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By Design- Home Decor and DIY Kits We are a DIY Kit and Mobile Workshop business that helps and empowers you to create home decor you wish existed.

Our kits and workshops take the guess work out for those out of practice to create, and spark the creativity for those itching to start making Painted, laser cut, and all things wood and home decor.

PSSST... A LITTLE THANK-YOU SALE IS HAPPENING TODAY!Since I'll be offline quite a bit over the next little while with fa...
10/11/2026

PSSST... A LITTLE THANK-YOU SALE IS HAPPENING TODAY!
Since I'll be offline quite a bit over the next little while with family commitments, workshops and markets, I thought I'd make it up to you with a few surprises!
TODAY ONLY — TWO CHRISTMAS FAVOURITES ARE ON SALE!
Our Rustic Christmas Cabin and Gingerbread Village are both on sale for ONE DAY ONLY!
Both are available in two options:
DIY Kit – Includes all the precut wood pieces, paint, brushes and glue. Everything you need to paint and assemble your project!
Just the Pieces (JTP) – All the precut wood pieces, ready for you to paint and assemble with your own supplies. No paint, brushes or glue included.
BUT WAIT... THERE'S MORE!
I've also hidden a few SECRET SALES throughout the website today!
I'm not telling you which items are discounted — you'll have to do a little browsing to find them!
AND HERE'S AN EXTRA BONUS FOR OUR FACEBOOK FOLLOWERS!
Want to save EVEN MORE on one of these two Christmas pieces?
Instead of ordering through the website, comment SOLD on this post with the design and option you'd like, and I'll round your sale price DOWN to the nearest whole $5!
FOR EXAMPLE:
Gingerbread Village DIY Kit: $51 online → $50 when you comment SOLD
Gingerbread Village Just the Pieces: $36.16 online → $35 when you comment SOLD
The same rounding-down offer applies to our Rustic Christmas Cabin!
HOW TO CLAIM YOURS:
Simply comment with your choice, such as:
SOLD – Village – DIY Kit
or
SOLD – Cabin – Just the Pieces
I'll confirm your order and your discounted price!
LIMITED QUANTITIES AVAILABLE FOR IMMEDIATE PICKUP!
8 Gingerbread Villages
10 Rustic Christmas Cabins
These are available for pickup today or tomorrow, while quantities last!
This is my little way of saying thank you for your patience and understanding while things are extra busy behind the scenes.
ALL SALES AND FACEBOOK BONUS PRICING END TONIGHT!
You can also browse the secret website sales here:
www.bydesign-decor.com
Thank you, as always, for supporting my little business. I appreciate it more than you know!
Happy shopping — and happy hunting for those secret sales! See less

A Little Change of Plans Today!Unfortunately, we weren't able to make it to Robert Plante today! Between a family weddin...
10/10/2026

A Little Change of Plans Today!
Unfortunately, we weren't able to make it to Robert Plante today! Between a family wedding and everything else happening behind the scenes, we've been pulled in a few too many directions this weekend.
We're disappointed to miss seeing everyone, but sometimes there just aren't enough hours in the day!
And on that note… WE'RE STILL LOOKING FOR A FEW EXTRA HANDS!
With our busy holiday market season quickly approaching, we're looking for:
Market Staff – Friendly, outgoing people to help represent By Design DIY Decor at our upcoming holiday markets.
Traveling Workshop Instructors – Creative, personable people who would love to lead our DIY workshops at off-site locations.
If you're reliable, enjoy working with people and think either opportunity might be a good fit, we'd love to hear from you!
Send us a private message for more information.
Thanks for your continued support and understanding. We're looking forward to seeing everyone at our upcoming markets and workshops!
By Design DIY Decor

A little reminder from By Design!(Check out to the end!)First, apologies for sharing this again! Unfortunately, our Face...
10/08/2026

A little reminder from By Design!
(Check out to the end!)

First, apologies for sharing this again! Unfortunately, our Facebook posts aren't reaching everyone, and we want to make sure no one misses any important updates.

The next week or so is incredibly busy between family commitments, private workshops, markets, classes and keeping up with orders!

As a one-person business, I'll have very limited time to respond to messages and emails over the next several days. I'll do my best to get back to everyone as quickly as possible, but please expect some delays.

A few important reminders:

We'll be at the Robert Plante Fall Market this Saturday and Sunday!

We'll be closed October 13–15.

Our October 16 Porch Leaner Workshop still has spaces available!

Thank you for your patience, understanding and continued support! I really appreciate everyone who takes the time to read, comment on or share our posts. It makes such a difference for a small business, especially when Facebook isn't showing our updates to everyone.

Looking forward to seeing some of you at the market this weekend!

And Christmas is also being posted all the time... have you checked it out?
www.bydesign-decor.com

Should we play a little this or that, to make sure this get seen?
Holiday edition?
Which vibe should we lean into more?
Rustic Cabin?
Traditional Gingerbread?

