Archive for March, 2011
It’s the end of the day, so I am starting to get a little tired. And I’ve found just the place to cozy up for a nap. I was going through the papernsttch flickr pool earlier in the week and I found a few pictures of this bright bedroom from Facily Sencillo (aDm on flickr). I loved the simplicity: muted color palette, check! limited decor, check!
So, I sent Facily a little note asking if she’d like to be featured, and she agreed. So, now I can share this to-die-for bedroom with you. Side Note: Facily has an awesome blog that you should check out when you have some free time on your hands (you’re going to want to explore).
But back to this bedroom… Honestly, this is pretty close to what my ideal bedroom would feel like: cozy, casual, and lots of light.
What would your ideal bedroom look like or feel like?
A few week ago, I was asked to participate in a diy contest for A Subtle Raverly called “So Fresh and So Clean”, where I created a tablescape for a diy party and a project to go with it: custom soap carvings.
Now that the contest is over, I am finally ready to share the project here on the blog…
You can carve words, initials, shapes, and anything else you can dream up. Use the finished soap carvings as part of a tablescape at your next diy party, and then let guests choose their favorites to take home as party favors at the end of the night. OR keep it simple, and just use them in the bathroom to add a little charm (your choice of course).
Here’s what you need: 1. Bar soap (I recommend using Ivory brand) 2. Dish Sponge 3. Pencil or pen 4. Speedball Linoleum Cutter with Handle Assortments
Here’s how you make ‘em: 1. Run each bar of soap under warm water and, using a dish sponge, gently rub off the top layer of soap to get rid of the carved brand name. It will probably take a few minutes of gentle running to remove the indentation of the brand name. This will give you a smooth, clean surface to work with. 2. Let the soap dry out overnight. 3. Now, using a soft pencil, gently draw your design on the soap. This will be your guide when you are carving. It’s okay if the marks don’t show up very well (it’s kind of difficult to write on soap). A slight indentation in the soap will work just fine as a guide. 4. Using a linoleum carving tool start carving away the access soap, leaving your design raised. I’d recommend using the No. 6 knife attachment for large areas. And for curved and tighter areas, use the No. 5 and No. 4 carving attachments for curved and tighter areas.
Take it further: Wrap your finished soaps in antique hankies and tie ‘em up with string. Now you have a unique (and practical) party favor for guests at the end of the party.
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I am a big fan of vintage fashions, but it can be a real pain to find something that has that throwback vibe, but still feels in style. Luckily, I’ve come across this totally awesome vintage clothing (and accessories) shop called De La Belle, that seems to know exactly what I am looking for!
It’s great: flirty vintage dresses to dance in, stylish skirts, retro purses and lots more. These are a few of my favorites…
This vintage white dress with gold accents.
This insane (ly awesome) green cropped coat.
And this diamond patterned taupe scarf.
Visit De La Belle on Etsy to view more vintage you’re sure to fall in love with.
Every Monday, we wake up with a fresh start to the week. Somehow, it doesn’t matter what happened the week before because not only is today a new day, today is a new week! And that is a good thing. Of course, we all have things happen…good and bad.
Sometimes the weekend gives us enough time to get rid of those “bad” things from the week before. And sometimes, if we’re lucky, we’re able to hold on to those “good” things and carry them through to the next week.
But it’s all about choices. Right?
We can choose to make a fresh start. Or not. We can choose to begin a new day, free of what happened the day before. Or not. We can choose to make excuses for the project we’ve been meaning to start but haven’t. Or not. Its actually pretty simple, when you think about it.
So, what will you choose today?
Here are a few inspirations to help you make your decision…
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image credit It’s a New Day * I originally wrote this post for ScoutieGirl, back in December. And now I am sharing it here.
Hello, hello! Hope you had a wonderful weekend. This morning I wanted to share a little paper goodness from Canadian artist and maker Renee Anne Bouffard-McManus, who is today’s shop of the day on pns. Renee creates original watercolor paintings, recycled paper cards, garlands, and more. Here are a few of my favorites…
Frame up this apricot evening grosbeak original painting.
Get ready for Easter with these adorable bunny cake toppers (they’re actually eco friendly too). And write down your family recipes on these spoon and fork utensil recipe cards.
And then, you’re ready to celebrate spring with these paper butterfly garlands.
Discount Offer: Receive 10% off all items at Renee Anne when you use the code PAPERNSTITCH when checking out. Visit Renee Anne’s online shop now to take advantage of this special offer.
Jeff and I are planning on staying in this weekend. Nothing planned. Maybe a movie?
What are your plans? Anything special?
*no weekend links today. amazing image above c/o Debbie Smyth (found via Indie Quarter)
Ever on the look out for a new take on an old favorite, Leyna Lightman’s collection of handmade necklaces and earrings fits the bill. Leyna tinkers with custom dyed lace, some all the way from Istanbul, to create bold, ladylike jewelry pieces. With eye-catching necklaces and statement earrings, get ready for a wave of compliments when wearing these simple yet ornate designs. Perfect for a night on the town or a day at the museum, these aren’t your grandmother’s doilies.
Check out Leyna Lightman on Etsy to see her dainty collection.
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Post written by Rachel Anne Williams. Rachel Anne is a 20-something wife and mother of one, who enjoys making things for her embroidery and tiny handmade goodies shop called Goose and Trisser.You can visit Rachel Anne on her blog here.
