Planter-Chair

I know that this has been done, redone, and done again HOWEVER it is my first go around. I was given four chairs from a friend and have just now redone the last one.
I decided to do something more BOLD and go with an Apple Green spray paint.

I cut a circle out of the middle of the seat, all by myself mind you. I think my husband was a little nervous because he happened to need to clean up the yard right next to me as I was cutting. I can be a little clumsy so I took that as true concern for my well being as well as the handsaws.

Ta-da!! My little version of a planter-chair, I am almost finished with the front porch just in need of a inexpensive bench. I will be keeping my eyes OPEN. Oh & I found the greatest deal on an out door light but I have a little sprucing to do.

As Easy as 123...

Well, I wish! I have been MIA because a few minor-ish projects that took some major time and because they are not yet complete I thought I better just give a sneak preview of the Master Bedroom projects we have been working on...
A built in Bookcase from my very helpful husband!

We have redone about all the furniture in the bedroom.

Sneak peak of the final result

I think (HOPE) we should be done early next week and then I can give more details on our projects.

Oh, the joys of having a Teacher Spouse

Summer break is now upon us and once again a list of TO DO’S is awaiting our time. I think my husband has a bitter sweet last day of school, excited to vacation and spend time with the family yet a fear of “The List.” A list of things I need (or should I say WANT) done has been accumulating in my head for 10 months now. I have been dreaming of the day I can put my muscle man to work.

About a week ago I started dropping subtle hints… Wouldn’t it be nice if…? Don’t you think that would look good? How would you like (showing him a picture)? He could tell my mind was racing and my heart was pounding trying not to show my excitement for the next two months of dare I say it… CRAFTING. Around our house that can sometimes be a bad word “crafting.”

Here are a few of the projects that I am DETERMINED to get to…

What do you think about this unique idea? I want to change it up a little but here is where I got the inspiration... http://thelennoxx.zymichost.com/category/browse-by-style/modern-browse-by-style/page/5/

And this headboard I LOVE at http://www.centsationalgirl.com/

A built in Bookcase is in the works as I type, this is not the picture just an idea of how I want it done in our bedroom. (Thanks Honey isn't it nice to relax at home;)

And this is the motherload of projects I saw this and immediately I had stair envy. I HOPE to get to this we will see. http://www.centsationalgirl.com/

It is definitely going to be a great summer for me, and hope my husband finds time to relax!

Dear Justin,

While you were at school I decided it would be nice to spruce up the home a bit with a few new decorations. I know that that is not the number one priority, especially on your list, however I am feeling quite crafty right now and needed an outlet. And I can explain…

It started out as a mess trying to figure out what I wanted to do, but don't worry its all clean now! Here is what I did...

Do remember the counter top before? It was a little bland...

But now doesn't that look much better?

How about the Armorie, wont it be much more aesthetically pleasing to watch TV now?

Before

After

And this .50 plate look what could be done with this...

A little modge podge and ready to go!

What do you think about a chalkboard dinner menu? I think I may need mom to make me one permanently!!

So what do you think?

Now I wouldn’t be so quick to blame me for all this spontaneity you can blame Beth the creator of The Stories of A 2 Z blog. She really is a bad influence on me, I already have 3 more project for the upcoming days. With her around our home may just become more fun to look at, the nerve. One more thing you should know, I only spent $40 at Hobby Lobby and I used a lot of things we already had so that’s defiantly a bonus.

I do know dinner isn’t ready yet and the last load of laundry isn’t folded and put away but I can order a mean Chinese take out and we could enjoy it our newly revamped kitchen. What do you think?

Love,
Your Devoted Wife




Now to see if he even notices;)

Play Closet

The term play closet may sound strange to many people especially when they hear bits and pieces of a conversation with my kids. An example “Mom can I go play in the closet.” Yes, it sounds a bit bizarre however I have found that the smaller the space the better for children. Brinley could hangout with Grandpa under a table with a blanket over it forever.

Plus as much as we love our home it is starting to feel a little small already and with no end in sight we have to make every nook count.

We have had a vision of a fun filled, organized, colorful, educational, ext. you know a dream space since we moved in. With the help of my parents, my grandpa’s company, my uncle Doug and Justin here is our attempt (its nice to know people.) I shouldn't forget IKEA without you I would have had to work a lot harder to create. THANK YOU, THANK YOU FOR ALL YOUR HELP!!!


BEFORE

AFTER

BEFORE

AFTER

BEFORE

AFTER

LOVEN IT!!!


We still have a few finishing touches I will post later.

I am having a hard time deciding what to do with the door. We bought a solid wood door to make a homemade Dutch Door and now I can't decide what color to paint it. Blue, black and white checkers, yellow? The possibilities are endless, I will sleep on it for a few more days.