DIY His & Hers Towel Racks

Recently I *pinned* something to my *board* that I wanted to do in the hubster and I's bathroom.

 The motivation behind this small renovation was, not only is it cute, our towel rack would NOT stay up. I even had the contractor come out and put it back up for us... but alas, down she went. 

This predicament left us with throwing towels over the shower, over the door, wherever they would fit... which turned into stinky towels - you know what I'm talking about - which then turned into washing towels twice a week. 

Never fun.

So, off to Hobby Lobby I went after seeing their Sales for this specific week were to include custom frames, metal, iron hooks ect...

I found two wood, stand alone frames - 50% off - and "His" and "Hers" hooks - 50% off.

I realize this differs from the original picture, but isn't that what Pinterest is all about? To Peek your Interest and get those creative juices flowing? ---> btw, I just totally made that up, but I think Pinterest should just roll with that...

I loved how this turned out and the wood and hooks go GREAT with the knobs and fixtures we currently have in our bathroom.

I would also like to add that I DO see the silver screws and yes, they do drive me bonkers. Maybe I can take a little paint to them in the near future. 

Birthday Wish List

My mother called me last night asking what I might want for my bday. Honestly, I have been so busy with Pinterest crafting, Nursery decorating and house decisions that I really haven't given it much thought. 

In fact, my response to Mom when she asked what I wanted - I said I wanted a crafting desk for my office. In which she laughed at me. Sooo is that a No? :)

Over the weekend, my hubster and I found my scrapbooking box in my storage so I brought it home. It has LOTS of useful items that I could be using in my pinterest conquests that would keep me from doing projects with a 'gangster' lean. I have refused to buy any more products that I knew I had...somewhere. So there has been a lot of corners cut recently. 

In saying all that, a place to store all my junk and have it readily accessible would be amazing. Not to mention, I could finally clean up our kitchen table that currently houses several unfinished projects. 

But laugh away mom! ;) 

If an office table is out of the question, I have been trying to think of items that I may like. Not Baby Max, not our new unfinished house... but me. Here is what I have caught myself drooling over recently.

Fossil - Stella Stainless Steel Watch - Two Tone

Jamie and I ran across this little gem over the weekend while wasting time before a movie date. I've always wanted a MK Rose Gold Watch, a tortoise colored watch, then the Chocolate color... low and behold, they have combined powers. And I love it. 

Madden Girl Zandora Boot - $80

Maybe it's Christmas Season, but I love the red zipper on the side. And for $80, not too shabby!

Kirklands Vintage Wine Holder Plaque - $49.99

I have a cute wine holder that I purchased from Pottery Barn a year or so back, but have realized that it is not good to store your wine sitting up, rather you want it turned cork side down - Granted, we never have wine sitting long enough to go "bad." This is such a cute kitchen accessory to store wine.

Spornette Teasing Brush - $4.49

Anyone who knows me, knows I have the flattest, thinnest hair in all the land. I'm hoping something like this could amp it up a bit! Ulta and Sallys sell this great little product for cheap!

UGG Australia Women's Bailey Button Triplet Boots - $200

These are a tad pricey, but I sure do LOVE my UGGS that I've had for a couple years now. They have somewhat turned into my slippers and I caught myself painting in them this weekend. Not good. They seem to be the only shoes that keep my feet comfy during these last preggo months so I would say they are worth the mullah.

Or perhaps I should just ask for UGG slippers?

Sephora's Bestsellers Collection - $75 ($181 Value)

I don't think there is anything in this collection that I wouldn't like! And what a great way to try some of the products you have been eyeballing for a while.

A closet makeover

I am dying to get organized and am even further on my death bed NEEDING a wall-o-shoes. My hubster and I have our own walk-in closets (thank you baby Jesus) and I have the perfect wall for all that are shoes. I would love an entire closet restructuring. You hear that Santa!?

Patterned Sweater Coat - $128

I am in love with anything that covers my bum and allows for me to wear leggings and boots. I love this patterned jacket - however short sleeved - from Express.

Faux Fur Zip Front Jacket/Vest - $138

H&M has a fun cheaper version of this!

