Hi friends.  I’m changing things up a bit and bringing you my Favorite Things post a day early.  I’ve got some great inspiration for you today along, things to add to your shopping list and a couple of projects you might want to try this weekend.  And if you’re hosting a Kentucky Derby party tomorrow, here’s a quick and easy party decor idea you can whip out tonight.  p.s.  You can buy plastic horseshoes at Wal-Mart or Party City.

via Every Last Detail

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FAVORITE POSTS

These DIY hot dog and marshmallow roasting sticks are just the cutest.  Makes me want to plan a camping trip just so I have an excuse to make a set of my own.

I love all things Eddie Ross and this living flower arrangement he created is just stunning.  Check out this video to see how he does it.

If you’ve ever wanted to add a decorative trim to curtain panels, here’s an easy to follow tutorial on the process.

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FAVORITE PINS

I just love dark details in a room.  The black bookcases and dark window and door casing really makes a statement in this library space.

via My Domaine

 

I’m always on the hunt for creative tablescape ideas and since I have a whole box of white tile lying around, I will definitely be making my own tile placemats after seeing this tablescape.  Such a fun idea and so many ways you could mix and match patterns.

via 100 Layer Cake

 

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FAVORITE PRODUCTS

I know every one of you is going to want to run out and buy this stunning gold and white striped magnifying glass especially when I tell you it’s on $10!  p.s.  If you can’t find it in the store, you can buy it online. Magnifying glasses happen to be one of my favorite things when it comes to decorative accessories.

 

 

One of my all-time favorite starburst mirrors is on sale in a big way–50% off thru May 9th.

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I hope everyone has a great weekend.  I’m spending tomorrow at the Food-n-Fun Festival being hosted by the non-profit agency I work with.  If you have kids and live in the Atlanta area, come out and enjoy some fun, food and sunshine.