Mon, 26 Nov 2012 03:00:00 -0800 http://www.sheknows.com/home-and-gardening/articles/977533/yes-even-lazy-girls-can-become-diy-divas Even if you’d rather be sipping Pinot Grigio than painting a room, home remodeling specialist Laurie March says that you should at least know how to do these three basic home improvement projects. http://www.sheknows.com/home-and-gardening/articles/977533/yes-even-lazy-girls-can-become-diy-divas Home Home Improvement Melissa Dunlap Thu, 15 Nov 2012 05:54:00 -0800 http://www.sheknows.com/how-to/articles/976777/how-to-decorate-your-house-for-thanksgiving Thanksgiving is a warm and inviting time of year. Make sure your guests feel that way when they enter your abode. Try out these Thanksgiving decorating tips for a beautiful and cozy home. http://www.sheknows.com/how-to/articles/976777/how-to-decorate-your-house-for-thanksgiving How-To Home How-tos Decorating How-tos Nicole Schwab Tue, 13 Nov 2012 06:00:00 -0800 http://www.sheknows.com/how-to/articles/974543/how-to-make-a-decorative-letter Decorative letters are easy to make, fun to create and make for a perfect baby shower or wedding gift. With so many styles and options to choose from, you're sure to create one you love. http://www.sheknows.com/how-to/articles/974543/how-to-make-a-decorative-letter How-To Home How-tos Decorating How-tos Sarah Brooks Mon, 05 Nov 2012 09:17:00 -0800 http://www.sheknows.com/home-and-gardening/articles/975201/diy-moss-monograms 'Tis the season when the holiday decor gets pulled out of boxes and wreaths make an appearance on the front door. If you want something a little unique and versatile enough to use year-round, consider making a moss covered-monogram to adorn your door. http://www.sheknows.com/home-and-gardening/articles/975201/diy-moss-monograms Home Décor & Style Alicia McDonald