May 22nd, 2013 § 7 comments § permalink
I think we can all agree on our mutual obsession with distressed wood these days. Unfortunately, buying reclaimed wood has about as much competition as the last cupcake at at a kid’s party (or mine..), and the dollar signs to go with it. So, I made my own DIY version, and you almost can’t tell the difference!
Simple to make with just a few supplies, you can find my full tutorial on DIY distressed wooden shelves, here, on the Ikea blog.
May 17th, 2013 § 4 comments § permalink
It’s been kind of a whirlwind week! Tuesday morning I filmed a few DIY’s with the Live Well Network at Native Citizen in Houston. Let me just say that I apparently need to memorize everything I say word for word, because off the cuff smoothness I cannot do. It’s a shame DIY’s can’t be explained through sarcastic jokes, because I’m great at those.
Now I’m in Dallas with Smilebooth training to be a tornado fighter… not really, but checking into a hotel and having to be warned to hide in the bathroom if I hear tornado sirens is totally not cool, especially for a girl from West Virginia. Needless to say, getting to my computer to blog wasn’t my top priority.
While I’m away getting my Twister on, I thought I’d share a few photos from the filming on Tuesday and to make you want all of the vintage goodness in Native Citizen as much as I do. If you’re local, definitely check it out!
Surprisingly, there was a little paper mache action going on too!
May 14th, 2013 § 2 comments § permalink
I’m quickly learning that I can’t always keep up with everything myself, so I’m trying to let go of the reigns a little bit and ask for help. This is where you come in!
If you’d like to contribute to Sugar & Cloth with DIY’s or unique columns, I’d love to hear from you! I’m also looking for someone in the Houston area that would be willing to work on a per project/as needed basis to help with DIY projects and in-store events (there’s also never any shortage of cupcakes!).
If you’re interested, please email me at ashley[at]sugarandcloth.com with the subject line “Contribute” and a link to your portfolio, website, Instagram, or any relevant material that showcases your work and ideas. Can’t wait to meet you!
photo source, design by Sugar & Cloth
May 9th, 2013 § 11 comments § permalink
As much as I DIY, I don’t exactly have the time to make things from scratch all for every occasion, room, or gift. So, I’m introducing you to my little secret of custom, but not always handmade things, like this Mother’s Day gift set for the baker.
Making a gift set like this is still one of a kind just like a DIY version, but doesn’t require all of the time.
What baker wouldn’t love this much colorful goodness in one box?!
May 7th, 2013 § 5 comments § permalink
Looking for a unique twist on traditional flowers for Mother’s Day this year? Check out my giant paper flower bouquet DIY in the Langford Market lookbook for Spring!
Picka a few of Mom’s favorite colors, and surprise her with a bouquet that will definitely make a statement… three feet tall worth of statements to be exact.
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