Welcome to DIY Day on ASPTL, a weekly party (at least for the summer) where we can share our newest DIY projects. I'm really flexible about what constitutes a DIY project.
A furniture makeover, an outdoor project, an indoor project, some new artwork...heck, even a great recipe could qualify as DIY, right? Basically, any project that you've been working on. I want to see it! And so do my readers. We love projects!!!
Before we get to linkin', you may have missed my excitement over SUPER CHEAP FABRIC, since I posted at 9:30pm on Wednesday. If you want to know how to get gorgeous Dupioni Silk Fabric for as low as $4.12/yard, click here. This fabric is perfect for window mistreatments and tons of other uses.
Now back to DIY Day! If you have something to share, then just add your link below. (BTW - I'm totally crushing on the new-guy-in-town, MckLinky!) Just be sure to:
- Add a permalink to your specific post, not the main page of your blog.
- Include a short description of your DIY project in parenthasis after the name of your blog. For example, The Orange Nest (knitting beach towels).
- Link to this party from your post so everyone can get in on the fun.
- Visit, visit, visit and comment, comment, comment!
- Double-check to make sure your link works and goes to the right page so it doesn’t get deleted! If you come back and see your link is gone, re-read these rules and try again. No worries!
(Thanks to Julia from Hooked on Houses for letting me snag her guidelines.)
Now let's see those projects!!!
We're ready to go again! If you're link was entered into MckLinky originally or my comments section after the crash, it's been transferred over to Mr. Linky and should be here now. If you don't see your link, enter it!
In the meantime, you can read my post from 9:30pm last night...Cheap Fabric Alert! You can get beautiful Dupioni Silk Fabric for as low as $4.12/yard! YOWZA!
67 comments {Click here to leave a comment}:
Thanks so much for hosting this event! You RoCk!
I just re-read the rules & had forgotten to include my name with my link...I was just so super excited to post mine.
"Poppyseeds" by Jen is #27 Custom Kids' Routine Charts:)
Well, I had to post something kinda old, 'cause I've been such a lame blogger lately!! Gees...that's one way to remind myself!
Oops! I didn't follow directions the first time! I'm #43 and then #44. You can delete #43. Sorry!
I've got to start wrapping up my projects earlier - ha! Can't wait to go check out the fabric sale - you are talking my language!
Off to check out all of the links..thanks for hosting!
Fun, I hope to get in on the next DIY day - today I'm off to finish sanding my new kitchen floor, then stain and poly it! With my three small children. A bit overwhelmed right now, but next week it'll be beautiful!
This is a great one, I can't wait to see everyone's projects.
Kimba! I'm a doofus and already messed up my permalink! I put my blog address by accident. I got thrown off by the new link system. So sorry. Can you fix it? It should be http://citymommacountrymomma.blogspot.com/2009/07/sprucing-up-bathroom-cabinet-easy-and.html I tried to go back and it won't let me! Thanks for hosting this, I can't wait to see other's projects!
Shoot! Here's my link:
http://aninchofgray.blogspot.com/2009/07/do-it-yourself-party-black-side-tables.html
I just went to link it up and couldn't find the place to do it. All 62 previous links disappeared, too. Off to work now... hope I can still be part of it. :) Anna
Thanks for hosting, Miss Kimba! :) I noticed that the links went on a little break...so here's mine, just in case:
Really Easy Ribbon Project:
http://serenitynow4amanda.blogspot.com/2009/07/thrifty-thursday-its-chic-to-be-cheap_08.html
It looks like MckLinky is on a bit of a break. You can add your links to the comments and I'll put them in as soon as he's back.
Kimba
heidi@wonderwomanwannabe
(photo albums aren't just for photos)
http://1wonderwomanwannabe.blogspot.com/2009/05/photo-albums-arent-just-for-photos.html
will be adding even more personal pics to this post today ;)
What fun!!! - hope Mr. Linky is ready to come back a play soon!!
Here's mine
Camera Strap cover Tutorial
http://tidymomof2.blogspot.com/2009/05/camera-strap-cover-tutorial.html
~TidyMom
Well I linked up last night and was going to start my browsing today, but I see McLinky is on the fritz.
He disappeared from your DIY post, but then I found it in your DIY announcement post and linked again there. Then the whole thing disappeared again.
Oh well!
