Decorate

Cardboard Taxidermy

Written by Amy · Jun 9, 2012 · Decorate

Isn't he handsome? The newest love in my life.

Adding Storage: Clothes rack

Written by Amy · Mar 26, 2012 · Decorate, Organize

Functional and fabulous: I dressed up a clothes rack, turning extra clothes storage into eye candy.

Christmas Tablescapes

Written by Amy · Dec 2, 2011 · Decorate

Easy inspiration for your holiday tables: A peek at three Christmas tables I designed for an article.

Sweet Pillowcase Nothings

Written by Amy · Apr 27, 2011 · Decorate, Handmade

A fun way to use fabric scraps, and sweeten up pillowcases: pillowcase messages.

Inspiration: Versailles

Written by Amy · Apr 22, 2011 · Decorate

Castle decor isn't usually my thing, but I found a few items that would be swell to have in my life at the Palace of Versailles.

This, I Celebrate

Written by Amy · Mar 8, 2011 · Decorate, Handmade

My first podcast! Hear my guest contribution to a sweet little project on Celebrations.

Tin Can Vase with Linen Napkin

Written by Amy · Mar 4, 2011 · Decorate, Handmade

Wrap a tin can in vintage linen for a vase with mucho charm.

Junk Shop Finds

Written by Amy · Mar 2, 2011 · Decorate

In the absence of thrift stores, I've been close to needing a therapist. But one hour and $20 at this place and I'm cured. For now.

New Around the House

Written by Amy · Feb 23, 2011 · Decorate

A few new things around the house are starting to make our flat feel like a home.

Hostess Gift: Dress Up a Spring Bulb

Written by Amy · Feb 18, 2011 · Decorate, Handmade

An easy way to throw together a hostess gift, using a simple plant and supplies you probably already have on-hand.

How-To: Hip Giftwrap

Written by Amy · Feb 4, 2011 · Decorate, Handmade

4 Simple Tricks for Impressive Giftwrap... that take hardly any time at all.

Toilet Paper Roll Tree Topper

Written by Amy · Dec 17, 2010 · Decorate, Handmade

From trash to Christmas treasure. All you need for this star are a few toilet paper rolls and some glue!

Tram Ticket Wreath

Written by Amy · Dec 10, 2010 · Decorate, Handmade

Another Trash Craft: a Christmas wreath that costs way more than you'd think, and yet was free.

Up-cycled Magazine Garland

Written by Amy · Dec 3, 2010 · Decorate, Handmade

My windows are all dressed up for Christmas, and their wardrobe cost almost nothing! Easy DIY garlands from magazines and wrapping paper.

How-To: One-Day Room Makeover

Written by Amy · Nov 24, 2010 · Before & After, Decorate

You don't have to buy new furniture, rewire lights, or even paint to redo a room. A few simple changes can give you a new room fast.

Turn A Picture Frame Into A Tray

Written by Amy · Nov 17, 2010 · Decorate, Handmade

When Plan A for this frame didn't work out, Plan B turned into an even better idea!

Upcycled Tin Can: Striped Flower Pot

Written by Amy · Nov 12, 2010 · Decorate, Handmade

An easy, 5-minute project: turning a ravioli can into something your friends will be jealous of.

Jewelry Crush: Noonday Collection

Written by Amy · Nov 10, 2010 · Decorate

I love styling homes, but styling myself ... well, I need some work lately. I think I found some inspiration!

New Around the House

Written by Amy · Nov 8, 2010 · Decorate

In a land without Goodwill or Craigslist, a couple finds are keeping my budget-decorating optimism ticking.

New Love: Oil-based paint

Written by Amy · Oct 27, 2010 · Decorate

I'm still scared of the post office, but I'll boldly attempt Czech at the paint store. And with very happy results.

Warm Up A Room With Scarves

Written by Amy · Oct 22, 2010 · Decorate

Keep your sofa, tables, chairs from getting the chills. Dress them in scarves for winter!

Tiny Art: Eiffel Tower

Written by Amy · Oct 15, 2010 · Decorate, Handmade

The Eiffel Tower is one of my favorite world landmarks. Life-size, it's awe-inspiring. Tiny-Art size, it's pinch-inducing.

