You knocked it out of the park again, girls!!! (And guys?) Check out just a few projects linked up to last week's DIY Link Party... Oooh, Little Yellow Barn - I want your dresser! So much! ***** Oh Korrie! Your creativity! I love this suitcase wall over at Red Hen Home! ***** A DIY Stencilled OUTDOOR Rug? Yes please, … {Continue reading…}
Our Bungalow Floor Plan - I've been thinking of sharing this with you for quite awhile. I'm a visual person and I've always loved floor plans (like I said in my eBook!). Then I got this email just yesterday from a reader: I have been searching for you all my life! :0) Well, maybe not that long, but I have been wondering if anyone out there … {Continue reading…}
On Fridays we have a little extra fun at {aka}|design – because we share five random things from our week: design inspiration, amazing etsy shops, fun family stuff. Sometimes we just share things that were amusing. In any case, Friday Five it is! 1. We played around with some new graphics and came up with a new logo for Friday Five. It was … {Continue reading…}
Holy Talent, Batman! I loved so many projects from last week's DIY Link Party! Wanna see? Oh, C! Your DIY baskets ROCK! You have GOT to visit Stone and Rose to see the tutorial. ***** Ah, the Annie Sloan goodness in Silver Pennies Gate Leg Table makeover is STUNNING! ***** We shared Sarah's growth chart a couple of week's ago. Three … {Continue reading…}
We're searching for a little inspiration today! When we redid our girls' room back in September 2010 it looked like this (bad camera focus and all - sorry): Did I mention that was a year and a half ago? Anyway, the girls have since grown a bunch - go figure! And we're needing more storage and a revamped design. Already! This time I'm … {Continue reading…}
It seems that everywhere you look these days, farmhouse tables are THE table for the dining room. Be it in an urban loft, a suburban bungalow or in its classic home (an actual farmhouse), this style of table is versatile, stylish and durable. The only downside to farmhouse tables is that they often come with a steep price tag. But they don't have … {Continue reading…}
On Fridays we have a little extra fun at {aka}|design – because we share five random things from our week: design inspiration, amazing etsy shops, fun family stuff. Sometimes we just share things that were amusing. In any case, Friday Five it is! I've already done a few round up type posts this week, so I hope you don't mind another for Friday … {Continue reading…}
Way to go! You guys had a few super nice projects for last week's DIY Link Party!!!! But before we show you a few links - THANK YOU to everyone who featured, pinned or mentioned our DIY Vintage You Are My Sunshine Sign! Watching the numbers climb for how many times that thing was pinned has been a riot and absolutely unbelievable! 281 … {Continue reading…}
Does anyone remember our Gallery Wall project from last summer? {Please excuse the lack of photography skills. I hadn't learned to take my camera off auto yet!} Well, true to form, we've shuffled things around a bit. The subway art moved to the kitchen and the print on the extreme right moved from that side wall to the gallery wall itself (our … {Continue reading…}
Gorgeous chandeliers and fabulous light fixtures can totally make a space - just like jewellery can make an outfit. They can also totally break the bank account - kind of like jewellery! But if you take a look at these DIY chandeliers & light fixtures, you will see making your own can be easy, inexpensive and … {Continue reading…}
On Fridays we have a little extra fun at {aka}|design – because we share five random things from our week: design inspiration, amazing etsy shops, fun family stuff. Sometimes we just share things that were amusing. In any case, Friday Five it is! 1. Just a Girl posted a Q & A of sorts with Layla about her Photo Styling Must-Haves … {Continue reading…}
Boy, have I got a project to share with you - I'm practically giddy with excitement for how it turned out! I hinted at the project last night ... And even last Friday when I posted a sneak peak into the GIANT bag of crafting supplies we received. WOWZERS! That's a LOT of "good things", yes? It's all part of a Martha Stewart Mother's Day … {Continue reading…}
Okay, so we have a totally awesome project coming your way first thing tomorrow morning! But we can only show you a wee little sneak peek tonight... Curious? Sorry, you'll just have to come back in the morning! In the meantime, here are a few rockin' reader projects from last week's party... Heather at The JUNKtion made a set of hooks … {Continue reading…}
We adore reclaimed wood. At least how it looks. Not so much the price. You see, we don't live near an abundant source of old barn wood. And what is found near us is definitely not cheap. So we've come up with 3 easy (REALLY EASY!) steps to make new wood look old. We most recently used this method on the shelves we installed above our desk for … {Continue reading…}
Happy Monday, friends! How was your weekend? Marvelous I hope! Have you seen the new Martha Stewart with Avery Home Office line at Staples? The pretty colours, the labels, the organization options!!! Pardon me while I wipe up my DROOL! Ahem! Well, do you remember our simple little dining room desk area? Nice space, eh? Uncluttered, stylish, … {Continue reading…}
On Fridays we have a little extra fun at {aka}|design – because we share five random things from our week: design inspiration, amazing etsy shops, fun family stuff. Sometimes we just share things that were amusing. In any case, Friday Five it is! {If you're stopping by from Southern Hospitality - we're thrilled you're here - thank you so much … {Continue reading…}
Ah burlap, how we love thee. {Have we mentioned that before?} A little while ago we made a burlap-wrapped canvas to display some sentimental treasures in our bedroom. Last week we whipped up a painted burlap banner. We tied burlap to our ladder-back chairs for Easter and used it as a runner under our centerpiece. Now we've gone and made a … {Continue reading…}
Have you? Ever heard of BOGS, I mean? NO? Up until a few weeks ago, neither had we. Not until we got an email asking if we'd like to try them out. Apparently someone thought they'd be perfect for us to wear while DIY-ing. That person was totally right. With awesome features like stretchy rubber waterproof outsides, coziness … {Continue reading…}
Seriously, I love to look at other people's projects! So many creative ideas floating around! Who says you have to spend a fortune on gorgeous lamps? Sarah made over a thrift store find with a little spray paint and a new shade. Check out Claire's Sheet Moss Banner!!! So spring-y! Julie used Vaseline (!!!) to give this chalkboard … {Continue reading…}
We get questions from readers (and people like Heather, who interview us) all the time asking things like: Your bungalow only has 1,100 square feet but somehow you've made it seem so much larger. How do you do that? And: You've used so many different textures and finishes in each room, but your space seems to have such a unique and cohesive … {Continue reading…}
I’m Shannon. He's my husband Dean. We’re a Canadian couple sharing our thrifty design finds, organizing ideas and affordable DIY projects here on our blog www.akadesign.ca
