Archive for May 2012
a may thank you
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Read Moreshelf paper isn't just for shelves anymore…
I now have a built in in my family room that is 17 feet wide. It will soon be full of books, accessories and the occasional matchbox car. I was looking into my options of how to dress up the back of my bookcase and came up with a couple ideas. I could paint it…
Read Morehow hard can it be to paint a poppy?
I made a big mistake the other day. I fell in love with some fabric and even posted it on my moodboard for my laundry room. It has just the right burst of color and scale that I was looking for to create some sort of artwork for the wall. fabric.com The blues would bring…
Read Morea do it yourself rug
The search has begun for some rugs for the new basement space. I’d like to have at least three rugs down there. A neutral area rug for the family room section, something soft and durable. I’d love something pretty yet practical for the laundry room. For the play area section I’m looking for fun. I…
Read Morepillows from napkins
I struck gold on Sunday at the launching of The Shops At Target. Everything was a little spread out but I found what I was looking for. This was the only time I actually wished I had my kids with me so I could have told my 5 year old to run on ahead. This…
Read Morewashi tape tin
For the first time in my life I went to the Container Store today. It has now been added to my list of “Don’t let me go there with a credit card” stores. I found a new project in every aisle. I kept it realistic and came home with a couple good ones. My children…
Read Moreprivet house at target…
So is anyone else planning a trip to Target on Sunday? Target is launching The Shop At Target, a selection of specialty stores and boutiques partnering to make these items now accessible to Target’s customers. The collection includes The Webster which offers men’s and women’s clothing and accessories, The Candy Store for the sweet tooth…
Read Morevinyl crafts giveaway winner
Thank you to everyone who entered. Sher, please send an email so you can claim new artwork!
Read Morei'm not allowed in my basement
The six stairs leading down to the basement were stained today. This is great because they look fabulous, but this is also not so great because I’m not allowed down those stairs. I started unpacking things and sorting out what goes where but I’m not allowed to walk down the stairs and actually do it.…
Read Morelaundry room moodboard
So I have a functioning laundry room. Now for the fun part!
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