I worked as a picture framer at a craft store the year after I graduated. It was exciting, hands-on work, and if it weren't for the corporate environment and poor hours, I may have kept it up a bit longer. This post was a long time coming. It's my reply to the hundreds of Pinterest … Continue reading DIY: frame art at home
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tutorial: digital photo film effect
Have you noticed that black and white film, especially older film, has a slight green tinge that distinguishes it from black and white digital photography? I prefer the softness film provides to the harsh gray scale of desaturating a digital image in photo processing software. Since I use PicMonkey for most of my photo editing, … Continue reading tutorial: digital photo film effect
diy: velvet skirt
It took me almost 5 hours to complete this relatively simple elastic waist skirt, mostly because I'm horrible at sewing; I'm impatient and make a lot of mistakes as a result. But it's finished! And I think I'll actually wear it. When I saw this fabric at Jo-Ann Fabrics, I recalled American Apparel's version. Although … Continue reading diy: velvet skirt
diy: studded pullover
I bought a plain pullover on clearance originally intending to embellish it like this one. But when I got to the craft store, the only iron-on animal applique that caught my eye was the same one used in the tutorial and I really didn't want a shiny fox. I wanted something cool, like a deer … Continue reading diy: studded pullover
spiced chocolate cafe au lait
A simple way to (literally) spice up your morning coffee. If I had a milk steamer, this whole process would be legit, but since I don't have one (yet), I have to get creative to make foamy, steamy drinks at home. I also don't own an espresso machine. Becoming a barista has shown me the … Continue reading spiced chocolate cafe au lait
home tour: The Dining Room
I finally finished the dining room decor and layout this afternoon. We had makeshift curtains up for the past month and a half, but they weren't working for me. I lightened a queen-sized tapestry we already owned, then cut it into curtains. I was hesitant to go with the yellow-beige tone in the main room, … Continue reading home tour: The Dining Room
to do (updated):
(image source) I have a lot of decorating ideas and very little motivation at the moment. I thought that making a (public) list of my aspirations would help me get started. Bedroom: Make 2 16x20 photo transfers on canvas. Stretch bird fabric on 16x20 canvas. Make 3-4 pillow cases from butterfly and chevron fabrics. Paint … Continue reading to do (updated):
Leah Wise 