So… back in April I was contacted by the Lifestyle Editor of J-14 Decorate magazine asking if they could feature my DIY bling pencil pot in their summer issue. It […]
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Bead Valentine Card: Easy Tutorial
Dear Chicago House, Here is a sweet little Valentine card tutorial which is quick and easy and oh-so-elegant. What you will need Florist wire Beads Hot glue gun card Stock […]
Tutorial: Shell Napkin Rings
Dear Chicago House, Here is another easy project to glam up a coastal table setting – DIY Shell Napkin Rings You will need Small shells Drill (optional depending on your […]
A Bit of Framing Action
Dear Chicago House, Am I the only one who takes forever to frame anything? I really loved the bead shell art work Chicago teenager made over the summer but it […]
Seed Bead Art
Dear Chicago House, I can’t take credit for these lovely creation made using seed beads, that has to go to Chicago teenager. She started with the spiral and was […]
String Art with Beads.
Dear Chicago House, So when I came into my office this morning Chicago teenager was already on a creative roll. String, yarn, glue, beads and paper. Need some new artwork […]
Seed Bead Art: Arty Farty Friday #19
Dear Chicago House, Work, work, work…I have had a busy week with little time to flex my creative muscles. However while I have been confined to my office working on […]
A Bling Pencil Pot For My Office
Dear Chicago House, It seems I never have enough containers to keep my pencils so this week I rustled up a little something for my desk Welcome to a bling […]
Organize your Jewelry
Dear Chicago House, Here is a little tip for keeping your jewelry in order. Use a fishing lure box. Mr Chicago house enjoys the odd bit of fishing and with […]
Make a bracelet from an old t shirt
Dear Chicago House, I always knew I was destined to be the shortest member of my household. I am 5’7″ and Chicago teenager “over took” me about 6 months ago. […]
