Spring – And Then Home http://www.andthenhome.com/ Sun, 20 Sep 2020 00:49:28 +0000 en hourly 1 https://wordpress.org/?v=5.5.1 https://www.andthenhome.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/08/cropped-Watermark-Logo-1-75x75.jpg Spring – And Then Home http://www.andthenhome.com/ 32 32 DIY Dollar Store Bird Bath https://www.andthenhome.com/diy-dollar-store-bird-bath/ Fri, 16 Aug 2019 16:51:45 +0000 https://www.andthenhome.com/?p=4687 Summer feels like it’s coming to an end, but there’s always time for one last outdoor DIY home decor project.  This DIY Dollar Store Bird Bath takes about 10min to complete and only needs two materials that you can get at the local dollar store for less then $10.  Skip the expensive bird bath and opt for a beautiful, easy to make DIY one! Materials for this project particularly easy to find and there’s usually tons of variety.  All you need is a bowl and base. Be sure to remember sizing of the bowl and base, for example they should fit nicely together. Also, choose bowls/containers that aren’t too deep as birds love to stand in the water and bathe.  I made two different bird baths; a taller one with bright colours and a shorter one that will be incorporated into our fairy garden.  Both are made the exact same way…easily! This DIY Dollar Store Bird Bath takes less then 10min to complete! Let’s see how to make your own DIY Dollar Store Bird BathWhat you’ll need Plastic bowl or shallow container Tin planter Hot glue gun with glue  There’s really only one step to complete this DIY garden bird bath and that is to glue the bowl to the top of the planter!  It’s surprisingly that simple. An inexpensive DIY bird bath that takes less then ten minutes to complete, you can’t go wrong with that. I used the light blue planter upside down to create a tapered look, which further enhanced the bird bath. You can see the planter’s handles in the above photo, of course if you don’t like this, you can simply cover them in mulch or dirt. If the bird bath is in the grass, the handles will be hidden among the grass and you won’t see them at all! Looking for more spring or summer home decor ideas? Check out our easy Colourful Triangle Tablecloth or see this Fruits of Summer Food Tent, by Champagne and Sugarplums. We also have an easy, budget friendly way to upgrade your patio decor, see it here. *Disclosure: Some of the links in this post are affiliate links.  There may be a small commission made by our recommendations, and/or link to products mentioned or services on this website.  Any potential purchase you make will help us continue to bring you amazing content, step-by-steps and product reviews.  Products are not exact to what we use, be sure these materials are right for you!

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]]> Summer feels like it’s coming to an end, but there’s always time for one last outdoor DIY home decor project.  This DIY Dollar Store Bird Bath takes about 10min to complete and only needs two materials that you can get at the local dollar store for less then $10.  Skip the expensive bird bath and opt for a beautiful, easy to make DIY one!

Materials for this project particularly easy to find and there’s usually tons of variety.  All you need is a bowl and base. Be sure to remember sizing of the bowl and base, for example they should fit nicely together. Also, choose bowls/containers that aren’t too deep as birds love to stand in the water and bathe.  I made two different bird baths; a taller one with bright colours and a shorter one that will be incorporated into our fairy garden.  Both are made the exact same way…easily!

This DIY Dollar Store Bird Bath takes less then 10min to complete!

Let’s see how to make your own DIY Dollar Store Bird Bath
What you’ll need

  • Plastic bowl or shallow container
  • Tin planter
  • Hot glue gun with glue 

There’s really only one step to complete this DIY garden bird bath and that is to glue the bowl to the top of the planter!  It’s surprisingly that simple. An inexpensive DIY bird bath that takes less then ten minutes to complete, you can’t go wrong with that.

I used the light blue planter upside down to create a tapered look, which further enhanced the bird bath. You can see the planter’s handles in the above photo, of course if you don’t like this, you can simply cover them in mulch or dirt. If the bird bath is in the grass, the handles will be hidden among the grass and you won’t see them at all!

Looking for more spring or summer home decor ideas? Check out our easy Colourful Triangle Tablecloth or see this Fruits of Summer Food Tent, by Champagne and Sugarplums. We also have an easy, budget friendly way to upgrade your patio decor, see it here.

*Disclosure: Some of the links in this post are affiliate links.  There may be a small commission made by our recommendations, and/or link to products mentioned or services on this website.  Any potential purchase you make will help us continue to bring you amazing content, step-by-steps and product reviews.  Products are not exact to what we use, be sure these materials are right for you!