Here's my info:
Sugar Mommy (DIY plate-scape)
http://soapoperasandbonbons.blogspot.com/2009/07/my-living-room-wall.html
Super~Cute Arm Sling
http://morethanwedeserve.blogspot.com/2009/07/diy-linky-party.html
Thanks!!
Jen
Today I posted the "before & after" of our kitchen re-do.
http://typicaldaytoday.blogspot.com/2009/07/before-after-day-two.html
What a difference paint makes!
I love parties like this!
DIY Counter Top Canisters
http://homewhimsies.blogspot.com/2009/07/diy-counter-top-canisters.html
Now off to look at the other projects!
~Meg @ Home Whimsies
I linked! Finally got my PB knockoff candlesticks done. Thanks for your help with them! :)
Hi Kimba,
Thanks for hosting. Don't know whether you wanted everyone to repost their links or just the people who hadn't posted yet when Mr. Linky went AWOL. Mine was #8 DIY Hammock Pillow Tutorial.
http://theredchairblog.blogspot.com/2009/07/diy-hammock-pillow-tutorial.html
Thanks!
Amy
Was hoping this Linky would be better than the other one, although he's been working great for me the past month in my weekly parties.
I'll come back later & add mine!
Where did MR. Mcklinky go?? Those men!... here's my link..
http://sanctuaryart.blogspot.com/2009/07/illuminated-music.html
What a fun idea! Missed out on it today, but I'm definitely going to check out the projects and hopefully participate next week.
Not sure if Mr. Linky worked for me or not. I posted my link and it disappeared so here it is in case. My headboard makeover:
http://delightfuldwelling.wordpress.com/2009/07/08/weekend-projects-part-1/
Kimba, thanks for hosting - I'm looking forward to seeing everyone's projects - hope Mr. Linky gets it together!
Manuela
Hi Kimba. This is my 1st time joining your party. Just found your blog yesterday. What a great blog. I don't see the link. ???
Hey Kimba! Here is one that I think you'll appreciate. You helped inspire it afterall! My husband loves you (sarcastic laughing here)...
Board and Batten Wall
http://brownfamilyfour.blogspot.com/2009/07/living-room.html
here is my link if you can add it from your end. Thanks!
http://oliverue.blogspot.com/2009/07/do-it-yourself-day.html
OK, here's my post link:
http://southernhospitality-rhoda.blogspot.com/2009/07/sticks-and-feathers.html
titled Sticks & Feathers
I love this stuff!!!
http://mommyofms.blogspot.com/2009/07/where-to-hang.html
Is it weird that I dreamed I met you the other night? I hope not, cuz that might mean I'm blogging too much!
Here's my link: http://thebeverlybuzz.blogspot.com/2009/07/desk-chair.html
Hey, so glad to get in on the DIY fun!! Here's my link to a great DIY gift for a newly engaged friend, new baby, etc - it's so cheap and easy and very cute!
http://itsgreattobehome.net/2009/05/27/make-a-cute-and-affordable-engagement-gif/
Hope you guys like it!
Well, I'm moving so there aren't a lot of projects being done at my house, but here is my latest:
Make an inspiration board out of string and nails...
http://songbirdtiff.blogspot.com/2009/06/make-inspiration-board-from-string-and.html
This is so much fun! I can't wait to see all of the projects. I made a new "Just Beachy" tablescape. Here is my link: http://kristi-kikiscorner.blogspot.com/2009/07/just-beachy.html
Please add me!
TheOldPostRoad (tomatoes)
http://theoldpostroadblog.blogspot.com/2009/07/tomatoes-and-recipes.html
thank you!
Please add my link when you get a chance:
the Butler's wife (family name sign)
http://knittyinthesouth.blogspot.com/2009/07/diy-day.html
Thanks Kimba! I love your DIYs, and partying over them is lots of fun.
Hi! I'm Monica from Monica Wants It, and I have just finished my office/craft room makeover:
http://monicawantsit.blogspot.com/2009/07/before-after-office-tour.html
Hi, Here is my link if you can add it... http://gracefullychic.blogspot.com/2009/07/beauty-beast-i-get-excited-just-typing.html
I am really excited about that $10 find!
Amber Dusick (bedroom lamp before & after)
http://www.amberdusick.com/woodmouse_loves_crafts/2009/07/bedroom-lamp-before-after-makeover.html
Here is my DIY project
Happy Hectic Homemaker (Batten & Board hallway)
http://happyhectichome.blogspot.com/2009/07/remodeling-progress.html
Thanks for hosting.
