Sometimes it takes a middle school dance to really knock some sense into you. Last week my oldest son invited me to his Valentine's Day dance and walking into the gym, I gotta tell ya, the B.O. and anxiety took me back about 25 years in a hurry. It was a painful experience even though I remember actually liking middle school. After the cookies were eaten and the fancy dancing was over I came home to his room that looks like a yard sale. And not the good kind. Like if I wanted to be a foster … [Read more...]
Archives for February 2017
Open Call for Features
Hey Readers! Do you have an awesome REMODEL, a spectacular ETSY shop, a mind-boggling PROJECT, or just a fantastic house you would like to share on iamhardware? You don't need to be a blogger or write detailed descriptions, but the more before and after transformation pictures the better. Send an email my way at sarah@iamhardware.com for consideration. Have a great weekend and happy creating! … [Read more...]
How to Attach Boy Scout Patches WITHOUT Sewing
How to Attach Boy Scout Patches WITHOUT Sewing I currently have three boys in scouts and sewing on the patches is such a painful process. Painful times three. Even though every summer as a kid my mom sent me to sewing camp (Sewing camp!) I avoid sewing if I can. I really don't like to attach each and every boy scout patch with a sewing machine. My perfect solution: GLUE GUN. Just take a glue gun to those beautiful boy scout patches instead of sewing. It totally works! It takes a … [Read more...]
Live Edge Dining Table
Every once in a while I make something that turns out better than I thought it would. This live edge dining table is just that. I wish y'all could see it in person, it's unique and stunning. I don't know whether to eat on it, or just eat it. I started blogging about this table last year and even completed some finishing touches but I've been waiting for the table base to be finished (I wish I was a welder!) It was a long process, but totally worth it. The table is large, 71" x 38-42" wide, it … [Read more...]
Overhead Garage Storage — Ceiling Mounts
Nothing says love like storage! If you're looking for a Valentine's Day present for yourself or your heart throb, look no further. Flowers die, food gets eaten, storage is forever. We are garage people. Like, we really, really use our garage. Storage, toys, tools, and cars (most of the time). I am constantly cleaning, organizing and dreaming about ways to use the space better. I built overhead storage at our previous house, which was a life saver, so when Fleximounts approached me with an … [Read more...]
Live Edge Walnut Table… Complete!
Best. Table. Ever. FINALLY, after waiting months for the welder to complete the table base, I finally have my table! The process took a while, but it is probably my most favorite project ever and easily the most beautiful piece I have ever created. I love it! Full post this weekend, I just couldn't wait to show a preview picture! Happy Creating … [Read more...]