Easter Project ~

Easter | Inspiration

I thought this would be a fun re-post with Easter right around the corner...
it was one of those timeless projects.

Also, I have a great $50 Urban Walls Giveaway going on right now

 if it haven't entered be sure to check it out!

I recently picked up this egg at Michaels and my husband kept asking "What ARE you going to do with this?" Well I decided to transform my blue foam egg!

I started by spray painting it Heirloom White -

I then mixed together silver and gold paint and sort of "fauxed" the egg to give it a little texture -

And what egg is complete without a few dots - 

 

Added a ribbon - 

 

And I wanted to make a tag so I grabbed one of these frames I picked up at Michaels for $1 - 

 

And put it all together- 

 

I just love how it turned out!

 

 

DIY Goodwill Frame ~

DIY | Inspiration

Here is a Goodwill frame I recently picked up and turned into a regal piece of art.

 Easy squeeze-y!

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Power of Paint ~

DIY | Inspiration

I have been wanting to paint our bar stools for some time, but kept thinking to do it right I should strip and sand and paint and blah and blah...but I got the itch to spray paint them after this post from Beth at Home Stories A2Z. Yes, she did sand them first...and yes that is probably the proper way to do it...but I, well, didn't. 

I did however prime them first with Zinsser primer (oh, I love you) and then sprayed them with Rustoleum Black in Semi-gloss. 

They are SOOOO much better. And the fabric (newly reupholstered) looks like different fabric. And when I say "different" I mean "better".

We had the problem of our floors, cabinets and bar stools all matched making our kitchen a see of orange - lovely. 

Now there is a spot for your eyes to take a mini break.

Oh, and I did a little sanding/staining to distress them a bit. One it looks good and two it will help mask the distressing that will happen from my darling kiddos.

So if you are thinking of painting something or yours...just go do it!

Easy Squeezy Book Aging ~

DIY | Inspiration

As my darling hubby was not jumping up and down for my latest "door art", I decided to reshuffle a few things on the bookcase. First things first, I grabbed all of my vintage books...love them! But realized I need a few more. 

So I grabbed a few "new" books (the one on the right already had a little elbow grease into it).

Grabbed my sand paper, and sanded, sanded and...yes, sanded some more.

Don't they look great?

I will fair warn you, this is messy. Like super messy, especially with the black binding. I would have showed you a shot "during" but my hands were covered. You could even go a step further and add a little Distress Ink to the edges.

I think they look great mixed right in with the vintage ones. And you can pick them up at Goodwill for super cheap!

Painted Mason Jars ~

DIY | Inspiration

So have you jumped in and painted your mason jars yet? I haven't, but oh I am close. I just love the look and what a great way to reuse!

I think the hot glue gun word is super fun too!

via flowermag.com

Goodwill Candlestick ~

DIY | Inspiration

Do you remember this guy I picked up at the Goodwill?

Well I painted him, sanded him and game him new life...well, at least a nice fresh look. 

Not that there is anything wrong with dusty and boring.

I love how with just a little paint and some sandpaper, you can have a totally different look.

I am out of tall candles at the moment, so a pedestal it is!

Clock Top Table ~

DIY | Inspiration

So yes, I love clocks...not the digital-annoying-wake-you-up kind, but lovely clocks with detailed hands and rustic faces. I was sad the day this one no longer worked. He is big and grand, but sadly not in the misfit closet. So I pulled him out the other day determined to find a use for his lovely face.

Remember this Goodwill table?

Well, if you add a large clock face to a kinda-boring table, you get a one-of-a-kind side table with just a touch of whimsy!

Yes, it is possible that your hubby may look at you sideways, but you might just fall in love. 

Before:

After:

When the weather gets a bit warmer, I might give that base a nice coat of black...or maybe find a new home for my lovely clock face altogether.

Ah, the beauty of an ever evolving home!

A larger table? check

A use for my lovely clock? check

A fun unique piece? check

Hubby renewed love for my creative side? we will see! 


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Joy Frame ~

DIY | Holiday Project Inspiration

 Here is a fun, easy and inexpensive project to add to your holiday decor - or possibly a hostess gift for that hard to buy for friend (we all have them!). 

You will need sheet music (or any paper), a 5x7 frame and a smaller frame for the middle.

I simply cut the sheet music to size

Printed out "joy" and cut it to size

Grabbed my handy hot glue gun and attached the frame directly to the sheet music

And added just a little bling

Super easy and festive!

Materials:

Sheet Music - Goodwill

5x7 Frame - The Dollar Tree

Small Frame - Michaels

Jewels - Michaels

Spray Paint Love ~

DIY | Inspiration

As you all know, I am a huge fan of spray paint - but really who isn't? So I thought I would show you a few of my latest spray paint victims.

I picked up this super cute and very blue box for .99 cents. I love the hardware, but the color was a tad too bright.

Ah, much better!

And looks fabulous with a few Fall pumpkins.

I love the feet and lion heads on this "container", but it was looking a little rough.

But a light spray and lookin' good.

I now have it holding my hand and dish soap right next to the kitchen sink...love it!

I picked up this wooden sign for $1 and although I agree with the whole chocolate sentiment, it was perfect for a little Boo...

Ah, Boo-ified.

And here are the heavy hitters for the post - Hammered Brown, Heirloom White and Satin Black. Rustoleum...have I told you how much I love you lately?