Winter is coming, and that means it's time to think about your fireplace again. Are you happy with the mantel, or are you ready for a change? I'm ready for a change, so today I've got some ideas to help you envision your own DIY rustic fireplace mantel. This is a project you can do…
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Rustic DIY Photo Transfers On Wood {Perfect For Gifts!}
Are you ready for the perfect rustic gift idea? How about rustic DIY photo transfers on wood! All you need for this DIY photo transfer is a great photo, a rustic piece of wood, and the right medium to help make the photo transfer easy. Seriously, it's so easy you may have all your holiday…
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DIY Rustic Shelves For The Office {That Work For City Peeps Too}
When you've got a home office space to put together, there's nothing like some DIY rustic shelves for the office. They add a unique charm that stock shelves just don't have! I don't know about you, but I'd much rather work in a home office with some rustic flair. So today I've got some inspiration…
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Creative Halloween Crafts Made From Junk
Don't throw away those used cans, jars, paper scraps or toilet paper tubes! As far as Halloween crafts go, those things are all very useful. Let me show you some cute and creative Halloween crafts made from junk. Your kids will be pleased, and you'll feel good about recycling instead of adding to the landfill.…
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5 Reasons You Should Save Your Tin Cans {Even When Throwing Them Out Is Easier}
Even if throwing them out seems easier, there are 5 great reasons why you should save your tin cans. For us and anyone else who loves including rustic elements in their home and lifestyle, tin cans are naturally rustic. So why not find some fun and creative new uses for them? Let's look at 5…
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DIY Rustic Christmas Gifts To Start Now
Homemade Christmas gifts are always a great idea. Don't you love the thought and preparation that goes into the homemade gifts you receive? Homemade gifts may take a little more time, but the recipient's reaction is always worth the extra trouble. Here are some great ideas for DIY rustic Christmas gifts to start now. DIY…
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Smoking Out The Benefits Of Keeping Bees
At Pickled Barrel we appreciate all things rustic--and that includes the recent fascination with beekeeping. But is it as amazing as its fans claim? We decided to smoke out the benefits of keeping bees so you can judge for yourself if it's something you want to pursue at home. Benefits Of Keeping Bees If you…
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DIY Rustic Tables For Any Room In Your Home
If you want a rustic table for any room in your home, you don't have to go to the nearest furniture store to find it. And really, the store may or may not have exactly what you have in mind. Why not embrace the DIY aspect of a rustic lifestyle by making a rustic table…
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Creating Color: Natural Dyes Made From Plants
Have you ever looked at an assortment of natural dyes and been amazed at all the beautiful colors? There is just something so mesmerizing about them! One of the really interesting parts of a rustic life is learning to use your own natural dyes made from plants. And some of the best sources for natural…
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How To Jam Making Jam Into Your Schedule {A Recipe You’ve Got Time For!}
Making jam is one of the best things to include in a rustic life--or any life for that matter! What better and easier way to enjoy the fruits of your labors, than to savor the deliciousness of homemade jam on your morning toast? Don't think that you have to spend hours cooking jam if you…
