DIY Paper Flower Backdrop We’re delighted to have Jenny of Hank & Hunt back with us today to share another DIY tutorial. Last week you saw her DIY Feather Clips, and today she’s teaching us how to make a low-budget, high-impact paper flower backdrop! We love the idea of playing around with colors and perhaps even patterns to fit the feel of your wedding day perfectly. Let’s get to it: From Jenny of Hank & Hunt: The best part about this backdrop is its portability. Ever wonder how they manage to move those huge photobooth backdrops? For each board, you will need: -white foam core board -pack of 20×30″ 24 sheet fold of tissue paper -roll of double stick tape -scissors -empty water bottle Simply multiply your list by the number of boards you want; I made four. 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. 7. After I made these, I realized how pretty an ombre version would look. Project and images by Jenny Batt of Hank Hunt for Ruffled
Sleeper - 27 ideas Bedroom – one of the main room in the house. It finds a way out of love energy, here we rest, read, get ready for bed. That is why the bedroom is to pay special attention, when we are planning for the interior. Here are some original and interesting ideas for the bedroom. 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. 11. 12. 13. 14. 15. 16. 17. 18. 19. [ad1] 20. 21. 22. 23. 24. 25. 26. 27. 28. 29. 30. 31. 32. 33. [ad2] Ads by Google 11 awesome things to make using empty wine bottles Since you're a student we're guessing you've got some empty cans and bottles lying around. Just a hunch. Well, whilst those beer cans might be a bit of a lost cause, turns out your wine bottles may be ripe for reusing. That's right, it's the craze that's sweeping the internet (or as a lot of people like to call it, Pinterest) and it's all about turning your rubbish in to functional, beautiful stuff. In the case of wine bottles you can make art, light and even water your garden. Freshers Fields is back for 2013! 1. Simply wash them out, soak the labels off and stick in some sweets to make a colourful, and tasty, counter filler. 2. With a bit of clay and some bits and pieces of your choosing you can turn that dull mass-produced bottle into something worthy of display. 3. Trying to find something to do with those fairy lights in the months after Christmas? 4. This one is pretty self explanatory. 5. Want something a little more niche? 6. 7. 8. 9. 10. 11. Or why not go all out?
Convertible Sofa transforms into a dining table and chairs Convertible Sofa seen in both its forms (Photo: Julia Kononenko) Image Gallery (3 images) In cities where ever-growing populations need to be squeezed into the existing urban sprawl, living space is at a premium. The Convertible Sofa is a piece of furniture than transforms from a sofa into a dining table and six chairs. Kononenko told us that a "prototype is being tested at the factory" with plans for commercial availability in the future. The Convertible Sofa is the latest in a line of transformable furniture designed to serve multiple functions that has crossed our desks in recent months. Source: Behance via Designboom About the Author Dave is a technology journalist with a ravenous appetite for gadgets, gizmos, and gubbins. Post a CommentRelated Articles Just enter your friends and your email address into the form below For multiple addresses, separate each with a comma Privacy is safe with us because we have a strict privacy policy.
10 Coolest Kids Room Themes Kids’ rooms are fun to design because you get to stretch your imagination, and really run with a theme. If you’re thinking about decorating your child’s room, check out these fantastic theme designs. Trés Chic This stunning kid’s room uses bold complimentary colors against a stark white backdrop. 20,000 Leagues Under the Sea This bedroom is an underwater oasis. Spring Forest A unique four-poster bed is the star of this room. Summer Garden This room definitely brings the backyard inside. African Safari A bold wall mural sets the tone for this safari room. Fairy Hideaway This room was designed for a small child with a love of fairies. Tree House Hideout When you’re a kid, nothing is more exciting than your first tree house. Jungle Retreat Escape into the depths of the jungle in this cool kid’s room. Hello Kitty Princess Pink all around! Bold and Modern This sleek, modern room is stylish enough for kids of all ages.
