Amazing Dresser-Turned-TV-Stand Makeover!
January 5, 2012 by Bobbi
Hi Everyone! I’m Jen from Our DIY Diaries and I am over the moon excited to be posting for HowDoesShe? today. I had to read and re-read the email asking if I was interested in sharing my tutorials because the idea that it... [Read more]
Give it some Personality!
December 12, 2011 by Dawn
Print This Post I have kitchen help…sous chefs…cuisine connoisseurs. I know, I’m one spoiled girl. Two extra sets of hands…they are amazing! So, as a token of my appreciation I want to give them... [Read more]
Merry Christmas! Here is your FREE Christmas printable!
November 30, 2011 by Missy
MERRY CHRISTMAS! You asked…we listened! You LOVED the Halloween printable banner so much you wanted a Christmas one! I’m glad because so did I! Chickabug came through with some serious Christmas charm in the perfect... [Read more]
Holiday Gift/Decor Ideas!!
November 21, 2011 by Dawn
Need a Christmas gift/decor idea? No worries, we have a few! But first, have you seen the Martha Stewart Crafts Paint line and stencils? OH-MY-GOODNESS! The colors are so rich and yummy and they come in five fantabulous finishes:... [Read more]
Ric Rac, Burlap, and Felt accessories in 15 minutes
November 2, 2011 by Amy G.
For some reason, when it comes to autumn, I HAVE to dress in autumn colors. I look at my closet and can’t fight the feelin’ to wear warm, fun, seasonal colors. I also love accessorizing in the fall. This is not... [Read more]
BURSTING with Burlap! 14 Ideas
October 20, 2011 by Bobbi
Okay, who KNEW you could get so creative with potato sacks? I Share has been BURSTING with BURLAP! It is not just for potato sack races anymore I am here to share just 14 of the burlap projects that caught my eye – but... [Read more]
Door Knob Pumpkin Patch
October 11, 2011 by Bobbi
Happy Tuesday! We are so thrilled to do a little re-share of a fabulous post from our friend Stephanie Lynn from Under The Table and Dreaming this week! She is one creative gal and we are so inspired by her! If you haven’t... [Read more]
Chic, DIY Halloween Decor!
October 10, 2011 by Caley
It’s another Halloween Post! {Because you can never have enough Halloween posts!} If you missed it, last week Alysha shared some adorable Halloween party food ideas and AmberLee shared a cute and delicious Halloween centerpiece... [Read more]
This vehicle stops at all Garage Sales
October 5, 2011 by Missy
Hurray! The Fancy Farmgirls are back to share some serious inspiration with us! Take it away, Margaret (fancy farmgirl on the left)…. ———————————– “Everybody... [Read more]
The Mighty Wonders of the Silhouette
October 1, 2011 by Caley
You know how much we love the Silhouette Machine here at HowDoesShe?! Did you know that it can help you design custom scrapbook pages, cards, apparel, vinyl decor, etch glass, sketch designs, temporary tattoos, stencils, and more?!... [Read more]
Dear Craigslist, I love you…
September 28, 2011 by Shelley
Dear Craigslist, I love you. I’m sorry I forgot about you for a while. Life got busy, and I pushed you to the back burner. It won’t happen again. Pinky Promise. Thank you for not holding a grudge and for helping me... [Read more]
Perfect Paper Poppies
September 26, 2011 by Amy G.
My cute black front door was begging for attention. It’s a nice door, but it needed some pop and I was in that crafty kind of mood that can only be satiated with a juicy project. Bring on the GLUE GUN, BABY! I got my... [Read more]
FREE exclusive SpOOky Banner!
September 20, 2011 by Missy
Email subscribers, Click here to get your FREE printable banner! (Sorry to some of you who received our newsletter with the wrong link to the printables, here is the right link and the password is the same.) If you forgot the... [Read more]
Birthday Balloon Texture Ball
September 19, 2011 by Caley
In my very first Interior Design class in college we were studying the design element: texture. Our project was to create a texture ball. I’m not sure why, but I immediately thought of little green army men. I found a bag... [Read more]
Little Painted Chandelier
August 24, 2011 by Lara
Alright. I’m gonna share the secret on how I refinished this adorable chandelier that keeps popping up in the background of my pictures. Pay attention… its really REALLY easy {shhh, don’t tell}. As I dreamed... [Read more]
A FREE canvas?! It’s true!