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]]> Spring Forward Easy Umbrella Art https://www.andthenhome.com/spring-forward-easy-umbrella-art/ Tue, 12 Mar 2019 04:09:20 +0000 https://www.andthenhome.com/?p=4273 Spring has finally sprung! We were inspired this week to get a head start on Spring decorating. Technically, Winter will be hanging around for a few more weeks, but the weather has started to turn so we’re embracing as much of the warm weather Mother Nature is willing to give. Thinking about Spring makes me think of the rhyme – April showers bring May flowers. And if you’re in a Spring shower, you need an umbrella. Phew, that was a little mind journey, but we got there! This was how a came up with this easy umbrella art piece. This easy little canvas project sparks a breath of air with bright colours and patterns. We can never stop shouting about the versatility of scrapbook paper, its really one of those must have crat supplies that can be used for so many projects. Making this craft made me happy and I hope it will do the same for you! What you’ll need: Black paint pen Canvas Scrapbook paper Scissors Modge Podge Paint brushes Acrylic paint Make an umbrella top template. I free drew mine, but you can also print one – try searching for umbrella clipart. Cut out nine umbrella tops. Paint the canvas a solid colour that will compliment your umbrellas and let dry. Modge Podge the umbrella tops in place. Use a thin layer of the glue both under and on top of the paper. Let this dry as well. Use a paint pen to add handles to the umbrella tops. All done! I hope this cute Umbrella Art piece brings you joy, happy crafting! If you loved this craft and are looking for more, certainly check out this Easy DIY Beach Decor – Flip Flop Hanger. Disclosure: Some of the links in this post are affiliate links.  There may be a small commission made by our recommendations, and/or link to products or services mentioned on this website.  Your purchase will help us continue to bring you amazing content, step-by-steps and product reviews.

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]]> Spring has finally sprung! We were inspired this week to get a head start on Spring decorating. Technically, Winter will be hanging around for a few more weeks, but the weather has started to turn so we’re embracing as much of the warm weather Mother Nature is willing to give. Thinking about Spring makes me think of the rhyme – April showers bring May flowers. And if you’re in a Spring shower, you need an umbrella. Phew, that was a little mind journey, but we got there! This was how a came up with this easy umbrella art piece.

Umbrella Art

This easy little canvas project sparks a breath of air with bright colours and patterns. We can never stop shouting about the versatility of scrapbook paper, its really one of those must have crat supplies that can be used for so many projects. Making this craft made me happy and I hope it will do the same for you!

What you’ll need:
  • Black paint pen
  • Canvas
  • Scrapbook paper
  • Scissors
  • Modge Podge
  • Paint brushes
  • Acrylic paint
scrapbook paper cutting

Make an umbrella top template. I free drew mine, but you can also print one – try searching for umbrella clipart. Cut out nine umbrella tops.

painting a canvas

Paint the canvas a solid colour that will compliment your umbrellas and let dry.

Umbrella art glue

Modge Podge the umbrella tops in place. Use a thin layer of the glue both under and on top of the paper. Let this dry as well.

Umbrella Art

Use a paint pen to add handles to the umbrella tops.

Umbrella Art

All done! I hope this cute Umbrella Art piece brings you joy, happy crafting! If you loved this craft and are looking for more, certainly check out this Easy DIY Beach Decor – Flip Flop Hanger.

Disclosure: Some of the links in this post are affiliate links.  There may be a small commission made by our recommendations, and/or link to products or services mentioned on this website.  Your purchase will help us continue to bring you amazing content, step-by-steps and product reviews.

