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How to Build a Scalloped Planter Box Centerpiece

DIY scalloped planter box centerpiece - free plans Hertoolbelt

Today on the Rockstar DIY stage is Amy, with the tutorial to make this perfectly rustic Scalloped Planter Box Centerpiece.

Amy is the creative artist and builder behind Her Tool Belt! You may remember her amazing rustic chevron twin bed that crashed Pinterest (well, not really, but it should have.)

Well, the very talented Amy is in the wings right now and I just got word that she’s headed to the stage. So, without any further delay, here’s AMY!

Hi! I am Amy from Hertoolbelt and I’m so excited to be visiting with you today. A couple of years ago I dismantled an old barn at my parents farm, now I have a good supply of barn wood. I enjoy building projects with barn wood because of the unique weathered and rustic look of each piece. It works great for planter box centerpieces. I like to have a few planter boxes on hand for party decorations. I wanted to make this one have a more feminine feel, so I added scallops.

DIY scalloped planter box centerpiece - free plans Hertoolbelt

How to Build a Scalloped Planter Box Centerpiece

Materials

2 – 1″ x 6″ x 6′ boards (or barn wood), actual 3/4″ x 5 1/2″
1 1/2″ minimum length screws (I used 1 5/8″ deck screws)
wood glue
sand paper

You can modify these plans for whatever size of centerpiece you need. I designed the inside width to fit mason jars.

Cut List

2 – 3/4″ x 5″ x 35″
2 – 3/4″ x 5″ x 4 1/2″
1 – 3/4″ x 4 1/2″ x 33 1/2″

Step 1

Cut the boards out according to the cut list above. Download and print the pattern for the scallop. When printing make sure your print settings are on 100%, not fit to page. Cut out the pattern and trace it on the 2 – 35″ boards.

Use a band saw, jig saw or scroll saw to cut out the scallop design (I used a band saw). Sand the cut edges as necessary.

On the end pieces, if you want a curve, use a paint can to trace a curve. Cut out the curve and sand if needed.

Step 2 Read more

September 28, 2015/6 Comments/by Brittany Bailey

art, arts and craft, Crafts, decor, framing, Home Decor

Pottery Barn Blue Textile Knockoff Art

Wall Art Pottery Barn Knock Off

Today we have Roxanne taking over the Rockstar DIY stage! Roxanne is the knock off queen. She will be showing us how to create these beautiful knock off Pottery Barn Blue Textile prints for much less. If Roxanne sees something from a high end store, she has the super power to create a knock off for 1/10th the price or less! She recently knocked off a $695 Restoration Hardware capiz chandelier for only $52!

You can do the math, but I know that’s a real steal.

Roxanne, is the talented DIYer behind The Honeycomb Home blog. She can frequently be found turning her cookie cutter home into a beautiful home on a budget. Please welcome the dynamic Roxanne to the stage!

I was recently browsing my favorite website, Pottery Barn, and noticed this set of beautiful Framed Blue Textile Art. I loved the wooden frames and the blue fabrics, but not the price! They sell for $169 for one, or $334 for the pair! I realized this would be very easy to knock-off for a fraction of that price.

To re-create this look, I ordered fabric samples from Calico Corners. To make this work, you will need the larger sized samples. Average size samples are usually around 5.5″ squared. The larger versions at Calico are 27″ X 18″. I always prefer to order the larger size because its hard to get a good sense of how it will look in the room from the small size. Here is a picture of the small sample versus the large.

I found two beautiful wood frames at Michael’s, which are normally priced $29.99, I scored them on sale for $10 each, it was a steal! I bought them in size 16″ X 20″, which is a little smaller than the Pottery Barn frames. Read more

September 25, 2015/25 Comments/by Brittany Bailey

art, decor, Decorating, fabric, Sewing

Framed Wall Quilt

Today on the Rockstar DIY stage is Jaime, with the tutorial to make this drop dead gorgeous Framed Wall Quilt.

If you can sew a straight line I promise you can make this framed wall quilt. You all are familiar with Jaime from That’s My Letter, I’m sure! She’s one of the regular band members here on PrettyHandyGirl.com. I can honestly say that she is one of the most gifted and talented DIY rockstars I know. She can build, she can fix, she can craft and she can sew. She also balances a job blogging and being a mother. Enough said.

With that, I turn the stage over to Jaime and her tutorial for creating a Wall Frame Quilt!

Gather up your favorite fabrics and we will make this statement wall art that would be great hanging nearly anywhere. And, it makes a wonderful gift idea.

Although the pattern looks to be a little tricky, it’s actually four of the same pieces sewn together in an X format.

Materials:

1/4 yard each of 4 cotton fabrics
Basic sewing supplies: sewing machine, thread, pins, scissors, pencil, iron & ironing board
rotary cutter, clear quilting ruler and self-healing mat
24″ x 24″ cotton fabric (for backing)
24″ x 24″ batting
safety pins
1/2″ plywood @ 21″ x 21″
1x2x8 pine board
staple gun
wood glue
miter saw
nailer & 1 1/4″ brad nails
clamps

Instructions:

Step 1: Begin cutting the fabric into 2″ wide strips. Looking at the diagram below, you will need multiple lengths of each fabric. I suggest cutting very long 2″ strips which you can cut down later. I like to fold the fabric in quarters then cut off a 2″ wide strip using a rotary cutter and clear quilting ruler.