August 11, 2011 by Shelley
One of our favorite sponsors is once again offering a free 8×10 canvas (or $50 credit on any sized canvas) to our readers. I recently used my discounted canvases, from Canvas People, to create my powder room picture collage.... [Read more]
Evo & ONE Last Chance at a $100 Cash-Card!
August 5, 2011 by Shelley
This is the FINAL chance at a $100 cash visa card. We’ve had 3 lucky HowDoesShe readers already. Are you going to be the next one?! Or maybe, just MAYBE, you are going to be the $10,000 winner announced next week?!? Ahhh!... [Read more]
Picture Frame Earring Holder (Tutorial)
August 1, 2011 by Caley
For years I had kept my earrings in this little, lined metal box. They would get tangled and I would get frustrated. I tried the earring holders that stood on the dresser, but I would always tip it over. Then, one day, I graduated... [Read more]
$10,000 Sweepstakes! Final Round: Traditional Bedroom
July 28, 2011 by Caley
Today begins the last round of Apartment Guide’s Your Picks. Your Place. $10,000 Sweepstakes! (Hope you’ve been voting EVERY SINGLE DAY for a chance at $10,000!) This week’s room: TRADITIONAL BEDROOM Inspired... [Read more]
7 REALLY Repurposed Craft Ideas
July 19, 2011 by Bobbi
“Save the Earth! It’s the only one with chocolate!” — Unknown Okay, there can be no better reason to practice the three “Rs” and if you can make something cute at the same time? BONUS! We love reusing and recycling... [Read more]
$10,000 Sweepstakes! Round 3: Retro Home Office
July 14, 2011 by Caley
So, who thinks they are going to win the $10,000 sweepstakes? I’m counting on one of Y.O.U. to represent the HowDoesShe team and win. Round 3 of room voting starts today! But before we do, we should announce the winner of... [Read more]
$10,000 Sweepstakes, Round 2: Modern Dining Room
June 30, 2011 by Caley
Two weeks ago, Shelley shared her adorable French Cottage Living Room she designed for Apartment Guide’s “Your Picks. Your Place” Design Challenge. I hope you all got the chance to vote for your favorite living... [Read more]
Your Picks. Your Place. -$10,000 Apartment Guide Sweepstakes
June 15, 2011 by Shelley
“Where thou art – that – is Home”. ~Emily Dickinson Two weeks ago, my little family left the only place we’ve ever known as ‘home’. We packed our bags and made the 2,000 mile trip across... [Read more]
yo, check out my tatts…
June 5, 2011 by Amy G.
Hey, this is Alison I have to break in because I am so excited that we got her back! Remember Amy from the reverse matting post? She has this amazing talent that I didn’t even know existed. When she told me she was... [Read more]
Yard Sale Tips from the PROS
May 26, 2011 by Missy
Wait until you see these amazing transformations brought to you by the Fancy Farmgirls! So happy you are back! If you missed them before, you can learn more about them, here. Be sure to catch all the info about their upcoming... [Read more]
Simple Monogram Pillow
May 24, 2011 by Lara
Aren’t we all searching for little ways to add a personal touch to our home? I know I am always wanting to add a little something here or there. If I could choose my #1 favorite way to spice up a room it would be in the... [Read more]
Strike that. REVERSE IT!
May 16, 2011 by Alison
You know you have one. One of those neighbors who is amazingly talented and you go over there just to steal ideas!?! You make up excuses to borrow an egg to see what they are working on??? Ya. Meet Amy. She oozes with... [Read more]
Top 10 vintage finds
May 2, 2011 by Alison
Top 10 Vintage Finds Hello Vintage mixed with Urban Rage! Anthrolopolgie, Urban Outfitters, Modcloth??? Old Plank Road, Shabby Chic… What is it about old stuff that is so new? Maybe the fact that it lasts so long! Grandma’s... [Read more]
8 “Egg” Craft Ideas! Easter “Egg”stravaganza!
