getting sidetracked…
From giving a bistro feel to a kitchen or your very own (erasable) wallpaper in the bathroom to a designated space where you can get your graffiti on, these spaces prove that chalkboard walls can work in any room of your home.
Want more? Click on any of the photos above to go right to the source.
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fake a chalkboard
feeling artsy
metal wall art
“You’re welcome”
YUP. Did you know that there are actual legitimate websites where you can download out-of-copyright art, for free?
SO. Assuming you have access to a color printer, a sheet of quality printer paper/cardstock and an un-used frame tucked away in the back of your closet -then yes, say it with me “FREE ART”.
THE FINE PRINT. Some of these online free printable sites have one specific rule. The lingo goes something like this: “private non-commercial use of individuals… anyone selling, distributing or recreating these images can be prosecuted…”. Basically, use them for your own personal use for a happy, guilt free, home decor option!!
P.S. Bookmark or Pin this blog-post now and on that next rainy Sunday afternoon you can take your time perusing these websites and whip up some art for your home with the click of a mouse! You’re welcome.
Click on the links or art samples below to be taken right to the source!
WANT MORE? Head over to EverythingEtsy.com where Kim has a great list of 101 Pretty Printables which includes printables for your canned preserves, gift tags, labels, cards and decor for your next party!
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Sure. You could simply have your photo enlarged. But it’s when you lack the time or patience that you sometimes come up with a creative, original and more personal idea!
I got the vintage off-white (trimmed in gold) porcelain picture frame for $2 at NOVA a couple of months back. I had it hiding in the “when I finally do a mini-makeover to my bedroom” pile in my closet!
I chose the photo I wanted to use (photo of the hubs on our honeymoon), but when I put it in the frame I realized the photo needed to be 5×7, not 4×6. I remembered I had kept the unused pieces of an art project and figured it would be perfect to experiment with (for more on that click HERE).
I cut out a rectangle slightly larger than 5×7 and using white photo corners which I already had (purchased for a different project!) I centered the photo on the art scrap. I wasn’t sure about it until I slipped it back into the picture frame. But I love the little bit of the pale aqua art peaking out from behind! I think it helps to further enforce the room’s new color accent and I prefer my night table’s softer vignette.
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Don’t have any art scraps hanging around? Try newspaper, wrapping or craft paper!
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I have teenagers. Which means I often shop in places like Urban Planet, Forever 21 and American Eagle. Sometimes, I’ll even come home with a little something for myself. No, I am not the mom who goes to Pilates wearing leggings with “SASSY” written across her behind, nor am I running to the grocery store in daisy dukes and cropped flouncy tops. However, when it comes to inexpensive jewelry, scarves or a pair of polka dot flip flops -I’m in!
Sometime back in February, I was checking out the clearance racks, looking for deals for the kids when I spotted some really nice holiday tube dresses or should I say tube tops?! (side note: I mean, is it just me or are some of these dresses designed for young women under 4 feet tall!) Anyways, I had a great idea …and for the price, I felt it was worth testing out my little experiment…
Once home I made a small cut to the dress liner (using fabric scissors) and removed the built-in bra cups.
Next, I grabbed a rectangle (not square) pillow and inserted it to the middle part of the dress and folded the sides inward… and that’s it. A no sew pillow in an instant!
Now, obviously this is the kind of throw pillow you don’t have on your TV watching sofa, or on a chair that gets tons of use, because aside from not being comfortable to snuggle with, it isn’t made to be handled: the pillow will eventually work it’s way loose and out of the dress. However, on a daybed, tucked in a sea of other pillows, in my bedroom -it’s perfect!
Why don’t I just make a proper DIY pillow and sew it up you ask? Well this is the best part: Because for the once a year (if that) where I wish I had a sparkly party skirt, I can have that too -also, in an instant. Yup, these form-fitting-20-something-club-hopping-tube-dresses, make for a sweet twist on the just above the knee or of the moment midi skirt! (tip:be sure to keep the shirt and shoes simple).
This past Saturday night, when my daughter started to rummage in my closet to help me choose an outfit for my friends 40th surprise birthday party, I told her that I had it under control and whipped the pillow out of the Tube-Dress-Throw-Pillow-Skirt and slipped it on. Despite sighing and calling me a mermaid (isn’t that a good thing?) I know she was secretly impressed.
So, what do you think? Any of you have a DIY story of a dress or skirt turned something else? Feel free to share!
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“let’s go grocery shopping!?”
You may have heard that aside from the five stand alone stores in the U.S. (all of them in New York), JOE FRESH is now also being sold at JC Penney. I first discovered the line through, of all places, a (Canadian) grocery store, Loblaws about 6 years ago. At the time I lived in Pennsylvania and would pop into the ‘fun’ grocery store a couple of times a year when visiting family and friends.
Loblaw Companies Limited is the largest food retailer in Canada and they also (among many others) operate under the Maxi and Provigo grocery chains. They also have several private labels which include household items, baby products, pharmaceuticals, cellular phones, general merchandise, and financial services (provided by CIBC) under the names of President’s Choice (often abbreviated and labelled as PC on merchandise), No Name, Everyday Living, Exact, and Teddy’s Choice. What I didn’t know is that they also own and operate the Joe Fresh label!
Joe Fresh, consist of a line of clothing and shoes, including work-out wear and even undergarments for the whole family. They also have jewelry, make-up and other accessories. When I first saw the line, someone had told me that it was a branch of the GAP. Which I totally believed because the clothing and advertising had a similar look and feel about it …but the price was way more affordable -comparable to an H&M.
I wish they had an online boutique because unfortunately only their bigger grocery stores can carry their full Joe Fresh and PC home decor, kitchen and bath lines. Check online to find out where the closest one to you is. For those living outside of Canada -make a mental note that the next time you travel for either for business or pleasure, leave room in your suitcase so you can shop the grocery store!
Although some compare it to shopping at a Super Walmart, it has maybe more of a Target feel. The products are unique to their stores but I have, on a couple of occasions, seen PC items in Target (they had PC brand utensils), TJmaxx and Tuesday Morning. But who knows, maybe JC Penney will eventually carry the full PC brand as well!?
Now you’re probably asking yourself “why should I care?”. LOL. Have a look at some of the pics I took while shopping at Maxi yesterday:
Everyone knows I have a serious thing for Lucite. Check out the chunky acrylic handles (that remind me of Lucite) on these ceramic (yes ceramic!!) cups. Aren’t they too cute? Oh wait -there’s a whole line! Yup. Butter dishes, espresso cups, tea/coffee pots and creamer/sugar sets. Cute, unique and priced to stock up!
BELOW: I have these as everyday drinking glasses. They come in tall or short sizes, are thick and chunky (which means they can stand up to my not so delicate kids!) and best of all they have carried them for years which means at $5 for 4 I can afford to replace them when they do get chipped or broken and I know I will always have matching glasses.
My (current) favorite pair of jeans are a dark wash skinny jean I picked up here last year!
Their flip flops aren’t just cute (shown here are women’s) -but actually cushy and comfy too! At $4, I stock up at the beginning of the summer for my whole family.
I have gifted many of their Pj’s for myself and others (most mornings our family looks like a Joe Fresh ad!), they have such cute patterns. Below is my latest pair: I love the bold floral against the pale teal blue!
I have both the yellow and herringbone hand towels which I alternate in my powder room. I also display and use yellow Joe Fresh soaps and lotions.
BELOW: I just snagged these cheerful blue chevron PC dinner napkins!
Want more info? Click here for a direct link to the Loblaw Companies Limited website or click here for photos of Joe Fresh on Pinterest. Happy shopping!
