Category Archives: Decor & Home

A Host of Holiday Ideas

Leave a comment Posted on December 12, 2011 by HShowstead

I usually go all out for the holidays. I choose a theme months prior and then tailor all my decorating, cards, gift wrap, food, and fun around it. However, due to some big changes in my life this year, I’m … Continue reading →

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Mini Art Galleries

Leave a comment Posted on November 28, 2011 by HShowstead

In my last post, I mentioned my love of framed art galleries but how I only had a bunch of galleries of two hanging around my apartment. I never seem to acquire more than two pieces of any subject, frame … Continue reading →

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Framed Art Galleries

4 Comments Posted on November 18, 2011 by HShowstead

I just spent an afternoon finally hanging the framed art I had lying around my new apartment. For over three months, things have looked similar to this. I just couldn’t figure out how I wanted things to look. My absolute … Continue reading →

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DIY Fabric Headboard Tutorial

1 Comment Posted on November 17, 2011 by HShowstead

I seem to have become a bit of a headboard specialist. This is the third headboard I’ve constructed in the last two years. Check out my embroidered and plank headboards. This time around I was only interested in aesthetics and … Continue reading →

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Pinterest Board: Mermaids

2 Comments Posted on August 18, 2011 by HShowstead

I heart Pinterest as I’m sure all its users do. Here’s one of my latest boards. Click image to visit and see the rest of my mermaid pins.

2 Comments | Posted in Art & Photography, Decor & Home, Fashion

Found China Dessert Stands – Tutorial

2 Comments Posted on July 17, 2011 by HShowstead

I made vintage china dessert stands last Christmas for family. You can see that post here. Recently, I came across similar treat pedestals on BHLDN selling for $60-80! These are incredibly simple to make and luckily, I live close to … Continue reading →

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Crafting By Night: Simple String Art Tutorial

6 Comments Posted on July 8, 2011 by HShowstead

Two blog posts really inspired me this month and brought back my love for string art. The first was a breathtaking display on Lune Vintage about Jay Mohler. You can read the post or buy some of this fantastic art … Continue reading →

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All The Extras

Leave a comment Posted on June 29, 2011 by HShowstead

We all love a little something extra right? Well I can’t seem to stop adding extras to my plate. There are just so many interesting and inspiring things out there that I want to experience and share. I created a … Continue reading →

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Random Roundup: Pink and Gold

Leave a comment Posted on June 26, 2011 by HShowstead

1) Anya Hindmarch Marano Glitter-Finish Leather Clutch 2) Loewe Picnic Hamper via This is Glamorous 3) Anthropologie Coral Woods Wallpaper 4) Yves Saint Laurent Arty Gold-Plated Glass Ring 5) Tibi Silk Crepe de Chine Playsuit 6) Charlotte Olympia Dolly Heel

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More Button Embellishments – Comforter and Shams

8 Comments Posted on June 20, 2011 by HShowstead

Anthropologie has two gorgeous bedding sets that I’ve had my eye on forever. The Rosette and the Chambray Crowned Crane are both full of interest. Pleats and buttons were exactly what I wanted for the new bed but the king … Continue reading →