April 19, 2011 by Bobbi
What would Easter be without those adorable little eggs? The sign of new life, new beginnings, a true ‘salute’ to Spring! I have been amazed by the “eggs”traordinary craft ideas being submitted to IShare... [Read more]
Fabric Covered Cork Board Frame
March 20, 2011 by Lara
Spring is just around the corner! Can you believe it? I am so excited for the warm weather to come and stay! I find myself itching to get that spring cleaning done and go crazy on cute projects. My husband tells me I’m just... [Read more]
Alphabet Letters in Objects! Scavenger Hunt Turned into Letter Photo Art
March 14, 2011 by Caley
Speaking of spring {because it’s coming soon…hopefully…} Last spring I was able to visit my uncle’s farm with my family. We lived there when I was younger and a lot of things have changed since I’d... [Read more]
It’s back! Free Canvas Promo!
March 7, 2011 by Shelley
OOo! It’s back, It’s back! The free 8×10 canvas offer is back! I recently redesigned my powder room using my discounted canvases. Now, I’m pretty sure those are the cutest dang kids in the whole wide world.... [Read more]
Bring Spring Indoors – 10 Home Decor Ideas!
February 15, 2011 by Bobbi
Hi HowDoesShe Gals! I don’t know about you, but I’ve just about had it with winter. This has been a record year for snowfall AND freezing temperatures. Yeah. I’m so over it. I am counting down the days until... [Read more]
Be Mine Valentine Banner
February 3, 2011 by Missy
A SimPle addition to your Valentine’s Day decorations I originally posted this idea last year, but I just got it out and hung it up for this year and thought I would share it again… My super talented friend... [Read more]
How to make a Plank Door Mat!
January 31, 2011 by Alison
How to make a Wood Plank Door Mat I think this post is a ‘deja vu’ of the chore chart for multiple kids post. Hello L…O…N…G……post. BUT I promise to give you an intermission. It will be... [Read more]
Twins’ Nursery on a Budget
January 19, 2011 by Shelley
Several months ago I posted my little guy’s bedroom. I moved him out of the nursery and into his ‘big boy room‘ so I could change the nursery GIRLY. Goodbye blue, hello PINK! Eek! When we found out... [Read more]
How do you make a Mod Podge video ‘THRILLING”?
January 17, 2011 by Alison
Seriously…how do you make mod pod tips exciting, thrilling and full of adventure? Ummm…not sure. BUT, with at little help from imovies trailer mod podging and Indiana Jones may go hand in hand. This is the first... [Read more]
Vase Transformation
January 14, 2011 by Bobbi
Happy Friday, HowDoesShe Gals! We’ve got a treat for you today. Brittney, from Our Poverty With A View (tee hee hee – love it), is here to share a fun and EASY way to transform a simple clear glass vase with nothing... [Read more]
Kitchen Before and After…GO WHITE!
January 13, 2011 by Missy
I have always wanted a WHITE kitchen. I realized this when looking back through my “home binder” not the super organized one Julie taught us about, but the one where I put all the magazine pages I tear out for inspiration. ... [Read more]
