Monday, January 17, 2011

Crafty times




So, now that we have been in the new house for a few months, I am really getting anxious to decorate some of the wall space. I have posted a few areas I have already completed. Above is my Thomas Kinkade wall. While I am still a fan of his work, it is a bit more traditional than my taste, so, finding the perfect wall was important. I started with the largest picture and just arranged from there. David kept asking me, "Are you sure you know what you are doing?!" I assured him this designing comes naturally thanks to yearbook!




I am now working on my initial wall - thanks for the inspiration Regina! I have not gotten very far with this one as I am waiting for my collection to grow. I've had fun painting the wooden "C's" that were given to me by my mom. :) I have actually added more since I took this picture; will try to repost that image soon.

I am also busy at work creating curtains - and driving my mom insane in the meantime! She helped me sew the curtains after I spent hours picking out material. So, here is the unfinished version of the kitchen curtains. I still need to add the ribbon to these.
My windows are not standard size, so finding curtains, much less fashionable material, has been frustrating. So, custom window treatments by Marilyn it has been. Thanks, Mom! Will add pics of the dining room curtains soon.
 
Right now I am on the hunt for cool decoration ideas for my stained glass windows. Will keep you posted on what I find. Be sure to share with me if you have any good ideas. (of course, I post these comments with the hopes that someone out there is reading this!)
 
Before I sign off, here is one of our Christmas trees and our mantle (that David built and I designed!)
 
 
Cheers!












1 comment:

  1. I love the wall of "C"s. Mikey and I have started our own collection of "W" letters to adorn our living room wall...I was also inspired by that crafty Mrs. Skammer!
    Keep posting pictures of the decorating!! I LOVE IT! I need to come see the new place soon! :)

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