Reader's home I am pleased to present a fabulous renovation of a reader's home today. This one I can relate to. Interior designer Sary's home looks about as narrow as mine (12') which is quite a design challenge. Sary essentially redid every surface - the walls, ceilings and floors. I loooove the bench/tv stand/book storage unit Sary and her father built (in an afternoon with just a nail gun, using wood she had pre-cut at Lowes) that extends from the living room into the dining space. Next, a couple photos from the powder room located just behind the dining room. And lastly the kitchen, which had a drop ceiling (that was removed), awful cabinets, countertop and flooring (all replaced). CONGRATS Sary!
Garage Mini House Who doesn’t love a good makeover? Especially if it involves small space creativity. Seattle based artist, designer and welder Michelle de la Vega took an old tired garage and turned it into a full functioning and visually stunning little house. Most fixtures and pieces of furniture were custom built for the project or salvaged, refurbished and repurposed by the designer/owner. The place is only 250 sq. ft., but thanks to clever space-saving solutions, it seems bigger; and there are no compromises in comfort. Before After Character Chart a) If you could have two whole weeks for vacation and go and do anything you wanted, what and where would it be? b) If you had a weakness for one of the seven deadly sins, which one would it be and why? (pride, greed, lust, envy, gluttony, wrath, sloth) c) If you could bring one person back to life and spend a whole day with him or her, who would it be and why? d) If you won a three-million dollar lottery, what would you do with the money? e) If you could change one thing about yourself, what would it be? f) What do you do to relax after a bad day? g) Where would you go to hang out if you wanted to feel comfortable? h) What do you do when you are angry? i) Do you have a secret passion? j) How do you feel in a crowd? k) If you were asked to describe yourself, what would you say about the kind of person you are? l) Where do you want to be in your life ten years from now? m) A tear jerker is on. n) Deep down, what does you really think of yourself? p) How important is money to you?
Painted Wood Wall Art | Via Salvage Love Photo: Claire Ferrante of Little Dog Vintage Materials: -2 pieces of MDF 30 inches x 24 inches and 1 centimeter thick which equals one piece that is 60 x 24. I bought two pieces because I assumed when I attached the wood strips, they would end up being heavy and it would be easier (and safer) to hang them next to each other as two separate pieces -approximately 100 pieces of wood various sizes and depths -7 paint colors. -bag of sponge paint brushes -sand paper -Liquid Nails (this stuff is pretty amazing) -table saw. Time: This is definitely a time consuming project. Cost: paint- 7 / 7.25ML cans of paint -$24 2 pieces of MDF- $24 sponge brushes- $5 Liquid Nails- $3 sand paper- already had some wood strips – free! Total Cost: $56 for materials (I was lucky to not have to pay for wood. With the help of my wonderful father and his table saw, we got to cutting the strips of wood.
37 Home Library Design Ideas by Micle Mihai-Cristian | Bob Vila Nation interior design By Freshome.com - Interior Design & Architecture Magazine on Jul 25, 2012 Probably the most “sacred” room of the entire crib, the home library combines relaxation with personal growth and completes the genuine atmosphere of a modern residence or apartment. We also love reading nooks and window seats surrounded by books, which make for great relaxations spots. Liquid to Light! Designer Ed Chew takes a green step in the right direction with the TetraBox lamp, a light object made from discarded drink packets that would have otherwise ended up in landfills already packed to the brim. The design is achieved by unfolding the packets and refolding them into hexagonal and pentagonal sections that are then pieced together to form a geodesic sphere or any other desired shape. Here, the Epcot-like ball makes an attractive overhead light and casts an impressive web of shadows and shapes on the surrounding space. Designer: Ed Chew
Modern Wall Art with Paint Swatches! Looking for a way to fill that blank wall but don't have permission to paint? All you need is a trip to a major hardware store and an afternoon in front of a good movie to take care of that little dilemma. Supplies Needed: Large frame with paper insert, a ton of pretty paint chips, double-sided tape squares, and vinyl letters appropriate to the size of your frame or phrase (4" - 6"). I went with a color scheme that involved a variety of tones from some of my favorite colors. It's basically a muted rainbow with plenty of lighter shades to keep things from getting too busy. 1. 3. Paint chip art is a great option for renters looking to fill a big space without spending a small fortune!