Let’s talk scalloped mirrors! Like any good home decor blogger, I love a stylish mirror. Mirrors are great for adding interest, making a space look larger, and opening up a room. They make a great focal point, and are the perfect addition to a gallery wall, mantle, or anywhere you’d like to add a bit …
One simple, creative way that I use to celebrate different holiday with my kids is to create easy, themed snack mixes. My kids LOVE them, they take almost no time to put together, and they’re a fun way to mark holidays and special occasions. With Valentine’s Day coming up, I wanted to create a themed snack …
I love perusing and studying beautiful homes…and I love sharing them with you all! Today’s California home is bright, light and fun. If you aren’t familiar with Kristy Wicks and her lovely style, you’ll want to head over to her blog and plan on spending a bit of time over there:) These images are from last …
Looking for a fun paper craft? An easy Valentine’s Day treat? These paper fortune cookies are a simple, versatile, and fun paper crafting project! I created them using some of my favorite adult coloring book pages, but you can use scrapbook paper or wrapping paper for a fun twist! Materials: Paper Fortunes (download printable fortunes …
“I like things to happen. And if they don’t happen, I like to make them happen.” -Winston Churchill This inspirational Churchill quote is available as a free printable! Perfect for an office or teenager’s bedroom. Just download, print and frame for instant and meaningful art! Happy Friday!
Everyone loves the rustic inspired, Fixer Upper style that is so popular these days. Today, I’m sharing vignettes and tablescapes that can help inspire your own home decor! A vignette, in decorating terms, is a small grouping of objects on a shelf/table/bookcase, that tell a story about you and your home. A well-styled vignette is pleasing …
I always love a good Anthropologie find. When I saw this striped tray the other day, I loved it’s simplicity and versatility. I also knew I could make my own ceramic painted plate for a small fraction of the cost… Materials: Ceramic Tray Paintbrush Acrylic or Ceramic Paint Step 1: I wanted to freehand my …
Wall art. Sometimes you want to DIY it (see this DIY wall art compilation, as well as this one), and sometimes, for whatever reason, you just want to buy it. But, you don’t want to buy something a) that looks better online than in person or b) overly expensive. So, today, I’m sharing my 10 …
Here in the mid-Atlantic, we’ve had a LOT of snow to deal with over the last few days…these oatmeal cookies, along with lots of books, Netflix and hot cocoa, are near the top of the list of things that made it all bearable. I love the texture and taste of oatmeal cookies…and with the addition …
Our updated living room! Sharing tips, images and ideas for a comfortable, stylish, and affordable living space! Looking back over my home tour page, I’m amazed at how much things have changed over the last year or so. We’ve recently made some big changes in our living room, and I’m excited to share some new images today… …
This watercolor doily garland was one of those easy (30 minutes!) craft projects where I was able to create something fun using items I already had on hand (YAY!) This watercolor garland consists of painted doilies strung together on bakers twine. Keep reading to see how to make it! Materials: Watercolors White Doilies Bakers Twine (mine …
Today, I want to talk a little about Etsy vs. society6. As many of you know, I’ve been on Etsy for over 6 years now. Over the past few months, I’ve been adding items to and putting the finishing touches on my society6 storefront. When people hear this, they always have questions about how society6 works, …