Up-cycled Ties: Vest, Skirt, Wall Art

Written by Mom · Oct 11, 2010 · Decorate, Handmade, Mondays with Mom

If this were a Project Runway challenge, my Mom would have it nailed. Turn mens ties into ladies fashion or wall art.

My Happy Wall

Written by Amy · Oct 8, 2010 · Decorate, Organize

Not just for the fridge: Rummaging through the closet is even more fun now with all our kid pics and art.

Chevron Art Spruce Up

Written by Amy · Oct 1, 2010 · Before & After, Decorate, Handmade

It's small, but I'm pretty happy with my one contribution to our designed-to-the-nines flat!

"Crisis" Flowers

Written by Amy · Sep 29, 2010 · Decorate

Hand-picked bouquets are funky, fun, and free! My kinda combo.

Easy Art: London Pocket Atlas

Written by Sara · Sep 7, 2010 · Decorate

My friend Sara has a great eye for paper goods in junk shops. Here, she does it again. Art out of an old map!

Design Crush: Nancy Mims

Written by Amy · Aug 25, 2010 · Decorate, Video

Nancy Mims designs the coolest fabrics and wallpaper, so I wasn't surprised she also has quite the decor thumb, too. Check out her hip pad, studio, and take on life.

Petal and Tee Pillows

Written by Amy · Jul 30, 2010 · Decorate, Handmade

Fun DIY pillows -- one using felt, and one using an old tee -- made a smashing combo for my niece's room.

Tiny Touches of Home

Written by Amy · Jul 21, 2010 · Decorate

Setting up our new apartment, using only things that wouldn't register extra weight in our luggage. Here's what made the move.

Birdbath Blues

Written by Mom · Jul 12, 2010 · Decorate, Mondays with Mom, Outdoor

Accent colors aren't just for inside... add some outdoor flair to your yard or patio. Mom's rockin' the cobalt.

Light Switch Candy

Written by Amy · Jun 23, 2010 · Decorate

Newest trick I learned: those overlooked wall spaces might be the coolest place to hang art.

Featured: Remodelaholic

Written by Amy · Jun 16, 2010 · Decorate

I made the cut! My bathroom's cool factor is high enough for one of my favorite inspiration sites: Remodelaholic.com.

Mustachioed Bathroom Art

Written by Amy · Jun 16, 2010 · Decorate

I paired some plastic panels and a record cover for some easy art on what is, perhaps, an unexpected wall.

How Not to Make Curtains

Written by Amy · May 28, 2010 · Decorate, Handmade

Love the fabric. Like the idea of curtains. Not crazy about how they turned out. Learn from my mistakes? Or at the least, just laugh at them.

Tiny Art

Written by Amy · May 26, 2010 · Decorate, Handmade

Our key hooks have company now: super-tiny, super-easy DIY art.

DIY Un-Corkboard Bulletin Board

Written by Sara · May 25, 2010 · Decorate, Handmade, Organize

Easy Centerpiece: Thrifted Vases

Written by Amy · May 21, 2010 · Decorate

This vase-roundup for a client cost all of $15. Tho I wish I'd filled the bowl with some decorative balls, so I threw a decorative-ball roundup in this post for good measure.

Bathroom Cabinet

Written by Mom · May 17, 2010 · Decorate, Mondays with Mom, Organize

An easy bathroom update: ditch the door! Another sneak-peak at Mum's bathroom re-do.

Art By... All These People

Written by Amy · May 14, 2010 · Decorate

Almost all the stars of my latest wall-hanging arrangement are by independent artists. If any of them tickle your fancy, you, too, can be a proud owner.

How to Hang Things By Yourself

Written by Amy · May 12, 2010 · Decorate

"Here, honey. Hold this right here so I can see it. Honey?" Use this method to hang an arrangement flawlessly, by yourself.

Black & White Nursery

Written by Amy · May 7, 2010 · Decorate

Black walls in a nursery? Yes. Absolutely. This bad-to-the-bone nursery has rock star written all over it.

Dressing the Nook

Written by Amy · May 5, 2010 · Before & After, Decorate

My nook, after shopping the house and stealing from other rooms. And stringing Christmas lights -- the answer to every decorating challenge.

Bathroom Clock Mod

Written by Mom · May 3, 2010 · Decorate, Mondays with Mom

An easy fix for an immodest clock, showing its insides -- glue some trim around the edge to create a flush look with the wall.