Please help us decide by saying Rustic, or Traditional here, or... throw us a loop and give us something else!!
The winner will be ON SALE tomorrow... so it matters if you vote!

A little heads-up from By Design!The next little while is going to be a BUSY one around here! Between private workshops,...
10/07/2026

A little heads-up from By Design!

The next little while is going to be a BUSY one around here! Between private workshops, family commitments, markets, scheduled classes and keeping up with all of your orders, my days are pretty packed.

Because By Design is a small, one-person business, my response time will be a little slower than usual over the next week or so. I’ll still be checking messages and emails whenever I can, but replies may not be immediate.

If you’ve sent me a message, please know I haven’t forgotten about you! I’m working my way through everything as quickly as I can while also making sure orders, workshops and market prep all get the attention they need.

There will also be a few days when I am completely closed and stepping away from messages.

Thank you so much for your patience and understanding during one of our busiest stretches. I truly appreciate it!

And if you’re looking to join us for a workshop, there are still spots available in our upcoming Porch Leaner Workshop!

Can you help me get this seen by everyone, and let me know what you are doing for this Thanksgiving weekend :) Family, quiet time? We wanna hear it all!

IT’S WEDNESDAY BRAG TIME! 🙌Okay, I’m bragging on my customers today because LOOK at what they made! One of my favourit...
10/07/2026

IT’S WEDNESDAY BRAG TIME! 🙌
Okay, I’m bragging on my customers today because LOOK at what they made!
One of my favourite parts of what I do is seeing everyone start with the same basic pieces and then completely make them their own.
Every Wednesday I’m going to share a few projects that deserve a little extra attention — whether they were made in one of our classes, from a DIY kit, or created for a custom order.
Made something from By Design that you’re proud of? Send me a picture! I may feature yours next Wednesday. ❤️

A little fabric. A little focus. A whole lot of “I need to make another one!” ✨Our upcoming Kinusaiga classes are alread...
10/06/2026

A little fabric. A little focus. A whole lot of “I need to make another one!” ✨

Our upcoming Kinusaiga classes are already 60% full—BOTH of them!

If you’ve been wanting to try this beautiful fabric art, come create with us at By Design DIY Decor. There’s something so satisfying about watching your picture come together, one little section at a time. Fair warning: this might become your next creative addiction! 🤭

And you don’t have to make a Christmas piece! Choose from:

🎄 Christmas designs—wreaths, snowmen, reindeer and more
🍂 Fall favourites—pumpkins, sunflowers and a little Halloween “Just because” designs—flowers, a cardinal or a peaceful landscape

Pick something for your home, make a thoughtful gift, or simply enjoy a little creative time for yourself.

Grab a friend, choose your pattern and book your spot while there’s still room!

Browse the class dates and register here:
https://www.bydesign-decor.com/workshops-and-studio-booking

Make a porch sign you’ll love! 🎨Join our Porch Sign Class and choose what you’d like to create:Friday October 16th, 6:30...
10/05/2026

Make a porch sign you’ll love! 🎨

Join our Porch Sign Class and choose what you’d like to create:
Friday October 16th, 6:30pm

• 4-foot single sided
• 4-foot double sided
• 5-foot single sided
• 5-foot double sided
• An interchangeable porch sign

Choose single sided for one design, or double sided for two designs on the same sign—just flip it when you’re ready for a change!

Our interchangeable signs let you change the look by swapping seasonal inserts.

Which style would you make?
Custom designs welcome!
( Please note, currently you will just choose what you would like to make, and then I will follow up with your choices!)

View the class options and book your spot:
https://www.bydesign-decor.com/product-page/porch-sign-class

Gather your friends and make something you’ll love with By Design DIY Decor!Planning a girls’ night, family get-together...
10/05/2026

Gather your friends and make something you’ll love with By Design DIY Decor!

Planning a girls’ night, family get-together, birthday or holiday celebration?Work team building? Family celebration? No reason at all? Host a private DIY party with two ways to create:

A private workshop in my North Gower studio
Bring your group to my workshop, where I’ll guide you through painting and assembling your chosen projects. Enjoy time together and leave with décor you’ve made yourself!

A self-led DIY party at your own location
I prepare the DIY kits with the pieces, paint and supplies you need. You gather your friends and paint and assemble your projects together, at your own pace. “Self-led” means I don’t attend to teach—you run the gathering yourselves. Perfect for a cozy craft night at home!

Choose from seasonal, holiday and everyday designs, with colours to make your piece your own. Pricing depends on the project each person chooses.

✨ OCTOBER HOSTESS OFFERS ✨
Book during October for a party taking place in October, November or December:

🎁 Self-led party with 6 or more people: The hostess receives her project FREE, up to a $55 credit. Choose a higher-priced piece and pay the difference.

