THE HOMES I HAVE MADEOUR HOMESPROJECTSABOUTCONTACTOKINAWA, JAPANCALIFORNIA (1ST TIME) Hi, I'm Megan! I am a military spouse, mom to 3 young boys, and a constant creator. Thanks to my husband’s career, we have moved 8 times in the last 15 years, and I’ve made it my personal mission to decorate, organize, and re-imagine each rental space until it feels like home. I love navy blue, a good peel-and-stick wallpaper, my

Cricut

INTRODUCING CRICUT MAKER 3! About Cricut Maker 3. Cricut Maker 3 is the newest and latest version of Cricut’s famous powerhouse machine, Cricut Maker. It’s been fully redesigned from top-to-bottom and now boasts 2x the speed and 10x the power of the original Maker model. Cricut Maker 3 is also compatible with Smart Materials, which eliminates the need for a mat

and

HOW TO REFRESH FURNITURE WITHOUT PAINT We detached the two pieces and transformed the base into our media stand and the top into a bookcase.Those two makeovers are still some of my favorite projectsever. And we’ve pretty much used these two pieces in the exact same ways since (although we never put anything on the bookcase in San Diego because Sam was a baby/toddler the whole

time).

20+ SURPRISING WAYS TO DECORATE A RENTAL 19. Cover Unsightly Flooring. Dealing with ugly, dirty, or damaged floors definitely ranks pretty high on the “hard to change” list in a rental. Especially since replacing floors is typically not a possibility, and covering them can be costly and tricky. HOW TO MAKE MUGS WITH THE CRICUT MUG PRESS AND INFUSIBLE Supplies Needed. These three mug projects use the new Cricut Infusible Ink Transfer Sheets designed for the Cricut Mug Press.They measure 4.5 x 12″ and are sized perfectly to fit both the 12 oz. and 15 oz. mugs with minimal waste. That said, these techniques can use ANY Infusible Ink Transfer Sheets you might already have, opening up countless colors and patterns for your creations! EASY SEWING MACHINE FEET STORAGE SOLUTION Easy Sewing Machine Feet Storage Solution. Posted on February 19, 2019 By thehomesihavemade 7. I haven’t sat down at my sewing machine in a while, but I recently wanted to finish up some nagging projects. One required a specific sewing machine foot. But when I went to dig it out, I had forgotten I actually have a collection of no less than 20 HOW TO HANG CURTAINS IN A CORNER WINDOW To hang curtains in a corner window, start by hanging two single rods at the same height on each window. Be sure there is enough room between the brackets and the wall to create an actual L with the rods in the corner. Next, slide the elbow plumbing piece into the ends of each curtain rod, thereby physically and visually connecting the two

rods

CRICUT DESIGN SPACE CHEAT SHEETS Cricut Design Space Cheat Sheets | THEHOMESIHAVEMADE.COM 16.Access your saved projects. 17.Save your project. 18.Send your project to be cut. 19.Layers Panel, where, at-a-glance you HOW TO FILL NAIL HOLES IN YOUR (RENTAL) WALLS Start by using either the backside of a hammer (for nails), a screwdriver (for screws), or a needle-nose pliers (for anchors) to remove your hardware from the wall. Pull straight out from the wall to reduce the risk of creating a bigger hole to fill. Removing screws or dry wall anchors will likely cause the drywall to slightly protrude

outward.

CLEVER CURTAIN HACKS ANYONE CAN DO! Clever Curtain Hacks Anyone Can Do! On Tuesday, I revealed our combined Living and Dining Room combo and made quick mention about how I used a single shower curtain to make both some throw pillows for our couch as well as a valance for the kitchen window. Truth be told, when I need to make large fabric projectsfor pillows, wall features, or THE HOMES I HAVE MADEOUR HOMESPROJECTSABOUTCONTACTOKINAWA, JAPANCALIFORNIA (1ST TIME) Hi, I'm Megan! I am a military spouse, mom to 3 young boys, and a constant creator. Thanks to my husband’s career, we have moved 8 times in the last 15 years, and I’ve made it my personal mission to decorate, organize, and re-imagine each rental space until it feels like home. I love navy blue, a good peel-and-stick wallpaper, my

