Let's Make It: {diy patio end tables}

   I am loving these tables made from planter pots!

Michelle made these creative

{diy patio end tables} over at Virginia Beach Housewife!

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{diy patio end tables}

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Let's Make It: {toilet paper wall art}

 Today I am INSPIRED by, of all things, toilet paper rolls! Angela, from  365 Days to Simplicity , took {toilet paper wall art} to a new level!  

This is truly upcycling and repurposing at its best!

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{toilet paper wall art}  

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Let's Make It: Upholstered Toddler Beds

Today I am INSPIRED by these two toddler beds built for $75  from Design Mom!

Gabrielle needed two toddler beds. But, not only is one expensive, times that by two!

 Utilizing a  crib matress that you already have, this keeps the cost low.

What Gabrielle loved about these beds, besides how great they look,

is that they are low to the floor for a child coming right out of a crib to their first bed.

Give Gabrielle a visit at Design Mom...for this fabulous and inexpensive tutorial.

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DIY: Minaudiere

DIY IT: Minaudiere

First, let me start by saying that Honestly...WTF  is one of my favorite blogs.

The fashion DIY's they copycat are stylin', to say the least!

And the wonderful tutorials they put together are  easy to follow.

You can use a sunglass case to create one of these Minaudiere's, spotted in Milan & Paris.

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 How To Create a Minaudiere 

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You say I can talk to you anytime, But I just wanna cut some rug

Custom Rug

Want to incorporate an existing room design into a rug? Want to the look of a designer rug but hate the thought of what a custom rug will cost? Diane has created a fabulous tutorial based on the fabulous rug she completed.

Designed by: In My Own Style

*Lyrics: Bluetones-Cut Some Rug

No curtain call,I will not fall This may be the one we’ve been waiting for...

Custom Shower Curtain

Want a unique shower curtain? Design your own! Melanie took a shower curtain, created her own design and screen printed it onto the curtain. Melanie has created a fabulous tutorial, based on several projects she completed.

Designed by: The Crafty Cupboard

*Lyrics: Marron 5- No Curtain Call

There's a wallpaper sky all around me...

Painted Wallpaper

Want the look of wallpaper but hate the idea of putting up wallpaper, or worse yet, taking it down at a later date? Emily has created a fabulous tutorial, complete with downloadable template, based on the walls she completed.

Designed by: Jones Design Company

*Lyrics: Stephen Speaks- There's a wallpaper sky all around me

In this world I lock out all my worries and my fears... In my room, in my room

I stopped by one of my faves, house to your Home and saw the magnificent transformation of Laurie’s basement. When they moved in, their basement was unfinished. They needed to completely start from scratch, installing drywall, baseboards, you name it. Take a look at her eye for detail:

{Thrift store chair recovered}

{This dresser was white & now repainted in black}

{table is a garage sale find}

{elephant was from a garage sale & butterflies from Goodwill!}

Stop by house to your Home and see all the details that went into this room. 

Back In Black, I Hit The Sack ...

Yet again perusing Apartment Therapy today, I came across this photo:

So, my question today is:

Would you paint your walls, ceilings & doors black?  

Truly Inspired ReDo!

Because it is warm here in Florida most of the year, we have a ceiling fan in most of our rooms. Personally, I am sick of looking at them. They lack the style and depth that I would like to see in lighting. Well, no more. Thanks to a great idea and the creativity of Dana over at House*Tweaking, I am now able to think outside of the box in regards to ceiling fans. 

Dear Dana,

Hubby and I fight over our ugly ceiling fans all the time. 

You may have just saved our marriage. 

Thank you!

Closed: Winner is Ariel---Izola: Designer Style Without The Designer Price

Are you tired of having the same décor as everyone else? Not only do you find basic colors and limited designs, but if we all shop the same stores, we inevitably have the same décor in our homes.  I came across a company that will prevent you from having the same boring, drab and mundane décor as your neighbor. Izola Shower Curtains offer fresh and sophisticated designer shower curtains that incorporate the work of groundbreaking artists, featuring bold patterns, map images and photography.    However, don't be fooled by the name.Izola Shower Curtains also have more wonderful home décor items in their line of products:placemats, candles, tea towels, bed sets, aprons, etc.

 

Upon my discovery of Izola, I immediately coveted their designs and contacted them for a review. Izola sent me the Chandelier Shower Curtain by Alexa Pulitzer from the Artist Series. This picture just does not do justice to this work of art. It must be seen in person! It is beautifully detailed in design. Prior to this, I had a white shower curtain with embroidered details that I had seen in an acquaintances’ home. I won’t have that with this work if art! It is made with quality of 100% polyester and nickel plated grommets. Izola Shower strives to offer ‘The world’s finest shower curtains’. I was really impressed with it’s workmanship, in both the fabric and the reinforced grommets. I immediately hung and admired it.  I felt it had instantly modernized my bathroom with it’s sophisticated design.The true test is what others think! I have received many compliments and requests for my ‘secret’ store.  

 

If this is not your style, Izola offers many more choices in their vast line of shower curtains, to choose from.  Izola Shower Curtains feature the work of groundbreaking artists, with bold patterns, map images and photography. Themes include unique world destinations shower curtains, subway map shower curtains and eco-friendly shower curtains. 

 

Izola Shower has been recognized for it’s uniqueness and designer appeal by well-respected publications such as: Washington Post, The New York Times, USA Today, Chicago Tribune, Q Magazine, Casa Sugar, Daily Candy, Domino, Nylon, New York Magazine, Miami Herald, New York Metro, etc.

 

In addition to the style, I also was attracted by the price. In comparison to similar products on the market, these are well priced for the quality and style of product you receive.

Overall, I was extremely happy with both the quality and the style of my new shower curtain. I highly suggest Izola and these

shower curtains to anyone looking to renew their décor and are looking for something different.  In addition to adding style, you will be attracted by the price.  In comparison to other shower curtains on the market, these are well priced for the quality and style of product. However, there is nothing similar on the market, and for the quality and uniqueness, it is well worth it.

HOW TO WIN:

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For complete contest rules, please see our Contest Statement and Blog Disclosure. Contest ends at 11:59pm EST on August 26th,2010 when a winner will be drawn at random and announced the next day. When commenting, please include your email address. I will notify the winners and they will have 48 hours to respond! This was not a paid post. My own opinions were used based on my perceptions and experience. A HUGE thank you Izola, who supplied the products for review and giveaway.