Author: Sometimes Homemade

Double Framed Family Tree

Show two families becoming one with this double framed family tree. Step-by-step instructions and free printable templates. Have you ever had a project you started and didn’t finish until years later? Raising hand. I bought a couples geneology kit from RedEnvelope.com 6-7 years ago. It’s been so long they no longer even sell it. I

Framed Monogram Letter

Here we go again, another monogram DIY project as I work on my monogram gallery for my mantel. The best part about this framed monogram letter project is that it only took 20-30 minutes. You can also check out my recent posts on the Burlap Monogram Letter and Map Covered Letter. Supplies: Frame – I

DIY Tube Wrap Bracelet

DIY Tube Wrap Bracelet

A perfect bracelet for layering, make this quick and easy diy wrap bracelet using leather cord and tube beads.  I became a bit of a bead addict and hoarder over the holidays when I was making DIY Chan Luu Wrap Bracelets for gifts. Every time I was at Michael’s or JoAnn’s I would end up with

Mint Chocolate Brownie Bites

Mint Chocolate Brownie Bites

A beloved flavor combination, these mint chocolate brownie bites are as delicious as they are cute. My all-time favorite dessert flavor combination is chocolate and mint (followed closely by chocolate and peanut butter). Now that it’s March and green food is officially “in season”, I decided to make these over the weekend. I try to

Burlap Monogram Letter with Wedding Year

Burlap Monogram Letter with Wedding Year

This framed burlap monogram with wedding year is a perfect wedding or anniversary gift. Here we go again, another monogram project. I’m working on an initial collection for our mantel to replace some outdated decor we had up for several years. I got the idea for creating a burlap monogram letter with our last name

Map Covered Letter

Honor your favorite city or state with this map covered letter project. Unique and personal decor and a great gift idea.  I think I’ve previously admitted my addiction to letters, initials and monograms. In fact, I have an entire Pinterest board dedicated to Initial Decor. We recently did a lot of updates to our kitchen, and

Organizing and Archiving Digital Photos

Organizing and Archiving Digital Photos

Step-by-step tips for organizing and archiving your digital photos, including those from your digital camera and your phone. I didn’t really make any resolutions this year, but I did have a goal of trying to get my digital photos organized, backed-up, and used! I need to take care of my non-digital photos as well, but it

DIY Wrap Bracelet {tutorial}

DIY Wrap Bracelet {tutorial}

Get step-by-step instructions with pictures for making a beaded diy wrap bracelet for a fraction of the cost of designer bracelets like Chan Luu. I have to admit, I love accessories, especially bracelets and necklaces! For the holidays this year, I made several of these Chan Luu inspired DIY wrap bracelets as gifts. I just finished my

Penny Letters

Use your loose change to create penny letters to decorate your home, like this one I made to go above the cabinets in our kitchen. I’m a big fan of word art. Not the “Keep Calm and …” type, but monograms, subway art, and other typeography art. I’ll be featuring several of these projects here,

Dry Erase Daily Love Message Frame

Dry Erase Daily Love Message Frame

Quick and easy handmade gift idea for creating a dry erase daily love message frame. Leave notes each day for your loved ones to show what you appreciate about them. Several weeks ago, I repinned this dry erase daily love message board idea from Pinterest, but I couldn’t find the original post on the housedecorpin.com