Cricut

INTRODUCING CRICUT MAKER 3! About Cricut Maker 3. Cricut Maker 3 is the newest and latest version of Cricut’s famous powerhouse machine, Cricut Maker. It’s been fully redesigned from top-to-bottom and now boasts 2x the speed and 10x the power of the original Maker model. Cricut Maker 3 is also compatible with Smart Materials, which eliminates the need for a mat

and

HOW TO REFRESH FURNITURE WITHOUT PAINT We detached the two pieces and transformed the base into our media stand and the top into a bookcase.Those two makeovers are still some of my favorite projectsever. And we’ve pretty much used these two pieces in the exact same ways since (although we never put anything on the bookcase in San Diego because Sam was a baby/toddler the whole

time).

20+ SURPRISING WAYS TO DECORATE A RENTAL 19. Cover Unsightly Flooring. Dealing with ugly, dirty, or damaged floors definitely ranks pretty high on the “hard to change” list in a rental. Especially since replacing floors is typically not a possibility, and covering them can be costly and tricky. HOW TO MAKE MUGS WITH THE CRICUT MUG PRESS AND INFUSIBLE Supplies Needed. These three mug projects use the new Cricut Infusible Ink Transfer Sheets designed for the Cricut Mug Press.They measure 4.5 x 12″ and are sized perfectly to fit both the 12 oz. and 15 oz. mugs with minimal waste. That said, these techniques can use ANY Infusible Ink Transfer Sheets you might already have, opening up countless colors and patterns for your creations! EASY SEWING MACHINE FEET STORAGE SOLUTION Easy Sewing Machine Feet Storage Solution. Posted on February 19, 2019 By thehomesihavemade 7. I haven’t sat down at my sewing machine in a while, but I recently wanted to finish up some nagging projects. One required a specific sewing machine foot. But when I went to dig it out, I had forgotten I actually have a collection of no less than 20 HOW TO HANG CURTAINS IN A CORNER WINDOW To hang curtains in a corner window, start by hanging two single rods at the same height on each window. Be sure there is enough room between the brackets and the wall to create an actual L with the rods in the corner. Next, slide the elbow plumbing piece into the ends of each curtain rod, thereby physically and visually connecting the two

rods

CRICUT DESIGN SPACE CHEAT SHEETS Cricut Design Space Cheat Sheets | THEHOMESIHAVEMADE.COM 16.Access your saved projects. 17.Save your project. 18.Send your project to be cut. 19.Layers Panel, where, at-a-glance you HOW TO FILL NAIL HOLES IN YOUR (RENTAL) WALLS Start by using either the backside of a hammer (for nails), a screwdriver (for screws), or a needle-nose pliers (for anchors) to remove your hardware from the wall. Pull straight out from the wall to reduce the risk of creating a bigger hole to fill. Removing screws or dry wall anchors will likely cause the drywall to slightly protrude

outward.

CLEVER CURTAIN HACKS ANYONE CAN DO! Clever Curtain Hacks Anyone Can Do! On Tuesday, I revealed our combined Living and Dining Room combo and made quick mention about how I used a single shower curtain to make both some throw pillows for our couch as well as a valance for the kitchen window. Truth be told, when I need to make large fabric projectsfor pillows, wall features, or INTRODUCING CRICUT MAKER 3! About Cricut Maker 3. Cricut Maker 3 is the newest and latest version of Cricut’s famous powerhouse machine, Cricut Maker. It’s been fully redesigned from top-to-bottom and now boasts 2x the speed and 10x the power of the original Maker model. Cricut Maker 3 is also compatible with Smart Materials, which eliminates the need for a mat

