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Outdoor furniture is expensive. Especially if it is good quality. And if you have some of your own, after years of use, you know the inevitable. The fabric on the chair will eventually start to show signs of wear. But don't fret.

Floor poufs are a really great addition to eclectic or bohemian décor. They are super trendy right now and this one is great because you are making use of an old tire that would otherwise sit forever at the dump. We LOVE upcycled projects and we know you do too! So, I found these tires on craigslist for free! and I wanted to something fun with them.

I am going to show you a super easy way to make a rug. We all know rugs can be insanely expensive, but this project is great because you can make a high quality and great looking rug without breaking the bank. Here's our selection of outdoor fabric.

An envelope pillow is the easiest style of throw pillow to make. The overlapping pieces on the back make taking off the cover easy, so you can change up your décor any time you want. And for envelope pillows, there's no hand sewing involved! This pillow will also have piping around the edges, but you can choose to make it with or without the piping. Piping adds an extra finishing touch that can make the pillow look polished and professional.

Dip dyed tapestry's can be pretty expensive online, especially if you are looking for something personalized. So, today, I am going to show you how to make your own. These tapestries can be made any shape, color, or size. You can use a dowel for a more classic look or a tree branch for something more natural. I also thought it would be really pretty to use a necklace to hang them from the wall but I just used twine and that worked well.

The first of many. Our much anticipated Brimfield Flea Market Finds. This footstool was a diamond in the rough with a super fake looking vinyl cover, but I loved the classic modern mid century look. I also was able to pick it up for $15, which is a total steal in the world of antique furniture. In terms of reupholstery, this piece is just about as basic as it gets, which was perfect for my first full renovation project.

Learn how to make Goblet pleats & Cartridge pleats with these simple step-by-step instructions. Goblet pleats have a traditional look while cartridge pleats have a more modern style, but they are made the same way. I'll show you how to make professional looking drapery headers for both types of pleats. I'm going with the cartridge pleat drapes for my room which will be stationary, but they also work well as functional curtains since they're easy to slide open and closed. Pick out some décor fabric and get started!

The great outdoors. What a wonderful place to set up camp and make a living space. Recently, we got a picnic table at work and I am pumped to be able to take my lunch outside but it is under one of the biggest trees on the lot so it could be in shade. And I like the shade, but so do the birds. To spare you the details the table gets pretty gross between the birds and the pollen.

So I have a lot of plants. It's almost a problem but I choose not to worry to much about it because I really love my plants. That being said though, I was running out of windowsill space and needed to come up with something that would give my babies that needed more sun a real leg up. That's what sparked the idea for a Faux Leather hanger. I know what you're thinking – 'that's genius' it's natural, it's classy looking, and its surprisingly sturdy.

Knotted throw pillows are a really fun way to bring a little texture and a funky look to your decor. They're really easy to make so even beginner sewers can make a few for themselves and their friends. Any stretchy material can be used to make these guys and you can make them in a variety of different ways. We made ours into a Celtic knot but there are hundreds of really cool knots out there that would make great knotted pillows.

Check out this simple ruffled pillow made with reversible sequins. This fabric is trendy and fun, and great for décor! For tips on how to sew sequins, see our how to sew sequins tutorial.

My dog has a favorite spot in between a couch and side table where she goes to feel safe. Her joints are getting bad so we wanted to give her a dog bed here. It has to be a specific size that would be impossible to find in a store, so I'm making my own! The removable cover is washable and has a simple Velcro closure that's easier to put in than a zipper. It's made with outdoor fabric and outdoor foam, both of which are durable and prevent mildew and odor.

Summer is upon us and I am ready for hammock and camping season to begin! That being said, I already have a bug bite on my pinkey toe so I am living in a constant state of discomfort. That's why I set out on a mission to make a net for my hammock. The task was simple, make a net that was as easy to set up and store as the hammock itself. The result, you can see for yourself (is AWESOME)