I just adore decorating for the seasons. But right now with three college classes, design work and running a household for my family most of the decorating I do must fall under the “Swifty and thrifty” categories. My mantle (err fantle~faux mantle) within our entertainment center was no exception. Here's how to create A Fun Fall Mantel in Under 10 Minutes. A Fun Fall Mantel in Under 10 Minutes The biggest challenge is that the space above the television is so dark. It is like a black hole. ... View the Post
Bacon Pancakes, Makin Bacon Pancakes
If you have a child you may be well familiar with Bacon Pancakes, Makin Bacon Pancakes. Bacon Pancakes, Makin Bacon Pancakes Its popularity was brought on by this little ditty sung by Jake the dog of “Adventure Time”. Warning: you WILL sing this song after hearing it. Generally as a rule, when we host a sleepover a big breakfast is involved. Sweet Guy’s friend, G. wanted to know if I could make this kid-approved delicacy. I thought “Why not!” So I bought some maple bacon thinking it ... View the Post
Annie Sloan Painted Wall Technique
I am a fan of walls that appear to have centuries of patina created by layers of paint, smoke, and age. This is how we created an Annie Sloan Painted Wall Technique. Annie Sloan Painted Wall Technique There is a small and narrow hallway that leads to the master bedroom in our home. The right side wall has an architectural niche that measures 19 inches wide by 52 inches in height at its tallest point. The niche begs for a fantastically oversized French statue but alas the right one has ... View the Post
An Easy Way To Fix A Blouse That is Too Big
I recently spied a darling white blouse on a $10 clearance rack. The style was reminiscent of Kate Spade. I could easily imagine how versatile the blouse would be and began searching the racks searching for my size. There was none to be found. Don’t you just HATE that? My choice was either a size 2 (never gonna happen) and a size 12. The 12 was way too big. You can see a definite gap in the underarm area. But here is An Easy Way To Fix A Blouse That is Too Big. An Easy Way To Fix A Blouse ... View the Post
A Free Couch For The Man Cave Updated for $12.00
As I mentioned in an earlier post I have begun working on the man cave. We recently did a couch swap with the Fashionista. It resulted in A Free Couch For The Man Cave Updated for $12.00. A Free Couch For The Man Cave Updated for $12.00 You may remember the couch that was in this room. Not exactly “gamer” friendly. But the Fashionista has loved it since the day I dragged it home from the thrift store. Believe it or not, I WILLINGLY swapped it for this tired, worn out Ikea Ektorp ... View the Post
Creating Miniature Paper Airplanes and Fun Crafts
It would seem that many people like paper airplanes and of course everything is cuter when it is miniature. This tutorial shares Creating Miniature Paper Airplanes and Fun Crafts. You can’t beat a good garland. Creating Miniature Paper Airplanes and Fun Crafts Particularly if it’s made from vintage maps and hung on the ceiling. Or on a cake. I adore this nursery mobile. I love a good love note or party invite. Which can lead to paper airplane confetti. What about a paper ... View the Post
- « Previous Page
- 1
- …
- 143
- 144
- 145
- 146
- 147
- …
- 171
- Next Page »