Nikon 1

We have been wanting a new camera for the new arrival and fell in love with Ashton's commercial on this... only to find out it is NOT as affordable as Mr. Kutcher makes it seem. :) I love Nikon cameras and this little guy and his interchangeable lens' makes me happy. 

Laura Mercier Tinted Moistureizer in Nude - $42

I'm tired of face makeup and a girl at Sephora hooked me up with a sample of this. I really liked it! I'm hoping after this pregnancy, my face will clear up a bit and I can solely wear this. *fingers crossed*

Hampton Bay Estelle 6-Light Chandelier

Ok so this is still for the house. But MY eyes would get to look at this everyday, so does it still count? 

Ghost Chair

I love these things! I would love to have one in my office at work, or for the home office. Amazon.com had some cheaper ones at one point, but I haven't looked in a while. 

Boot Socks

I'm always wearing boots and love the look of socks worn with boots. 

Starbucks

Gift Cards are always wanted and used. I love supporting our local Starbucks'. Mmm Mmm Good. 

Ok I am realizing this post could go on forever. I need to hang em up and call it a day!

Key Ring Holder

Where does the time go?!

Sorry I've been MIA lately. I've been busy preparing for baby, trying to close on a new house, getting ready for Christmas and catching up on reading my blogs and stalking pinterest.

...oh, and a day job and a marriage. Forgot about those. 

Speaking of Pinterest, I have been consumed with that dang site. I seriously need an intervention.

My last project, I created a wreath and you can see how I did that here. 

But today I want to talk about my latest project - A Personalized Key Ring Holder (inspiration here). 

I started with a trip to our friendly neighborhood Hobby Lobby. I am convinced I pay their light bill. 

I snagged a cheap wood frame $3.99, a small bottle of Krylon spray paint in Matte Black, scrap book paper .44 cents (+50% off - which I think is hilarious) and 2 packs of embellished flowers (from the scrapbooking section). 

I started by spraying my wood frame with black spray paint. 

Easy enough, right? 

Next, I took my scrapbook paper and cut it to size of the insert. 

Again, easy.

While the frame is still drying, I started to cut my letter that I would put on top of my paper. I had printed the letter at work that day, in a font of my choosing. 

I know there is an easier way to do this, but I accept the challenge...and am not clever enough to print on the scrapbook paper. Honestly, I had printed several different "G"'s and wasn't sure which one I wanted to use.
*tip - since I free handed this cut-job, I obviously missed a few snips. I colored in a couple white edges with a black permanent market. Sneaky Sneaky. Can ya tell? ;) 

Another stupid/lazy move on my part - since we have JUST moved into this new home, I have yet to find my scrapbooking box. Which means that I'm missing easy items such as roll on glue and what have you. 

In saying that, I cut out liiiiiiiiiiiiiiiittle snips of double sided tape and attached my letter to the scrapbook paper this way. I have a hot glue gun but things just would have gotten clumpy and messy. 

After my husband came in and made fun of my technique, I then started playing with different layout options with my flowers and plugged in my hot glue gun.

Minutes later, I am finished! 

Might I suggest that you spray your hardware along with the frame, if need be. We had some gold hooks laying around in our tool box that I didn't spray till later. Hence why they are not included just yet. Once this bad boy is complete, I'll post the finished project. 

In the mean time, run to Hobby Lobby and do this! So easy and cheap. 

Pinterest Project Fun

Pinterest Project number two, done...well, three if you're counting the pumpkin project. This pinterest inspired project idea spun from the picture below - of a peg board turned jewelry holder. After I finished my knife project, I realized I had a bunch of left over paint that I wanted to use for this peg board project that I felt was eerily similar to the original picture...

The original tutorial instructed that Lowes was the place to go! So I drove 15 minutes out of the way and made the trip. I found my peg board ($5) and was on a hunt for some S-hooks to hang my jewelry. This was not the easy task I originally thought. One hour later and two Lowe's associates down, I had purchased a pack of only 6 S-hooks ($1.40) that the nice man had to physically bend to be able to fit. I'm all about gettin' gangsta with it, but for $1.40 per 6? No thanks.

I also picked up two baskets for my bangles and watches, and painted them as well.


