Okay, can you BELIEVE that these doorknob plates are not real antiques? I haven't been this pleased with a replica in a long while. These babies are fantastic. I love re-purposing antique-y things into something of function. These doorknob plates sparked an idea for a DIY necklace holder that would not only display some fun pieces but would also look lovely on the wall. Decorative Knob DIY … [Read more...] about Vintage Doorknob Necklace Holder
DIY Pineapple Button Art
Pineapples are just the right amount of kitsch, don't you think? The sweet and prickly fruit has become a decor staple these days, and can be found plastered in most Home Decor departments. I may happen to have a golden pineapple soap dispenser in my guest bath right now! I have always wanted to try button art, and figured that combining it with the trendy shape of the pineapple would be a winner. … [Read more...] about DIY Pineapple Button Art
DIY Grapevine Ball Wreath
The grapevine ball is a popular way to add a natural accent to decor. You'll most often see them piled up in a low bowl, or sitting atop a mantel. But when I started considering these twiny balls, I was reminded of their big sister - the grapevine wreath. And perhaps these two wanted to have a family reunion? That was the idea behind my DIY grapevine wreath for today's post! DIY Grapevine Wreath … [Read more...] about DIY Grapevine Ball Wreath
Nautical Towel Rack for the Pool or Bathroom
When I saw the whale-tail hooks on the Darice site, I stopped dead in my tracks. Usually I'm not one for clever knobs or hangers, but these were the perfect combination of style and kitsch. I needed them. My bathroom is slowly evolving into a nautical-inspired space and I knew these hooks would be perfect for a DIY towel rack. Of course, I couldn't help but imagine them living outdoors as well. … [Read more...] about Nautical Towel Rack for the Pool or Bathroom
Three Simple Ways To Style a Terrarium
Using some fabulous terrariums from Darice, I'm going to share three simple terrarium ideas for your home - that don't use living plants! While I love me some houseplants, sometimes it's nice to have one less thing to water. Terrariums are a very trendy item in home decor these days. You can see them sitting in carefully curated vignettes or atop mantels. Sometimes terrariums hold delicate … [Read more...] about Three Simple Ways To Style a Terrarium
Gold-Dipped Cement Planter Pots
I am a sucker for anything gold. Whether it's a brassy warm cold, or a cooler spray-painted gold, I love it all. But until now, I'd never experimented with gold leaf. I'd read about how hard it was to work with and how many craft fails had come from using the finicky thin foil sheets. So up until this point I'd completely ignored its possibilities. And then I saw these gorgeous unfinished concrete … [Read more...] about Gold-Dipped Cement Planter Pots