Tag Archives: DIY

Creating Large Designs With Your Silhouette Cutting System

March 6, 2018

Don’t let your Silhouette’s cutting size fool you! Whether you have a CAMEO or a Portrait, large projects are always doable. My Surf’s Up sign is proof…it is 75″ across at its widest point! The key to large projects is … Continue reading →

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Back To My Roots

January 7, 2018

The new year is calling me back to my roots. Back to sharing what I love, teaching, and most importantly…creating. Hope to see you around here more often in 2018. XOXO, Nikki, In Stitches PS…Take a good look at the … Continue reading →

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Work Table Wednesday: SIGNS!

September 14, 2016

Just thought I’d stop in today to share what’s on my worktable! And invite all of you to do the same! The last few weeks have been spent cutting, sanding, and painting…signs seem to be in high demand as fall … Continue reading →

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Create Your Own Story Wall

August 16, 2016

Every little thing on this wall means so much to me. Special days, lyrics, favorite pictures… It’s our story…literally from the day we met, to our most recent family photo. It’s all there, with plenty of room to grow. Plenty … Continue reading →

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Before And After Entryway…A Chalk Paint Makeover

April 15, 2016

Did you ever have a piece of furniture you’d been carrying with your for a long time knowing that one day you’d find the perfect project for it in the perfect place? That was me. See that brown wine rack up … Continue reading →

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Philly Home Show Make and Take Workshop

February 12, 2016

Just a quick note today to all my local readers… Ditch your Valentine and come craft with me this Sunday! I’ll be teaching dry brushing and stenciling techniques at the Philly Home Show. Everyone in class will take home the … Continue reading →

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Rustic Wooden Pallet Picture Frames

February 10, 2016

The wall above my sofa in my living room has been empty since the day we moved into this house. I claimed it was because I was waiting to find the perfect piece of art to fill such a large space … Continue reading →

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How To Stain Wood With Tea, Vinegar, and Steel Wool {Now The ONLY Way I Stain!}

February 1, 2016

Staining wood with tea, vinegar, and steel wood really couldn’t be much easier. You’ll see in the tutorial below that the steps are very simple…but just like many things in life…the secret to getting it just right is in the … Continue reading →

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Countdown To Halloween Blocks {DIY}

September 24, 2015

Halloween is such a fun time in our house. It’s the start of decorating season (you know, the constant swap out of decor for Halloween, Thanksgiving and Christmas?), sports kick into high gear for now two of my kiddos, and the … Continue reading →

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Happy Thanksgiving!

November 27, 2014

It is (very) early Thanksgiving morning here, a few hours before the craziness of the day will kick in. We have snow on the ground here in the northeast, so aside from dinner prepping and kitchen cleaning, I’ll also be … Continue reading →

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