8 Bright Revamping Ideas!
January 11, 2011 by Bobbi
8 Bright Revamping Ideas Hi, HowDoesShe Fans! So glad you stopped in! You must be ready for some creative inspiration, am I right? How about some IShare inspiration? I love gleaning all the knowledge and crafty expertise I can... [Read more]
26 ABC’s
December 27, 2010 by Alison
I know this is a re-post, but I am spending this week with the family and our new family dog(ahhh!). I decided to put up one of my favorite projects. These make me smile:) ABC’s with Vinyl Yea!!! I’m excited how... [Read more]
10 Things to do with a block
December 23, 2010 by Alison
We posted these last year when we had a few followers (thanks to our moms…they were our first followers). We wanted to make sure you saw the fun things you can do with a simple block. So on with 10 things to do with a... [Read more]
It’s Beginning To Look A lot Like Christmas! Thrifty Decor Tips
December 8, 2010 by alysha
Christmas is just around the corner. And I L.O.V.E. it. I love singing Christmas carols, watching all the classic Christmas cartoons, drinking hot cocoa, the smell of cinnamon and pine, and even the crazy holiday shopping. The... [Read more]
Circle Tree Modern Art
December 3, 2010 by Bobbi
Hi HowDoesShe gals!! We have SUCH a fun treat to show you today. Welcome Amanda from Crafts by Amanda who is going to teach us how to make these GORGEOUS art canvases! I can only imagine all of the fun color-combinations that... [Read more]
Sharing 8 Autumn Ideas
November 16, 2010 by Bobbi
Autumn ideas have been over flowing on the IShare sites! I think I’ve mentioned (once or twice…or a dozen times) how luscious this season is to me. I can understand exactly what George Eliot meant when he said, “Delicious... [Read more]
Style on the Cheap!
October 21, 2010 by Missy
Style on the Cheap! Times may be tough and some of us may be having to do some scrimpin’ and some savin’. However, lest you feel down, we are here to show you that you don’t have to scrimp on style no matter... [Read more]
Corn Husk Wreath Tutorial
October 19, 2010 by Lara
My sweetest cousin sent me an email a few weeks ago showing me her latest creative project. {She is always doing something jaw dropping}. I said, “That’s it. You’re in.” Lucky for us, I’ve recruited... [Read more]
Candy Corn, Pumpkins, and Spiders, Oh My!
October 6, 2010 by alysha
EEK! This is “officially” my first post on HowDoesShe and I’m not going to lie, I’m shakin’ in my boots! Working with all these extremely talented ladies can be a tad bit intimidating and, (just... [Read more]
3 Metal Magnet Board
October 4, 2010 by Alison
3 Metal Magnet Board Bring on the metal. This sheet metal that needs a little less ‘out of the factory’ look. It’s nice and shiny, but I don’t want that. I fell the need to ‘un’shine it…give... [Read more]
Unpacking? No. Decorating? Yes.
September 27, 2010 by Caley
Hi! Caley here. {First post ever! How exciting!} So, I recently moved to a new city and a new apartment. Even though it was a crazy fast move, I was so excited to have a blank canvas to decorate. Within 24 hours of being moved... [Read more]
Pottery Barn Knock-Off Pillow
September 24, 2010 by Bobbi
Hello, HowDoesShe gals!! I am SO excited to introduce you to our amazing guest poster today! Let me introduce Cheri from I Am Momma – Hear Me Roar. She is a fabulous craft diva who can do it all! We are beyond thrilled that... [Read more]
Dollar Store Mug…solving problems!
September 4, 2010 by Alison
At our house we had one ‘special’ mug in the house. The girls claimed it to be special because it was pretty and made everything ‘taste’ so much better. Well, the problem with that was there was only... [Read more]
Cupcake Liner Pom Poms
September 1, 2010 by Bobbi
Hi there, HowDoesShe Gals! Today we have an adorable and fun tutorial by guest poster, Heidi from Made by Heidi: Sew.Craft.Create. We love her blog and have been inspired by her many unique creations. Isn’t she just... [Read more]
How to Make a Plexi Frame!
