Because I don't have the talent or funds to stencil or anything onto my wall and so wallpaper would be an prime choice for my decorating preferences, however landlords and my fear of commitment have always stopped me. Whatever your reasons are for not using wallpaper to decorate, check out the history of this long time decorating tool. Early-15th-century wallpaper was created as a cheaper … [Read more...]
DIY Birdbath- How To Build Your Own
My mother in law is a nut for bird houses and eventually I too would like to have a few around my yard. However, I worry about my dogs sanity. Anyway now seeing these pictures of these creative bird baths I would love to have a few of these around as well. Maybe I'll limit it to the front yard and keep the back yard the doggy haven. Gives me something to look forward to in my upcoming … [Read more...]
Decorating With A Piano
I think the art of music has taken a sad turn. It used to be the sign of an uneducated, yet determined, person to not be able to read music, to play by ear. But these days it's the normal happening. Nothing against it really, almost my entire worship team can't read a lick of music. I just find it sad. I believe this is one of the reasons that the respect and reverence of music, and the … [Read more...]
DIY- Fun Home Made Stamps
You all know how much I love a good DIY project. The best part of these stamps is the hand drawn, hand made look is totally in right now meaning that you don't have to shoot for a professional look in order to make something you can use over and over again. These super awesome DIY cork stamps look like they're made of some foam glued to a cork. They make me want to crack open a bottle of wine … [Read more...]
You Only Get One First Impression
Before your guests even enter your home, they see your front walk way. This is actually the first impression people get, why do you think the witch in Hansel and Gretel made her home out of candy on the outside? So how do you make your home seem inviting, before you actually invite them in? 1. Create a mini room. A bench with cheery outdoor pillows, a hanging paper lantern and a framed … [Read more...]
8 Color Myths
There are statements out there concerning color that are true, there are some that have truth in them but have been tweeked here and there and then there are statements that are just plain untrue. A myth is something that has been spoken as a truth, mostly because who ever heard it thought it was, but is actually not entirely accurate. The myth: Blue is soothing. The truth: It depends on the … [Read more...]
The Worst Spot To Put Your Flat Screen TV
Even I have to admit that when I first got a flat screen I wanted to mount it above the fireplace but we rent and frankly it would be pointless because we never know when we're going to move and that would be a lot of work. Now I'm excited that we ended up going with a entertainment center instead. Why? It's Bad for the TV First and foremost, the heat and soot generated by a fireplace can raise … [Read more...]
DIY Pipe Lamp
Check out this awesome DIY pipe lamp! Supplies Needed: *various sizes and kinds of pipes (have a sketch when you go in to buy the materials so you get the right amount of sizes) in various textures. *spray paint in copper and bronze (to spray those pipes that are pvc or metal) *wood spindle pieces (you can find these by the stair railing parts) *Rub n Buff (I used the patina and gold) *Wood stain … [Read more...]
Building An Easy Tree House
As a kid I always always wanted a tree house and it is my dream to build one for my kids. However, first you need a tree. Until we get a good one in the yard, it will remain a dream but go ahead a look at the windows. Do you have a great tree in your yard? Here's What You Need Materials: Circular or hand saw Power drill with a philips screw bit Level 6"-8" screws or nails (nails are … [Read more...]
Kitchen Storage- Cabinets
Everyone knows that the kitchen is one of the hardest rooms to keep under control. Take a look at these clever, stylish and effective solutions for kitchen cabinets. Corner drawers. These are a twist on the corner cabinet, pulling out from the corner. You usually have to bend over backward or crawl on your hands and knees to find items inside a corner cabinet, but these fully accessible drawers … [Read more...]
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