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]]> The Best DIY Architectural Letter Decor https://www.andthenhome.com/the-best-diy-architectural-letter-decor/ Tue, 19 Feb 2019 18:54:10 +0000 https://www.andthenhome.com/?p=4218 Some of the best home decor designs are simple and strong.  They can catch an eye from across the room and set the tone of your home.  Monograms have been a popular element in many homes for a while now and it’s still hot in 2019.  Since this trend is ongoing, we thought we’d bring you a list of The Best DIY Architectural Letter Decor Ideas out there.  You can find this type of art in the home shows, but it can be costly!  Why not make some yourself and save the money while keeping the designer look?  Take a look at these easy to follow tutorials from the best! Colourful DIY Sprinkle Letter & Matching Frame: A Great Vinyl Scrap Buster! by: Where the Smiles Have Been. This fun and colourful letter decor is perfect for a nursery or kids room. How to Make Washi Tape Monograms by: Creative Green Living. This one is fun and easy, combine multiple designs and colours to create a bright and cheery letter! Washi Tape Paper Mache Letters Tutorial by: Shrimp Salad Circus. Perfect office decor, these sleek letters are easy to create and look great. Ombre Yarn Wrapped Letters by: And Then Home. Try some mixed media with these cute ombre yarn wrapped letters. Great for a nursery! There’s still more DIY Letter Design Ideas to go! DIY Colour Block Initial Desk Decor by: Pop Shop America. Place this one on your desk to give your office area a personal touch while still looking professional. .DIY Monogram Topiary – How To-sday by: Shrimp Salad Circus. This is one of our favourites, it goes with a rustic or vintage decor. This would be the perfect addition to any mantel. DIY Pottery Barn Inspired Home Decor by: Champagne and Sugarplums. A modern look with a personal statement. Multi Season Monogrammed Frame using Cricut Vinyl by: Mission: to Save. This is an awesome way to decorate your home, keep your letter art the same and change the background for each holiday. Simple and festive, we love it.  The Best DIY Architectural Letter Decor DIY Faux Copper Letter Aged with Blue Patina by: Where the Smiles Have Been. Perfect for the mantel or wall, this design will suit any decor and is certainly on trend! How to Make Embossed Woodgrain Monograms by: Creative Green Living. How cool is this? Find out how to design your own woodgrain monogram! DIY Metallic Wire Dream Sign by: Pop Shop America. An elegant style gives this one wire sign it’s charm. How to Paint a Chevron – Spring Door Hanger by: And Then Home. Welcome spring with a personalized door hanger. Leave it up from Spring through Summer! I hope you liked the list! Do you have a favourite?  With so many to choose from, it can be hard to decide.  But don’t forget that these monogram letters can make excellent gift ideas, so try them all, your friends will love it! If you loved this list check out our Top DIY Home Decor Projects  or Top 20 Before and After Home Make-overs.

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]]> Some of the best home decor designs are simple and strong.  They can catch an eye from across the room and set the tone of your home.  Monograms have been a popular element in many homes for a while now and it’s still hot in 2019.  Since this trend is ongoing, we thought we’d bring you a list of The Best DIY Architectural Letter Decor Ideas out there.  You can find this type of art in the home shows, but it can be costly!  Why not make some yourself and save the money while keeping the designer look?  Take a look at these easy to follow tutorials from the best!

Photo by: Where the Smiles Have Been

Colourful DIY Sprinkle Letter & Matching Frame: A Great Vinyl Scrap Buster! by: Where the Smiles Have Been. This fun and colourful letter decor is perfect for a nursery or kids room.

Photo by: Creative Green Living

How to Make Washi Tape Monograms by: Creative Green Living. This one is fun and easy, combine multiple designs and colours to create a bright and cheery letter!

Photo by: Shrimp Salad Circus

Washi Tape Paper Mache Letters Tutorial by: Shrimp Salad Circus. Perfect office decor, these sleek letters are easy to create and look great.

Photo by: And Then Home

Ombre Yarn Wrapped Letters by: And Then Home. Try some mixed media with these cute ombre yarn wrapped letters. Great for a nursery!

There’s still more DIY Letter Design Ideas to go!

Photo by: Pop Shop America

DIY Colour Block Initial Desk Decor by: Pop Shop America. Place this one on your desk to give your office area a personal touch while still looking professional.

Photo by: Shrimp Salad Circus

.DIY Monogram Topiary – How To-sday by: Shrimp Salad Circus. This is one of our favourites, it goes with a rustic or vintage decor. This would be the perfect addition to any mantel.

Photo by: Champagne and Sugarplums

DIY Pottery Barn Inspired Home Decor by: Champagne and Sugarplums. A modern look with a personal statement.

Photo by: Mission: to Save

Multi Season Monogrammed Frame using Cricut Vinyl by: Mission: to Save. This is an awesome way to decorate your home, keep your letter art the same and change the background for each holiday. Simple and festive, we love it. 

