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!

 

 

Easter Baskets for Him ~

Holiday | Easter Inspiration

Do you give your sweetie an Easter Basket? I am always a sucker and love coming up with fun "basket" ideas for my hubby. 

Here is his basket from last year (note: my darling is a UW Husky fan)

I know it is last minute (but that is kinda how I roll) but here are a few fun ideas for "his" Easter Basket.

My hubby loves golf, so a range golf bucket would be fun to fill to the brim with golf accessories and jelly beans of course!

 

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You can't go wrong with a grill basket for the bbq - sun, please come out!

 

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If you man enjoys a cigar, an empty cigar box (he would probably prefer it filled) would be fun. You can pick up empty cigar boxes at your local cigar shop - they make great containers for craft supplies too!

How about for the bar, an ice/wine bucket.

I mean, who could say no to an ice bucket filled with peeps!

 

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Just remember, it doesn't have to be a basket! It is also fun to switch up your kiddos baskets as well!

One More Bunny ~

Easter | Holiday Inspiration

So our final bunny, is also my favorite bunny. I am very much in the "less is more" state and I think this super simplified guy looks great. 

Simplified Bunny:

Yep, he is my favorite.  I love the colors, the textures and the fact there are only three pieces (except for the bunny of course). So, I hope you got some inspiration either for Easter or really for anything else. 

 

Creating all these bunnies was fun afternoon with my Mom - thanks Mom!

If you missed any, you can see them here, here and here. 

Have a terrific weekend!

Yes, Still More Bunny Love ~

Easter | Holiday Inspiration

Well up today is Radish Bunny, Mr. McGregor's Bunny and Playful Bunny.

Up first, Red Radish Bunny:

I saw these at the store, and instantly had to have them. Yes, I do enjoy radishes, but the bright colors made me feel Spring! I think this would be so great in big bunches down the center of the table. 

Here is our bunny straight from Mr. McGregor's Garden:

Who can resist carrots and bunnies? I mean really!

And last up, Playful Bunny:

This bunny just makes me want to sit at the kids table! The fun cheerful pastel eggs make me want to go and dye eggs. 

Okay, that is 9, just one more...

More Bunny Love ~

Easter | Holiday Inspiration

We are on day 2 of our Easter Inspiration! I am hoping these ideas and/or inspirations will get you in he mood for your Easter table.

Today we have Yellow Bunny, Woodland Bunny and Antique Bunny - are you ready?

First up, Woodland Bunny:

He is another one of my favorites. I love the rich colors and natural beauty of the sticks, nest and moss. And of course all is not complete without a hint of bling (another earring). This is a great way to bring in your own natural landscape right into your decor. You could easily add a touch of glam with a few beaded/jeweled candle holders.

 Second up, Yellow Bunny (I do believe appropriately named):

I think it would be super fun to stick to one color, yellow in this case. Yellow flowers, yellow faux eggs, yellow glittery butterflies, yellow Easter grass - all next to crisp white dishes.

And Antique Bunny:

  I am in love with the vintage postcard which you could easily use in lieu of place cards - The Graphics Fairy has a few great images for download. I think these Victorian-esque eggs are just perfect and the colors are a great match.

Stay turned for more bunnies tomorrow!

Bunny Love ~

Easter | Holiday Inspiration       

In hopes of getting you all in the mood for your Easter entertaining, my Mom and I decided to dress up this little guy in various themes - 10 to be exact! 

 Now, I realize that you might not have this exact bunny in your Easter decor, but I thought this would be a fun way to show a few different styles you could incorporate into your own decor. Oh, and everything I used I had on hand - so you don't have to go buy anything!

So today we will be starting with Vintage Bunny:

He is one of my favorites - I really like the rich color of the ribbon and the pop of the light blue egg. The vintage paper eggs would be great spread down a table with various stacked books, intermingled with several pastel blue eggs, maybe a hint of gold in a few candle holders and some rustic "Easter grass" to soften the edges.

Next up,  Elegant Bunny:

Again with the vintage paper but here with a touch of bling. I really like the combo of the creamy whites and sparkly jewels.

And lastly (at least for today), Romantic Bunny:

 This is definitely a very soft and very romantic look.  I love the look of the "faux" pearls and flowing ribbon and the sparkle of the rhinestones (is is actually an earring!) This would be great with a few tea lights and maybe a few pink jellybeans scattered about.

Be sure to check in tomorrow for more theme inspiration!

                                                

Fabric Flower with Silhouette & Great March Promo ~

DIY | Easter Inspiration

Today I will show a little project using the Clean Cut Fabric Interfacing from Silhouette. Remember they have a great promo going on this week (details at the bottom).

I started by downloading the "3d Flowers" from the Silhouette Online Store for .99 cents. I then ironed on my interfacing to my fabric and cut out my shapes (really like magic).

I then crumpled up my pedals a bit and assembled my flower.

I then gathered a few supplies to make an Easter basket.

And I think my fabric flower makes a great addition!

Here are the promotion details:

• A Silhouette SD
• One of each fabric interfacing (clean cut & sewable)
• A roll of white flocked heat transfer material 

All for $229!

Also, readers that already have a Silhouette can get 25% off fabric interfacing...whoot, whoot!

All you need to do is enter "INSPIRE" as your promo code.

My Fabric Egg & Silhouette March Promo ~

DIY | Easter Inspiration 

Silhouette has a great promotion staring today, so they sent me samples of their new Heat Transfer Fabric Interfacing - both sewable and clean cu for me to play with. Today I am going to show you a little project with the sewable variety. 

 Now I want to be very clear, I am not a seamstress (not even close). I truly am still learning how to use my sewing machine (yes, a bit embarassing) - and I thought this product was amazing! It was like magic watching my Silhouette cut the fabric. 

I started by creating a simple egg shape in Silhouette Studio, ironing on my interfacing and instantly I had these two shapes cut and ready to go.
 The interfacing definitely made my flimsy fabric feel much more substantial.

I sewed them together and stuffed my egg (don't laugh at my "bunchiness" - operator error).

I made a few linen flowers. And attached them to my egg (yes, with hot glue. I know this is a sewing project, but I love me some hot glue).

I then decided to add a little ribbon to the top to hang.

 

Now for the awesome deal from Silhouette!

Our lovely friends over at Silhouette are offering a great package deal:

• A Silhouette SD
• One of each fabric interfacing (clean cut & sewable)
• A roll of white flocked heat transfer material 

For $229....yep, that is a great deal!  

Also, readers that already have a Silhouette can get 25% off fabric interfacing...whoot, whoot!

All you need to do is enter "INSPIRE" as your promo code.

Act soon, as this offer is only good until the 27th.



Today is the last day to vote!