NewlyWoodwards

an unconventional home

The lazy gal’s guide: using vinyl to make perfect “chalkboard art”

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I love myself a good chalkboard. They are perfect for home decor, parties and everyday fun! I have chalkboards everywhere. If you stand still long enough, I may cover you in chalkboard paint. But not everyone is a wonderful chalkboard artist. Raising my hand. Here’s the thing. I have finished some “traditional” chalkboards that I […]

Inspired: dining room

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I like to spend too much time day-dreaming about how our new house will look when it’s all done. Like 10 years from now, when the stress and pressure of building is far behind us and there are no more projects and we are just bored and enjoying the fruits of our labor. Hey. A girl can […]

“Love you more” heart sign (and a free Silhouette cut file)

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Here’s a Monday morning PSA: Only a few weeks until Valentine’s Day, my friends. At the Woodwards, this means we’re kicking it into high crafting gear. Love is in the air, my friends. And since I can’t find my box with Valentine’s Day decorations (the shame), I’m just making everything. First up – this simple […]

“Black, white and grey all over” arrows quilt

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When it comes to baby quilts, I don’t think you can ever go wrong with grey and white. And I also don’t think you can go wrong with polka dots. My college roommate Ali is having her first baby next month. Since she and her husband aren’t finding out the gender before the birth, I […]

Frankenstein fireplace design

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So, the fireplace continues to be top of mind! It is really the main focal point of our living room and the first thing you see when you walk in the door, so it matters. Last we “talked,” I was debating the surround – planking and stone and brick. I had so many great ideas […]

DIY Valentine’s Day shirt for boys (Professional Hugger) – free Silhouette file

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When you have a boy, it can be a challenge to find holiday shirts that are fun but not cheesy, cute but not girly, good quality and affordable. And in some cases, it’s an impossible challenge. That’s why I like to make Henry shirts for the holidays using my Silhouette. I can use shirts we already have and it’s quick and […]