Fabric Flower Collage

Written by Amy · Apr 28, 2010 · Decorate, Handmade, Video

Fabric, scissors, and mod podge: ingredients for magic. Okay, I'm being dramatic. But they're pretty much all you need for a fabric collage.

Modern Bathroom Mural

Written by Amy · Apr 23, 2010 · Before & After, Decorate

70's, erased! It only took four years, but our downstairs bath has gone from less-than-inspiring to rockin' awesome, if I can say so myself. Check it.

Quilted Baby Letters

Written by Amy · Apr 21, 2010 · Decorate, Handmade

These quilted baby letters were so easy to make! Hang with clothespins, and you've got yourself a customized, vintage-feel baby gift!

Credenza Decor

Written by Amy · Apr 16, 2010 · Decorate

It's been a game of musical chairs with all my chotchkes, but I think I've finally found an arrangement I like for my re-finished credenza.

Hands in Love

Written by Amy · Apr 9, 2010 · Decorate, Handmade

This simple trio hangs above my brother- and sister-in-law's bed. Such a sweet, personal touch for master bedroom!

Lamp Scores!

Written by Amy · Apr 7, 2010 · Decorate

Fueling my lamp addiction, I found these coordinating bases and a pair of stunning lampshades in the same week at different thrift stores! Total damage: $26.

Crocheted Bedspread as a Curtain

Written by Mom · Apr 5, 2010 · Decorate, Mondays with Mom

Have an heirloom you love, but don't have a place for it? My Mum thought outside the box with this one, and made a curtain out of a bedspread.

5 Ways to Find the Painter in You

Written by Amy · Mar 31, 2010 · Decorate, Handmade

It's hard to be happy with your own work. BUT I LOVE THIS PAINTING! I used some unconventional techniques that can help you find your inner painter, even if all you've ever painted is a wall.

Bird in Hoop Mobile

Written by Amy · Mar 26, 2010 · Decorate, Handmade

Adorable, easy, and inexpensive: my kind of craft. This Bird in a Hoop mobile makes a great baby gift!

My new favorite bowl

Written by Amy · Mar 24, 2010 · Decorate

I am seriously in love with this bowl.

Painted Brick Fireplace

Written by Mom · Mar 22, 2010 · Before & After, Decorate, Mondays with Mom

Mom gives her dark brick fireplace a new bright fresh new look, with less than a gallon of paint! Here's how.

Peacock Decor

Written by Amy · Mar 17, 2010 · Decorate

I accidentally started a peacock collection. The feathers and colors dot my living room, and I just recently noticed the theme.

Nursery Trees Mural

Written by Amy · Mar 10, 2010 · Decorate, Handmade

A gift to my best friend/sister-in-law and my soon-to-be niece. This mural just took some paint, some scrapbook paper, and half a day.

Bathroom Shelf of Happiness

Written by Mom · Mar 8, 2010 · Decorate, Mondays with Mom

A little extra shelf near where you get ready is a great spot to display things that make you happy... a good way to start the day!

Easy Faux Bois Art

Written by Amy · Mar 5, 2010 · Decorate, Handmade

A layer of paint and a few lines in chalk. That's it! This faux bois art took about half an hour, including dry time.

Dresser Face Lift

Written by Amy · Mar 3, 2010 · Before & After, Decorate

I pulled out my crafty on old gold knobs and drab door panels for an easy dresser update.

Before & After: Gail's Entryway

Written by Amy · Feb 26, 2010 · Before & After, Decorate

I rounded up a few simple pieces for Gail's entryway, and now it's a welcome she can be proud of.

Before & After: Gail's Living Room

Written by Amy · Feb 24, 2010 · Before & After, Decorate

Armed with a pair of inspiration pillows I snagged at a thrift store, I transformed this living room into a serene scene for my friend Gail.

Dried Fruit Garland

Written by Mom · Feb 22, 2010 · Decorate, Handmade, Mondays with Mom

An easy way to brighten a window, and your mood, as you wait out the rest of winter: a strand of dried citrus fruit.

Bird and Leaf Silhouettes

Written by Amy · Feb 19, 2010 · Decorate, Handmade

Fast and easy art: cut your favorite silhouettes out of fabric or paper and frame them in double-pane frames.

