Create digitally designed fabrics at home like blogger Amy did here. You need a good printer, some fabric (duh) and loads of imagination.
Excerpt from post: “Designing my own graphics – To design myown graphics I started with a bunch of doodles I’d made in my sketch book almost a year ago! I scanned them into my computer, enlarged them and printed them out. I then, redrew them onto a sheet of printer paper using a light tr
Say no to plastic bags and make your own reusable bag for grocery shopping. Just follow the instructions at instructables and become a friend of the Planet!
Materials: - Two 17″ x 13″ Rectangle of Mesh Fabric, Netting, or Tulle - 30″ Length of String or Cording - Thread - (Optional) Toggle
Tools: - Scissors - Ruler or Measuring Tape - Straight Pins - Safety Pin - Sewing Machine
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The best way to save on trying to refurbish furniture made of linens is to do it yourself. Sounds hard? Not necessarily if you find the right classes that can teach you how. Most people today have lots of furniture such as couches, sofas and bed seams that can really be repaired with th
The Cheez-it Coasters made me instantly hungry but can you really blame me? I love how something so useful can be made from leftovers.
“Have you ever had one of those moments where you wondered.. “what can I do with this orange fabric and all these bits of leftover quilt batting”..? I have.”
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Upholstered headboards are quite in vogue and can be easily made at home. Real Simple has a great post on how to make a headboard and check it out here.
From Real Simple: Supplies # 1 standard 3/4-quarter-inch-thick sheet of plywood cut 44 inches high and to the width of your bed (39 inches for a twin; 54 for a double; 60 for a queen; 76 for a king) # 1 one-by-four cut into 2 pieces t
LA based designer Nolen Niu is the creative force behind the Lax Collection, which includes a sofa and an armchair. Comfortable, luxurious and stylish are some of the words that best describe the LAX collection. The fabric seating and wraparound shell are actually two separate parts.
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These beautiful Cushion Covers have been made from vintage European fabrics and can be ordered from Etsy. Measuring 50cm x 50cm (20″x20″), the covers come with a zip at the bottom.
The Modern Designer Pillows from Ouno Design are fun, funky and functional. The vibrant designs and the eclectic mix of colors make the pillows stand apart from the rest of the clique. All pillows are made from vintage or salvaged textiles, or occasionally from new organic, sustainably produced fabrics (organic cotton or bamboo).
The Cleo Daybed can be purchased from Plush Pod for just $2,900.00 (I jest). The daybed is an amalgamation of the old and the new and is ideal for those who have space restraints.
Materials: hardwood frame, highest quality foam and fill, down fill available, steel or wood legs
Options/Finishes: Various configurations – various fabrics – various legs
