Phase 2 of The House Behind The Trees ~ The downstairs #TeelsBuildaHouse

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So we are starting the downstairs ... I HATE to say basement because we had a basement in our old home, where you opened a door and went down stairs separated from anything else. It was a finished basement complete with a bedroom, craft room, family/game room and we spent a lot of time there ~ our oldest son moved down there in jr high and stayed through high school ... until we finished the master suite in the attic then he moved back up to the bedroom floor with his brother and sister.  So here our downstairs is open to the rest of the house, you can see through to the outside from the top of the stairs going down because we have a wall of windows down there as well.  We really didn't plan to have a kiddo down there but since we are having to do a switch-a-roo with rooms (I'll explain later) he is moving home soon and will be downstairs. Anyhoo, our downstairs will house our main family room, our middle sons room, a full bath and kitchenette.  I thought it would be fun ...
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Unique, Cheerful & Fun DIY Projects for Spring

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JELLY BEAN TREE ~ simply hot-glue or push on jelly beans to the ends of branches to create a jelly bean tree that's as attractive as it is delicious.

CONVERT A COLANDER INTO A PLANTER ~ forget about the flower pots, turn your favorite flowers into this easy DIY display.

FELT EASTER CHICK ~ these adorable felt Easter chicks can be molded into any position you like (these ones are dancing!). For a more kid-friendly crafting version, you can omit the wire legs.




HANG UP YOUR BOOTS ~ install a metal grommet on the back of each rain boot. Loop a piece of burlap ribbon through grommets. Place a 3-inch-wide cylindrical vase in both boot heels; stabilize with tissue paper if needed. Fill vase with water and seasonal blooms. (We used a mix of hydrangeas and daisies.) Tie ends of ribbon together and hang on a nail.

WHIMSICAL PAPER NAPKIN FLOWERS ~ fill a vase using just wire, scissors, and some patterned paper napkins.

DOILY VASE ~ tightly wrap a doily around a vase. Snip away any excess, then hand-stitch the doily securely in place to create a snug fit. A clear glass vase creates an elegant illusion, but experiment with different vases and doilies to find a combination you like.

MAKE A BIRD FEEDER OUT OF DINNERWARE ~ give your birds a brand new perch by turning old dishes into a chic bird feeder.

THIS COLORFUL CABBAGE CENTERPIECE ~ the perfect centerpiece for Easter, Mother’s Day or for spring parties. The cabbage is unexpected, but so easy.

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