*Disclaimer - the associate said all stores carry different items so your local Lowe's may have what you're looking for. 

Yesterday I ran to old faithful, Home Depot, and was able to find the S-hooks I needed in a pack of 100! I can't remember the price (or the exact size) but it was fairly cheap, and no bending necessary! In addition to the S-hook pickup, I also picked up a piece that I use to hang my scarves.

I give a big thanks to the hubs for doing the hanging for me, while I tended to picking up the house and doing laundry last night... you know, woman's work. When I was finished, it was a nice surprise to see the finished product hanging in my closet. Love.

In the famous words of Jay Z, on to the next one...

Knife Block Beautification

Over the weekend, I put the finishing touches on my Knife Block Beautification Project. The idea to update my boring old wooden knife block came from Pinterest - shocker. My inspiration picture is below...

OFF to Hobby Lobby I went, in search of these matching color combos. I picked up two Krylon Spray Paint colors, Ocean Breeze and Ivy Leaf...
First I sprayed Blue Ocean Breeze.

Then came Ivy Leaf...

I wasn't TOO worried about the second coat, as I was encouraging the blue to shine through.
*Helpful Hint - follow instructions on shaking for 2 minutes. Helps WONDERS!*

After drying and sanding down, here is my finished project...

Since I don't have a steady hand for calligraphy, nor did I want to invest in a stencil and more paint - I purchased (what I thought was) a stick on "G." Turns out, it was an iron on letter - DOH! - but with a dab of super glue, who could tell. ;)

Obviously it isn't the fabulous starter picture, but I will say, it is better than the original wood and a fun pop of color in an otherwise boring kitchen.

Frugal-ish Friday

In my last post, I talked about how I still crave the MK Tortoise Watch... but after seeing this little gem, I think I'll take this (as well). 

The Michael Kors Blair Espresso Watch - two of my favorite things: MK Watches and Coffee. 

After getting smacked in the face with the $250 price tag - Ouch, Michael, Ouch - I found a couple options for less(er) that I would equally enjoy around my wrist.

Stella Stainless Steel Watch in Brown - $115

Stella Boyfriend Aluminum Watch in Brown - $135

I, all of a sudden, feel that Christmas is TOO far away. Santa?! 

What I Want Wednesday

Now that I can finally see the light at the end of the tunnel, my mouth is beginning to drool over all the shopping I've missed out on over my money's extended vacation. Let's not waste any time... 

I've been gaga over ordering a pair of Hunter Boots, and after missing Gilt's Sale of Hunter Boots a couple months back, I've been slapping myself in the face ever since. I LOVE the original green Hunter Boot. Want #1. 

 

Want #2 comes as no surprise. Everyone knows I love watches and have one in almost every color (necessary). Since last Christmas, I've been wanting this tortoise watch by Mr. Kors. This fall is no exception.

Want #3 may be a fashion season behind, but I still love. A faux fur vest... and I also want to look this cute in it. Is that considered Want #4? We will just bundle it into #3.

*After a recent trip to TJ Maxx, I found one I may return to purchase. However, I think it was $40...and at TJ Maxx? I might as well hit up H&M... which is where this darlin' vest above is from.

Want #4 - A sunburst mirror. I mean, doesn't this just brighten up your day? Pun intended...

Want #5 - Infinity Scarf
I'm tired of being gangster with my scarves in trying to fake my way into infinity. I will take one in every color please...

Want #6 - Conair Bun Maker

No No, Conair hasn't merged into the baking industry. They have come out with a cheap ($4 at Walgreens) Bun making kit that doesn't require you to chop up your husband's socks! Dying to give this a go. 

Want #7 - Purty, chunky, statement necklaces

These below are $16 from Nordstrom

And if you're not bored with my list yet, I'll spare you the pictures...
Wants #8, 9, 10, 11, 12, 13, 14, 15...
Green Utility Jacket, Red Jeans, Cross Body Bag, new weave, leggings in every color, Lots of makeup, ankle cowboy booties (*snicker), and lots of ponchos. :)

Now - question is, how do I get my husband to read this and shower me with unnecessary gifts? Want #16 - figure out a way...