Home Decorators Challenge

**mamamia** · 05-11-2010, 03:15 AM

Originally Posted by baxjul

From what I've seen around me, no one in Florida has any kind of sense of humor!!!! Glad to see someone who does!

Well that's only because there's just not enough people from Brooklyn living here....haha!

i must say though, i really do agree. SIGH!

Theresa

**mamamia** · 05-11-2010, 03:19 AM

Okay girls! Igot a new "Check This Out" post for you! It's a crafty project, and I think it's so worth sharing with you guys!

How to Make Hanging Baskets at WomansDay.com - Hanging Basket Craft Project

So opinions please? Is that neat, or what? And I'm sure you could easily use different shaped, or fabric baskets too.

Theresa

**mamamia** · 05-11-2010, 04:25 AM

Okay girls! Here's our latest Trash to Treasure" project. It's called "Kitchen Klonker Kreativity". You'll need to dig out your "one of a kind" plates, tea pots, cups & saucers, and even old silver-ware. You might also need a candle stick or two. Here's some inspiration for you. Or by all means use your own ideas. >>

On this 1st one, I really like the 2nd one down. I just so happen to have a small, white oval platter, that I plan on painting olive green, and stencilling ~WELCOME~ in Italian, and hanging it over my dining room doorway. My hubby will LOVE it! And to think I almost gave that platter away!

The Thrifty Designer: What I Did With My Thrifty Finds
-----------------------------------------------------------------

dollar store serving tray---I adore this one! Scrap book papers are SO pretty....and cheap!

Tatertots and Jello: Dollar Store Serving Tray Tutorial
------------------------------------------------------------------
turn plates into mirrors
Transform Plates into Decorative Mirrors | Dollar Store Crafts
--------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
The link for this shows doing it in fabric, but I've done this with magazine cut-outs. when you go thru your magazines, look for those full page ads for collectors plates. They work very nice. Or again, scrapbook papers would work too! Get creative, and make more than one using several co-ordinating papers.

decoupage plate
Decoupage plate - Kaboose.com

------------------------------------------------------------------
candlestick dessert plate... i think I could have fun with this one! There are a million possibilities with this next idea. I really like the sponge paint best.
Dessert Stands at Organize and Decorate Everything
------------------------------------------------------------------
spoon garden stakes....Who would've ever guessed? So cute!
http://4.bp.blogspot.com/_u9y_rUI2bF...ntmarkers2.jpg
------------------------------------------------------------------
This one might be tough, but the results are worth it!!
Make Teapot Lamp - Teapot Table Lamp Craft - Country Living
-----------------------------------------------------------------
Looks like a ~family heirloom~, no?
http://2.bp.blogspot.com/_QAFD5wEY54...grainsack3.jpg

-----------------------------------------------------------------
monogrammed platter...Simple & Classic. Love it!
http://lh3.ggpht.com/_LYCeRp0PLzU/S8...0/DSCN0985.JPG
you can order a vinyl letter for $6 here..
Wonderfully Wordy

or you can just stencil your monogram. be sure to use primer 1st.
------------------------------------------------------------------
Another idea i was thinking is using stamping designs, or other stencils. I really love anything done in black & white brocade, or really any color combo brocade for that matter. Need to check out some stamps at Joann's.

I lost the link somewhere

, but there was one lady who took a huge silver platter that had very ornate edging, painted it white, had her hubby cut out a centered circle, and used it for a ceiling medallion. It looked great. Of course she "found" the platter for just a couple of bucks. Lucky her!

Now remember, you don't HAVE to do this project. It's just for fun. I hope you like the ideas, and create something out of your stash.

Enjoy it!

Theresa

**mamamia** · 05-11-2010, 05:16 AM

I want to show you an idea I have that was inspired from one of our Trash to Treasure projects...Turn plates into mirrors.

I have been wanting these mirrors for months now>>>>>

JCPenney : Set of 3 Round Wall Mirrors

Needless to say, they're "budget busters"!

But, but, but! I came across this awesome architctural site, and found these pretty babies!

http://search.architecturaldepot.com.../index?filters[category]=Ceiling%20Medallions&filters[price]=*%2010

...AND, I'll probably pick one of these >

10"OD x 6 1/8"ID x 1/2"P Andrea Ceiling Medallion by ArchitecturalDepot.com

OR>>
8"OD x 3 7/8"ID x 1/2"P Daniela Ceiling Medallion by ArchitecturalDepot.com

There's a few more I'm in love with, but of course you get the picture....and the picture of the cheapo prices didn't get by you either, right?