August 30, 2010 by Alison
How to make a plexi glass frame! You’ve seen these in the stores, now it’s time to make one. Items needed: 1×12 x14 pine board…I routered the edges of this one, but that is optional 4 hex caps 4 screws 1... [Read more]
Make a Friend Board
August 23, 2010 by Alison
With Jen over at Tater Tots and Jello doing all this subway art…I was beginning to feel a bit left out! I needed some family gifts that had a bit of meaning to them so I thought I’d hop on the subway art bandwagon. So... [Read more]
A night stand for under $20
August 20, 2010 by Alison
i’m so excited to be posting over here at HOW DOES SHE! oh how i adore this site!! well, i pondered several ideas over with alison, and this was the one she liked the most!!! we moved into our home almost exactly one year... [Read more]
Rocket Mobile Chandelier
August 13, 2010 by Shelley
3. 2. 1. Blast Off! Megity’s Rocket Chandelier I stumbled across Megity’s Handmade last month and almost died when I saw her butterfly chandelier. I immediately contacted her to see if she would create a special... [Read more]
Vinyl Decoration for Borders
August 1, 2010 by Alison
Before I start this project tutorial I have a deep thought… How come every time you finish a ton of home projects you find out you are M.O.V.E.ing? My family and I will be headed down to Utah this week. U-Haul and all! So... [Read more]
4 steps…bring new life to old furniture
July 29, 2010 by Missy
I have some AMAZING neighbors! I want to introduce you to the fancy FARMGIRLS I had so much fun photographing all the fun things they have created! Lucky for us, they are sharing their secrets on how to give old stuff new... [Read more]
Vinyl Decoration
July 26, 2010 by Alison
A little seasonal Vinyl Decoration. This post is dedicated to the love of vinyl. It’s easy, fast, festive and not clutter’y'! One thing about having a cutter is that it’s easy to add a little seasonal decor... [Read more]
How to Make a Wood Growth Chart
July 12, 2010 by Alison
Wood Growth Chart! YAY, It’s finally here. We’ve received a lot of emails from Shelley’s Toddlers Boy Room post about wanting a tutorial on how to make a wood growth chart. here. you. go. A tute on a wood... [Read more]
Laundry Sign
July 9, 2010 by Shelley
Back when HowDoesShe was a wee 7 days old, Alison created an adorable Laundry Room sign. We pulled it from our archives knowing most of you probably haven’t seen it. Super cute right?! I just made one and gave it to... [Read more]
How to make a flag!
June 21, 2010 by Alison
hAPPY 4th of jULY I guess I am excited for the 4th this year, because I’ve done 2 flag posts in a week. Here’s the other one just in case you missed it:) The parades where kids get more candy than on Halloween, cool... [Read more]
What a little ribbon can do…
June 17, 2010 by Missy
This is Alison…I had to get in and make a comment, before you start reading this post and think I ‘m totally stuck on myself, just know that Missy totally Hacked this post and pretended to be me. HaHa Missy! See bottom... [Read more]
An Idea for Thrifty Family Room Picture Displaying
June 7, 2010 by Alison
In the pictures in the post I did on Saturday, you’ll notice these. They are in the first picture… right hand corner…did you find them? Pretty soon you are going to know this home inside and out! You know... [Read more]
Come in…It’s PLAY time!
May 24, 2010 by Alison
Come in…It’s PLAY time! Adding to the kids bedroom decor! We got together with a couple of my daughter’s friends and made this. It was a super fun ‘swap’ and I will get a post up soon on ‘swapping... [Read more]
How do they know when I put my baby to sleep?
May 10, 2010 by Alison
I have been trying for the last hour to get the baby to sleep… He’s finally is out… DING. DONG. ! After having babies I have wanted to disconnect my door bell many times! How do people know when I put the... [Read more]
What would you do with 144 Balloons?
May 5, 2010 by Missy
How Does She…make a birthday wreath? This wreath is so festive and fun to decorate with for every birthday! Birthday Balloon Wreath! First you need balloons. Lots and lots of balloons. (2 bags of 72 count…the... [Read more]
$3.12 Window Box
April 26, 2010 by Alison
Boring…My front porch…that is… I read Just-a-girls post on flower box windows and thought that would solve the problem. To help liven up the front porch. I started out with a complex design that used MDF... [Read more]
‘It’s Not Mine’
April 24, 2010 by Alison
Look Familiar? “It’s not mine?” Sound familiar? Well, someone had to put it there… I am on a quest to control the towel ‘dropper’ of the family. You think I could figure it out from the... [Read more]
HowDoesShe? Toddler Boy Room on a Budget
April 20, 2010 by Missy
You know how sometimes you read something from someone and you immediately want to be their friend cause you just know you would be bosom buddies (yes I am an Anne of Green Gables fan:). That is how I feel about Annie! She... [Read more]
Chore Chart for Multiple Kids
March 15, 2010 by Alison
Are you ready for this?… This is going to be the LONGEST tutorial you’ve probably ever seen, but don’t fret…it’s going to be worth it! An organized classy chore chart is headed your way. Can... [Read more]
Magnetic Picture Frames
March 6, 2010 by Alison
Magnetic Picture Frames A table saw…are you serious!?! Three years ago I didn’t even know what one was let alone how it worked, but my husband and I needed a way to pay off student loans. My husband was working... [Read more]
HowDoesShe display kid’s art – 28 ideas!
