Category: Decor

My DIY dreamcatchers were a nightmare

It all started, as most DIY disasters do, with the prettiest Pinterest image. Whimsical DIY dreamcatchers with gold beads, rustic twine, and pastel-coloured feathers. Surely I could make that! DIY dreamcatchers would be an easy project and look great in our daughter’s bedroom. I… Continue Reading “My DIY dreamcatchers were a nightmare”

I am not an interior designer

I am not an interior designer {Heather's Handmade Life}

I spent the weekend working on projects for my very first “home design” client. It’s something that’s been in the works for a couple of months now, and it’s been sort of thrilling, actually. We have plans to work on a bunch of rooms… Continue Reading “I am not an interior designer”

Easy nightstand makeover

Easy nightstand makeover {Heather's Handmade Life}

We’ve done a lot of nightstand makeovers over the years — this one, this one, and this one for starters — and this one’s been the fastest. Pop off hardware + paint — no messing around. Here’s what we started with: a simple pedestal… Continue Reading “Easy nightstand makeover”

Thrift store lamp makeover

Thrift store lamp makeover {Heather's Handmade Life} Dated floral lamps are transformed into sparkly pink lamps with oversized white shades!

You guys know I love a good thrift store lamp. When I find a matching set, I will ALWAYS buy them so I can get my lamp makeover on. *waves hands in the air like I just don’t care* Usually, they don’t have shades,… Continue Reading “Thrift store lamp makeover”

My big FAT nightstand makeover

Wood nightstand makeover with FAT Paint {Heather's Handmade Life}

I remember forest green. We had a forest green dining room, and I believe there was a wallpaper border. *shudder* But you know what? This colour is freaking gorgeous, and now I’m sorry I ever made fun of forest green.