Grain silo homes become more and more popular in the States and not only, and you can find plenty of inspiration on the web. This stylish Texas Inn is a great example and its remodeled interior is a nice example of the infinite possibilities a grain silo can offer. The silo had been owned by Edwin Hanz and now (since 2007) is used for accomodation by the Gruene Homestead Inn. The silo is comprised of one bedroom, a living area and a bathroom and the price per night varies from $175 to $210 Continue reading “Grain Silo Converted Into A Texas Loft Apartment” »
Creating a beautiful candle holder seems like a nice craft project for a weekend. You can gather your best friends and have some fun while making a cute decoration for your homes. You can make this nice vintage candle holder in less than an hour and you are going to need the following supplies: a medium sized jar, canvas thread, small flower decorations, glue and a candle. Make sure your jar is clean and doesn’t have any labels on it. Apply the canvas, by gluing it to the jar. It will look best if you have two different colors of canvas. Continue reading “DIY Vintage Candle Holder” »
Seeking quiet and relaxation is an increasingly crucial element for people when deciding where or which type of home to acquire. Settling for a nature embraced residence is commonly the best choice to make. Combined with comfort and an elegant interior design, custom log homes are the natural way to go. The house you can see in the pictures is made exactly for that need and that particular type of people. J. Krentz designs some beautiful and attractive log homes. Set in a natural environment, Continue reading “Log Home Plans by J. Krentz Design” »
The healthy properties of wheatgrass are widely known and you can buy different kinds of shakes that contain this magical ingredient. As these juices can be a bit expensive, the cheap and healthy alternative would be to grow your own wheatgrass and mix your homemade healthy shakes. But when it comes to plants, each of them has different features and it is important to know some tricks before planting and growing them. The first steps are the most important as it will determine the quality of the wheatgrass, so make sure that you soak the seeds for almost 12 hours, before planting. The sprouting period can last up to 2 and a half days and after that the seeds can be placed into the soil. Continue reading “How To Grow Wheatgrass At Home” »
This comfy teddy bear blanket will remind you of childhood and the toys you played with when you were a kid. It is also an awesome gift idea for a baby shower or a child’s birthday party as its happy and joyful aspect will bring a smile on every child’s face. Of course you can use this pattern to create all different sorts of items, not only blankets as it will look good on a small bag or purse too. In case this is your first crochet project, prepare for a bit of sweat and hard time, but if your skills are advanced it should be very easy for you. Continue reading “DIY Teddy Bear Granny Square” »
Decorating the kids’ room into something that will inspire them and let their imagination run wild is something all parents wish to achieve with little effort. The collection you are about to see might be just the answer for that. The popular asymmetric shapes we all came to love when we were young are reinvented as LEGO bricks decorative elements on kids furniture. Lola Glamour company put out a collection of furniture for kids that has wooden LEGO shaped decorations at its center. Whether it’s the bed, closet or wall shelves, the LEGO pieces inspire Continue reading “LEGO Inspired Kids Furniture Collection” »
The holidays are over so you better be prepared (physically and mentally) for the cleaning process than should begin afterward. Making sure your kitchen and all appliances are once again shinny clean will take time. Thus, it’s advised you have some tricks up your sleeve in order to have a smooth, easy and – most importantly – quick process. The stovetop is particularly a hard surface to clean and you usually end up spending more time than you originally planned for cleaning it. This following tutorial will teach you how simple it all can be. Continue reading “How To Clean A Smooth Stovetop The Frugal Way” »
For the lovers of water and travels, here comes the perfect vacation home that will help you feel close to the things you love. It is a house-boat and the term is exactly what it refers to: a boat turned into a house. The boat has a motor, but you can also row when the weather is fine and you feel like doing a little exercise. Imagine how great it would be to travel to places that can’t be reached on foot or with other public transports, than a boat. And the amazing part is that you don’t have to bother with finding a hotel or setting up a tent, as you can enjoy a good night’s sleep and relax in your very own house-boat. The boat is well equipped and can offer Continue reading “How To Build A Cheap Houseboat” »
The interior design of your home reflects parts or even your entire personality, so it’s quite obvious why people invest so much energy in making the decor as close as possible to their wants and desires. For a new home owner or inhabitant you have a major challenge to overcome: blending what you already have in terms of decorations and furniture with what you might get as home-warming present or just see in the shops later on. Transforming projects are a great way to achieve the above-mentioned result. Turning an antique piece of furniture, like the elegant table you see in the photos, in a perfectly modern one is so easy. This amazing DIY Mosaic Table will be just the craft project you Continue reading “DIY Mosaic Table” »