🎁 Private studio workshop with 6 or more guests, PLUS the hostess: The hostess receives a $50 credit toward her project.

The photos show just a few creations made by our guests—there are plenty of designs to choose from!

💬 Message me to arrange your party and claim your October hostess offer!
Browse project ideas at www.bydesign-decor.com.

PORCH SIGN WORKSHOP — SO MANY OPTIONS! https://www.bydesign-decor.com/product-page/porch-sign-classPLEASE NOTE- This is ...
10/02/2026

PORCH SIGN WORKSHOP — SO MANY OPTIONS!
https://www.bydesign-decor.com/product-page/porch-sign-class

PLEASE NOTE- This is the sign up, we will follow up with options when you choose what you would like to make, HOWEVER if you have a custom idea... please message us! There are way too many options to post here!

Our Porch Sign Class is coming up, and this one is all about making a sign that works for your home! Whether you want a classic Welcome sign, a double-sided seasonal sign, or one of our interchangeable designs, you get to choose.
📅 Friday, October 6th
⏰ 6:30 PM
📍 By Design DIY Decor – North Gower
🎨 Class time: up to 3 hours
CHOOSE YOUR PORCH SIGN
4 FT PORCH SIGN
• One-Sided
• Double-Sided
• No Frame
• Faux Frame option available
5 FT PORCH SIGN
• One-Sided
• Double-Sided
• No Frame
🏡 INTERCHANGEABLE “WELCOME TO OUR HOME”
Want one sign you can change throughout the year? Choose our Welcome to Our Home design and select your favourite interchangeable pieces!
4 FT
• 4 interchangeable inserts OR 8 inserts
• No Frame OR Faux Frame
5 FT
• 4 interchangeable inserts OR 8 inserts
• No Frame OR Faux Frame
🍁🎃🎄❄️🌷☀️ Change your inserts with the seasons and holidays instead of changing your whole porch sign!
HOW THE CLASS WORKS
Choose your size, style and options when ordering, and we'll have your project pieces prepared and ready for you at class.
You'll have up to 3 hours of class time to paint, stain and assemble your sign. Because there are so many different options — especially double-sided signs and interchangeable designs — not every project is guaranteed to be completely finished within the 3-hour class. If yours needs a little extra finishing, you'll be able to take it home to complete.
This is a great chance to make one of our larger projects while having us there to walk you through it!
Spaces will be limited. ❤️
https://www.bydesign-decor.com/product-page/porch-sign-class
Tell me below — are you choosing 4 ft or 5 ft? One-sided, double-sided, or interchangeable?

PORCH SIGN WORKSHOP — SO MANY OPTIONS! 🎄Our Porch Sign Class is coming up, and this one is all about making a sign that ...
10/02/2026

PORCH SIGN WORKSHOP — SO MANY OPTIONS! 🎄
Our Porch Sign Class is coming up, and this one is all about making a sign that works for your home! Whether you want a classic Welcome sign, a double-sided seasonal sign, or one of our interchangeable designs, you get to choose.
📅 Friday, October 6th
⏰ 6:30 PM
📍 By Design DIY Decor – North Gower
🎨 Class time: up to 3 hours
CHOOSE YOUR PORCH SIGN
4 FT PORCH SIGN
• One-Sided
• Double-Sided
• No Frame
• Faux Frame option available
5 FT PORCH SIGN
• One-Sided
• Double-Sided
• No Frame
🏡 INTERCHANGEABLE “WELCOME TO OUR HOME”
Want one sign you can change throughout the year? Choose our Welcome to Our Home design and select your favourite interchangeable pieces!
4 FT
• 4 interchangeable inserts OR 8 inserts
• No Frame OR Faux Frame
5 FT
• 4 interchangeable inserts OR 8 inserts
• No Frame OR Faux Frame
🍁🎃🎄❄️🌷☀️ Change your inserts with the seasons and holidays instead of changing your whole porch sign!
HOW THE CLASS WORKS
Choose your size, style and options when ordering, and we'll have your project pieces prepared and ready for you at class.
You'll have up to 3 hours of class time to paint, stain and assemble your sign. Because there are so many different options — especially double-sided signs and interchangeable designs — not every project is guaranteed to be completely finished within the 3-hour class. If yours needs a little extra finishing, you'll be able to take it home to complete.
This is a great chance to make one of our larger projects while having us there to walk you through it!
Spaces will be limited. ❤️
Tell me below — are you choosing 4 ft or 5 ft? One-sided, double-sided, or interchangeable?

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Monday 6pm - 9pm
Tuesday 9am - 5pm
Wednesday 9am - 5pm
Thursday 9am - 5pm
Friday 9am - 5pm
Saturday 10am - 8pm
Sunday 10am - 8pm

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