February 23, 2010 by Missy
How Does She display kid’s art? I knew I could find a few ideas, I had no idea I would find this many!!! I am excited to present all these awesome ideas – I am so inspired to get my kids to make more art, just... [Read more]
Childs Art to ART! 18 Pictures into 2! {{tutorial}}
February 22, 2010 by Alison
Child’s Art into ART! Display your child’s art! How do you display your kid’s art? I absolutely love it when my kids draw, color, and create. Some pictures hang on the fridge or are stored in a file, but... [Read more]
From Trash to Treasure
February 3, 2010 by Shelley
As fun as it is to get brand spankin’ new things, old ‘is in’ right now! Vintage ‘is in’! Using what you have ‘is in’! I LOVE IT! -I have been lusting over amazing ‘before and after’... [Read more]
2×4 to Sweethearts and Why I’m Lucky
February 2, 2010 by Alison
Idea #3 2×4 to Sweethearts What a fun way to display your kids!!! I actually had them paint a picture of themselves and we hung them on the blocks, but they weren’t dry and the paint dripped and then you couldn’t... [Read more]
4 Dollar Store Frames…and you thought one turned out cute?
January 29, 2010 by Alison
Four Dollar Store Frames You thought one frame turned out cute…how about FOUR! Check out the ‘Please Remove Your Shoes’ Post if you missed it. 1. These are four frames I found in the dollar section at Michaels. 2. ... [Read more]
Inbox tutorial…kind of
January 21, 2010 by Alison
I made this last year for one of the craft groups that I had at my house! Craft group rocked:) I didn’t take any pictures along the way, but I will explain the measurements and the ‘how to’s’. This... [Read more]
7 ways to Organize your papers!
January 21, 2010 by Missy
Overwhelmed with papers? I found a few solutions to your problem! Okay so actually to my problem. I seem to pick topics I struggle with the most so I can find solutions to blog about. So if you benefit from this as I... [Read more]
My Favorite Things with a 2×4
January 20, 2010 by Alison
Pretend all these kids are mine and it would really be my favorite things…I had to borrow photo’s because I needed matching ones for the picture. Didn’t it turn out so cute!?! This was just made out of... [Read more]
Toddler Boy Room on a Budget
January 18, 2010 by Shelley
When my little boy outgrew his nursery, I knew I wanted a room that was clean, simplistic, and ‘sweet’. A classic looking room was important to me because I know that in the near future, I will have absolutely NO... [Read more]
Floating Frame Tutorial
January 4, 2010 by Shelley
This Family Floating Frame is beautiful to display, unique, and easy to make! What you’ll need: *1 – 18×24 frame of choice with glass included (I found mine at Michaels,…don’t forget your coupons) *1-... [Read more]
Please Remove Your Shoes!
January 2, 2010 by Alison
Please Remove Your Shoes How fun is this! I always feel awkward asking people to take off their shoes when they come inside….now I don’t have to (at least not as much)! This is a Please Remove Your Shoes sign/frame... [Read more]
#7-10 10 Thing to do with a block!
November 24, 2009 by Alison
CLICK HERE FOR IDEA#1-6 Idea #7 Blocks 1. Paint the blocks (easy) … 2. Put the ABC vinyl on them (easier)…I used the ‘Narkism’ font 1.8×1.8 in dark brown. Need vinyl? Contact your vinyl lady,... [Read more]
10 Steps to perfect Mod Podging
October 19, 2009 by Alison
I get asked all the time about fun new easy ways to decorate and I tell them mod podging! This is a fun new way to decorate your decorations! It is super easy too. Leave the paint to stink in your garage…(you are... [Read more]