and

OUR ORGANIZED LINEN CLOSET (FINALLY!) By all accounts, organizing the linen closet should have been a straightforward and easy project. And while I was able to get the organization sorted out fairly easily, it was the overall “look” of it that really stalled me out. #bloggerproblems OPT-IN CRAFT ARCHIVES 10 Easy Halloween Projects You Could Totally Make Last Minute! DIY Wood and Bead Baby Teethers. DIY Hand Sanitizer Keychains CRAFT OPT-IN ARCHIVES Super Easy DIY Party Centerpieces That Look Amazing. Subscribe. & Get my FREE step-by-step decluttering guide HOW TO FILL NAIL HOLES IN YOUR (RENTAL) WALLS If you really want to transform your rental (or ANY home) into a space that feels more special, personalized, and stylish, you will most likely need to hang things on the wall. And while I have become a big fan of hole-less hanging via Command Strips in recent years, there are still some things that require nailing or screwing into drywall (e.g., heavy art, shelves, curtain rods, etc). DIY HAPPY PLANNER INSERTS WITH A CRICUT 8-disc (Sweet Life Planner)Supplies Needed. To make your own custom DIY Happy Planner Inserts with a Cricut, here is what you need: Cardstock in the colors/patterns of your choice (consider choosing coordinating papers to make a mix-and-match set; I used this paper set); Cricut Explore or Cricut Maker (the Cricut Joy cannot cut the size needed for the Happy Planner but might be able to HOW TO UPDATE A JENNY LIND BED Last summer (when we first moved into this house), I shared my plans for transitioning Sam’s “Super Hero Nursery” into a “Super Hero Big Boy Room” (see the design plan here).We hustled hard to get a majority of the room done before Jack was born, and the biggest (and most important) project was restoring an antique Jenny Lind bed we’ve been hoarding saving for years. DINING ROOMS ARCHIVES A Rug Under the Kitchen Table | Practical Ideas for Making It Work HOW TO CUT REALLY BIG DESIGNS ON YOUR CRICUT To slice your image apart and ensure it fits onto your mat in the best way possible, I recommend placing a square on your canvas and size it to match whatever mat you will be using: If you are using a 12×12″ mat, size the square to 11.5×11.5″ (the largest you can cut on this mat). If you will be using the larger mat, size the square to 11 OPT-IN ORGANIZATION ARCHIVES How to Help Kids Be More Organized – Practical Tips That Really

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THE HOMES I HAVE MADEOUR HOMESPROJECTSABOUTCONTACTOKINAWA, JAPANCALIFORNIA (1ST TIME) Hi, I'm Megan! I am a military spouse, mom to 3 young boys, and a constant creator. Thanks to my husband’s career, we have moved 8 times in the last 15 years, and I’ve made it my personal mission to decorate, organize, and re-imagine each rental space until it feels like home. I love navy blue, a good peel-and-stick wallpaper, my

Cricut

HOW TO REFRESH FURNITURE WITHOUT PAINT We detached the two pieces and transformed the base into our media stand and the top into a bookcase.Those two makeovers are still some of my favorite projectsever. And we’ve pretty much used these two pieces in the exact same ways since (although we never put anything on the bookcase in San Diego because Sam was a baby/toddler the whole

time).

20+ SURPRISING WAYS TO DECORATE A RENTAL 19. Cover Unsightly Flooring. Dealing with ugly, dirty, or damaged floors definitely ranks pretty high on the “hard to change” list in a rental. Especially since replacing floors is typically not a possibility, and covering them can be costly and tricky. HOW TO MAKE MUGS WITH THE CRICUT MUG PRESS AND INFUSIBLE Supplies Needed. These three mug projects use the new Cricut Infusible Ink Transfer Sheets designed for the Cricut Mug Press.They measure 4.5 x 12″ and are sized perfectly to fit both the 12 oz. and 15 oz. mugs with minimal waste. That said, these techniques can use ANY Infusible Ink Transfer Sheets you might already have, opening up countless colors and patterns for your creations! HOW TO FILL NAIL HOLES IN YOUR (RENTAL) WALLS Start by using either the backside of a hammer (for nails), a screwdriver (for screws), or a needle-nose pliers (for anchors) to remove your hardware from the wall. Pull straight out from the wall to reduce the risk of creating a bigger hole to fill. Removing screws or dry wall anchors will likely cause the drywall to slightly protrude

outward.