Simple Seashell Decor

Written by Amy · Feb 17, 2010 · Decorate, Handmade

What to do with sea shells? A non-nautical way to decorate with tiny shells.

Thrift Store Shirt Pillow

Written by Amy · Feb 12, 2010 · Decorate, Handmade

Two shirts from the thrift store made this a quick and easy pillow project.

Windowsill Flower Pots

Written by Amy · Feb 5, 2010 · Decorate

I finally dressed my windowsill! Completely by accident, and completely on the cheap, I might add. Thank you, Goodwill.

Before & After: Credenza

Written by Amy · Jan 26, 2010 · Before & After, Decorate

An old office credenza found a new home in my kitchen as a buffet. But it wasn't allowed in without a few coats of red paint.

Fabric Vine Collage

Written by Amy · Jan 20, 2010 · Decorate, Handmade

Weapon of choice: needle and thread, or glue stick? Either one will work on this easy DIY wall art.

Succulents in Vases

Written by Amy · Jan 19, 2010 · Decorate

Know all those vases you've collected over the years? Stick some succulents in them for an easy terrarium look.

One Nightstand Two Ways

Written by Amy · Jan 6, 2010 · Decorate

How to create two different looks for one nightstand, thus warding off the "I'm tired of you" blues.

Peacock Wreath

Written by Amy · Jan 5, 2010 · Decorate, Handmade

This simple, handmade wreath was a gift from a friend. This baby is too fabulous for holiday-only appearances! She's my year-round wreath.

Paper Star Ornament

Written by Amy · Dec 18, 2009 · Decorate, Handmade

A simple, elegant Christmas craft: an eight-pointed paper star.

Holiday Traditions: Collections

Written by Mom · Dec 14, 2009 · Decorate, Mondays with Mom

Mom's house is very festive at Christmas, thanks in large part to the great collections she's started for each member of the family!

Christmas Credenza

Written by Amy · Dec 11, 2009 · Decorate, Handmade

A little crafting, a little rearranging, and a wintery credenza scape cost me $0 dollars.

Holiday Traditions: Gingerbread Men

Written by Mom · Dec 7, 2009 · Decorate, Mondays with Mom

At mom's house, an army of gingerbread men deck the halls. And walls. And doors. And wreaths. They're everywhere! And they're adorable.

Organize This: Home Office

Written by Amy · Nov 18, 2009 · Decorate, Organize

My favorite organizing trick is to "Think up." We just left the doors off Ikea kitchen cabinets, and now have plenty of craft/office storage.

Spray Paint Update

Written by Mom · Oct 26, 2009 · Decorate, Mondays with Mom, Outdoor

Mom gets her hands on a can of spray paint and updates light fixtures and a glider.

Chain Belt as Necklace

Written by Amy · Oct 21, 2009 · Decorate

Accessory innovation: cool as a belt, even cooler as a necklace!

Polishing Pumpkins

Written by Mom · Oct 19, 2009 · Decorate, Mondays with Mom, Outdoor

Mom mops her pumpkins, in the name of preservation. What floor cleaner can do for your gourds.

Retro-Fabulous Luggage

Written by Amy · Sep 14, 2009 · Decorate, Organize

Real leather vintage luggage for $12.50? Who cares if I neeed it. I need it! Solutions for cleaning and using my Hartmann find.

Clever Kitchen

Written by Amy · Aug 31, 2009 · Decorate, Organize

Short on kitchen storage, but got wall space? Here's an idea.

Free Download: Owls!

Written by Amy · Jul 29, 2009 · Decorate, Handmade

Make your own! Free patterns for an owl mobile and plush crinkle owl toy.

Before & After: Mirror

Written by Amy · Jul 9, 2009 · Before & After, Decorate

Thirty minutes and one bottle of spray paint later, and I've got a modern twist on a traditional mirror.

Jarful o' Happy

Written by Amy · Jun 29, 2009 · Decorate, Outdoor

Garden hooks + mason jars + tealights = magical.

Mobile Madness

Written by Amy · Jun 22, 2009 · Decorate, Handmade

With umpteen baby showers on the horizon, I figured I'd better get crafting! Found these ideas for mobiles featuring, appropriately, creatures of flight.