The Best DIY Architectural Letter Decor

Photo by: Where the Smiles Have Been

DIY Faux Copper Letter Aged with Blue Patina by: Where the Smiles Have Been. Perfect for the mantel or wall, this design will suit any decor and is certainly on trend!

Photo by: Creative Green Living

How to Make Embossed Woodgrain Monograms by: Creative Green Living. How cool is this? Find out how to design your own woodgrain monogram!

Photo by: Pop Shop America

DIY Metallic Wire Dream Sign by: Pop Shop America. An elegant style gives this one wire sign it’s charm.

Photo by: And Then Home

How to Paint a Chevron – Spring Door Hanger by: And Then Home. Welcome spring with a personalized door hanger. Leave it up from Spring through Summer!

I hope you liked the list! Do you have a favourite?  With so many to choose from, it can be hard to decide.  But don’t forget that these monogram letters can make excellent gift ideas, so try them all, your friends will love it!

If you loved this list check out our Top DIY Home Decor Projects  or Top 20 Before and After Home Make-overs.

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]]> Top DIY Home Decor Projects – Trending and Repurposing https://www.andthenhome.com/top-diy-home-decor-projects-trending-and-repurposing/ Tue, 08 Jan 2019 11:30:43 +0000 https://www.andthenhome.com/?p=3105 It’s a new year!  A chance to refresh some decor, start new projects…and finish others.  This week we want to bring you some awesome DIY Home Decor projects that will motivate you to repurpose that bench or give your house the update you’ve been looking for.  In this list you’ll find stylish looks including farmhouse, fringe, rustic and natural.  We’ve also lined up some great thrift store turned designer and old to new looks.  So, let’s get started on our Top DIY Home Decor Projects – Trending and Repurposing edition! Top DIY Home Decor Projects – Trending and Repurposing This is one of my favourite projects.  Do you need more kitchen space when prepping your food?  Want to cover up your stove top but not sure how?  Check out this tutorial by  We Three Shanes – DIY Noodle Board   Here’s an awesome way to update your old knife block.  The best part about this one is the added phone holder, how many times have you been trying to hold your phone while following a recipe?  My Thrifty House shows us how to update an old knife block and repurpose it as a handy phone holder.  My Thrifty House – DIY Painted Knife Block with Phone Holder.   This ottoman definitely has wow-factor!  I’m shocked that it used to be a coffee table.  There are so many coffee tables available online now for next to nothing, with this tutorial you could easily have that designer look!  You need to check it out.  FrugElegance – Old Table Turned Into New Ottoman   Don’t have time to read right now?  PIN us for later! This easy DIY project is the perfect way to add a personal touch to any room.  Pick your own colours and patterns and watch it come to life.  A great project to do with the kids, they will love to pick their fabric and colours!  Home Crafts By Ali – Easy DIY Fabric Strip Chandelier    A farmhouse style decor piece that’s sure to catch everyones eye.  This piece is perfect for a kitchen or bathroom.  See how to make this delightful succulent planter comes to life! Our Crafty Mom – Galvanized Bucket Hanging Succulent Planter    Fringe, one of the biggest trends of 2018, it’s continuing into 2019. It used to be reserved for blankets and rugs, but not anymore. See how to bring this hot trend into your home! And Then Home – Stylish Fringed Mirror  Do you have a circut machine?  If you do your in luck, here’s a super cute wooden sign inspired by the movie “Rudy”.  If you don’t have a circut machine, don’t worry, just use paint instead!  The Inspiration Vault – Make a Wood Sign Using Circut Stencil Vinyl     There’s still more trending and repurposing projects!  Keep reading! Have you ever considered painting your kitchen cabinets instead of refacing or replacing?  Here’s a tutorial to try out BEFORE you tackle your kitchen.  Practice makes perfect and this repurposed cabinet is just that!  My Design Rules – Fear Painting Your Kitchen Cabinets? Get it Right the First Time.   Give your old candle holders a fresh farmhouse look, whether they’re wood or ceramic this tutorial shows you how.  Perfect for a bath ledge or mantel these candle holders are a great addition to any farmhouse style decor.  Shoppe No.5 – How to Give Mismatched Candleholders a Farmhouse Look     Do you have any old mirrors that need new life and new colour?  Not sure how to proceed when the mirror is stuck to the frame?  Don’t worry, Hippie and Sparky will show you just what to do and how to give your mirror a facelift.  Hippie and Sparky – Bright & Cherry Thrift Store Mirror Makeover.     Let’s not forget our outdoor space!  Here’s an excellent tutorial on just how to add some colour to your patio.  Champagne and Sugarplums – Colour Pop Felt Spring Flower Pillow    Hope you liked our list!  What’s your favourite trending look?  Let us know in the comments below.

