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Inspiration + Weekend Reads

July 6, 2013

Happy Saturday!

It has rained in Atlanta for the last week or so and when that happens I get the urge to nest and create. I came across the image above and immediately feel in love with the black armoire, texture and warmth of the space. This image has inspired me to make a few changes in our bedroom so while the rain falls today the hubs and I will be doing a little painting and accessorizing. Enjoy your weekend and these links….

The cutest collection of paper goods ever!

These will make you want to have a party just so you can decorate.

You’ll love this house tour on page 52!

My new favorite blog is full of the most amazing inspiration!

A handbag + a good cause=a reason to shop!

The difference between living life and not!

I am so going to paint a chair gold. Wow!

One of these is on the menu this weekend.

Let’s Get Crafty: Marbleized Gift Tags

July 3, 2013

The other day I was cleaning out under the bathroom sink and realized I had a hoard of nail polish. While I mostly wear red and pink polish I found a couple of unique colors in my stash. Colors that would be perfect for making Marbleized Gift Tags which have been on my crafting to-do list for months.

Supplies:

* fingernail polish – in a mix of colors

* metal pie tin (from the dollar store)

* old cookie sheet

* water

* blank gift tags

* wood skewer or toothpick

*nail polish remover – for clean up

Work in a well ventilated area or you’ll be feeling as swirly as your gift tags when you’re done.

Fill the pie pan with 1/4″ to 1/2″ of water.

Begin dropping the polish into the water but work fast as the nail polish tends to solidify rather quickly.

Mix the nail polish colors together using your tooth pick. The mix doesn’t look pretty at this point but the end result will be different.

Instead of swirling the colors together you can also pull the colors in a line pattern to keep the colors a bit more separated.

Once your colors are mixed, lightly place your gift tag on to the surface of the water. Don’t submerge the tag. The polish will adhere to the tag.

Once you’ve dipped your tags lay them flat on your cookie sheet to dry.

You’ll get a different pattern and color combination with every gift tag and the fun will last for hours 🙂

Ta da…

DIY--Nail Polish Marble Gift Tags (2) copy

Didn’t I tell you the result would be great?!

I’m headed to store today to pick up some more nail polish to make more of these beautiful tags. I’ll have some for sale in my Ruffles and Remnants Etsy shop soon.

Happy Crafting!

DIY Polka Dot Cocktail Napkins

July 2, 2013

I’m back today with a fun DIY project!

Ever since seeing these cute cocktail napkins at Anthropologie I’ve wanted to buy a set or two or three.

Last week while looking around at Tuesday Morning, I came across a set 12 solid colored cocktail napkins and the DIY bell went off in my head.

To create your polka dot cocktail napkins simply dip the end of the eraser in your fabric paint and place random dots on your napkins. Easy peasy with fabulous results!

{fabric can be washed after 72 hours}

Bring on the summer cocktails!

Gift Wrap Inspiration: Red, White and Blue

July 1, 2013

Happy Monday and happy 4th of July week.

Sorry I was MIA the end of last week. I was a busy bee and blogging just had to take a back seat for a moment. Today I’m back, rested and full of new inspiration!

Since this is a short week and most everyone I know is looking forward to the fun and festivities on the 4th of July, I thought this week on ConfettiStyle would be all about crafting and DIY projects. I’ve been busy painting, decorating and getting crafty so check in daily to see what I’ve been up to.

Today it’s my latest gift wrap inspiration, inspired by the 4th of July.

I love to gift wrap and when glitter and sparkles are involved it’s even more fun. The 4th of July is a big deal for those of us that live here in the US and the symbolic colors of the 4th inspired these fun gifts.

Since the boxes I was wrapping were small, I decided to use 12″ x 12″ scrap-book paper as the wrapping instead of traditional gift wrap. There are so many more design options available in scrapbook paper so finding a fun combination of red, white and blue patterns was easy.

I wrapped each of the boxes in a different paper and used contrasting red, white and blue ribbons on top. I purchased all of my ribbon from Grosgrain Annie’s Ribbon Emporium at the Lakewood 400 Antiques show. Joanne has a great selection of unique ribbons and one of the best velvet ribbon collections I’ve come across.

