It’s been called the largest Charlie Brown Christmas tree anyone has ever seen. But it’s mine, and I killed it all by myself (with my dad and the new hand saw he purchased for me), and I love it. I have a sentimental-uncaring relationship with mementos and trinkets that remind me of wonderful times…
Tag: DIY
Wine Rack or TV Stand?
I have rearranged my home office and living room a few times since I moved into this apartment, and I finally feel like I’ve got it in a good place with the addition of this wine rack I’m using as a TV stand. I wanted something tall so I could store purses underneath, but airy…
Feel Good Friday 070612
Feel Good Friday is a roundup of the things that made me feel good or that I’m grateful for all week. Join me and leave your Feel Goods in the comments! BBQ that turned into all-night adventure … when your friends wear outfits like this and hang out in art galleries until way past bars…
DIY: Updated Home Office Desk Table
I’m busy setting up my home office space in preparation for the big project I’m in the middle of launching right now. Instead of a traditional desk, I wanted a giant table so I could spread projects out. I went to the Habitat Restore and picked up a $25 table, then took to it with…
DIY: Orange Sheets!
I have a set of (high thread count) (Ralph Lauren) sheets I love that were getting a little … off in color. In keeping with my beach house theme for the new digs, I decided to dye them bright orange—Tangerine, to be exact—to complement my pale blue-and-tan plaid bedspread. I’m not going to lie, the process…
DIY: Necklace Organizer
Jewelry is awesome, but organizing it is not. It’s actually a complete pain in the ass. I posted about my planter jewelry solution awhile back, but my new place called for a new solution. Don’t worry, the planter now sits in front of the door to my apartment holding scarves, mittens, and hats plus keys…
DIY: Temporary Inspirational Wall Quotes
I’ve moved into this new place and am in serious decorating mode. I’m slowly but surely turning this pad into my favorite spot with all my favorite things. Watch out, this blog is getting DIY crazy over the next few weeks! I wanted to paint the walls with inspirational quotes, but wasn’t sure I wanted…