Fun-a-day

http://artclash.com/

Although I don't live in Philly, I'm still intrigued by the concept. Create your own project and produce one piece of artwork each day for the entire month of January.

Do I want to take this on?

DIY: Chipboard & Flower Field Centerpiece

http://www.hostessblog.com/2009/04/diy-chipboard-flower-field-centerpiece/

Very adorable and the possibilities are endless for variations

Mod Podge = Awesome

A few weeks ago idiy.com had a post about vintage french labels. It could not have come at a more perfect time as I was in the middle of planning my French market themed b-day bash. Their link suggested to use a glue stick but I wanted something with more permanence. My partner-in-crime Molly suggested Mod Podge which I had never really used.

I could not be more happy with the results! We used the matte version of the product over the various glass bottles we had collected. I really like the effect it gave as it made the glass more frosted and vintage looking. In the end we probably did about 12 vases, which really became the pièce de résistance.

Recovering Chairs

Simple enough. We have been using my SILs old set since we moved because our gigantic table and chairs will not fit in our current dining room. The chairs however were just plain beat up. She had gave me some fabric that she had bought herself to cover them with.

It was a nice heavy duty fabric, but I was really attracted to the other side...and thats what I ended up using. Cost to do this...nothing, aside from some staples for the gun and the labor of my husband to help.

Bird Houses

I made these little birdhouses a few weeks ago. I originally wanted to place them behind the drink table at my recent party but instead opted for the sad corner of my front porch. I love these little guys although I am a little scared as I read an article a few weeks ago that talked about how bad these little bird houses were for you know, actual birds. I hope that wasps do not decide to make it their home...

I had the kids help in painting them with me. They really had a great time and I wasn't worried about how perfect it was since I was planning on white washing them and making them look old anyways. They sell them for $1 a piece at any local craft store. I bought mine at Joann Fabric.

Finished product. I love them

She's crafty!

I cannot wait till this weekend! I have been doing so many craft projects for my french market theme party that I cannot wait to share. I feel that I can't post any of them now as to not give away too much.

Pomegranate Brooch

It looks good enough to eat. On Flickr.

Etsy Clocks

Top Left: Clocks fine art print from Warm Whispers

Top Right: Vintage French Clock (mint green) from Sadie Olive

Bottom Left: Vintage Faux Bois Westclox Alarm Clock from Vintage Avocado

Bottom Right: Vintage French Clock (taupe) from Sadie Olive

Time for Tea

I'm in love with this beautiful tea cup necklace, among other things, by CorrieBerry Pie.

Cuckoo for Pink

Yes I want it. No, I don't know where I will put it...but for $16?!

Plasticland

Another Giveaway!

I have been fantasizing about letterpress for a LONG time. There has been so many designs that I have seen on blogs or etsy where I have just said...I want to do that! Cards, paper, tags...I would love to let my imagination run wild. One of my favorite blogs idiy, which caters mostly to weddings, is giving away a a kit. Clicky click and enter to win (if I don't beat you to it!)

Giveaway at idiy

Giveaway from Simple Blueprint

http://simpleblueprint.typepad.com/blog/2009/11/giveaway-eva-juliet.html

I've only been following Joanna @ Simple Blueprint for a few days now but was really excited to see her offering this giveaway. Eva Juliet is based out of Montreal and a lot of her items are available in English and French...but of course why wouldn't you want it in French??

Follow the link to her blog and enter to win any item from Eva Juliet's etsy site

Vintage Tins and Free Labels

http://www.i-do-it-yourself.com/2009/11/diy-vintage-tins-free-labels/

I have been following this blog now for a little while but this post could not come at a better time. I am throwing a French market theme birthday party in a few weeks and I am positive that I could use these templates for something.

Jewelry Want

They want to be in my home....

Coveting http://paraphernalia.nu/

All under $25

Chandelier Want

The Gypsy $139.00

http://chandeliera.com/

Oh Etsy

Farewell Domino Magazine

One of my favorite design magazines just printed its last issue. I got a notice stating that they would be replacing it with Glamour

I really enjoyed their magazine. Their design ideas weren't too pricey and gave great hints. They have only been around since 05 and I'm pretty sure I probably have all issues.

First Jane, now this

http://www.msnbc.msn.com/id/28899904/

Source of inspiration

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Originally uploaded by Mme Paulita

Found this beautiful vase at Pier One the other week. They actually had lots of other items in this pattern (toothbrush holders, tissue boxes)...but I bought the vase for inspiration. I am going to use the colors in it for the garden house. Will keep you posted