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]]> It’s a new year!  A chance to refresh some decor, start new projects…and finish others.  This week we want to bring you some awesome DIY Home Decor projects that will motivate you to repurpose that bench or give your house the update you’ve been looking for.  In this list you’ll find stylish looks including farmhouse, fringe, rustic and natural.  We’ve also lined up some great thrift store turned designer and old to new looks.  So, let’s get started on our Top DIY Home Decor Projects – Trending and Repurposing edition!

Top DIY Home Decor Projects – Trending and Repurposing

Photo Credit: We Three Shanes

This is one of my favourite projects.  Do you need more kitchen space when prepping your food?  Want to cover up your stove top but not sure how?  Check out this tutorial by  We Three Shanes – DIY Noodle Board  

Photo Credit: My Thrifty House

Here’s an awesome way to update your old knife block.  The best part about this one is the added phone holder, how many times have you been trying to hold your phone while following a recipe?  My Thrifty House shows us how to update an old knife block and repurpose it as a handy phone holder.  My Thrifty House – DIY Painted Knife Block with Phone Holder.  

Photo Credit: FrugElegance

This ottoman definitely has wow-factor!  I’m shocked that it used to be a coffee table.  There are so many coffee tables available online now for next to nothing, with this tutorial you could easily have that designer look!  You need to check it out.  FrugElegance – Old Table Turned Into New Ottoman  

Don’t have time to read right now?  PIN us for later!

Photo Credit: Home Crafts by Ali

This easy DIY project is the perfect way to add a personal touch to any room.  Pick your own colours and patterns and watch it come to life.  A great project to do with the kids, they will love to pick their fabric and colours!  Home Crafts By Ali – Easy DIY Fabric Strip Chandelier   

Photo Credit: Our Crafty Mom

A farmhouse style decor piece that’s sure to catch everyones eye.  This piece is perfect for a kitchen or bathroom.  See how to make this delightful succulent planter comes to life! Our Crafty Mom – Galvanized Bucket Hanging Succulent Planter   

Photo Credit: And Then Home

Fringe, one of the biggest trends of 2018, it’s continuing into 2019. It used to be reserved for blankets and rugs, but not anymore. See how to bring this hot trend into your home! And Then Home – Stylish Fringed Mirror 

Photo Credit: The Inspiration Vault

Do you have a circut machine?  If you do your in luck, here’s a super cute wooden sign inspired by the movie “Rudy”.  If you don’t have a circut machine, don’t worry, just use paint instead!  The Inspiration Vault – Make a Wood Sign Using Circut Stencil Vinyl    

There’s still more trending and repurposing projects!  Keep reading!

Photo Credit: My Design Rules

Have you ever considered painting your kitchen cabinets instead of refacing or replacing?  Here’s a tutorial to try out BEFORE you tackle your kitchen.  Practice makes perfect and this repurposed cabinet is just that!  My Design Rules – Fear Painting Your Kitchen Cabinets? Get it Right the First Time.  

Photo Credit: Shoppe No. 5

Give your old candle holders a fresh farmhouse look, whether they’re wood or ceramic this tutorial shows you how.  Perfect for a bath ledge or mantel these candle holders are a great addition to any farmhouse style decor.  Shoppe No.5 – How to Give Mismatched Candleholders a Farmhouse Look    

Photo Credit: Hippie and Sparky

Do you have any old mirrors that need new life and new colour?  Not sure how to proceed when the mirror is stuck to the frame?  Don’t worry, Hippie and Sparky will show you just what to do and how to give your mirror a facelift.  Hippie and Sparky – Bright & Cherry Thrift Store Mirror Makeover.    

Let’s not forget our outdoor space!  Here’s an excellent tutorial on just how to add some colour to your patio.  Champagne and Sugarplums – Colour Pop Felt Spring Flower Pillow   
Hope you liked our list!  What’s your favourite trending look?  Let us know in the comments below.

