Terra Cotta Pots Makeover

If you have been reading along with Hansen and I, you'll know we started our first garden this year! Which means we've been doing a lot of garden-related projects and crafts. Did you catch our pallet planter? Well to spruce up our patio with more colorful pots for our plants without breaking the bank, we decided to buy several terra cotta pots that were on sale at Old Time Pottery (they were a steal!) and get our creative juices going! For our medium and small sized pots we did fabric pots--you can see how we did those here. The larger terra cotta pots got a bit of a different makeover! So, we went over to our local hardware store and picked up a few spray paint colors, painters tape, and some old boxes.

DIY: Beer Carton Coasters

Hey everyone, Hansen here! Heidelberg will tell you that I very much enjoy trying new things, especially when it comes to food and drink. Recently, I was enjoying a very tasty brew when as I set the bottle down on the coffee table, was met with a look of utter horror. I forgot the coaster. Now, it should be said that I understand and agree with the importance of coasters -- they protect the wonderful wood finish of the furniture we like, as well as make great decorative pieces. The issue is that we currently don't own any coasters (save the handful of paperboard ones I've acquired from local brewhouses, but even those are becoming worn and tattered). As I finished that delicious, hoppy libation and reached in the refrigerator for another, I quickly took note of the cardboard carton these craft beers were being held in. I had read an article on the inter-webs about turning the wonderful artwork displayed on the 6-pack's sides into some really cool beer carton coasters. The best part, it costs less than the beer to make! 

DIY: Fabric Pots

I couldn't help but be swept away by all the wonderful fabric pots Christine Chitnis made over on her blog that I had to make my own! She didn't do a step by step guide so I thought I'd help out by offering my own. One of the main ingredients to fabric pots is mod podge. Honestly, I had never even used it before but now mod podge is my new favorite craft supply. Seriously, this stuff is fantastic. I wasn't quite sure how well it was going to work on fabric & pots let alone used to make a fabric pot but I couldn't believe how amazing it was. So, lets get started.

Old Into New: Reupholstering 101

++Hansen found this sad, neglected and left to the side of the curb chair awhile back. I can remember him saying on the phone, "We can do something with it, it has potential!"
Well, when he brought it home I gave it a good look over and decided it wasn't in too bad of shape and it shouldn't be too difficult to bring back to life; all it needs is a little sanding, a fresh coat of color, and reupholstering!

I thought this would be the perfect DIY tutorial to show how to reupholster; reupholstering can be tough but a small project like this one is a great first project for beginners!
+So, lets get started!

Starting An Herb Garden: Seeding

Hansen and I recently took on the project of having our own herb garden. 

We've never really, fully taken on gardening.  So, in no way are we experts.  This is really just a few of the hiccups and tricks we've learned a long the way! 

In the past, we've always had cacti (which I love!). 

They are easy to take care of and they don't take a lot of grunt work. 

Plus, they are beautiful. 

Yes, I said it, I think cacti are beautiful. 

Visiting Arizona throughout my childhood really gave me an appreciation for the desert's beauty. 

Well, on to the gardening!

Avant Garde: Decorative Easter Eggs

+I've recently been inspired by all the innovative ways to decorate eggs.

But this year, I knew I wanted Easter eggs I could keep stored away in my decoration boxes to pull out every year. So, I decided to go "Avant Garde" and decorate my own styrofoam Easter eggs!

DIY: Pallet Planter

Hansen and I have been talking about having our own herb garden since our first place together; five apartments ago! We move a lot. 

We have been in-love with the pallet trend but didn't have anywhere in our house that fit the pallet style so we opted for a pallet planter herb garden! Whew.. that was a mouth full.

+When we finally set roots, we plan on having a garden, but for now we wanted a small herb garden we could build ourselves and transport easily. Easily being the key-word. 

+Recently, we made our very own small herb garden and wanted to share it with you! Perfect for small-living, apartment lifestyle, or if you just want something that is low-maintenance! 

Plus, I'm looking forward to not having to worry about scavenging the entire city looking for fresh basil or fresh thyme.

Rice Krispie Eggs: Easter's Hidden Surprise

+++Easter is just around the corner! You know what that means? Holiday-themed treats! 

I wasn't kidding when I said I love to make holiday-themed treats. 

These are incredibly easy to make and so, so, so affordable! 

I made these last year, and gave them out to Hansen's co-workers as a little Easter-themed treat, they were a huge success! Everyone loved opening them up to find a hidden surprise inside! 

DIY: Blackhead Exfoliant Scrub

+Correct me if I'm wrong but I think Blackheads are far more fickle than pimples, at least pimples I can say good-bye to while blackheads make a home and bury themselves for what seems like an eternity...

Finally! I found something that is giving my blackheads the boot! 

+An easy, at-home remedy for those pesky little buggers. 

Pop-fetti Balloons: The Birthday Box DIY

February is literally birthday month for us (not to mention Valentine's Day).

And believe it or not they all fall within the same week! Talk about a lot of birthdays all at once. Which can definitely be costly & add up quickly! 

+I think it is really important to ensure everyone feels special during their birthday; no matter how old they are!

+This year because Hansen and I are not in the same state as our family, I thought I would send my niece a special Birthday Box!

+She is going to receive a large cardboard box & a birthday card with a pin taped on the inside. How exciting, right???

Into The Stars

Last year, my mister & I hopped into the car & drove for miles upon miles to find the perfect stargazing spot  to watch the Draconid Meteor Shower...

Eventually we came to an open field, where the field was lit with the light of the stars & moon.

We packed blankets and pillows to topple onto the roof of our car and snuggle up beneath the stars.

It was breathtaking..

So breathtaking in fact, I have been picturing the constellations in my mind over & over..

Valentine's Day Inspired Cocktail: Not Enough Thyme

Hansen here:

Heidelberg and I like to explore, try new things, and overall just get out of our comfort zones from time to time.  On our last excursion, we ventured into the world of craft cocktails.  Before we get ahead of ourselves, let me explain a little about us and our choice of beverages.

Be Mine: Valentine's Day Cheesecake Hearts

I'm not sure why, but when a Holiday is around the corner, I feel the sudden urge to make Holiday themed treats!

DIY: Cellulite Body Scrub

This post is for any of you ladies out there who have to deal with cellulite. Especially with Spring just around the corner, showing a bit more skin is inevitable. I couldn't say if I'm excited or loathing the idea. 

For those of us who have cellulite it means we have the task of getting rid of it, or at the very least, diminishing its appearance...Oh dear...

DIY LifeSize Jenga

After perusing Pinterest and seeing a few LifeSize Jenga Sets I couldn't help but think this would be the perfect DIY gift for a housewarming party! So, I divulged my plan to my mister and off we were to HomeDepot!