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    Just you and me

    Even before we moved in together, I had started decorating our new apartment.  When Ryan agreed to the idea of a gallery wall, I was really excited to finally get to pull some of my favorite pieces out of my “to be framed” file, and also create and purchase new pieces to round it out.
    One [...]

    How to make a ruffle-trim stocking

    When I shared some of my seasonal photos earlier this week, my girl Jackie was asking about this stocking. In fact, I made it myself and you can too!
    I didn’t take many photos of the stocking creation-process because I was wiped after ditching another (way too ambitious) project part-way through.  My goal with these was [...]

    Pumpkin inspiration

    A few years old, but still a great idea for a Halloween wedding. Why not use this same idea for your own home-bound pumpkin carving ideas (or pumpkin painting, for those who can’t be trusted with sharp objects!)?
    Try:
    1. Your house numbers
    2. Your anniversary
    3. Initials or monogram
    4. The first initials of each family member
    5. Spell out [...]

    Thinking of Halloween costumes

    Been brainstorming Halloween costumes. Here are some of our ideas for adult costumes.
    1. “Tool” Box (think, box around your body and Ed Hardy shirt, sideways baseball cap)
    2. Broken washer/dryer
    3. Zombie cowboy/cowgirl
    4. Boxed wine (decorated box around your body, “grapes” around your head and torso). Real wine optional.
    5. “Free Puppies” box (box around your body, person [...]

    Bridal shower

    Three weeks ago I hosted a bridal shower for my friend Melissa (who is getting married this weekend!). The theme was Plates and Panties, but you’ll see from her loot that not too many ladies brought plates…
    Hope you enjoyed this little glimpse! Is there anything you’d like to know?

    How to make a cute shoe bag

    This is a project for anyone who has been packing for a trip and realizes she doesn’t want to throw her shoes in with her white tee, or someone who commutes to work in rubber boots but wants to change to heels when she comes out of the rain. Sound familiar?
    You will need:
    An iron
    A fat [...]

    Easy shower favors

    I’m not usually a big advocate for favors (this isn’t the Oscars, you don’t get a goodie bag), but these were easy enough that I just went for it. They helped pull in the color scheme and will be a nice treat for the guests after they leave.
    The concept: chocolates in a custom bag, arranged [...]