Kate Spade Inspired DIY

My latest DIY project comes straight from the wonderfulness that is Pinterest. After spying this lovely Kate Spade inspired canvas, I knew I had to make one of my own for our soon-to-be baby boy's nursery.

I am happy to report that this project is rather simple and quick to complete.

Materials Needed:

1) Canvas {you decide the size}:



2) Gold Scrapbook Paper:



3) 2" Circle Punch:



4) Adhesive {I chose to use a hot glue gun to avoid fumes}

Process:

To achieve the Kate Spade inspired look above, first take your 2" circle cut-outs and place them randomly on your canvas. You can decide how many circles you wish to incorporate. Being random is not as easy as it looks!

Once you have decided on a layout, glue the cut-outs to the canvas. Next, lay the canvas flat to dry and then hang in the perfect spot of your choice.

Our version is waiting patiently in our crib to be hung up as the rest of the nursery decor comes together!

If you are not a fan of gold, you could always use a plethora of other color options. The possibilities are endless! The nursery is coming together and I am super excited to share some updates with you guys soon.

P.S. I hit the 30 week mark this week and am officially freaking out.

xoxo

Still Addicted To Chevron

So it seems as if I can't keep from buying chevron printed items. Just when I thought I was so over it, Target comes out with some things that I felt like I had to have. You know the drill, right?

The other day my mom texted me an image of all these chevron storage bins and I immediately thought how great the large lidded one would look in the nursery.

She picked up the only one she saw and this weekend I picked up two more. They look great in the little dude's custom closet. : )

Next up I found these dishtowels. I always need something nice for when people are over to dry their hands in the bathroom and these fit the bill beautifully.

One of my students had a great pair of folders in class and of course, I had to go and get those too. Why I need folders is beyond me...we'll just say since I'm a teacher it makes sense. : )

Of course I didn't stop there...I saw this gold and cream chevron pillow online and found it at my local Target. It's pretty in person, a bit more champagne than gold, and for right now it's home is in our master bedroom on our new bench. I thought about using it on the glider in the nursery...who knows where its permanent home will be.

I didn't need any of these fun little finds but what's the fun in needing everything you buy? : )

xoxo

What's Good In Your Hood {Rochester, NY}

Happy Monday, everybody. I hope you guys had a great weekend. We got a lot of stuff completed in the baby's room. David and I are so thankful to our families; Dan came up twice this weekend to install the new closet doors, paint the dresser/changing table, and paint the changing pad tray that he built. He's the best and David and I appreciate it more than we could ever express. We got to celebrate David's 30th at IHOP {his choice} and we snuck in some shopping, too. Our weather has been unseasonably warm and I am not complaining, it's helping to keep me motivated!

Today our craigslist search takes us to Rochester, New York. Let's get to it.

$25 Chair


$125 Pair of Chairs


$100 Dresser


$40 Dresser


$499 Bedroom Set


$100 Settee

xoxo

Excited for 2012 + New Stuff For Sale!

Found on Pinterest // Can be purchased from Etsy

That onesie pretty much says it all. In just {give or take} three short months David and I will be responsible for another human life. Holy cow. We say it everyday how crazy it is and now it's getting real....very real. Thanks so much to everyone who chimed in on my registry help request. You guys took time out of your days to help us out and we appreciate it so much. ¡¡Muchas Gracias!!

This year has so much in store for us and we are busting at the seams with anticipation, fear, excitement, and joy! I hope you guys are ready for 2012 as much as we are.

To start this year off right, David and I donated 11 boxes and bags of stuff to the Goodwill on Saturday. We, ok I, have collected so much stuff that we just simply don't have room for once the little dude makes his appearance. It felt glorious to drop those items off and I hope someone gets some joy out of something I used to as well.

I also added some items to the "For Sale" page of the blog if you're interested. I'll be adding stuff here and there as I get around to it.

So tell me...what are your big plans for twenty-twelve? : )

xoxo

p.s. All you St. Louis readers...I can be found here later today, too!

Sweet Deal + Registry Help

Hey guys! Happy Thursday. Today I've got my big glucose test and I am hoping to pass. I've heard some pretty awful stories about the stuff they make you drink, but that's ok. I'm happy to get to do it. : )

Yesterday David and his dad painted the nursery, installed some custom closet shelving, and put the crib together. It's getting very real and just a little bit scary. Baby boy is coming in a few short months whether we're ready or not.

The other day while shopping at Home Goods, David and I found this adorable white giraffe lamp for only $30! It's the perfect addition to our whimsical nursery and we couldn't be more pleased to have purchased it.

We scored quite the deal since the Jonathan Adler version retails for nearly $400.

I can't wait for the room to come together so I have something to share with all of you.

Oh, and this weekend David and I are planning to register. We're a little overwhelmed and could use any tips, tricks, or advice on baby items that you've loved or hated. We're all ears.

Have a very happy new year!!

xoxo