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Christmas Traditions

Posted on December 21, 2009 by carrie

The last week of Dare to DIY. {tear} Monday, Dec. 21: Dare to… have traditions! Everyone has traditions for the Holidays. Tell us all about your favorites or start a new tradition to share. Christmastime brings with it a lot … Continue reading →

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The Christmas Card that Could’ve Been

Posted on December 18, 2009 by carrie

Since our Christmas Cards went out Wednesday, I thought it’d be fun to share what they almost looked like. Early on, we decided to go with a postcard. Last year we did a folded card, this year a postcard, who … Continue reading →

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Dear Santa

Posted on December 17, 2009 by carrie

Brick City Love’s Christmas Wish List   Container Store gift cards The Container Store is currently running a “Buy $100 in gift cards, Get a $25 one for yourself” promotion. We plan to use their free-standing Elfa system for our walk-in … Continue reading →

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It’s a Wonderful Wreath

Posted on December 16, 2009 by carrie

Sunday was spent Christmas-fying our home. We don’t go all out; the thought of having to put everything away before Valentines Day keeps my decorating desires in check. Or maybe it’s because we’re in the middle of a stalled renovation. … Continue reading →

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Deck My Hall

Posted on December 14, 2009 by carrie

It’s Monday and, for the past 4 weeks, that means it’s Dare to DIY Day. This Monday is no different. Week 5: Dare to… deck the halls! Make something new to deck your halls. Did you find something in a catalog … Continue reading →

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How To: Make Super Towel

Posted on December 11, 2009 by carrie

I’m back with my Super Towel Tutorial. I made 7 ~ one for each of my cousins ~ 7 tea towels {I think mine were about 16×24″} 1/2 yard of 54″ wide fabric {washed & pre-shrunk} 6.5 yards 1.5″ wide grosgrain ribbon … Continue reading →

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Hey Goldilocks! What’s JUST right??

Posted on December 10, 2009 by carrie

After replacing our thermocouple, we had heat for the first time all season. That meant it was time to program the thermostat! But what would be good temperatures to set it at? Our previous apartment didn’t have a thermostat with … Continue reading →

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The Curious Case of Naked Buttons

Posted on December 9, 2009 by carrie

My headboard project started back in September and I’m a little embarassed to say it hasn’t progressed much since. Although, the vision has waivered much since I shared my inspiration and I’ve worked on it a little bit here & … Continue reading →

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Escape from Hoth

Posted on December 8, 2009 by carrie

{Escape from where?} Last night our thermostat looked like this. That would read 52 degrees. Indoors. It was chilly. Remember the thermocouple incident? While I managed to get it out just fine, putting back was a different story. Sure, it … Continue reading →

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Super Towel

Posted on December 7, 2009 by carrie

Kim’s challenge this week is Monday, Dec. 7: Dare to… give homemade gifts! Nothing is more special than a gift made by you. Try out something new to give this year – ideas include bath and body items, kitchen gifts, … Continue reading →

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