If you are here for the first time Welcome! My name is Jeanie. I am a recent empty-nester who also recently retired early so I’ve got lots of time on my hands to do what I love most: do it yourself projects (diys), crafts, room makeovers and home decorating projects. I just love to make things – pretty things! This is… View Post
Sewing with Craftsy
I’ve been wanting to tell you about an online sewing class that I took earlier this year. I know the basics of sewing but I wanted to broaden my sewing horizons and these cute little Sweet Pea Pods caught my eye! Aren’t they adorable! These little cuties are one project of the three project class that is called Zippered Bags… View Post
How to Make a Simple Baby Shower Banner
A friend of mine asked if I would make a baby shower banner for an upcoming baby shower that she is hosting for her first grandchild. Of course I said yes. I know how easy paper banners are to make and she had no idea of where to even start. So if you find yourself in a similar situation and… View Post
Little Round Stool
I’ve been wanting to make a little round stool for the longest time but wasn’t sure how. I made a cute little yellow round stool for today’s Power Tool Challenge. But it’s not exactly what I wanted. It’s close. Let me explain. Picture a little, round stool used for milking a cow back in the day. Not that I ever… View Post
How to Build Window Seats with Storage
You may or may not have noticed back in April that I dropped the ball on the renovation of my master bedroom. I got sidelined with an unexpected medical issue that required emergency surgery. I’m fine now but I was laid up for several weeks and couldn’t finish the One Room Challenge in April. ? My bedroom has been in… View Post