Cutie pie, right?

We are close with her family so it was a pleasure to photograph her and I can’t wait to watch her grow.

Happy Friday to you all!

Sarah

BEFORE:

The bedroom started with this blue. I believe it is Raindrop by Sherwin Williams.  A few years ago I got the bright idea to also paint the ceiling blue. I glazed it so it was wispy like the sky.

But the carpet is also blue. More of a blue-gray.  Then 2 years ago I bought this awesome blue tufted sofa at a yard sale.

But after a while it just looked like a sea of different shades of blue.  Bor-ing!

Don’t worry, that’s not dirty laundry, it’s the “to be donated’” pile; and it’s gone now

What really sparked the entire paint job? This hideous white fan.

one of the metal arms snapped during use. I can’t be without a fan so I went to Lowes to get a new one.

During my trip the wheels started turning and after having a conversation with myself I knew if I was going to take the fan down I really should repaint the ceiling while I’m at it. But. If I was going to paint the ceiling I’d have to paint the walls too…

I took every gallon and quart of every beige-y paint I had left over and mixed it all in a 5 galloon bucket for a custom color. I had just enough to do the walls after painting the ceiling with a gallon of ceiling paint.

Here is a hint at the finished paint job

And the fan that started it all.

I thought it would be fun to start a new series called, Evolution of a Bedroom. 

I don’t know how long this series will last and the postings might be a little erratic without a scheduled timeline but that’s how I like it. The bedroom will evolve very organically and I’ll take you every step of the way.  I already have some ideas for a new headboard and a change to the seating arrangement at the foot of the bed. 

Will you come along for the ride?

This handmade egg holder. I’ve been a little obsessed with ceramics lately. I can’t seem to get enough.

A white ceramic plant holder

The vintage tin.  It’s never to early to start shopping for Christmas when you make a lot of the presents you give.  This cute little guy will make an awesome candle.

This awesome vase

This old perfume bottle will make a cute vase to sit on the windowsill in the kitchen when I have just one flower to display

These 2 lightweight spring/fall jackets

And this beautiful poppy scarf.  I’ll probably use it in my next jewelry collection.

Has anyone else found any good thrift store deals lately?

Have an awesome day!

Sarah

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I showed you a peak into some of the V-day crafts we’ve been up to around here last week.  For little man’s party on Tuesday I wanted to do something a little different and give parent’s a break from the sugar high they are bound to come home with.

A simple paper windmill is attached with a small brad to a festive pencil for a sweet gift.

florist foam in a terracotta pot makes for pretty presentation and easy transportation

A simple message suitable for boys or girls

The brad inserts easily into the eraser

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I hope everyone has a wonderful day!

Sarah

I’ve got a few things I’d like to work on but it’s hard to get motivated. So if it seems like I’ve been MIA, now you know why…

BUT we have been doing a few things to get prepared for a certain holiday next week (and our anniversary later in the month).  I’ve never decorated for Valentine’s Day before except for a Heart shaped wreath on the door that I still haven’t gotten on the front door that will make it’s debut today but with little man it’s fun to get festive even for the littlest of holidays. PLUS, it gives me an excuse to get crafty

I’m not a big candy person, so instead of candy, little man’s class mates are getting these fun paper windmills

A sweet little “Love” garland

I did venture into Goodwill last night after work looking for a belt and walked out with 2 bags full of goodies.  I’ll be sure to share later next week!

Via Originally from Here

I’ll probably post a week’s worth of pictures at a time.

Day 1

“your view today”

Day 2

“words”

Anyone else doing a photo challenge this month?

Have a fabulous weekend!

Sarah

Love all the fancy fabric tape that’s out there? Here’s an easy way to make your own using any kind of fabric you might have.

Supplies:

• Masking Tape
• Fabric
• Glue

I only had the thick masking tape laying around so all I had to do was tear down the sides

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The possibilities are endless!

Have fun!

Sarah

By now you all know that I like to make things.  Yes, I like to make for my myself and family but I also get great joy in making for other people-especially when it’s for a great cause.

So when I was introduced to Craft Hope last year I instantly knew I wanted to be a part of this.

From the Craft Hope website:

“Craft Hope is a love inspired project designed to share handmade crafts with those who need them.  It is our hope to combine our love for crafting and desire to help others into a project to make a difference around the world.”

They announced their latest project this past week.  Littlest Warriors brings handmade hats, beanies, and bags to pediatric cancer patients. They can be sewn, crochet, or knitted.  They don’t have to be fancy, there are lots of tutorials on the internet for no sew patterns. A quick little google search is all you need to get started.

Want more information on Craft Hope and their latest project? Visit their website for all the information.

Via Katie Daisy

Amen!
Have a wonderful day today!

Sarah

I wanted to be able to swap the pictures out easily so not many of the pictures are framed.

I covered the frame back in leftover polka dot fabric from the curtains and attached a simple tag that says “Blessings”

I took the glass out of several of the frames.  Attached vintage lace trim to the back and clipped the picture with a small clothes pin.

Later, this beautiful card arrived from a family member so it was added as well.

A cork tack nailed to the wall holds a wooden hanger holding local art from our county’s Woman’s Shelter

So many memories from this summer are on this wall. I love looking at them while we are eating dinner.

I tied kitchen string around this rustic frame, slide the picture in and your done! Instant frame. So easy to change out too!

Same thing for this frame. I kept the glass in and tied vintage lace around the frame like a gift. A little tape holds it in place.  I also liked the idea of taking decorative washi tape and taping one or two to the glass.

Framed scrapbook paper with the picture slid into the corners of the frame. Another easy one to swap out the pictures when I need a change!

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