* FYI: your purchase includes a digital download of instructions on how to exactly build the mailbox. You are not paying for an actual completed mailbox. MAILBOX I USED: https://amzn.to/3qaTqJ7 Build yourself this gorgeous Mid Century Modern inspired mailbox. Bring style and curb-appeal to your home. Get rid of that beat up old mailbox that is hideous, leaning over and about to fall over. And with these instructions, you don't have to pay a professional build it. You will be able to build it yourself in 2-3 days for a fraction of the cost. With the help from these instructions (and a little gusto), you'll be able to tackle this DIY job like hundreds of others before you have already. This mailbox design is truly one-of-a-kind. It's a mix of traditional and modern, with a warm cozy vibe to it. It definitely has a Mid-Century Modern feel, but can work with any style or look of home (Craftsman, Cottage, Colonial, Mediterranean, Ranch, Contemporary, etc), Simply put, it's just %@?ing cool. And no one in your neighborhood will have a mailbox like it. But everyone will want it. There is page after page of detailed written instructions that explain every detail of the build (measurements, materials, where to get things, quantities, the steps to get it done, the reasons why I did things, and more). And for the people that hate to read but understand pictures/visuals better, I've got you covered. There are over 50 photos that visually show you what you need to do. This is my most detailed and easy-to-follow set of instructions yet. You literally can't get lost. Also, you don't have to be a super handy person to build this. That being said, if you are a true novice, you do need to be willing to take the challenge. But don't be scared... if you can handle a drill, hammer, and a saw of any kind, you'll reach the finish line on this project with a smile and sense of pride. I take the thinking out of it for you and save you numerous trips to the hardware store. The mailbox instructions walk you through EVERY step you need to take to get it done right. And if you are a handy person, you can probably understand the entire build by looking at just a few of the detailed diagrams/illustrations that are included in your purchase. WHAT YOU GET... you will receive 4 different files: (1) professional DIAGRAMS that visually show you the mailbox, sizes, pieces, details and measurements. (2) a DETAILED list of TOOLS & MATERIALS you'll need. Photos of them. Measurements. Quantities. And where to get them. (yes, the metal mailbox too.) This document also has a SIMPLIFIED 'Shopping LIST' of the tools you'll need and all the materials (with quantities/sizes) you'll need to get the job done. (3) STEP-BY-STEP instructions on HOW to build the entire mailbox structure from the ground up. With photos and diagrams that walk you through it every step of the way. Explanations. Measurements. Pro tips. And more. (4) LARGE PHOTOS to easier see the details and not have all the detailed verbiage around them that may distract or overwhelm some people. (essentially, it's all photos from file 2 and 3 above. But larger and clearer.) *FYI, approximate total COSTS of the build: - The lumber and posts could cost you around $70-130. It depends on what you already have and the type of material(s) you purchase. - The mailbox I purchased was about $120. It's one of the best mailboxes out there. It is really the best one for this design. Durable, water-tight, and modern. *The instructions also include where to get the mailbox. *The instructions also include where to get the mailbox. - For all other materials: concrete (optional), screws, numbers, stain/paint, sandpaper, etc, you are looking at spending another $80-$180. It depends on what tools/items you may already have at home. Happy building everyone. You can do this! * Unfortunately, I do not offer refunds or accept returns, exchanges, or cancellations. REASON: once the files are sent, it is impossible to ‘return’ or cancel a digital order... because the files are automatically sent upon clicking the purchase button. Which makes it impossible to stop the digital ‘delivery’ process. I hope you understand.
Architecture firm OLSON KUNDIG have designed 'Sawmill', a industrial-modern house that that lies in the desert of California.
Quilted Stars I don’t think I’ve ever actually made a classic quilt star! This quilt block was inspired by a wall that I designed with Felt Right. The wall is made of sticky felt tiles, and is perfect for pinning things to, including quilt blocks! For fun, I designed a GIANT quilt star for my design. The Flying Star
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Kailia's Quilt plus Petunia = perfection! I made this version of Kailia's Quilt for our sew-a-long and it turned out perfect. See all the bright colors and fabric up close and read all about this quilt.
