Island in the Sun Reflective Iron-On Vinyl Running Shirt DIY

 Island in the Sun Reflective Iron-On Vinyl Running Shirt DIY I love the song "Island in the Sun" by Weezer. I remember the street I was driving down in Salt Lake City in 2002 when I first heard the song on the radio.  Isn't it funny how music can transport you through time and space like that? It's been a favorite for years, so why not the theme of my running shirt.  This running shirt is made with reflective iron-on vinyl, so it reflects headlights when I run in the dark mornings.    Yes, I started running again the first part of August. I've been walking with a friend or two for nearly 2 years, then we decided we needed to kick it up a notch and start interval running.  It's been great and I feel like I am getting stronger and more endurant! Reflective shirts or vests are super important when running in the dark...like me at 5: 30 AM. Let's make one now!   Supplies Needed for Running Shirt: Athletic Shirt Reflective Iron-On Vinyl Cricut...

Shabby Chic Rustic Metal Pumpkins DIY

Shabby Chic Rustic Metal Pumpkins DIY Make your own rustic pumpkins for the perfect Autumn decor.  I saw something similar at Hobby Lobby and knew I could recreate it with some items I already had.  These add such a fun shabby chic element to our front porch for the Fall holidays.  I love how these turned out! These are pretty easy to make in an hour or two.  The bigger they are, the easier they are to make...so start big and then go smaller.  Aren't they awesome looking!? You will need:  (Affiliate links included) Metal Ribbon ( here or here  or here ) Tree Branch Sticks (8, 6 and 4 inches) Tree Branch Sticks (short pieces for the stems) 3/4" Screws with Washers Drill and Bits Hot Glue/Gun E6000 Glue Begin by opening up the metal ribbon and letting it relax a little. Use a drill bit to pilot a hole in the center of the branches. Loosely wrap the metal in a circle around the stick...letting ...