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]]> 5 Ways to Welcome Spring into Your Home https://www.andthenhome.com/ways-to-spring/ Fri, 23 Mar 2018 20:51:09 +0000 https://www.andthenhome.com/?p=3036 The snow is melting, the sun is staying out longer, the birds are coming home… Spring is finally here. It may feel like forever sine the last time you saw anything but white roads and lawns but the gravel trucks are emerging and the grass is peaking through. Who else is excited to open the windows for the first time and let the fresh air flow through the house? Spring is all about freshness and new beginnings so we’ve put together a list of 5 Ways to Welcome Spring into Your Home, to get a head start on chasing away the winter blues. Spring Cleaning This is one chore that no one looking forward to but it is a necessary evil. Open the windows on the next warm day and dig in. Consider really getting into the nitty gritty –  scrub the walls and baseboards, move the beds and couches, wash the windows to let the sun in, switch out the furnace filters and soak all the faucets with vinegar to clear away the buildup. Try breaking the tasks up into a couple days work to lighten the load. 2. Go Green The garden will have to be tended but first, let’s start indoors. Bring some green inside to liven things up. Real or silk plants are both great options (especially if your like me and don’t have the slightest green thumb). Try a terrarium for a modern take, ferns always look great, or fresh cut or potted flowers for colour. There’s Still More Ways to Welcome Spring into Your Home 3. Outdoor Decor I don’t know whats on your porch looks like right now but mine has some almost dead, very wilty evergreen branches and a winter wreath that winter storms really didn’t take care of. Renewing this area of your house brightens up the thing. New arrangements with spring flowers will really freshen your entryway. Don’t forget the front door – try Christine’s Chevron Door Hanger for a personal, fun addition to your decor. 4. Switch up Your Bedding  Winter is ruled by dark shades and comfy, thick blankets to keep out the cold. Now it’s getting warmer, store all those dark sheets and welcome the new season with lighter, brighter shades of bedding. Try swapping out pillows for light colors and floral prints.  5. Delight your Sense of Smell Spring is a season associated with the aroma of nature. Let your home too, reflect the same.  Just get some citrus, rose, lavender or any other floral scented candles or essential oils to ensure that your home always welcomes others with warm, breezy aromas of the spring. We hope you liked this list of ways to welcome spring into your home!  If you’re looking for more spring projects certainly check out our Spring Forward Umbrella Art.

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]]> The snow is melting, the sun is staying out longer, the birds are coming home… Spring is finally here. It may feel like forever sine the last time you saw anything but white roads and lawns but the gravel trucks are emerging and the grass is peaking through. Who else is excited to open the windows for the first time and let the fresh air flow through the house? Spring is all about freshness and new beginnings so we’ve put together a list of 5 Ways to Welcome Spring into Your Home, to get a head start on chasing away the winter blues.

  1. Spring Cleaning

This is one chore that no one looking forward to but it is a necessary evil. Open the windows on the next warm day and dig in. Consider really getting into the nitty gritty –  scrub the walls and baseboards, move the beds and couches, wash the windows to let the sun in, switch out the furnace filters and soak all the faucets with vinegar to clear away the buildup. Try breaking the tasks up into a couple days work to lighten the load.

2. Go Green

The garden will have to be tended but first, let’s start indoors. Bring some green inside to liven things up. Real or silk plants are both great options (especially if your like me and don’t have the slightest green thumb). Try a terrarium for a modern take, ferns always look great, or fresh cut or potted flowers for colour.

how to paint a chevron - spring door hanger

There’s Still More Ways to Welcome Spring into Your Home

3. Outdoor Decor

I don’t know whats on your porch looks like right now but mine has some almost dead, very wilty evergreen branches and a winter wreath that winter storms really didn’t take care of. Renewing this area of your house brightens up the thing. New arrangements with spring flowers will really freshen your entryway. Don’t forget the front door – try Christine’s Chevron Door Hanger for a personal, fun addition to your decor.

4. Switch up Your Bedding 

Winter is ruled by dark shades and comfy, thick blankets to keep out the cold. Now it’s getting warmer, store all those dark sheets and welcome the new season with lighter, brighter shades of bedding. Try swapping out pillows for light colors and floral prints. 

5. Delight your Sense of Smell

Spring is a season associated with the aroma of nature. Let your home too, reflect the same.  Just get some citrus, rose, lavender or any other floral scented candles or essential oils to ensure that your home always welcomes others with warm, breezy aromas of the spring.

