an easy feather wreath

I have been looking for the perfect white feather wreath since last Christmas and finally decided just to make one myself. It was such a simple project and for just a few dollars you have a unique wreath.

So I started out with a simple foam wreath form from a craft store.

Next, I wrapped a white satin ribbon around the wreath form so if any areas showed through they would be white and not green.

Then I wrapped two white boas I purchased at a local craft store around the wreath form and secured it with some hot glue. I used a plain white silk ribbon to hang it over my mantle. I love it!

wordless wednesday: farmhouse sinks

stockings galore!

loving: rustic dining rooms

I have been absolutely obsessed with the look of combining rustic dining furniture with girlie pieces. I just love how it's unexpected yet looks perfect together!

wordless wednesday: fireplaces

new life for an old shutter

A few weeks back I found this old shutter at a local antique mall. I had the perfect use for it...

 I started out by sanding off the old paint and giving it a few light coats of Heirloom White. I then sanded it down with a power sander to give it a very distressed look. Lastly, I drilled a hole under each of the three squares and screwed in a glass knob.

All it needed to finish it up were two d rings on the back so I could hang it right by my front door...

Ahh, the perfect set of hooks to hang the dogs leash, coats, etc on!

on my list...

Just in time for Christmas, here's what is on my home decor list...

A pedestal coffee table

White Ektorp Sofa, loveseat and chair from Ikea

This Bergere chair and ottoman from Ballard

The Sophia Settee, also from Ballard

The Park Mirrored Bedside table from PB

And this jewelry armoire from Pier 1.. A girl can dream right?