And so you understand why I'm a "happy camper" too, dontcha?

Now,

I know for a fact that those small circular mirrors are SUPER cheap down at Joann's.

And I know the glass won't be bevelled, but I'm thinking for 3 ceiling medallions, and 3 mirrors, it shouldn't run me more than $20

for the whole project. Of course I have to stain or paint them....but that's the fun part, kwim?

Well, just thought it would be fun to talk about here. Nobody here at home gets overly excited about by my ideas

Oh well! I can live with that... I might even still be nice and feed them! Ha!

So what about you crafty gals? Anything brewing in the ideas department? Just add it here. Would love to hear about it!

Theresa

**mamamia** · 05-11-2010, 07:20 AM

Okay! Now don't roll your eyes please. (lol) But can you stand just one more "plate idea"?

$5 Dollar Challenge: Silhouette Bird Plates | Frugal with a Flourish

I just thought these were too creative to pass up!

Theresa

**Palooka** · 05-11-2010, 03:37 PM

Originally Posted by mamamia

You're very welcome Palooka! But what room or area are you going to hang it? It would be gorgeous anywhere, but I'm curious. Personally, I LOVE the ledge idea best. I bought one in black for my oldest girl's room re-do. We can't wait to set it up!

I forgot to mention that those appliques can be found even cheaper. Try doing a google, ok?

Theresa

I haven't decided yet. Either the living room or hallway. That seems like the only two places that it will work. DH bought me the hooks to hang it last night but left them in the car and has to work late... so it won't get done today. Darn.

**baxjul** · 05-11-2010, 03:54 PM

I'm heading into the bathroom tomorrow to do something. Don't know what yet. lol

**pollypurebred39** · 05-11-2010, 06:23 PM

A local designer's blog. On the right she has a dyi if you scroll down that's interesting.

LoveYourRoom

**Palooka** · 05-11-2010, 07:55 PM

Originally Posted by baxjul

I'm heading into the bathroom tomorrow to do something. Don't know what yet. lol

I did what I could in the bathroom last week when I was on my cleaning/organizing streak.

[vent] dh never did finish remodeling our bathroom and there is still unfinished tiles and other stuff. Arrrgggggg! So I hate my bathroom and do the best I can with it. [/vent]

On the back of my toilet I have a pretty towel with my Bath and Body Works lotion. I have a Paris pic and some angel pics with matching toothbrush holders and a simple candle. A cool light with scents on top of the cabinet. There is a lot of tiles so only a little room to hang stuff. The colors are blue, grey, gold, taupe, and white. blah.

I have no clue what else to do with it. I was thinking a new shower curtain would help.

**pollypurebred39** · 05-12-2010, 12:42 AM

Palooka, Here's an idea

sticviews > tile decal | tile accent decals | tile stickers | custom bathroom tile | custom kitchen tile

**pollypurebred39** · 05-12-2010, 12:56 AM

Baxjul, If you're looking for something this may help.

Bathroom Decor Ideas - Makeover Your Bathroom - Goodhousekeeping.com

http://www.frugalsimplicity.com/2008...s-on-a-budget/

**mamamia** · 05-12-2010, 04:07 AM

Originally Posted by pollypurebred39

Baxjul, If you're looking for something this may help.

Bathroom Decor Ideas - Makeover Your Bathroom - Goodhousekeeping.com

Frugal Bathroom Decorating Tips on a Budget | Frugal Simplicity

Polly! Thanks for posting these links. I really love the tile decals. Did you see the wrought iron "gates" series? So perfect to me for that Roman Bath style I keep trying for. I'm just not sure how to figure out the pricing.

Well, I'm just gonna go back and try it again.

And I really love slide #3 on the Goodhouse keeping site. Groups of things always draw my attention. And a shelf is always a great idea, no matter what the style is, ya think?

TTYL! And Polly I hope you posting here is a good sign that you're feeling more like your "old self"!

Theresa

**baxjul** · 05-12-2010, 08:22 AM

Originally Posted by pollypurebred39

Baxjul, If you're looking for something this may help.

Bathroom Decor Ideas - Makeover Your Bathroom - Goodhousekeeping.com

Frugal Bathroom Decorating Tips on a Budget | Frugal Simplicity

I'm going to post a picture after the bus comes, and see if you ladies have any ideas!!!

**baxjul** · 05-12-2010, 10:18 AM

That is looking in from hallway door.

Looking in from our bedroom door.

Okay, give me some ideas!!

Ignore the dirty clothes pile, and the cat litter. how gross. Those are cleaned up now.