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Owl Drawer Pull

How We Made a Sit Stand Desk with Drawers

Posted on December 16, 2018May 9, 2019 by thevelvetclock

One of the most challenging projects for our steampunk-inspired home office was our sit stand desk with drawers. Have you… Read more How We Made a Sit Stand Desk with Drawers

How to Make a Secret Whiteboard

How to Make a Secret Whiteboard

Posted on October 22, 2018May 9, 2019 by thevelvetclock

When October rolls around, I start to feel giddy. I love the cool, brisk snaps of weather in Texas this… Read more How to Make a Secret Whiteboard

Finished Pillow

Pain Behind the Process of DIY: A Lesson in Failure

Posted on August 29, 2018May 9, 2019 by thevelvetclock

Have you ever noticed how do-it-yourself blogs and home improvement shows make everything look so easy? It’s not just the home… Read more Pain Behind the Process of DIY: A Lesson in Failure

DDIY Reclaimed Wood Ceiling

The DIY You Should Not Do Yourself

Posted on July 1, 2018May 9, 2019 by thevelvetclock

I’ve loved the look of reclaimed wood for some time now, and decided rather than do a reclaimed wood wall… Read more The DIY You Should Not Do Yourself

How to Make a Steampunk Cornice Board

Posted on June 3, 2018May 9, 2019 by thevelvetclock

Are you someone who loves to craft or do you craft out of necessity? Some love the activity of crafting,… Read more How to Make a Steampunk Cornice Board

Industrial Pipe Bookshelf

How to Make an Industrial Pipe Bookshelf

Posted on May 6, 2018May 9, 2019 by thevelvetclock

When we first started dreaming about a steampunk-inspired home office, we both wanted an industrial pipe bookshelf. Because of its… Read more How to Make an Industrial Pipe Bookshelf

Steampunk Home Office Reveal

Posted on April 1, 2018May 9, 2019 by thevelvetclock

After lots of planning, some trial and error, and tons of work, our home office is finally done! It took… Read more Steampunk Home Office Reveal

Fire Extinguisher Lamp

How to Transform a Vintage Fire Extinguisher into a Lamp

Posted on February 4, 2018May 9, 2019 by thevelvetclock

House projects always seem to take longer than I think they will. My goal last year was to finish redoing… Read more How to Transform a Vintage Fire Extinguisher into a Lamp

Steampunk Restaurant

Home Office Inspiration

Posted on August 6, 2017May 9, 2019 by thevelvetclock

We’ve dreamed about doing the home office for years, but it’s been on the back burner until this year. After… Read more Home Office Inspiration

A Simple Formula for an Easy, Quick Centerpiece for Every Season

Posted on July 30, 2017 by thevelvetclock

Have you ever found yourself finally removing the Christmas centerpiece on your table by the time Valentines rolls around? Life… Read more A Simple Formula for an Easy, Quick Centerpiece for Every Season

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