My son brings home crafts from preschool several times a week. One of my favorites was a watercolor “U is for Umbrella” page. However, it was on blue construction paper and the teacher had written “U is for Umbrella” along the side. Of course, that is perfect for school; but not so much for wall …
So, how did I do? Well, I wanted to fix the paint in our bedroom. After seeing it with different lighting over several weeks, there were some spots where the paint didn’t fully cover. Status: 75% — 3 out of 4 walls are done and I’ll be painting the final wall today. …
It took me awhile to really start using Instagram. Between our Craftivity Designs Facebook, Twitter and Google+ accounts and my personal Facebook and Twitter accounts — it just felt like too much. But, as it turns out, Instagram is just too handy. I love how easy it is to take and edit a photo. …
I am a big believer in making simple goals. It’s just less overwhelming when the to-do list feels like something I can actually accomplish. It’s also nice to actually check things off the to-do list — and simple goals make that feasible. As the baby’s due date crept closer we started shrinking our project list …
After we finished our bath, I really wanted to dedicate a post to the toilet. Though the post title suggests otherwise, I promise this post is Rated G — no potty mouth in this review {pun intended}. Instead we’re talking more about price, style and quality. We bought the American Standard Clean from Lowes for …
It’s amazing how quickly a month passes, right? Or even a year, for that matter? When my daughter was born, I wanted to design a monthly photo shoot that was simple and easy — otherwise, I knew that I would procrastinate each month and get behind. If you’re like me and know that you’ll be …
One of my favorite craft fair purchases ever is hanging in our bathroom… and it isn’t art. I bought it at the Vintage Marketplace in Indianapolis; but can’t recall the name of the vendor. If you know who makes these in that area, please comment, I’d love to give them credit!! This shelf is probably …
With a new baby comes lots of stuff. Our little girl is sleeping in a bassinet next to our bed until she’s big enough to move into the nursery. In the meantime, I needed a quick solution for all of those late-night nursing and diapering sessions. We’ve been working on our bedroom and one of …
Just over a week ago, we welcomed our baby girl into the world. We really hoped for a baby girl {well, everyone except my little boy — he was really counting on a brother}. Of course, a boy or girl would have been wonderful and awesome and a joy; but we were excited about the …
I’ve discussed our Master Bedroom a few times over the last year. Like almost every other room in our home, the “before” includes wallpaper. Unfortunately, it’s also blessed with the smallest closet of all three bedrooms. As for the layout, it is long and skinny — which presents some floor plan challenges. We sent one …
On Monday, I shared our big news and the reveal of our new nursery and shared bedroom. Today, I’m sharing the source list for the space. Wall Color {top-half} – Fog by Porter Paint in Hi-Hide Interior Latex Wall Color {bottom-half} – Color Match to Trim in Porter Paint Hi-Hide Interior Latex Twin …
Yeah, so, we’re having a baby… … like, possibly, next week! Back in the summer when we were working on our bathroom renovation — it got seriously slowed down. I didn’t share why at that point; but morning sickness was the culprit. I thought I’d share after the 20-week ultrasound… but then life just got …
Last week Erica and I checked out a new thrift store in Knoxville, TN called Nostalgia. I brought home several items, all for my son’s bedroom makeover. The biggest ticket purchase I made was this vintage suitcase, at $25. Nostalgia had a wide array of suitcases throughout the store; but I was specifically looking for …
I’ve pinned many a room in which a homeowner has decorated a small, unexpected spot. wall art tucked into the corner, beside a bookcase // via BHG I just love these little surprises. garland hung at the foot of a child’s bed frame // via A Little Glass Box A simple, unique detail, that …
Curtains {or Drapes — apparently they aren’t exactly the same thing… who knew?} aren’t cheap. Our new home is filled with windows — which is one of my favorite things about it. However, it’s a pricey investment to adorn all these lovely windows. My first instinct was IKEA for curtains — unfortunately it’s over 3 …