We hope you liked this list of ways to welcome spring into your home!  If you’re looking for more spring projects certainly check out our Spring Forward Umbrella Art.

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]]> How to Paint a Chevron – Spring Door Hanger https://www.andthenhome.com/paint-chevron-spring-door-hanger/ Fri, 12 May 2017 11:30:33 +0000 https://www.andthenhome.com/?p=1357 I have an obsession with outdoor door hangers, I’ll admit it.  I find it’s a very simple and clean way to decorate your home.  And since spring is here and the sun is finally shining I feel the need to add to my collection.  I love this chevron letter door hanger and I hope you do too.  Read on to find out How to Paint a Chevron a Spring Door Hanger, do it yourself!!   I have always wanted to use a chevron pattern in my decor and this was the perfect opportunity.  Although painting the chevron was a little challenging, the end result was beautiful.  There is something satisfying about pulling the tape off the product and seeing the crisp lines of the chevron coming together.       The other thing I love about this project was using bright spring colours against the dark stained wood.  Teal is one of my favourite colours so it wasn’t difficult for me to choose it.  The white stamps are beautifully contrasted with the dark wood and the flower accents help represent spring tying the letter “S” in nicely. I chose the letter “S” because it is a monogram of my last name and conveniently works for the word Spring but you can pick any letter you’d like.  With that said, let’s take a look at the step by step. How to Paint a Chevron a Spring Door Hanger What you’ll need: wood plank hanger a large wooden letter embellishments (paper flowers used here) spray paint large piece of crafting paper black marker glue masking tape pencil ruler flower stencil (optional) white paint (if stencil is used) Step 1. The first step is to set up the chevron grid.  Completing the chevron will be the most tedious part of the project.  Begin the grid by measuring and marking a rectangle that is slightly larger then your letter.  Next is to create a grid within the rectangle, measure and mark even squares throughout the whole box.  My squares are 2″ by 2″, which created a nice chevron.  Step 2.  Once the grid has been drawn you need to create the chevron pattern.  Do this by drawing a diagonal line from the top left corner to the bottom right hand corner of one 2 ” x 2″ square.  In the next square draw a line from the bottom left corner to the top right.  Repeat this method until all the squares have a diagonal line. Step 3.  Place your letter in the grid, using a ruler and a pencil recreate the grid and diagonal lines onto the letter.  Don’t press too hard on with your pencil as you will need to erase these lines later. Step 4.  Add the tape to your letter.  Place the tape in a diagonal pattern, using your grid as a guideline.  Be sure the tape is straight and secure.  Use a sharp utility knife to make crisp lines and points where needed.  You should begin to see your chevron pattern.   Step 5. Once the tape has been placed you can spray paint the letter.  Two coats may be needed, allow the letter to dry completely between each coat and once fully painted. Step 6.  When the paint has dried, you can pull the tape off carefully to reveal your pattern. Ta-Da!!  The chevron is complete!  Use your eraser to remove any visual pencil marks. Step 7.  Glue your letter to the wood plank (if you aren’t sure which one to use, check out our handy Glue Guide).  Set aside until completely dry. Step 8.  Time for the embellishments!  Glue your flowers, glitter, rhinestones or bows onto your letter.  I used a stencil with white paint on the corners of my wood plank to give it more character. This project is beautiful once finished.   You can see it from the road and I have had a lot of great comments about it.  The chevron is stunning on the letter and worth all the hard work.  If you have a creative eye you can always ‘eyeball’ the design and go straight to the tape, but if you want to be sure it’s straight, do it the long way!

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]]> I have an obsession with outdoor door hangers, I’ll admit it.  I find it’s a very simple and clean way to decorate your home.  And since spring is here and the sun is finally shining I feel the need to add to my collection.  I love this chevron letter door hanger and I hope you do too.  Read on to find out How to Paint a Chevron a Spring Door Hanger, do it yourself!!
 how to paint a chevron - spring door hanger
I have always wanted to use a chevron pattern in my decor and this was the perfect opportunity.  Although painting the chevron was a little challenging, the end result was beautiful.  There is something satisfying about pulling the tape off the product and seeing the crisp lines of the chevron coming together.  
 
 how to paint a chevron - spring door hanger

The other thing I love about this project was using bright spring colours against the dark stained wood.  Teal is one of my favourite colours so it wasn’t difficult for me to choose it.  The white stamps are beautifully contrasted with the dark wood and the flower accents help represent spring tying the letter “S” in nicely. I chose the letter “S” because it is a monogram of my last name and conveniently works for the word Spring but you can pick any letter you’d like.  With that said, let’s take a look at the step by step.

