Why is it that May always feels like a steamroller? Wow…just flies by! You guys have been crazy busy and continue to just amaze us with your talent! Here are some of our favorites this week… What mom would not want this beautiful potting table as a gift? 2Crazy4MySkirt made this one and shows you how to as well! These custom luggage tags by My
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We Are Guest Posting Today….
We are so excited to be guest posting on Nap Time Crafters today while Amy is spending time with her precious new little one! Come visit us over there! Trish and Bonnie
Stenciled Summer Drink Pitcher
Here in the South, we spend lots of time outdoors in the spring and summer, and nothing is more refreshing than an ice cold glass of sweet tea or lemonade! When Trish and I were invited to participate in the Martha Stewart Mother’s Day campaign, part of out project humbly accepted a position towards the back…our little glass, stenciled drink pitcher… Now, it would have
Half a Dozen Burlap Ideas for Summer…
Ah yes…SUMMER!! It is knocking on our door and with that, I thought I would show you a few ideas on how burlap can go on into summer and throughout the year! Burlap is so versatile, and is one of those fabrics that can be incorporated into each season and every holiday! So here are my burlap ideas for summer! First up is this adorable red burlap
Fabric Wrap Bracelet
Trish and I are thrilled to have Hilani from, Handmade by Hilani, here today at Uncommon Designs! You’re gonna love the fun sewing project she has for you. This Fabric Wrap Bracelet is adorable and a great gift idea. Take it away Hilani… Hi Uncommon Designs fans, thanks for having me! I’m Hilani, from over at Handmade by Hilani. I love to sew, and when free time of
Operation Smile…Changing Lives Forever
Nothing warms my heart more than to see the smile on a child’s face! But, did you know that every 3 minutes a child is born with a cleft lip or cleft palate? This can leave them unable to speak, eat, and smile. These children are often rejected and shunned. And often, their families can not afford the medical treatment necessary for these children to live a full life. That’s
Burlap Covered Vase Tutorial { A Quick and Easy Gift Idea }
Does anyone get a little overwhelmed this time of year? Between Teacher Appreciation Week, Mother’s Day, sports try-outs, end of the year programs and everything else…. I can get a little frazzled! Today I am going to share with you how to make this beautiful burlap covered vase. It is quick, super-easy, and a very inexpensive gift idea! Just perfect for the insanely busy time of year!
Uncommonly Yours…{ Link Party 26 }
Happy May everyone! Yes, go check your calendars, it really is May! Somewhere along the way, we lost April! Anyway, welcome back to another Uncommonly Yours link party! We are excited to have you join us! Here are some incredible features from last week’s party… Eclectically Vintage has the most incredible vestibule makeover! Go see!! I love the combination of this wreath by Creatively Living!
All Wrapped Up: April Edition
April…. sweet, sweet April… where did you go? This past month may have hit the record books for me as being the fastest month in history! I had visions of spring cleaning, updating outdoor spaces, and getting my life organized. Alas, I did not get any of those lofty goals accomplished, but Bonnie and I have been busy with one fun craft project after another! Here
Appliances Online Giveaway Winner…
Thank you to each of you who linked up and entered our $50.00 Amazon gift card giveaway sponsored by Appliances Online and their Bosch Washing Machines ! The winner, as determined by Random.org, is entry… #8 Dori @ The Red Feedsack “Thanks for your fabulous link party and for your give-away, which I’ve entered! (Link #8) Dori Congrats to Dori! We will be contacting you by




