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Tuesday, October 18, 2011

Crafty and Creative: Craving a little DIY

So I have really been longing for a good DIY project. While searching through my various internet bookmarks for inspiration today I came across some great home decor DIY's, and I had to share some of the best with you. Next time you're in the mood for a little crafting or creativity... grab your tools {or your favorite handyman!} and give one of these projects a whirl!

Build Your Own Mirrored Coffee Table {via Home Depot}

How fab is this piece? A fairly simple box build. Home Depot will cut your wood to size for free, though you will still need to miter the edges on your own. Plus I'm thinking it could easily be adapted to function as a storage box as well.

Sew a Simple Slipcover for an Ottoman {via Design*Sponge}

I have two of these little guys sitting in my garage right now, as they are none to pretty to look at. I'm thinking a perk me up with one of these simple sewed slipcovers could be an easy fix!

Create Your Own Clayton Gray Inspired Nailhead Trim Side Table {via Clementine & Olive}

I Loved this one! Nailhead trim, 2 ikea Lack side tables at $7 a piece, a rubber mallet, and some gorilla glue. DONE.

Make a Mirrored Planter {via Design*Sponge}

Another mirrored project. Can you tell I'm craving a little *glam* in my world? Super easy, this one is made using 3x3" mirrored tiles, but you could easily use 12x12" tiles for a larger version.

Create your Own Brass Pendant Lamp {via Design*Sponge}

Again with the Glam factor! So fun!

Gorgeous Little Side Tables {via Cucumbersome.com}

These pretty little numbers were inspired by a table from Anthropologie, which cost a pretty little penny. These were built using an $18 ikea chest, wooden legs, decorative molding, and knobs from Home Depot, and ran about $90 total. Not bad considering the inspiration piece was well over $500. Perfect for a small space~and they are just so pretty!

Makeover an Ikea Rast Dresser

From this...

to this... {via Aubrey & Lindsay}

or this... {via Marcus Design}

Or give it a sleek, modern look {via Living the Live Wire}

Seriously? How fabulous are these? At $35 a pop for each Rast chest, you can afford to get a little adventurous in your creativity!

Last, but not least... Have a big blank wall? How about a DIY Floating Credenza~using Ikea Kitchen Cabinets! {photo via Made by Girl, excellent tutorial on this project via apartment therapy

What a great look! I don't have the space for this in our apartment, but will keep this project filed away in case I do someday. Are you inspired yet? I know I am! Now I'm just not sure what I want to tackle first!

♥Jen

Monday, October 17, 2011

Menu Plan Monday

Fall is definitely here, and thus I'm craving lots of comforts foods... soup, pasta... yum! Here's what we'll be having for dinner this week! Lots of Rachel Ray link love as I pulled some recipes from her site this weekend. If your stumped on what to make for dinner this week, make sure to check out the rest of the lovely entrees on various menus through the menu plan monday links over at orgjunkie.com!

Monday: Chicken Ravioli with Mock Alfredo & Green Peas served with Simple Spinach Salad

Tuesday: Quick Ribollita

Wednesday: Roasted Eggplant Pasta with Pesto Topped Tilapia

Thursday: Whole Wheat Gnocci with Roasted Butternut Squash & Parmesan Served with Red Wine Glazed Steak & Sauteed Greens

Friday: Turkey Patty Melts with Onion & Herb Potato Wedges Served with Salad

Whats on your menu this week?

♥Jen