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Easy and Stylish Last Minute Easter Decor Ideas

April 17, 2014

Hello there! I’m back from my trip to DC and getting back in the swing of work and blogging. My trip was absolutely amazing and I can’t wait to share the photos with you. While I’m sorting through photos and doing laundry, I thought I’d bring you a few quick and easy Easter décor ideas since the big day is this Sunday.

I don’t do much decorating for Easter but I do like to have a touch of the holiday on my dining table. Ideas like these are super easy and quick to pull together and will definitely welcome Easter morning in style.

Paint, stickers or a little decoupage work and you can create a fun assortment of designer Easter eggs. I love the idea of creating a mix that matches your décor and not a traditional mix of pastels.

Blue and White Eggs

If you’re hosting Easter breakfast or dinner, this is an easy way to decorate the table. Use your paper shredder to create a bundle of paper that can be formed into the shape of a nest and then add a letter sticker to the outside of a plastic Easter egg. Cute and simple.

Monogram Egg

Looking for an Easter centerpiece idea? How about combining glass candlesticks, paper flowers and plastic eggs to create these cute Easter egg flowers.

Tip: If you don’t already own clear glass candlesticks, head to Dollar General where you’ll find different styles and sizes.

Easter Egg Flowers

I started collecting mis-matched egg cups and thing this would be a really great way to put them to use. Use decorative craft scissors to scallop the edge of cupcake liners to get the look of flower petals.

Candy Filled Egg Cups

Flowers are a must for Easter and the simple addition of plastic eggs to line the vase or container will turn your stems into a pretty Easter arrangement. What’s also great about this is that come Monday all you have to do is remove the eggs and enjoy the flowers for the rest of the week.

Egg Filled Flower Vase

And since I love cloches so much, this décor idea is right up my alley.

Tip: If you can’t find nest at this late date, create a nest with twig branches you pick from the yard or buy at the craft store.

Nest in Cloche

When it comes to last-minute holiday decorating, I love ideas that are quick, easy and yield beautiful results.

I’ll be back tomorrow to share the highlights of my DC trip and to show you my Easter tablescape.

Inspiration {plus a design tip}

April 14, 2014

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When it comes to paint colors, finding the right color for your space can often be a test of trial and error. I always recommend to my design clients to paint test spots around the room of the colors they are considering. This will allow them to see the colors during the day and at night and really decide which they like best. Spending a little money and taking this added step to really check your paint choices will ensure you make the best decision for your space.

Design Tip: Sometimes you might not want to do test paint on the wall so the next best thing you can do is to buy an artist canvas and paint that. This will allow you to move the canvas to various spots around the room to view the color. Added bonus: Once you’re done with the canvas, use it to create an original piece of artwork for your space.

Gift Wrap Inspiration: Handmade Paper Bow

April 10, 2014

I almost always accent my gift with ribbon and 9 times out of 10 I add a ribbon bow. That’s it until I got crafty and made my own paper bow.

Now I’m loving the idea of wrapping all my gifts with handmade paper bows.

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11 Design Details I’m Loving & that you can do in your own home

April 4, 2014

If I’ve said it once, I’ve said it a million times, Design is in the Details. And that’s one of the things I love about design. The fact that you can take a basic ordinary architectural element, accessory, furniture piece or decorative element and use it to create something unique and beautiful for your home. I’m working on a project that is requiring me to think about details and how they can be used to transform a space and save money at the same time. With details on my mind I thought I’d share 11 of my favorite ideas, ideas you can use in your own home.

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Product Profile: Pranzo Bag

April 1, 2014

I am a professed bag lady with more handbags and totes than the average woman really needs. One of the reasons I have so many bags is because I love handbags and think of them like I do jewelry, an essential accessory to my wardrobe. The other reason that my bag collection is always growing is because I am always on the hunt for bags that serve different functions in my life.

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The Art of Hand Lettering

March 28, 2014

As I child I loved to write. There was just something about having a big fat No. 2 pencil in my hand and a thick pad of lined paper. I loved to practice writing my alphabet like the school books showed but what really intrigued me was making my letters fancy. It seems at a young age I found a love for hand lettering.

Over the years I would hand letter a card or the address on an envelope but I had really gotten away from practicing what I loved. So recently I picked up the pencil again and started scripting.

