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Make a Dreamcatcher from Upcycled Materials

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Dreamcatchers have been around for a long time.  Traditionally, they are made from a willow hoop woven with a net.  They are then decorated with feathers and beads.  I decided to make one with a new twist using vintage items.  Let me show you... W elcome to the 'Do It Over' Designers blog hop.  We are a group of bloggers who love to recycle/upcycle/DIY.  I'm happy to host this hop and I hope you'll visit everyone to see what they have to share with you. The links will be listed at the end of this post. This post may contain affiliate links. I started with an embroidery hoop found at a yard sale several years ago. After separating the two pieces, I began tying pieces of lace ribbon to the outer hoop. Then some faux pearls were added... ...until it looked like this: Then I pulled out a beautiful lace antimacassar found at an estate sale. Hot glue was applied to the embroidery hoop, in went the  antimacassar,  and the adjustment screw was tightened....
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Easy Nacho Lasagne

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It's almost May and that means Cinco De Mayo will be here before you know it.  In addition to tacos and margaritas, how about an easy casserole along the same theme?   Yes?   I've got you covered. Here's what you need: 1/2 pound of ground beef.    We grind our own. taco seasoning - my recipe 1 tsp. olive oil tortilla chips 6 oz. of shredded pepper jack cheese - divided 15 can black beans - rinsed 1/2 cup corn 1/4 to 1/2 cup diced red onion 15 oz. diced tomatoes - drained 7 oz. can diced green chilis 8" x 8" casserole dish Serves 6. The steps are easy. First, brown your ground beef with some taco seasoning.  I do not measure, but if I had to, I'd say it was about 2 tablespoons.  My philosophy?  Season to taste! While the meat is cooking, wipe the bottom of your dish with the oil and crumble a handful of tortilla chips over it. Sprinkle half the cheese over the chips. Over the cheese, spread the black beans and corn. Next, the red onion. A...
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Spring Galvanized Flower Pot

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Have you ever used rub-on transfers?   Me neither!   Until now. For a long time I've been watching other bloggers/crafters use rub-on transfers on all sorts of things from glass vases to furniture.  Somehow, I had never used them.  I'm a fan of stain, paint, stenciling,  decoupage, and lots of other mediums, but never has a transfer crossed my path.   No particular reason.  It just didn't happen...until I was chatting with a friend.  She's a fan and uses them on all sorts of things.  She said they are easy to use and I should try them.  She even offered to send me some... and she did!   Let me show you. Before we get started, let me welcome you to the  Creative Craft Hop  hosted by Donna from Modern on Monticello .   If you just came from Sara @ Birdz of a Feather ,   Welcome to the Cottage!  At the bottom of this post I'll direct you to the next stop on this hop, but be sure to visi...
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Easter Egg Cutout & the Iron Method

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There I was, running into the dollar store to grab some kitchen sponges.  I didn't need anything else until I saw these: My first thought was, "Oh, how pretty!"  My next thought?  "What will I do with them?" Then I turned the corner... ..and an idea was born! This post may contain affiliate links This Easter egg cut out was just screaming for decoupage, and that's exactly what it got.  The wood was a veneer over MDF and s ince the napkins were mostly white,  two coats of white craft paint were applied. Once completely dry, two coats of Mod Podge were brushed on.  The first coat was allowed to dry completely before the second coat was applied. While waiting for coat #2 of Mod Podge to dry, I separated the layers of my napkins.  You only want one layer when you use them for decoupage. Place your napkin(s) on the surface of the dry Mod Podge and then lay a piece of parchment paper over the napkin.   Using the medium setting, iron over the parc...
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