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…
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Outdoor Decor: Rustic DIYs For Your Porch
Today we're talking outdoor decor--specifically, rustic DIYs for your porch. The best thing about rustic DIYs is that word "rustic." That means you don't have to worry about your DIYs looking perfect, because the charm is in the rustic! So if you feel like you aren't good at making stuff, I promise you shouldn't worry.…
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Pretty Pumpkin Centerpieces and Planter Ideas
Pickled Barrel is your place to see all the best pretty pumpkin centerpieces and planter ideas for your fall decorating. These will not disappoint! Fall is absolutely the time to utilize pretty pumpkin centerpieces in your home decor. I would put any of these together in time for September, display them right through Thanksgiving, and…
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DIY Kitchen Island Tutorials
We know that our Pickled Barrel readers appreciate a good DIY project. So today we're talking DIY kitchen island tutorials. Did you know you can DIY a kitchen island for your kitchen? You really can! And not all of the ideas featured require starting from scratch, because we love a good upcycle too! Check out…
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Kitchen Cabinets Makeovers on a Budget
Today at Pickled Barrel, we are talking about kitchen cabinet makeovers on a budget. There are so many ways to give your existing kitchen cabinets some farmhouse charm with easy, budget DIYs. You really won't believe what you can accomplish if you're willing to invest a little time. Check them out! How to Easily Add…
