Pergola Over The Garage
A white pergola, more boxwoods, and a splash of purple
HGTV Dream Home [DIY Style]
Were you one of the many millions who watched the HGTV Dream Home 2012? I missed the actual broadcast, but thankfully it will run endlessly throughout the week. I did manage to watch some of the on-line clips. I also scoured the photo's on the HGTV site. I love the architecture.
I thought it would be fun to review the home as "potential DIY projects". Here is my take on all the ideas that could be replicated.
Starting in the great-room; I am a huge fan of ceiling treatments and this board and batten would not be too difficult
framing four large squares of fabric for a grouping
clustering square coffee tables together to make a large custom size one
adding coffee beans around candles
Line a hallway with lanterns and electric candles. I think this would look great as mis-matched ones as well
Add hooks into the bathroom design
Customize a simple framed mirror
by adding nailheads
Make a custom pet bed
Make candle holders from architectural objects
Paint an American Flag on wood. This would be great using pallet boards!
I think that is enough pinterest projects for now. Did you have a favorite? Would you ever replicate any of them?
I thought it would be fun to review the home as "potential DIY projects". Here is my take on all the ideas that could be replicated.
Starting in the great-room; I am a huge fan of ceiling treatments and this board and batten would not be too difficult
framing four large squares of fabric for a grouping
clustering square coffee tables together to make a large custom size one
adding coffee beans around candles
Line a hallway with lanterns and electric candles. I think this would look great as mis-matched ones as well
Add hooks into the bathroom design
Customize a simple framed mirror
by adding nailheads
Make a custom pet bed
Make candle holders from architectural objects
Paint an American Flag on wood. This would be great using pallet boards!
I think that is enough pinterest projects for now. Did you have a favorite? Would you ever replicate any of them?
A New Year
It's 2012! I am excited for the unknown.....how will the year unfold? I am not going to give you a long list of things I want to accomplish or achieve this year. I don't believe in resolutions. Instead, I want to go forward with an intention. Knowing that nothing feels better than a job well done; my intention is to focus on the task at hand. Giving it my best energy at that moment.
These quotes (via pinterest) are my intentions for the New Year
Do you have a favorite quote? What inspires you to do your best?
These quotes (via pinterest) are my intentions for the New Year
Do you have a favorite quote? What inspires you to do your best?
Don't Chuck that Holiday Card
Yesterday, I was "tweeting" with Beckie, from Cubicle 57. She was asking the question, "how long do you keep your holiday cards?" Well, If you are a "potential craft project"
If at all possible, keep then out of the landfill and repurpose them into one of these many crafty ideas...
Make a Holly Leaf Wreath
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A fun Gift Tag
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Small Holiday Box
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Card Cones to fill with candy
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Monigram Labels
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Holiday Gift Bags
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Christmas Card Puzzle House
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Holiday Place Card
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Wine Gift Tag
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Do you have a favorite? Would you make any of these? Is your paper shredder running?
Semi Home-Made Piping
I needed some maroon/burgundy piping, and if you read my post yesterday, you can guess which room I will use it in. During my 31-day's series, I shared with you how to make custom piping. I also shared the wide assortment of ready-made piping that is available. Well, I forgot to mention another option, semi home-made piping. OK, I made the name up....but that's what it is! Here is what you need;
Several packages of wide bias tape (the less folds, the better)
Now, how to make it...
Press open all the bias tape. Note, be careful with your iron setting. There is a high polyester content, so keep it low.
To make one continuous length of piping, you will need to join all the strips together. Bias tape (hence the name) is cut on a bias, so you will need to sew the strips together on the bias. This will alow the strips to have some give and also keep your seams less bulky. With right sides together, and allowing an overhang on both pieces, sew along the white line (corner to corner)
Remember to take a few stitches backward so your stitches will be locked in place
Press it open
Place the cording inside the bias tape and fold over
Using a zipper foot, position the needle of the sewing machine as close to the cording as possible
Here is the trick to getting it tight; give a slight pull on the bias tape while sewing. You will need to pull from the top (behind the needle) as well as the bottom. This slight stretch of resistance will give you a nicer finished product.
13 yards later
You have piping the color and width you wanted. Now think of all the fun things you can do with contrast piping. Are you tackling any projects before the New Year?
***Linking to Addicted 2 Decorating***
Several packages of wide bias tape (the less folds, the better)
Cording the width and length you desire
Press open all the bias tape. Note, be careful with your iron setting. There is a high polyester content, so keep it low.
To make one continuous length of piping, you will need to join all the strips together. Bias tape (hence the name) is cut on a bias, so you will need to sew the strips together on the bias. This will alow the strips to have some give and also keep your seams less bulky. With right sides together, and allowing an overhang on both pieces, sew along the white line (corner to corner)
Remember to take a few stitches backward so your stitches will be locked in place
Go all the way to the corner, and back-stitch, again
Trim off the excess
Place the cording inside the bias tape and fold over
Using a zipper foot, position the needle of the sewing machine as close to the cording as possible
Here is the trick to getting it tight; give a slight pull on the bias tape while sewing. You will need to pull from the top (behind the needle) as well as the bottom. This slight stretch of resistance will give you a nicer finished product.
13 yards later
You have piping the color and width you wanted. Now think of all the fun things you can do with contrast piping. Are you tackling any projects before the New Year?
***Linking to Addicted 2 Decorating***
Wedding Color Combinations
...Well, not exactly! I am actually trying to make a decision for my dining room. I need to decide on a color combination. I have found that the best place for color combinations, color schemes, and color stories are on wedding sites! Let me tell you, the brides of today are ON IT!! Those ladies are organized, and the searches are unlimited. They are also "pinning" away.
So, with the help of pinterest, and all of the wonderfully organized brides, would you please help me decide on a dining room color combination? Here is my dilemma
Option 1: Burgundy & teal
OR...Option 2: Burgundy & green
Do you have a favorite? Does either of these color combinations speak to you?
So, with the help of pinterest, and all of the wonderfully organized brides, would you please help me decide on a dining room color combination? Here is my dilemma
Option 1: Burgundy & teal
OR...Option 2: Burgundy & green
Do you have a favorite? Does either of these color combinations speak to you?