I've been a busy bee. Work continues to take over my life. So much so, that I've even hired a cleaning lady. She will do the regular dusting, vaccuming, moping and thank God LAUNDRY!!! =D
Anyways; remember my Ikea headboard? It's cute but now I'm bored w/ it. So, I thought I would try this... Reveal coming tomorrow. See how I continue to get inspired by you!
I will get this posted as soon as I have a min. so that you see how beautiful it looks.
Stay tuned!
~Rosanna
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Now, that Halloween has come and gone can we skip Thanksgiving and go straight to Christmas now... HAHA
I've been hunting for Christmas decorations and mentally planning what, how and where will all my little goodies go?
1. Wreaths. They can go anywhere; fireplace, over mirrors, doors, hallways, windows. ANYWHERE!
2. Lights. Under couches, over shelves, outside, inside, on the side, over, under... ANYWHERE!
3. Trees. Lighted or not. Inside, inside, kitchen, basement, bath.. ANYWHERE!
Anyways, it's been on my mind day and night, night and day... and yet I still have so much more work to do here before it fastly approaches. And family coming in from out of the country sure adds to the pressure of it being PUrr-Fect.
Here are my finds in the last 2 weekend...
These red glittery stars are from the Dollar store. They are cheap but oh so cute...
5 Doves $1. I have so many ideas for these, or maybe tree ornaments
Silver glittery snow flakes. I'm all about RED and SILVER this year. Even wrapping paper will be RED and SILVER.
These were a pack of 10 again for $1. How can you go wrong?
Wreath from the Salvation Army. Even though I try to stay away from there since they are priced high, here in town and the customer service is atrocious some times I luck out and things come out on the cheap. And this 30' pine wreath was $1.50 YAY BOIYE!!
The tree ornaments in the bags were $2.00 each, the boxes were .30 cents each. All in all it was $6.70
The tree decorations are all different finishes... no point in keeping it all the same texture when they resemble the shades. And, I'm planning on customizing some of them for a little added "personal touch"
I really do like this wreath! She's so clean and purr-ty already. All she needs is some jewelery =)
Target find. $1.70 YAY
Thanks GW, you've made it possible for me to stack up on fake snow and it sure beats PB Faux-Snow Vase Filler price, do you remember how much it was a bag? OY VEY! way too much.
Here's another find... Hob Lobs lighted 24' wreath priced at $19.99 on sale last weekend for $9.99 another SCORE!
I also grabbed a couple more things. The rihnestone snow flakes were $1.50 each., 10 SILVER snow fake Xmas tree ornaments for $6.99, the tiny tree ornaments and Xmas lights for .30 cents each at GW. Man, how I'm loving the GW and Hob Lob right now! *glee* they will help my house be shiny and pretty.
Here's a closer look at the goodies, aren't they cute? =)
I've been able to find several boxes at the GW outlet store for .30cents each. a couple of sets were LED lights w/ prices of $11.99 each. Now tell me this, who in their right mind would be $11.99 for 100 little lights? LOL
Here is what I'm really looking out for; they are set of 6 Mercury Glass Ornaments. There are from Ballard Design and they are $18.
Thanks for stopping by and looking!
I'm looking forward to seeing all the great stuff you blog-ets come w/ for the Christmas seasons. I think you are all so talented and inovading... You are real "industrious" women!
This is the Potter Barn Bedford white file cabinet. The 2-Drawer File Cabinet: goes for $249.00... WOW!
So, again I'll have to reconsider the color of the desk.
I'm so excited! I have to show you all what I found today at the GW outlet store...
I wish you could see how awesome this is in person. They only thing it needs is some new brackets (which I already have).
The original price was $5.00 but after a little talk w/ them I got it for $1.00 YAY!!!
I'm so thrilled...to have to add yet another project to my list of things to do.
I've been eye balling these for the last few months. Well, I had no money to spend on these almost $200 clear glass lamps and then I got an idea....
DIY CLEAR GLASS LAMP!
I found the bottle lamp hook ups in my tool box. Who knows where it came from =)
Put it all together;
The vase cost me $2.99 at the Hob Lob and of course I had the 40% off coupon. Genius!!!
Industrial strength E600 $2.99
Then I taped it into position
I waited about 4 hrs before I removed the tape. PS; the extra glue will stay there since it dries hard, so try to rub it off prior to setting.
Voila!
My word this was so much fun to do last night. And it only took me about 30 mins to put it all together and then there is the waiting time to dry... that was the hardest thing to do ;)
BTW; I don't like the shade but I had to share this DIY ASAP! I can't wait to see how others will stain the glass, fill the dome and other great DIY ideas for it.