To give my gifts and little extra something, I layered the ribbons and then added some fun embellishments on top.

Isn’t this red diamond ribbon fun? The diamond pattern reminds me of stars so it worked great with my 4th of July theme. To created the fullness in the bow I cut several strips of ribbon and tied multiple single bows together.

The red shimmer pom poms I had left over from a Christmas project looked great on this package.

The red and white damask paper looked great with this wide ribbon which I wrapped around the box to create a wide band. Then I added a few glitter stars and glued a white button to the center of the red star. Very festive!

For this last gift I wanted to create a DIY sparkler topper. All it took was a few Lollipop sticks and more shimmer pom poms. Layered stars finish off the top of the gift.

Wrapping these gifts have definitely put me in the mood for a hot dogs, fireworks and a fabulous 4th of July!

See you back here tomorrow for more DIY fun.

Decorating with Doors: 10 Inspirational Ideas

June 14, 2013

I just started working on a new project and I want to incorporate an old door into the design plan. The space I’m working on is a family room that will be decorated in a casual, vintage-inspired old-world style Before I get knee-deep in the design process I went looking for some design inspiration using old doors and came across some pretty great ideas. This is what has me inspired…

I love the idea of an old door styled with bookshelves flanking a seating area. I also think this idea would be great in a kitchen styled with cookbooks and cooking accessories.

Most of the doors I come across are solid wood, but I really like this look with glass pane doors as a wall décor alternative. Positioned behind a console table and against a painted or wallpapered wall, the doors add architectural details without being visually heavy.

An old door with hooks added would be great in a foyer or near a back door. This is also a really cute idea for a bathroom or bedroom wall to hold towels and robes.

A slim panel door can be positioned behind a side chair to fill a corner or create a vignette in the living room. I love the idea of hanging a basket or even a piece of framed art on the door to embellish it a bit more.

This is the look I’m loving most. I love the way the door helps to fill up the wall space next to the cabinet and adds a bold statement to the entire wall vignette.

If you like the idea of decorating with old doors but your living room is not in need, check out these ideas for other rooms in your home.

Old doors make a great headboard.

This is a fun decorative statement for a guest bedroom or home office.

The idea of an old door as the backdrop to a nightstand is pretty cool. The addition of a light sconce makes the door stylish and functional.

A door bookcase is a great way to add organization to a girl or boys room without spending a lot of money.

And I love the idea of an old door turned into a coffee table. This is an easy DIY project that yields great results for a den or basement play area.

Anything vintage and old including an old door is a great way to add charm to your home.

So, do you like the idea of decorating with doors? If so, what room in your home would you place one?

I Want to Paint Something PINK

May 31, 2013

Do you ever go through a phase where you are totally smitten with a color and just want to surround yourself with it? You want to wear it, decorate with it and have almost found yourself calling it your favorite color. Well pink, hot pink to be exact is my color crush of the moment. I just can’t get enough of it and the happy vibe that it puts out. I recently found myself searching for pink pieces to add to my wardrobe and am looking for ways to incorporate the color into my décor. Pink is one of those colors that can be used in a variety of ways, always makes a statement and puts a smile on my face!

I love the idea of transforming an old piece of furniture into a special piece with pink paint and new hardware.

Or maybe I’ll take a few of the old frames I have stored in my garage and paint them pink. It could be the start of a really fabulous gallery wall.

Painting a basket hot pink just might work too. I can envision this pop of color brightening up my black and white bedroom for summer.

Maybe new DIY pillows are in order.

I just thrifted several old candlesticks that could be up-styled with some pink paint.

I’m also in love with the idea of painting some old book covers hot pink. What do you think?

I come across old flatware all the time when I’m out thrifting and think this paint project could be a fun one.

Painting is not something I do a lot of, especially when it’s 85 degrees outside but I’m itching to get a little crafty this weekend. Stay tuned and see what falls prey to my can of pink spray paint!