Remember two weeks ago when I asked for opinions on which bookends I should DIY at home? Well, I wasn’t completely surprised to see an almost unanimous vote in both the comments and on twitter for the gold bricks. For my project, I took inspiration from the elements you all loved about those book ends, then… read more
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Monochromatic Monday :: And the Oscar Goes To…
Final voting for this year’s Oscars ends tomorrow (this is the first year that members of the Academy can vote online… weird, huh?), and this Sunday I’ll definitely be tuning in to see the winners…as well as the dresses (good and bad), bling and beauty looks. Between you and me, the red carpet is kind… read more
Transformed :: Painted Pouf
Claire here, and I couldn’t be more excited to present to you all my latest project! Two weeks ago I asked for your suggestions on which pouf I should make, and though I loved them all, I took little bits of inspiration from each one to create a design that’s truly original and unique. After some trial… read more
Transformed :: Cement Planter
Claire here, and I hope everyone had a wonderful holiday! Today’s project is perfect for tackling in the New Year, and can add just the pop of color that your home may need for a little pick-me-up. Last time I had so much fun experimenting with cement and loved the result so much, that I decided to continue… read more
Style in Spades :: New Year’s Eve Soirée
I always feel a little blue right after Christmas, packing away the decorations until next December and marveling at how quickly the season passed by. But then I remember: New Year’s Eve! And all the sparkle, glitz, fun and decadence that awaits on this one last chance of the year to party! I’ll never forget my favorite… read more
Transformed :: Lichen Branch Jewelry Tree
Claire here – and is anyone else already feeling caught up in the bustle of balancing work and holiday fun, and fretting a bit over finding the perfect presents for family and friends? This fun DIY makes a wonderful (and inexpensive!) gift. If you remember two weeks ago I asked for your opinions on which jewelry tree I… read more
Transformed :: Scaffolding to Table
Happy first-day-of-November, everyone! Two weeks ago, I (Claire) asked for your suggestions on which table I should make to convert my formal dining room into a functioning combination workspace/eating area. I was leaning towards a sawhorse style table, but after reading all the enthusiastic responses to the metal base table (option #3), I decided to make one… read more
Monochromatic Monday :: Olympic Gold
Did you all tune in to the closing ceremonies in London last night? Feels like the olympics flew by, and now we’ll have to wait four more years until we get to watch the summer games again. Jenn here, and no matter how old I am, I seem to get the same feeling watching the… read more
Monochromatic Monday :: Blackberry Jam
After a few months of frothy pastels, patriotic palettes and neon shocks of summer color…I’m starting to feel the first whispers of autumn palettes drawing my attractions. Jewel tones and gilded details speak to the cool breezes that signal fall’s arrival, and while I’m definitely not ready to pack away my sandals and sundresses, I’m… read more
Baggage Check :: St. Petersburg
Kelly here, with a dose of inspiration from the halls of one of the world’s grandest museums: the stunning Hermitage in St. Petersburg. Have any of you been? I can only imagine what it must be like to stand in one of its larger-than-life galleries; the photos alone transport me to regal, otherworldly places. At first glance… read more