I love looking at everyone's creations!
Here is my link for my goodwill chair makeover:
http://cjcjordan.blogspot.com/2009/06/this-old-thing.html
Here is my link:
"Simple Seashell Shadowboxes"
http://itsthelittlethingsthatmakeahouseahome.blogspot.com/2009/07/simple-seashell-shadowboxes.html
Thanks so much for hosting this! I love seeing everyone's creativity!
~Karla @ It's The Little Things...
Hi - Love the party! I'm linking up but Mr. Linky is on his break right now. I have a Handmade Baby Gift (mirror) to link at Pilarina's Workshop! http://pilarinasboutique.blogspot.com/2009/07/handmade-baby-gift.html
I LOVE checking out all the other projects. Thanks, Kimba!
hi kimba love your blog, i don't comment often but i read it all the time here's one of my diy i have a few but here's one:
http://www.vanessachristenson.com/2009/03/before-and-after_24.html
here's another one:
http://www.vanessachristenson.com/2009/05/couple-of-small-before-and-afters.html
oh and here's my new dress i made for the little one!:
http://www.vanessachristenson.com/2009/06/orange-polka-dot-dress.html
i hope i did this right cause i didn't see any mr linky yet!
Oh that fickle Mr. Linky!
Thanks, Kimba,for hosting the party despite having to do all the extra work.
Here's my link: http://joysofhome.blogspot.com/2009/07/favorite-combination.html
Hey there - I was going to add my "new" painted countertops I did over the weekend. The link is:
http://oursuburbancottage.blogspot.com/2009/07/oops-i-did-it-again.html
Thanks!
Poppyseeds by Jennifer posted "DIY: Kids' Routine Charts"
http://jenniferpoppy.blogspot.com/2009/07/diy-kids-routine-charts.html
LINDSAY @ THAT'S SO CUEGLY!
I just started blogging! Come check out my "NO SEW TUTU" (I would absolUTELY love some followers...
http://cuegly.blogspot.com/2009/07/no-sew-tutus-i-cant-get-enough-of-this.html
We'd love to share our Burlap chic-ness! It's all right here:
http://niceandeasyantiques.blogspot.com/2009/07/burlap-chic-ness.html
Thank you!
http://ramblinggal1960.blogspot.com/2009/07/whats-for-dinner_09.html
Georgia Peach Frosting
Cloth Diaper Savings & Tutorials
http://kristensbloglife.blogspot.com/2009/07/cloth-diaper-savings-and-tutorials.html
Thanks for hosting this, Kimba. I think that my link took!
Mine disappeared too. I did a Dr. Seuss Nursery for my kids. http://pumpkinpiecrafts.blogspot.com/2009/07/finally-finished.html Kelsee
Kimba- I messed my first link up and didn't know how to change it so I just added myself again correctly.
Sorry, I am "new" to the mr. linky process...can you delete my first link that is void??? Its under Tonya..
So sorry! )-:
Did I already comment? I don't think I did, so thanks for hosting!!!!
I stalk you on a regular basis (just so you know.) :)
What a great idea!
I'm always so inspired by these projects. I like how many different ones show up. You do rock Kimba!
Hi Kimba--
Look what a great thing you started! It's so kind of you to host this event. You and Nester are the queens of blogs, I think. If you guys build it, they will come.
Good luck getting ready for your beach trip!
I'm late, I'm late! But I really wanted to participate so I've just linked my post. Thanks for the motivation to get my project done! Maybe I'll have something to show next week too.
I hope I'm not the last one here!
Hello Kimba - I'm a day late, but thought I'd tag along anyway and show you a project I'm working on in my school room. Thank you for hosting such a fun event!
Blessings,
Marie
http://emmacallsmemama.com
Thanks for hosting!
I know it's a couple of days late but I wanted in on the fun. You sure know how to throw a party!
Kimba,
Thanks for hosting. I finally got my post up around midnight last night. Thanks for letting us join in. Now to check out all the fun things everyone has done.
I hope to work on more home decor projects for a future posting.
Hope I'm doing this right!
http://nestinginspokane.blogspot.com/2009/08/we-had-talk-i-have-plan.html
Nesting
"Mend and make do"
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