DIY Desk Accessory: Lined Wooden Boxes

April 26, 2012

I have been wanting to share this DIY with you since it is something I use often, and is a fun way to re-purpose wooden boxes. I saved a few that came with some Melissa & Doug toys for the kids. They had no lids, so I thought the best use would be to turn them into desk accessories;)

Supplies:

Wooden Boxes

(you can also find these at a craft store)

Patterned Paper

Modge Podge

Acrylic Paints

Paint Brush

Scissors

Directions:

Paint your boxes your desired color using craft paint. Let dry.

Line up your box on your paper, and trace along the bottoms of the boxes. You cut 1/4 inch (depending on the width of the sides) down from the traced size. Make sure the paper fits well inside the box.

Modge Podge the bottom of your boxes with a paint brush and immediately press and smooth your paper along the bottom. Let dry.

You can use these for holding stationary, business cars, jewelry, washi tape collection…you name it. Anything to help me stay organized is a plus. Now onto the closets…

*Peonies Print: Sarah Tucker, Book: Decorate, Vase: Gift from Husband, Stamps: Olive Manna, Washi Tape: Urban Scarlet, Beads: Antique Market

Take 3: Party in the Back

April 25, 2012

Got you with the title, didn’t I? 😉 With summer lurking around the corner (and seemingly already arrived here in GA) I can’t help but dream up great backyard bashes that involve good music, great company, and of course great lights…

{Party 1 | 2 | 3 }

I hope this is a pick me up for your Wednesday!

I think I will make some guac today just to extend that summer party feel…

P.S. IHOD ads will be almost doubling in size next month for the same rate! Email me if you would like more information for May sponsorship:)

Giveaway: $100 Shop Credit to September Wren

April 24, 2012

I know.

Her photos are like a summer daydream.

I honestly cannot pick a favorite.

Lucky that if you win, you won’t have to either!

One lucky IHOD reader will win $100 shop credit to September Wren!

I am totally jealous of you;)

To Enter (must be a follower or subscriber of IHOD):

1) Pin one of your favorite September Wren images to pinterest and let us know you did!

Additional Entries (leave a separate comment for each):

2) Add September Wren shop to favorites on Etsy

3) Tweet or Facebook about the giveaway

example tweet: Just entered the #giveaway over @inhonorofdesign for a chance to win $100 Shop credit to @septemberwren! http://inhonorofdesign.blogspot.com

If you do not have a blogger profile, please leave a valid email address. Open to International Readers. Giveaway ends next Monday night! Best of luck!

P.S. The winner of the Macaroy Kangaroo Giveaway was #22…MrsKinne!! Will be in touch!

True Beauty Files: Olive, White, and a Touch of Bright

April 23, 2012

{Top: c/o Ruche, Jeans: RL (similar here or here), Sweater tank: H&M, Necklace: c/o Across the Pond, Earrings: Stitched + Adorned (10% off sitewide with code IHOD10), Sandals: Dress Up Boutique (similar), Tote & Belt: H&M}

So I totally dropped the ball with Saturday’s Real Chat post. Reason? Plum forgot to post it. I had a great one ready to go too! I have to get into the habit of posting on Saturdays, and I apologize for the miscommunication! Promise I won’t forget this week!

Highlights of the busy weekend:

Date night that included real good southern food. Skee ball and arcade games followed (we thrive off competition).

Witnessing a friend’s beautiful baby be baptized and celebrating with good friends.

Veronica took her first steps (I think she knows she turned one)!

Antique market hunting. One of my finds here.

Sunday night grilling. Just the four of us.

How was your weekend?

To link up your modern modeste outfit posts, simply leave the post in the linky tools below, grab a button or text link back to this original post! Looking forward to seeing your posts!

The True Beauty Files:

A lookbook for the modern modeste.

“The beauty of a woman is not in the clothes she wears, the figure that she carries, or the way she combs her hair. The beauty of a woman is seen in her eyes, because that is the doorway to her heart, the place where love resides. True beauty in a woman is reflected in her soul. It’s the caring that she lovingly gives, the passion that she shows & the beauty of a woman only grows with passing years.”

~ Audrey Hepburn

Style File: Retro Summer Finds for under $45

April 20, 2012

Photo / Top 1 / Top 2 / Sunglasses 1 / Sunglasses 2 / Shorts / Tote / Sandals

Sometimes I swear I was supposed to be born in the Fifties. I just identify with the style culture, and way of life:) Don’t you just want to jump in that photo and enjoy a summer day?

Fun links for the weekend:

A free set of arrow brushes (as used above) by the talented Ez.

Styled. Issue Six is a fresh take on Spring.

Can’t get over how cute the Mini Rodini line for Poppy’s Closet is.

This chevron dress from Stitched + Adorned. (!)

Domino has returned to newstands. Must find!

Love the EveryGirls’s 10 Entree Salads for under $50

In Case You Missed It:

Three Ways to Style Mint

Veronica’s 12 mo. photos + giveaway

Birthday Celebration Details

3 Party DIY’s

Leather Fringe Tiered Necklace DIY

Check back tomorrow’s for an all new Real Talk over Coffee post!

Happy weekend!

DIY: Leather Fringe Tiered Necklace

April 19, 2012

Here is very easy level DIY that is a perfect summer accessory to go along with your tees or dresses:)

These would also go well with the leather bolted bracelets DIY!

Supplies:

Leather swatch samples

(got mine from my MIL’s old sample collection-she is an interior designer)

Chain

Jump rings

Lobster Clasps

(find these in at a craft store or etsy!)

Instructions:

1) On one side of your leather piece, pre-draw your angled shape.

Leave enough room on the top to fold over the chain later.

2) Cut out your shape and continue to cut slits along the diagonal sides of your shape (about 1/8 in.) at different lengths.

3. Measure out your chain and attach the jumprings and lobster clasp with a pliers.

4. Turn your piece over, and add liquid stitch (my best friend) along the top edge and fold over the chain at the bottom middle section. Let dry.

You can make your chains different lengths for a tiered necklace look! If you can get your leather swatches from an interior design friend, than the total cost is only the cost of your chain and attachments. Have fun:)

1st and 3rd Birthday Celebration Details

April 18, 2012

Since this was a party with lots of little ones and double the amount of adults, I focused on having a relaxed and open setting with good food, drinks, and activities on hand:) I wrapped both the food table and kids table with kraft paper (you can buy it by the roll). The kids could use their space to color and it also makes for an easy clean up! Since it was a party for Gabriel AND Veronica, I used Navy, Lime, and Bright Pink as the color theme. I had such a hard time finding these colors in stores (especially navy) so I was thrilled when these shops came through for me! ….

Plates, Napkins, Cutlery, Balloons, Striped Straws via PlatesandNapkins.com (the only place I could find these colors!)

Cupcake liners and toppers kit via The Papered Nest

Tissue Pom Kit via Pom Love

We were blessed to celebrate with many good friends, and hopefully captured some memories for our children:) I will post three party DIY’s tomorrow so stay tuned!

P.S. The winner of the GCOCH giveaway was #3….Danielle! Please contact me for info! Thanks to everyone who entered! Look forward to seeing you on the site:)