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Our newest pattern Orchard Stars is here! If you haven't seen, the Cover Orchard Stars is up on the blog too! Today, I am sharing our Satsuma Orchard Stars! This quilt showcases our Two Color Design option. I have always enjoyed a two color quilt and this design felt like it needed a two color option. It makes the cou
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This is my take on a traditional Christmas Star block. It would look pretty great in holiday fabric, but I would hate to see it pigeon-holed as strictly that, so I'm calling it Ribbon Star. The tutorial makes a 12.5" block. Cutting:
Kinder students learned about the Dutch artist Piet Mondrian. We looked at several of his artworks and discussed his use of primary colors: red, yellow and blue, plus black and white. We also talked about how he used squares and rectangles in his simple artworks. Students then created their own versions of a Mondrian. A fun day learning about color theory!
This winter I'm in a bit of a sewing slump. I've decided instead of buying more fabric--I want to use what I have on hand, but use it differently. I don't have lots of solids, but I do have lots of fabric. Research: I've been gathering photo ideas to build Modern Scrappy Quilts this year. I'm looking for random--unexpected color combinations and simple construction. Here are some quilt photos from Pinterest that caught my eye. This first one I like. Its simple, simple construction. Take an oversized square, slice it, add some skinny strips, slice it again, and more skinny strips, and then square it up with a 10.5" sq. or 12.5" sq. acrylic template. No rules, just slicing and sewing. No sashing. 📷 The quilt below is so do-able as far as construction. Random. Improv. Beyond the white-black-gray bits for contrast, I see ORANGE dotted with this and that accent colors. Going shopping out of my own stash is fun. Using up lots of sub assemblies already sewn and ready to modify and use in another quilt. I am aware "stash diving" makes a huge mess in the studio. 📷 📷 Calling all Squares . . . calling all squares . . . come in squares. Above is the perfect solution for using up a half yard of this and that. Anything goes . . . but I'm drawn to the use of green, red, and papersack colors in this one. Works for me. 📷 Certainly I've collected lots of silly themes and strange patterns fabrics like this quilt shown above. What is most interesting? Look at the use of red and white fabrics paired with those weird fabrics. Liberally repeating red and white fabrics pull it all together, making sense of all the other weird fabrics that were added. It could just as well be blue and white fabrics paired with the weird fabrics. What I like most about this scrappy quilt is its simple construction, no sashing, alternating four patch. This light airy quilt is so pretty. I think I'll try this quilt concept right away!
This quilted lumbar pillow tutorial walks you through the steps to create a one-of-a-kind piece featuring the LeMoyne Star block.
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Large cement planters make for great, modern outdoor style. However, as a DIY option, they take a lot of cement, and building the forms is no small task. When I…
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Dart Modern Quilt Pattern by Amy Ellis - The simple rectangle pieces make it fun to play with color and print in each block.
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The photo from © Pinterest This quilt block pattern combines two four patch blocks with contrasting fabrics. You can use a light and a dark fabric for each block, or mix and match different colors and
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Give Yours a Modern or Traditional Look! Tumbling Blocks quilts have long been popular because of the three-dimensional effects that can be achieved. They’re stunning whether made from traditional prints, modern fabrics or solids. The effect is achieved through value placement. Typically one side of a block is dark, the other is of medium value …
The block stitch is definitely one of them in my opinion! I love the modern look and the versatility of this stitch depending on which colors you use...
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Happy March 1st! And because it is the first Wednesday in March, we are once again opening our monthly theme for the Modern Quilt Along series that we are doing in 2017. If you need a refresher of what this series is, go HERE to read the introduction post on the why’s and how’s. The theme […]
In the world of quilting, there are tons of quilts that have Flying Geese blocks. Actually, my quilt pattern, the Framed Folk quilt has a bunch of them so I figured I’d put this flying geese tutorial…