HOW TO HANG CURTAINS IN A CORNER WINDOW To hang curtains in a corner window, start by hanging two single rods at the same height on each window. Be sure there is enough room between the brackets and the wall to create an actual L with the rods in the corner. Next, slide the elbow plumbing piece into the ends of each curtain rod, thereby physically and visually connecting the two

rods

HOW TO MAKE MUGS WITH INFUSIBLE INK PENS AND THE CRICUT Last week, I showed you how to make custom mugs by cutting out designs from Infusible Ink Transfer Sheets.Today, I’m going to show you how to make mugs with Infusible Ink Pens.By drawing, writing, and/or coloring onto regular printer paper, you can create super detailed images and infuse them right onto mugs with the Cricut Mug Press. EASY SEWING MACHINE FEET STORAGE SOLUTION Easy Sewing Machine Feet Storage Solution. Posted on February 19, 2019 By thehomesihavemade 7. I haven’t sat down at my sewing machine in a while, but I recently wanted to finish up some nagging projects. One required a specific sewing machine foot. But when I went to dig it out, I had forgotten I actually have a collection of no less than 20 HOW TO DESIGN MUGS IN CRICUT DESIGN SPACE The easiest way to find these images is to open the Image Library (use the button on the lefthand size of the design canvas) and click “Image Sets” on the left side of the screen. Type “Mugs” into the Image Sets search box to load 12 different sets of mug designs. HOW TO CUT REALLY BIG DESIGNS ON YOUR CRICUT To slice your image apart and ensure it fits onto your mat in the best way possible, I recommend placing a square on your canvas and size it to match whatever mat you will be using: If you are using a 12×12″ mat, size the square to 11.5×11.5″ (the largest you can cut on this mat). If you will be using the larger mat, size the square to 11 THE HOMES I HAVE MADEOUR HOMESPROJECTSABOUTCONTACTOKINAWA, JAPANCALIFORNIA (1ST TIME) Hi, I'm Megan! I am a military spouse, mom to 3 young boys, and a constant creator. Thanks to my husband’s career, we have moved 8 times in the last 15 years, and I’ve made it my personal mission to decorate, organize, and re-imagine each rental space until it feels like home. I love navy blue, a good peel-and-stick wallpaper, my

Cricut

HOW TO REFRESH FURNITURE WITHOUT PAINT We detached the two pieces and transformed the base into our media stand and the top into a bookcase.Those two makeovers are still some of my favorite projectsever. And we’ve pretty much used these two pieces in the exact same ways since (although we never put anything on the bookcase in San Diego because Sam was a baby/toddler the whole

time).

20+ SURPRISING WAYS TO DECORATE A RENTAL 19. Cover Unsightly Flooring. Dealing with ugly, dirty, or damaged floors definitely ranks pretty high on the “hard to change” list in a rental. Especially since replacing floors is typically not a possibility, and covering them can be costly and tricky. HOW TO MAKE MUGS WITH THE CRICUT MUG PRESS AND INFUSIBLE Supplies Needed. These three mug projects use the new Cricut Infusible Ink Transfer Sheets designed for the Cricut Mug Press.They measure 4.5 x 12″ and are sized perfectly to fit both the 12 oz. and 15 oz. mugs with minimal waste. That said, these techniques can use ANY Infusible Ink Transfer Sheets you might already have, opening up countless colors and patterns for your creations! HOW TO FILL NAIL HOLES IN YOUR (RENTAL) WALLS Start by using either the backside of a hammer (for nails), a screwdriver (for screws), or a needle-nose pliers (for anchors) to remove your hardware from the wall. Pull straight out from the wall to reduce the risk of creating a bigger hole to fill. Removing screws or dry wall anchors will likely cause the drywall to slightly protrude

outward.

HOW TO HANG CURTAINS IN A CORNER WINDOW To hang curtains in a corner window, start by hanging two single rods at the same height on each window. Be sure there is enough room between the brackets and the wall to create an actual L with the rods in the corner. Next, slide the elbow plumbing piece into the ends of each curtain rod, thereby physically and visually connecting the two

