DIY Living on the Coast of Maine
Today, I am sharing a tutorial I did for Jennifer Rizzo last month for updating an old lampshade with trim and ribbon. This is an great way to freshen up a faded or stained lampshade. First, measure the circumference of your lampshade to determine the amount of trim you will need and add a few inches. My lampshade measured 34" around the … [Read more...]
This tutorial is similar to the stamping fabric with dishwasher detergent technique I shared several weeks ago, except instead of taking color away from the fabric this tutorial adds color to the fabric. I used cookie cutters once again as stamps, plain cotton canvas fabric and Neopaque paint. I used the Jacquard Products 2-1/4-Ounce Neopaque … [Read more...]
Mother's Day is just four days away. If you are anything like me, you are waiting until the last minute to get a gift. You don't have to run out and buy that box of candy or bunch of tulips just yet. I've rounded up a few easy DIY ideas from past posts to help. They are quick and inexpensive and sure to make any mom feel loved. Lace … [Read more...]
Yes, you read the title right. I know . . . sounds crazy, but it works. It's like stamping with bleach or reverse tie dye, but it's not as caustic. I remember seeing this technique years ago on Creative Juice. Remember that DIY Network show? Anyway, they used cookie cutters and dishwasher detergent to stamp a t-shirt. So, I thought why not stamp … [Read more...]
Transform nut and party cups into charming little Easter basket table favors. Fill them with edible grass and malted eggs for a sweet touch. Supplies: Nut and Party Cups - 2" diameter Craft Jute Glue gun, tape, scissors 1. Cut a length of jute approximately 8" long for the handle. Tape each end of the handle to each side of a paper … [Read more...]
Isn't my apron model adorable? My 2 year old grandson was nice enough to be my model. I paid him with promises of peanut butter chocolate chip cookies. This toddler apron is reversible and fits children from 2 - 5 years old. I used two fat quarters from Joann Fabrics. They are the perfect size and come in many fun colors and … [Read more...]
It's no secret around here that I love artwork, and these Hand Painted Still Life Monograms from Anthropologie were calling my name. Artwork in the shape of letters ... what's not to like? Hand Painted Still Life Monogram, $48 each @ Anthropologie They are made in collaboration with Leslie Oschmann of Swarm for Anthropologie. Made from … [Read more...]
Nothing says spring like pastel flowered fabrics and fresh pink roses, and I'm so ready to welcome the warmer nights and longer days after a few weekends of snow. To add a touch of spring, I made some simple standard pillowcases with French seams and lace trim. They are easy to make and a good project for a beginner sewer. Materials for One … [Read more...]
It took me about a minute to add some gold leaf details to the plain black frame that surrounds the antique frame above. I used a gold Sharpie oil based paint pen. Remember this picture of our master bedroom? I felt the oil painting on the side wall was too small for the space, but it is a really beautiful piece, and I wanted to use … [Read more...]
I really love the schoolhouse light on the left from Barn Light Electric. It has a galvanized finish on the canopy and a gorgeous jadite colored band around the glass globe, but with it's $163.00 price tag for a small light, it is not in my budget. Believe me, if I had the budget, I would run not walk to order one of these. But back to my … [Read more...]
Hello! I'm Mary. Welcome to At Home on the Bay where I share my love for DIY, decorating, sewing, thrifting and baking all while living in our little slice of Heaven on Blue Hill Bay. 
