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Make a large rug out of smaller ones
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I seem to have a theme going on with rag rugs. What can I say? I love them. They're colourful, they're versatile, they tend to have a one-of-a-kind look, and they add a little earthy and eclectic feel to a room. And did I mention they're inexpensive?Â
I bought these small rugs at IKEA a long time ago, when I was planning on a different project, but then I changed my mind (as one does) and these rugs sat in storage, unused for several years... until a few days ago when I decided I needed a new runner. I looked everywhere (E-V-E-R-Y-W-H-E-R-E) for a runner that had the right colour combinations, the right length, the right width (I'm very specific when it comes to rugs... rugs are no joke, ok?), but I couldn't find anything that I liked. Or perhaps I did, strike that. I didn't find anything my bank account and I could agree on.Â
Seat cushions with Rugs & Rags
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I don't like throwing out things.Â
No, I'm not a hoarder. In fact, I always think of myself as a major purger when it comes to unnecessary stuff. I tend to be mindful when I make purchases. I don't usually buy things that I don't really need, and I make a point of regularly donating and/or selling things that aren't useful to us anymore.Â
Except when it comes to fabrics.
Mini-Me fabric dolls
I've always had a soft spot in my heart for handmade toys... fabric toys, wooden toys, chrochet toys. There's a sort of vintage charm about them. When Emma was born I sewed loads of toys for her. Of course, fabric toys are perfect for babies because they're soft, easy for tiny hands to grab, and fully washable. But they certainly aren't just for babies.Â
I'd been thinking about giving these fabric dolls a try for a while (there are so many examples and ideas in the internet world!), but then again, I always have a long list of things I want to try my hands at. I usually need an excuse to make something new. And this time the excuse was a birthday party.
Make your own Reusable Face Pads
For years now, I have tried to be more environmentally friendly around the house, by remembering to bring my own bags when I go grocery shopping, buying things in bulk whenever possible, cooking from scratch as often as we can, and switching to reusable snack bags instead of plastic re-sealables ones, among other things. But it wasn't until recently that I made the decision to be more mindful about the things that we bring into our home. Paying attention to our everyday routines, I noticed that there are a large number of products that we use and dispose of, often without even thinking about it. As I went about my day, I took mental notes (as I often do) and realized that a lot of these products could easily be replaced for other more eco-friendly ones.Â
Sustainability matters. I am fully aware that it's not always practical or even feasible to be green in all aspects of our lives, but it's the little things that add up and make a difference. Being more conscious about our choices and making small changes, one at a time, can help minimize the damage and maximize the benefits. And in my case, it makes me feel better about our lifestyle, reduces the amount of garbage in the household, and gives me an excuse to make things (often with scraps that I keep and never know what to make with). So it's a win, win, WIN situation in my book.
How to build a mid-century inspired bench for $50
Mid-century design seems to be all the rage these days. From colour palettes, to architecture, to furniture pieces, and even in fashion, the 50's are back with a vengeance. Luckily for us, women, not everything is turning back a page to the world of 60 years ago, but when it comes to design trends, the inspiration is clear. And I must admit, I'm really loving the simplicity of the style and its clean, modern lines where form follows function, yet function gives form its beauty.
 