Enjoy =)
PS: I've been daily stalking Thrifty Decor Chick... think she'll see this? =)
UPDATE:
**I've replaced the shade w/ the Restoration Hardware one I found at GW. I'm still not satisfied, I'm truly looking for a drum shade in pleather black.
Oh what beautiful things people do to their houses. I'm not very picky but a must, is an uncluttered, clean and welcoming house. My two boys are getting better since they've experienced others homes that are unwelcoming and messy, but it's still a chore at times... "pick up your toys" and "rinse off your dishes". It's constant agh! Sure makes it hard for entertaining purposes, but I will never forget my grandmother saying "your house is a reflects on your state of mind". Smart woman, because when I walk in and I see toys everywhere, I go CRAZY! LOL
Make your house a home:
Rule #1: an inviting space for friends and family to gather. Sorry folks but you must have clean, comfortable furniture. Preferably one that your pets haven't made their own.
Rule #2: get your JANK out the way.
Rule #3: kids and pets; respect adult time! No running around like you missed your Ritalin dose of the day and shut that dog up!! (if you know how to shut the dog up, let me know. Mine is a disaster.)
Rule #4: always and I mean ALWAYS; offer your guest something to drink, coffee, water, tea. Whatever you happen to have on hand. Water is cool. It makes your guest feel welcomed and will look forward to visiting your home again. And when you serve the drink please, make certain it's not in an over scrubbed plastic cup that you wash together w/ your pots and pans. GROSS!!!
I can not express enough how many houses I've been to, where there is no where to sit, dog is licking me, kids are running around, participating in our conversations and to boot, I have to bring my own beverage or snack or I know I'll get a janky cup that the dog possibly drinks out of. And guess what? I haven't been back in weeks, months or years. LOL
Chocolate Pumpkin Muffins; Jenny's expertise. We go completely insane over these little things. They are heaven in your mouth. =)
Rule #5: always wait at the door as the car pulls out of driveway. Otherwise you are sending the message of "I couldn't wait for you to leave".
Rule #6: everyone in the family should have a chore. Including the dog! My dogs chore is to stop barking or jumping on me for attention. =) My 11yr. mows the lawn, takes out the trash and at times does dishes. My 5 yr. dries the dishes, helps in the garden and helps sort out the laundry and put the towels away. Of course, the fine print is that I have the right to make changes to their chores at last minute, which I usually do.
Once I'm done w/ all these painting and kitchen projects I will be able to proudly show off my home. As for the rest, I am proud to say that I've had friends come over and take naps on my couch. My boys are never in the way, they keep it calm. Theirs always snacks and beverage on hand for that unexpected visitor and often I include them in cupcake or brownie making for late sweet snack. I also try to have chips and cheese, pate and a baguette handy. Never know what your guest might be in the mood for. My mother is a master hostess and I've learned from her =)
Little changes in the living room. I get bored easily and have to switch a few things every once in a while to make the eyes pop. LOL
Old TV stand... what a mess!
Old shelf in the corner. Big and bulky.
See the old cushions? too beige, they just blend in and don't give any kind of effect to the eye.
GW leaning shelf that I got for 17.00 New in the unopened box. The cushions are from an old shower curtain I inherited from my brother for a garage sale and as soon as I saw it I knew it would make for neat cushions and ottoman upholstery. Debbie took out her sewing machine and worked her magic since I have yet to buy a machine (it's on the wish list). Sorry, for the very dark picture, I need to find time and clean my pro camera... it's been a yr since I've used it.
I just need to paint (Behr Creamy Mushroom) like the basement and I think I'll take a break =)
Does this happen to your furniture when you paint it black?
A bit dusty. Thank goodness I'm home to dust "everyday". The boys and I can't stand the small dust on the surfaces so it's quite cute to see my 5 year old grab a rag and wipe it clean, I must be doing something right =)
Here is the catch the remotes... I think it's fun and unexpected. What do you think?
See my coupons? LOL (Hob Lob, Meijer, Chase, Home Depot, Bed Bath and Beyond)
I can't express how much I love GW. I have found some great pieces there. I can honestly say that my whole has a touch of not all GW finds.
Hob Lob, World Market and garage sales have also been a source for finding things that are on my wish board.
Hammary entertainment center... she is cherry wood beautiful (weighing a ton) and makes quite the statement plus, it keeps us organized. The MSRP is $2,179.95!!! I found her at the local Goodwill for... are you ready? are you really ready to hear the take home price? =) $20.00. But always ask for a discount... I got her for $18 after I asked for $15. LOL
There ONE ding on it, but I don't mind it. It's unnoticeable, unless you are looking for it.
Here's the icing. I'm still working on some sprinkles =)
PB dome, PB candles, candle holders and one of my apothecary jars.
