As a follow-up to my recent post on eclectic wall decor, I wanted to show my readers my finished wall collage and a few pointers on how you at home can create your own. I used multiple sizes and materials for … Continue reading
Monthly Archives: October 2012
10 DIY fall centerpiece ideas
I have been on the hunt this week for some great centerpiece ideas and I think I have found some that qualify as DIY and that can be used from Halloween through Thanksgiving! I love the pumpkin tray above and … Continue reading
vintage bedtime stories baby shower
This was a fun baby shower I helped throw for my dear sister-in-law. We wanted to do a vintage style bedtime stories theme. I found these great children’s illustrations in an old nursery rhyme book and photocopied them and glued them to … Continue reading
best handmade baby and kids halloween costumes
It’s time for a little Halloween fun! I went through the etsy Halloween costume listings and found some great handmade Halloween costumes for babies and toddlers! First one that struck my eye was this bright red “Raggedy Ann” wig. It … Continue reading
photo projects you can do this weekend
I have found some great photo projects with tutorials online and thought they would make the perfect weekend project for my readers who need something to keep them busy! The above photos are mounted on pine wood planks painted in … Continue reading
host a halloween cocktail party!
If you are in the mood for a Halloween Party check out these spooky cocktails. They can really add some charm to a party and would be fun to put together. If you are like me you might need one … Continue reading
how to host a baby shower
last week I posted some tips on how to plan the perfect party, I thought a good follow-up post would be to show some images from my baby shower a few years ago. My mom, sisters and I planned this party … Continue reading
what to do with empty jars, bottles and other glass containers
I love tutorials that help reuse items. Here are some great tutorials (simply click on image for the tutorial link) with ideas of what to do with empty jars and glass bottles and containers. Above is a tutorial on how … Continue reading
new ideas for painting furniture, go bold
So, the easiest way in my book to make over a space always involves paint. I love to paint my furniture when I have the time if I am feeling that it needs a revamp. Here are a few inspiration … Continue reading
colorful outdoor places around the world
Everyone needs a little color in their Monday, so I decided to post these beautiful travel pictures I found recently. Wouldn’t it be cool if there were more “Umbrella Sky” walkways? Who knew laundry could be so beautiful? Against the … Continue reading