Making gift tags is something I really enjoy and here are a few I’ve made.

Getting back into the art of hand lettering is like riding a bike. You don’t ever lose the skill but it takes a minute to remember the techniques and to strengthen your body to enjoy the ride. Boy is my right hand sore.

I feel like I’m back in the saddle again with my hand lettering so look forward to me sharing a few more projects with you throughout the year.

Cheers to a great weekend and embracing the things that bring you joy.

Let’s Get Crafty–Stamped Gift Box

March 27, 2014

I’ve been in a crafting mood lately and this project is right up my alley. It combines my love of crafting with my love for gifting and giftwrap.

One of the items I love to gift (and get) most are candles. Often times I buy my candle gifts at HomeGoods or TJMaxx because they usually have a variety to select from and the price is right. The only downside is that many of their candles don’t come in boxes which means you have to come up with your own packaging.

I have several friends with birthdays in April so the other day I headed to HomeGoods in search of a candle and found this one. The glass jar was really pretty and classic but I knew to give it as a gift I would need to put it in to some kind of gift packaging.

I decided to make a pretty custom gift box. This is a pretty simple project and the box becomes an added gift that the recipient can use as décor in their home.

To create the gift box I used a few crafting supplies and clear stamps from CraffitiDirect, including one of the new sets from expert crafter Mark Montano .

Supplies Used:

Hinged Wood Box

Mark Montano Vintage Nature stamp set from Craffiti Direct

Thank You Flowers stamp set from Craffiti Direct

Sticker Paper

Tim Holtz Distress Ink Pad in Walnut Stain

Prima Markers

American Crafts Glitter Tape

Drawer Knob from Hobby Lobby

I knew I wanted to add a handle to my box so before I got started with the paper design, I drilled a hole in the lid of the box to fit a decorative knob I picked up at Hobby Lobby.

To cover each side of my wood box, I stamped five sheets of 4″ x 6″ sticker paper using the Thank You Flowers Stamp and the Mark Montano Vintage Nature set. Once stamped and colored in using Prima markers, I placed the sticker paper to the top and sides of my box and then cut off the excess paper.

The box had a hinged lid so I used my exatco blade to cut the paper between the opening and around the back hinges.

To finish the edges and add more dimension I used glitter tape to frame each side of the box.

And as an extra touch I covered the front and back of a couple of small matchboxes with stamped sticker paper using one of the beautiful butterfly image from the Vintage Nature stamp set.

I’m addicted to decorative match books now!

Each side of the box has a different design layout so it is really unique.

Creating your own decorative gift wrap is an easy way to personalize any gift you give. I hope you enjoyed the project and hope that it inspired you to get crafty!

Design Ideas: Tables in Unexpected Places

March 25, 2014

Every design client I work with is looking for ways to make their décor unique and different. Along with paint, fabric and personal touches, one of the ways I share with them to achieve a unique decorative statement is by using pieces in unexpected ways.

Tables are a staple in most homes but when placed in unexpected places they can help create a space that stands out and meets the goal of unique and different. If you can’t think of where to use a table beyond the living room or dining room, here are SEVEN unexpected places where tables can fit into your decor.

1) Tables next to the tub add a fun accent to a bathroom. I like the idea of using the table surface to hold bathroom luxuries like fragrant soaps, bath decanters and flowers.

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2) Everyone can use a little extra surface space in their closet. How about placing a small accent table at one end and using it to hold folded sweaters or accessories.

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3) I know it hard to think about giving up storage space in a kitchen but a table as the center accent can be so much prettier than an island. And a table becomes a great serving area for casual meals or buffet settings.

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4) Ok, most laundry rooms are not this grand but if yours is, why not place a table in the center. Boy would this make sorting and folding easy and what a great spot for gift wrapping too.

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5) I love an accent at the foot of the bed and a small-scale table can be just as practical as an ottoman or bench. Make sure the table height fits the height of the bed so that it doesn’t become a visual block within the room.

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6) Have you ever considered a table on the porch? If you have a covered porch, the addition of a table is a great way to add personality and create a seasonal display area.

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7) If your kitchen island wasn’t made to fit stools, how about adding a table to create island-side seating? I absolutely love this look and think it is a great way to create a unique statement in your home.