Ok so here’s the thing. Nick’s been known to be a little annoyed with all the various things I ask him to help me with (understandably so). There are basic homeowner/maintenance–type things that I wouldn't even think about that totally need done in addition to all my measly requests. That’s why I love it when I find a project that I know I can pull off unassisted. This keeps me occupied while ... [ Read More ]
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Tutu’s and a bonus video!
Mornin’ friends! I’ve been bizzy bizzy working on orders from our Etsy shop SyWoodInk while we patiently wait for the fabric to arrive so we can get upholstering on the toddler beds! We did just recently finish a little furniture project that I’ll be back to share tomorrow. But today, I thought I’d just talk about these ADORABLE tutu’s my friend Lindsay bought for the girls. (you’ll see in a ... [ Read More ]
DIY Toddler Bed / Fainting Couch {Part 2}
We’ve been inching away at the toddler beds, and are SO excited about how they’re turning out! Many times, the picture in my head isn’t really something that’s logical... or structurally stable. But with Nick’s knowledge and arsenal of power tools, and my dream... SOMETIMES amazing things happen! Consider this Part 2 of a 3-part series... so don’t get ahead of yourself and skip to the end hoping ... [ Read More ]
Mini Ladder Shelf for Serving & Organization
Happy Monday! How’s that for an oxymoron? Let me tell you how this went... Ring, Ring. Nick: Hey Babe, What’s up? Beth: Hey I’m at Lowes and I have this project that I want to do. Nick: Ok, what is it? Beth: I want to build a small ladder shelf to put food on. What do I need to buy? Nick: ....... Uhhhh. IDK, just buy a bunch of 1x4’s... Yup that is pretty much how ... [ Read More ]
Vinyl Projects
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Projector Projects
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Refinishing Techniques & FAQ
Refinishing techniques, ideas and strategies for making over or 'flipping' furniture! (and don't miss the technical posts at the very bottom!) Enjoy! Glazing Whitewashing Stencil / Distress / Stain Using Vinyl as a Stencil Glazing with Acrylic Paint Shading with Stain Hand-painting a pattern Distressing Paint design using an ... [ Read More ]
Blog Redesign Reveal!
Dear sweet readers! DO NOT BE ALARMED! You’re in the right place! Sawdust and Embryos has gotten a facelift... BIG TIME! Over the last couple months, we’ve been working with the very talented and patient Amy from Lexilyn Studio to redesign our website to feel more fresh and ‘us’ ...not to mention easier to navigate! {there will inevitably be a few kinks to work out in the next couple days, so ... [ Read More ]
State Pride Tour and Collaboration {IOWA!}
If you’ve been around our blog for any amount of time, you know that I love geography and have tons of pride for my home state: IOWA!! Represent! I figured out this amazing way to make new wood look OLD and it basically changed my life. . I've used my 'old wood' to make these barn board signs and these Bracket-Shaped Plaques Since 1x4 pine boards are inexpensive and ... [ Read More ]
Can I interest you in a GIVEAWAY? {now closed}
Top of the mornin’ to ya! Literally... cause I just realized it’s almost noon! So, I got to thinking that it’s been awhile since we’ve had a giveaway. And it’s been even longer since we’ve had a giveaway from our own Etsy shop SyWoodInk! Our biggest seller on our shop is by far the state/country cut-outs. We cut each state or country out of 1” pine boards using a scroll saw, stain them, and ... [ Read More ]
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