Heat Zapping Week

I think the summer heat is zapping my creative energy. Since it became ridiculously hot, I've had little motivation to do anything other than nibble popsicles, stare at my messy house, and rack my empty brain for creative crafting ideas.  Please tell me I'm not the only one suffering from this affliction I'm calling the Creative Drought.

Luckily Pinterest doesn't seem to be experiencing the Creative Drought and I've found some recent projects I am loving.

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 This amazing diy rug was made by wrapping the rope material  around a light rope.  I think it would look beautiful on the back deck during a party or at the front door during the Christmas.

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We've been seeing some wonderful sunbursts made from paint sticks but I'm loving this new lampshade with the paint sticks.  The staining of the wood creates more depth and aging that

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These ceiling medallions really pop against the wall when they're painted.  The designs and uniqueness have me staring at this picture and imaging where I'd put a grouping of varying sizes.