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2021, budget decorating, DIY, farmhouse decor, porches, repurpose, rustic DIY, Wood crafts, Woodwork

Make a storage side table from a repurposed flower pot

September 27, 2021by LumberInMyMiniVanLeave a Comment

Our old house had this fantastic front porch, but our new one does not have a front porch at all. We do have a pretty amazing back porch.

Well, at least it could be amazing if we would clean it up. And paint it. And put the ladder away. Truthfully, we are currently working on it.

For instance, I wanted a cute side table for the rocking chairs but I really couldn’t find what I wanted. I also didn’t really want to spend money for anything new. So I did what I always do. I decided to use something i already had on hand- a flower pot and a wood circle.

I decided if I made these things into a little side table, I could store pillows under the wood slice in the flower pot. So I grabbed a can of stain in my favorite finish.

And I got to work.

Two coats later, I had this:

Our porch still has a long way to go, but I do really like how this works. I got a cute little storage table for less than $50 and I found a new use for things I already had.

Be prepared for some more quick and easy projects soon!

2021, cheap decorating, crafts, DIY, farmhouse, farmhouse decor, Pin-spired projects, Pinspiration, Pinterest roundup, recycle, repurpose, summer fun, upcycle, Wood crafts

Junk Drawer DIYs: make these crafts from things you already have around your home

June 22, 2021by LumberInMyMiniVan2 Comments

I don’t know about you guys, but I am itching for a good project. With the current cost of lumber, I have been struggling to find ways to scratch my creative itch.

I’ve got a few scrap wood projects and pallet projects in mind, but until then, I’m making things from what I already have. I’d love to share some of those things with you.

1. Desk storage boxes

Source: Create Fashionable Storage from Ordinary Shoeboxes

I have two daughters and a love for shoes…so you better believe I have a collection of shoeboxes. Get some paint, some metal bookplates and some glue…and you have yourself some new desk storage boxes.

2. Farmhouse candlesticks

If you have some candlesticks, some plant pot saucers, white chalk paint and a drill, you can make these candlesticks.

3. White mason jar succulent planter

If you’re like me, you have an assortment of mason jars lying around. Take a small one, paint it white and pop a succulent in it.

4. Picture frame tray

Source: make a tray from an old picture frame

All you need for this one is some drawer pulls, a drill, a pretty piece of paper and some chalk paint.

5. Scrap wood shutters

Do you have some scrap wood lying around? Just use it to create some faux shutters!! You will need wood, drawer pulls and hinges, and paint or stain.

I hope these five easy and cheap DIYs inspire you! Maybe you can scratch your creative itches, too.

2021, budget decorating, burlap, cheap decorating, crafts, decor, DIY, farmhouse, farmhouse decor, farmhouse style, Pin-spired projects, Pinspiration, rustic DIY, seasonal, seasonal decor, spring, spring crafts, spring decor

Make Something Monday: Three Burlap Crafts To Make Before Spring

January 25, 2021by LumberInMyMiniVanLeave a Comment

I love anything burlap. I love burlap almost as much as I love farmhouse signs and quotes. As I was thinking of January post ideas, I thought I’d share some easy, cheap and adorable burlap crafts with you.

1. Framed burlap initial print

All you need are some old picture frames, some 8×10 burlap sheets, a printer and a graphic from The Graphics Fairy or WeddingChics.com (this is where I got mine).

Cute and easy! And it makes a fantastic wedding gift.

2. Clip photo displays

For this one, you just need 8×10 picture frames with no glass, 8×10 burlap sheets, hot glue gun and a small binder clip or clothes pin.

See it on the bottom? I have two of these and they match my initial print.

3. Burlap candle wraps

All you need for this one is burlap ribbon or 8×10 burlap sheets cut into strips, pillar candles, lace and hot glue.

Wrap your burlap around the candle and glue it. Then, do the same way with the lace. I position my candles so you can’t see the lace but I photographed them so you could the seam.

4. Fake grain sack

All you need is a graphic from The Graphics Fairy, some 8×10 burlap sheets, a printer, and a picture frame. You can read more about this one here.

5. Burlap covered books

Get some burlap fabric or burlap 8×10 sheets and cover some old books with it. Such a cute, versatile look!!

I hope you enjoyed this project idea gallery! Happy crafting!

2020, DIY, farmhouse, farmhouse decor, farmhouse style, rustic DIY, typographical art, wooden signs

Six Wood Signs You Can Make Right Now!

September 30, 2020September 30, 2020by LumberInMyMiniVanLeave a Comment

Things are continuing with our remodel and we are right on track to be finished with the project by the end of October. I’ll post an update next week, but for now, I want to share some simple and easy wood signs that you can make yourself!

I have made each of these and I love how they all turned out!

1. Bible verse pallet signs

We purchased ready-made wood pallet signs from Hobby Lobby and created stencils using a Silhouette Cameo. We then painted the stencils and hung them above our bed. We love how they turned out!

Read about how we made these signs here.

2. Fixer Upper inspired “bakery” sign

I’m a big fan of Fixer Upper and all things Magnolia and Joanna Gaines. I wanted a sign that she sells, but it made more sense to create it instead of buy it. I made my own version and I loved it!

Want to copy a beautiful sign for free using materials you already have? Read all about it here!

3. Faux vintage sign

I love metal signs, and while I can’t create an antique metal sign, I can fake something that looks like the real deal.

And if you click here and read the post, you can too.

4. IKEA Tray Sign

My mom once gave me a cute IKEA metal tray. I used a Silhouette Cameo to create a vinyl sign. It was easy to do and I enjoyed doing it. You can read all about it here!

I hope you have enjoyed these farmhouse signs! Happy creating!

2020, crafts, decor, DIY, fall, farmhouse, farmhouse decor, farmhouse style, Pin-spired projects, Pinspiration, Pinterest roundup, projects, repurpose, seasonal, Seasonal art, seasonal decor, Wood crafts, Woodwork

Fall Wood Crafts You Can Make Right Now

September 23, 2020by LumberInMyMiniVanLeave a Comment

Hi, all! We have begun a renovation project right now and things in our lives and our home are a bit crazy. Instead of walking you through a woodworking project this week, I am going to instead share some simple and easy wood crafts anyone can do.