Step 2: Sew strips together using a 1/4″ seam allowance. Determine your pattern, start from the middle longest piece (bright green) then add strips on either side. With each additional strip, line up the strip with a ‘step down’. Press. Eventually you will trim edges with a 45 degree angle which is marked on the quilting ruler.

Step 3: Make 4 identical pieces. Sew the top square to the bottom squares. Press. Then sew the middle seam together to make one piece. Press. Be sure to line up the seams. Read more

September 16, 2015/2 Comments/by Jaime Costiglio

accessories, Build It, decor

DIY Pallet Slat Bin

A DIY Pallet Slat Bin makes a hanging display box or centerpiece. Today on the Rockstar DIY stage is Karah, with the tutorial to make this beautiful pallet bin.

If you haven’t met Karah yet, I know you’ll be fast friends. Karah blogs at the space between.

Both Karah & I love serious DIY. We both grew up in houses that were always at one stage or another of completion, which has probably heightened our ability to deal with all of the house projects we seem to always be tackling. Karah is kicking off our Rockstar DIY Series straight from the beautiful beaches of Aruba (lucky duck!) Take it away Karah!

Hey everyone! I’m Karah and I blog at thespacebetweenblog.net. If you’ve been a Pretty Handy Girl reader for a while you might remember me as the one who PHG was separated from in childhood.

separated-at-childhood

If we haven’t met before, hey there! Nice to e-meet you. And no, I don’t always wear matching shirts with my friends. Only when we know there are cameras close. 😉

By way of introduction, my blog is about DIY and home improvement with a focus on all things repurposed, re-invented or upcycled. The blog is also a journey through our evolving life that brings us all over as we follow my husband’s career. Which right now finds us living in Aruba (I know!), so I am also all about the super simple projects that don’t pull me away from the beach, or just staring at the view, for too long. 😉

Palm Beach Aruba rainbow

So here is an easy upcycling idea using only one pallet slat that makes a great project that you could hang on your front door, or use as part of a table arrangement or centerpiece.

welcome to fall

Project: DIY Pallet Slat Bin

Materials:

1 pallet slat
handful of small finish nails
jute twine (optional)
150 grit sandpaper

Tools:

pry bar
hammer
tape measure
saw

I didn’t even use any power tools to make this but you could speed up the already quick process by using a nail gun (like this one) or a miter saw (like this). (affiliate links)

Instructions:

Step 1: If you’re not lucky enough to happen to have just a single pallet slat on hand use the hammer and pry bar to remove one pallet slat from a pallet.

12May wonder bar hammer pallet

Step 2: Use your saw to cut two pieces 12 inches long (for the front and back) and two pieces 3 inches long (for each end), then put them together like this to mark where to cut the piece for the bottom.

12May cut pallet slats.jpg

Step 3: Use the hammer and nails, rusty finish nails optional, to put it all together. Read more

September 14, 2015/5 Comments/by Brittany Bailey

art, bedroom, decor, Decorating, DIY, Giveaway, Home Decor, Kids Room, mirrored glass, MirrorMate

Dress Up Standard Door Mirror with READYFrame + Giveaway

Install a ReadyMade Mirror Frame on Door | Pretty Handy Girl

You guys, I can’t believe I have a middle schooler. I know, I know, I’ve been having a pity party for myself for two weeks. But, I’m finally coming to terms with it. This past week, I helped Handy Boy #1 de-clutter his room and carve out a space for him to do his homework (without being interrupted by his younger brother.) We moved his furniture around and actually had a lot of fun talking and working together.

I also installed a mirror on his door. Although he’s not obsessed with how he looks or dresses yet, I know that time is coming soon. Instead of putting up a cheapy plastic-framed mirror, I worked with MirrorMate to test out their new READYFrame kit. You may remember when I ordered a custom MirrorMate frame for that ugly and naked mirror in my sons’ bathroom. It still looks great today (although I painted it blue for a new look.)

MirrorMate now sells pre-made frames that fit several of the standard sized mirrors you can buy at Lowe’s, IKEA or HomeDepot. I chose the Essex Crosshatch Silver and the tall 16″ x 58″ mirror from Lowe’s.

I didn’t need to purchase any hanging hardware because MirrorMate ships it with your frame.

Want to see how easy it was to hang and dress up the mirror? I’ll give you a hint, it was easy and it looks beautiful!

Materials:

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MirrorMateREADYFrame
Screwdriver (or drill with phillips head bit)
Rubber mallet (or hammer)
Tape measure
Pencil
Level
Wet wipe
Heavy book or weight
Thumbtack or pin
Rubbing alcohol
Cotton ball or rag
A helper

Assembling the Frame:

Open up the READYFrame box and remove the frame connectors from the packaging.

Remove the top from the glue and peel off the seal. Poke a thumbtack in the glue bottle to create a hole in the nozzle. Apply glue to the edges of theREADYFrame. Read more

September 9, 2015/66 Comments/by Brittany Bailey