The Stockings Were Hung...Recycled Sweater {DIY} Stockings

A few months ago I stumbled upon these cute little stockings while out shopping. They were just so darn cute-look at the shape- I couldn't leave them behind! However, I could only find 3 that I liked color wise. All of the stockings colors were a bit on the dark side for me, but my brain started turning and I thought perhaps I could copy them and add a bit of punch of color in the ones that I made....

Pirate Birthday Party for a 4 Year Old

Welcome to Grayson's Pirate Birthday Party...he turned 4 in June, but hey, better late then never, right?!

My New Chair

For months (a year?) I've had this boardroom-ish chair sitting in our basement, waiting for an overhaul. I'm not sure what drew me too this chair to begin with, maybe it's simple lines and mix of modern and retro, it reminded me of the chairs that would sit in the office in elementary school...not sure if that's a good memeory or not, haha...

None the less, it caught my attention and I had big plans for it....

DIY Egg Carton Flowers {Spring Craft for Kids}

Yes, Egg Carton Flowers-this one is an oldie but goodie! With two 4 year olds and two 2 year olds hanging off my legs on Friday morning, I knew a craft was in order! This was the perfect thing to brighten up a dreary  morning...

To make these you'll need...

Empty Egg Cartons

Paint

Paint Brushes

Newspaper or drop cloth {or not}

Pipe Cleaners

Scissors

What next? 

Separate each individual egg holder from the egg carton by ripping along the seams. Trim off excess carton as you go along.

Let the painting begin!

Once dry, I made a small slit in the bottom of each egg holder/flower, and popped a pipe cleaner through, making a few twists and knots so that it wouldn't slip back through.

Sit back and admire your pretty bouquet of flowers!

 See? They even smell pretty, lol!

Have you and the kiddos made anything fun and messy lately?!

Happy Monday!

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Loves on a Thursday-Homemade Coconut Scrub

I'm itching for warm weather, an uncomfortable need fresh air that doesn't knock the wind out of you itching. So in my attempts at inducing Spring I've been working at getting my feet ready for flip flops-yes, a little far fetched but whatever, I can do what I want...hehe...

There are a bazillion recipes out there for body scrubs, but I thought I'd share mine with you anyways. You can basically add any ingrediant as long as you keep the base of the recipe the same-1 cup or sugar and 1/3 cup of oil. I'm a sucker for anything that has coconut in it, so what-dya know I made a Coconut Brown Sugar Scrub.

What you'll need...

1 cup sugar

1/3 cup coconut oil

2 tablespoons corn syrup

1/3 cup shredded coconut

First, I softened the coconut oil in the microwave for a few seconds, it just made it easier to mix. Then I added all the other ingredients to a mixer or you can use a hand blender, I seriously felt like I was baking cookies and every time I see it on the shelf in my bathroom, I want to eat it! There, you've been warned!!!

To use, just grab about a tablespoon in the palm of your hand and rub onto moistened feet or elbows, wherever you need a little TLC. I even like it on my hands, although it may be too rough for someone with sensitive skin.

Some other alternatives to the coconut would be, epsom salts or a combination of sugars, raw, brown or white. Try adding cinnamon or vanilla, maybe a zest of lemon or lime?! I've also made this with olive oil too!

Some other scrubs and DIY lotions I'd love to try...

Simple Sugar Scrub

Whipped Body Balm

Vanilla Citrus Body Scrub

DIY Shimmer Lotion

Yes, there's really bubblegum in this lip scrub!!!

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Easy Peasy Hanging Ornament Display

I've been all about the super easy projects lately. And when I happened upon this vintage frame at a craft sale, I snatched it up!! I had no idea where it would end up but knew it wouldn't go to waste...

I love the intricate details on the frame and the color was perfect just the way it was, so all I did was give it a little wipe down and it was ready to rock n' roll! I'll probably use it in various ways throughout the year, and since the holiday season was here, I decided it needed a little bit of bling!

The hanging wire that was on the back was in rough shape so I cut it off and strung a very thin wire a little over 3/4 of the height of the frame opening. 

I finished it off with a small collection of ornaments in a variety of colors that coordinate with my holiday decor...and tada! A pretty little statement piece on the side table in our living room!

 You could easily do this with any old frame, big or small!

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Turquoise Fall Mantel {with Painted Pumpkins}

Happy Thanksgiving Monday!
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So far this long weekend, we've enjoyed a fabulous turkey dinner with all the fixin's and lots of family time...next on the list is a corn maze and pumpkin picking later on today...

Right now though, I wanted to share our Fall Mantel with you...

I was inspired by these painted pumpkins which were part of my 7 Fabulous Pumpkins Collection a few weeks back. As much as I loved the pinks that they used, it didn't really work with our color scheme...what I came up with was a mix of blues, turquoises and gold that fit perfectly with the rest of our decor and isn't your typical fall color scheme...

It was a nice afternoon project for my 3 year old too...he loved it, only was a bit disappointed that I wouldn't let me paint the pumpkins red {his favorite color}...hehe... the sparkles were a bit of a nightmare and we had them everywhere, but it gives the navy pumpkin a nice touch...

For this little plague, I was dying to try this DIY Chalkboard Paint from A Beautiful Mess, but I put a gold metallic spin on it...I love how it turned out! And it will be so pretty at Christmas time too...

What do you think? Do you like my Turquoise Inspired Fall Mantel? Have you done any fall decor color schemes that were outside the box?

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DIY Coat Rack Revamp

Remember the Coat Rack from this post? 

Originally, I thought of using it in the toy room (painted yellow) to hang the boys' costumes and hats on...BUT then I found myself needing a rack or something to display my scarves on in a local salon, so I started brainstorming and this is what I came up with...

First, I removed the hooks and soaked then in combination of CLR and water {cause who knows what was on them last!!} and then gave the stand a good wash and scrub followed by a light sanding {I hate a long drawn out projects and knew that I wanted a distressed finish, so I wasn't really following any How To's on how to properly finish furniture {So if you have a really nice piece of furniture you want to refinish-please don't follow my instrutions!}

Next I painted the rack with two coats of white paint.While I waited for that to dry, I washed and rinsed the hooks and then I sprayed them with two coats of Black spray paint.

The next day, I gave the whole rack a light sanding to rough up the edges for a rustic and worn look.

And voila...here it is in action!!!

A pretty little stand to show off some of my accessories at Glow Hair Studio!!

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