rods

HOW TO MAKE MUGS WITH INFUSIBLE INK PENS AND THE CRICUT Last week, I showed you how to make custom mugs by cutting out designs from Infusible Ink Transfer Sheets.Today, I’m going to show you how to make mugs with Infusible Ink Pens.By drawing, writing, and/or coloring onto regular printer paper, you can create super detailed images and infuse them right onto mugs with the Cricut Mug Press. EASY SEWING MACHINE FEET STORAGE SOLUTION Easy Sewing Machine Feet Storage Solution. Posted on February 19, 2019 By thehomesihavemade 7. I haven’t sat down at my sewing machine in a while, but I recently wanted to finish up some nagging projects. One required a specific sewing machine foot. But when I went to dig it out, I had forgotten I actually have a collection of no less than 20 HOW TO DESIGN MUGS IN CRICUT DESIGN SPACE The easiest way to find these images is to open the Image Library (use the button on the lefthand size of the design canvas) and click “Image Sets” on the left side of the screen. Type “Mugs” into the Image Sets search box to load 12 different sets of mug designs. HOW TO CUT REALLY BIG DESIGNS ON YOUR CRICUT To slice your image apart and ensure it fits onto your mat in the best way possible, I recommend placing a square on your canvas and size it to match whatever mat you will be using: If you are using a 12×12″ mat, size the square to 11.5×11.5″ (the largest you can cut on this mat). If you will be using the larger mat, size the square to 11 INTRODUCING CRICUT MAKER 3! About Cricut Maker 3. Cricut Maker 3 is the newest and latest version of Cricut’s famous powerhouse machine, Cricut Maker. It’s been fully redesigned from top-to-bottom and now boasts 2x the speed and 10x the power of the original Maker model. Cricut Maker 3 is also compatible with Smart Materials, which eliminates the need for a mat

and

DIY HAPPY PLANNER INSERTS WITH A CRICUT 8-disc (Sweet Life Planner)Supplies Needed. To make your own custom DIY Happy Planner Inserts with a Cricut, here is what you need: Cardstock in the colors/patterns of your choice (consider choosing coordinating papers to make a mix-and-match set; I used this paper set); Cricut Explore or Cricut Maker (the Cricut Joy cannot cut the size needed for the Happy Planner but might be able to CRICUT OPT-IN ARCHIVES How to Cut Really Big Designs On Your Cricut – The Off-the-Mat

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EASY DIY BARSTOOL SLIPCOVERS Width = D + Your B + C measurement can be adjusted based on how long you want your slipcover to hang. For my ottoman, I wanted the slipcover to meet the edge of the ottoman so I didn’t add any additional length to the B + C measurement. However, I wanted my stool covers to hang longer than the upholstered 3″ top. WHERE TO BUY PEEL-AND-STICK WALLPAPER AT AFFORDABLE PRICES Amazon. I’ve had the best luck scoring the most affordable wallpapers on Amazon. I am particularly fond of the fresh patterns, affordable prices, and nice quality of both the NuWallpaper and RoomMates brands. However, Amazon is known for really wide price swings (even from day to day), and it can sometimes be hard to wade through the vast selection to find true gems. CLEVER CURTAIN HACKS ANYONE CAN DO! Clever Curtain Hacks Anyone Can Do! On Tuesday, I revealed our combined Living and Dining Room combo and made quick mention about how I used a single shower curtain to make both some throw pillows for our couch as well as a valance for the kitchen window. Truth be told, when I need to make large fabric projectsfor pillows, wall features, or PRINTABLE SEWING PROJECT PLANNER There are two planner “styles” included in this Sewing Project Planner. The first is a single-page planner that features space to notate your project, pattern, helpful resources and tutorials, supplies needed and notes. This single-page version is ideal for quick projects that don’t require a ton of supplies, planning, or steps. HOW TO CUT REALLY BIG DESIGNS ON YOUR CRICUT To slice your image apart and ensure it fits onto your mat in the best way possible, I recommend placing a square on your canvas and size it to match whatever mat you will be using: If you are using a 12×12″ mat, size the square to 11.5×11.5″ (the largest you can cut on this mat). If you will be using the larger mat, size the square to 11 HOW TO UPDATE A JENNY LIND BED Last summer (when we first moved into this house), I shared my plans for transitioning Sam’s “Super Hero Nursery” into a “Super Hero Big Boy Room” (see the design plan here).We hustled hard to get a majority of the room done before Jack was born, and the biggest (and most important) project was restoring an antique Jenny Lind bed we’ve been hoarding saving for years. EASY & PRACTICAL IDEAS FOR STORING VINYL ROLLS For the last few years, I’ve been storing my vinyl in two different bins in my craft room. All of my “standard” vinyl was stored in a large DRONA bin, and I loved that I could fit a ton of rolls standing on their ends (shown below, left).I then placed rolls of iron-on, patterned vinyl and other “speciality” items such as transfer paper, stencil paper, etc into a separate basket.

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