How to Paint a Chevron a Spring Door Hanger

how to paint a chevron - spring door hanger
What you’ll need:
  • wood plank hanger
  • a large wooden letter
  • embellishments (paper flowers used here)
  • spray paint
  • large piece of crafting paper
  • black marker
  • glue
  • masking tape
  • pencil
  • ruler
  • flower stencil (optional)
  • white paint (if stencil is used)
Step 1.
The first step is to set up the chevron grid.  Completing the chevron will be the most tedious part of the project.  Begin the grid by measuring and marking a rectangle that is slightly larger then your letter.  Next is to create a grid within the rectangle, measure and mark even squares throughout the whole box.  My squares are 2″ by 2″, which created a nice chevron. 
how to paint a chevron - spring door hangerhow to paint a chevron - spring door hanger
Step 2. 
Once the grid has been drawn you need to create the chevron pattern.  Do this by drawing a diagonal line from the top left corner to the bottom right hand corner of one 2 ” x 2″ square.  In the next square draw a line from the bottom left corner to the top right.  Repeat this method until all the squares have a diagonal line.
how to paint a chevron - spring door hanger
how to paint a chevron - spring door hanger
Step 3. 
Place your letter in the grid, using a ruler and a pencil recreate the grid and diagonal lines onto the letter.  Don’t press too hard on with your pencil as you will need to erase these lines later.
how to paint a chevron - spring door hanger
Step 4. 
Add the tape to your letter.  Place the tape in a diagonal pattern, using your grid as a guideline.  Be sure the tape is straight and secure.  Use a sharp utility knife to make crisp lines and points where needed.  You should begin to see your chevron pattern.
how to paint a chevron - spring door hanger
 
Step 5.
Once the tape has been placed you can spray paint the letter.  Two coats may be needed, allow the letter to dry completely between each coat and once fully painted.
how to paint a chevron - spring door hanger
Step 6. 
When the paint has dried, you can pull the tape off carefully to reveal your pattern. Ta-Da!!  The chevron is complete!  Use your eraser to remove any visual pencil marks.
how to paint a chevron - spring door hanger
Step 7. 
Glue your letter to the wood plank (if you aren’t sure which one to use, check out our handy Glue Guide).  Set aside until completely dry.
how to paint a chevron - spring door hanger
Step 8. 
Time for the embellishments!  Glue your flowers, glitter, rhinestones or bows onto your letter.  I used a stencil with white paint on the corners of my wood plank to give it more character.
how to paint a chevron - spring door hanger
how to paint a chevron - spring door hanger

This project is beautiful once finished.  

how to paint a chevron - spring door hanger

You can see it from the road and I have had a lot of great comments about it.  The chevron is stunning on the letter and worth all the hard work.  If you have a creative eye you can always ‘eyeball’ the design and go straight to the tape, but if you want to be sure it’s straight, do it the long way!

how to paint a chevron - spring door hanger

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]]> Reusable Chalkboard Clay Pots for Herbs and Spring Bulbs https://www.andthenhome.com/chalkboard-clay-pots/ Mon, 24 Apr 2017 11:00:07 +0000 https://www.andthenhome.com/?p=1224   Spring is finally here and after a long, cold winter it’ll feel good to get our hands dirty and play with some soil.  Here’s a super cute Mimeo that’ll help us do just that. These Chalkboard Clay Pots are perfect for herbs or getting an early start on your spring bulbs. It’s great because you can label the pots with erasable chalk so you won’t forget what was planted.  All you need is chalkboard paint and clay pots. The chalk finish means you can use these pots over and over again for any season or reason.  

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Spring is finally here and after a long, cold winter it’ll feel good to get our hands dirty and play with some soil.  Here’s a super cute Mimeo that’ll help us do just that. These Chalkboard Clay Pots are perfect for herbs or getting an early start on your spring bulbs. It’s great because you can label the pots with erasable chalk so you won’t forget what was planted.  All you need is chalkboard paint and clay pots. The chalk finish means you can use these pots over and over again for any season or reason.

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