Amber from Queen of Chairs almost considered buying an Anthropologie chair instead of not paying her mortgage for the month. Almost. That was just for a split second before reality set in. Instead, Amber decided to give a $5 chair from a barn sale an Anthro-inspired makeover, painting the fabric with chalk paint and applying [...Read More]
Petal Window Panels
January 21, 2012 By Leave a Comment
Kirstin from Kojo Designs had loved the Tender Falls Shower Curtain at Anthropologie for months, so when her living room needed new curtains, she decided to make a drapery version. Kirstin says, “Even though the flutters are not low maintenance, the project is totally worth the work!” These curtains are simply too gorgeous! The “flutters” [...Read More]
Dresser with Numbered Drawers
January 21, 2012 By Leave a Comment
Leslie from Sweet Sweet Simplicity turned a cheap thrift store dresser into a cool Anthro-inspired dresser with numbered drawers. Leslie totally nailed the look by using a jigsaw to change the shape of the drawers and sandpaper and stain to give the final piece a rugged, distressed look. I really love this dresser more with [...Read More]
Ruffled Curtains
January 14, 2012 By 4 Comments
I just love these ruffled curtains made by Bess from Besserina. Would you believe she made the set for less than $50 AND that they are easy to make? Bess says if you can sew a straight line with your sewing machine, you are all set to make your own! I think the large pleated [...Read More]
Ruffle Pillow Cover
January 10, 2012 By Leave a Comment
I have recently gotten on board with changing out my pillows throughout the year. I love a pair of ruffled pillows that are currently taking up residence on my sofa. There is something soft, feminine, and fun about ruffles that I just can’t get enough of! Here’s a snuggly ruffle pillow made by Amy over [...Read More]
Doily Wrapped Soaps
January 4, 2012 By 1 Comment
Maybe you are a crochet master or have never held a crochet hook in your life. Either way you can still whip up your own batch of pretty doily wrapped soaps. Kirsty from Kootoyoo made her “faker” version using secondhand crochet coasters. These are great gifts that can be made with little time and expense. [...Read More]
Burlap Flower Lampshade
December 26, 2011 By Leave a Comment
Kelli from The Turquoise Piano refabbed a lamp from Hope Depot for her master bedroom. Step number one was to paint the base a soft yellow. It’s amazing how much the shape and detail of the lamp come alive with the coat of paint. Step number two was to tackle the lampshade. Kelli gave it [...Read More]
