Thrifty Thursday: Pegboard Storage

 

 

Pegboards are a great way to store items, especially in small spaces.

 

A Small Kitchen

 

I think this is such a smart way to add space to your kitchen.
Everything is in sight, with easy access.

 

Laundry Rooms & Mud Rooms

 

What a great way to store your cleaning supplies.

 

Craft Rooms

Look how organized this space is!

 

The Garage

 

Not just for small scale things either!

 

A Nursery

 

A room you wouldn't have thought to use a pegboard!

Get creative with the way you add storage to your home.
Not only do they give you a functional space but they can be attractive also.

 

Images:
Pinterest.com

  

Thrifty Thursday: Fall Treats & Decor

 

 

 

The beginning of fall is right around the corner!

 

I thought I would share some Pinterest finds with you- to get this time of year off to a great start.

Click the links for helpful how-to's 

 

Burlap Wreath

My Personal Decorations

Mason jars with ribbon and a doilie on each of them. I filled each jar with sticks I collected from my in laws (gotta love free finds!)

And a $5.00 faux bouquet for my local craft store. 

 

 

Ombre Wine Bottles

 

 

Twinkling Twigs

 

Pumpkin Cinnamon Muffins

(This is my new go to for a delicious fast treat)

1 Box- Spice Cake Mix
1 Bag of Cinnamon Chips- mini 

(Or the Pumpkin Spice Chips- mini)
1 Can of Pumpkin Puree

1 Cup of Water

Mix all the ingredients together

Bake 13-15 minutes at 350 degrees

 

Autumn Sangria

This is defiantly on my list to try,

Enjoy this time of year- I know I will!

 

 

Obsessed With: Coral, Gray & Gold

The color pallet that I am into at the moment:

 

I recently found the perfect color for our dining room.

Classic Coral

from HGTV Sherwin Williams 

I am currently still in love with all things GOLD!!

 

I am very inspired by all of these pictures above.

 

 

You will notice my obsession in full force here in all my desk accessories-- this may or may not be a problem!

 

 

I will leave you with this positive message!

 

 

Insiders Tip- Painting Mistakes

 

Painting a wall or a room is one of the most inexpensive ways to update a room.
However, there are many mistakes we have all made with this task.

 

Playing it Safe & Match-y Match

 

Be bolder with you color choices- don't be afraid.
Being too matchy- match can sometimes look very put together or very traditional. And sometimes it can look too boring.

 

Trending Colors

 

Trends are inspiring and fun- but don't put the color before your own personal taste.

 

 

Bright Colors

 

 

Although most of us our drawn to bright colors- they do not work for every space.
Especially in tiny spaces- a bright color can be too overwhelming.

Relaying On Paint Chips

 

It is always best to test the color out on the wall first. Natural and incandescent light play a huge role in how colors look. Do not relay on a tiny paint chip for what the color will look like on a large scale.

 

Dividing An Open Floor Plan

 

 

Painting two tone walls in an open floor plan- can sometimes create an awkward flow. It is wise to make subtle color changes around the room. With accents or by using obvious architectural features.

 

 

I hope these tips help with your check project!

 

 

 

 

images & info

Elle Décor
Pinterest

 



Nine Projects- Three Months

Hello!

It has been far too long my friend.
I have been neglecting my blog and I feel terrible about it.
We have been very busy with family, work and projects- many projects.

Today I would like to share with you all the things you have missed!

My Facebook and Instagram followers have already seen what we have been up to- but I wanted to fill you in.

 

Found this beaut on the curb side (in the rain- might I add!)

And spray painted it- of course!

We are using it in the garage right now.

 

Here is another curb side find - It's from Basset and was in pretty good condition.

My husband replaced all the drawer glides, sanded it down...

Painted and replaced the cabinet hardware

Then- I cut cardboard the size of the drawers and covered it with fabric to make this insert for all of the drawers.

 

Since we are using the dresser in our master bedroom- I decided to make new curtains, to tie in the navy blue.

 

I painted a wall in our living room. And we got a fabulous new rug to tie all the colors together.

(See that wing back chair in the corner-- I found that on the curb side- can you believe it!?)

 

My husband and I made this awesome work bench and bar for our garage a couple weeks back.

 

You may remember this Post-- from 3 YEARS AGO!

Well, I FINALLY painted my Grandmother's jewelry box.

And I couldn't be happier with the outcome.

 

Another blast from the past- this coffee table (from the same Post)

I found this coffee table at the Goodwill for $15 bucks.

We finally fixed it up and made it into a--

 

 

Bench for our master bedroom- notice the nail head accent!

 

And last but certainly not least- my husband found this chair curb side.

I spray painted it and reupholstered the seat with fabric to match our other chairs

 

 

In the meantime work has also been crazy busy- I will be posting about my latest projects soon.

 

Hope all is well in your world.

Insiders Tip: Ways to Save on Your Kitchen Remodel

Alternative Countertop Material

 

There is more than just granite out there.
Think about wood or butcher block instead.

 

Open Shelving

 

 

You could save a few thousand dollars by using shelves, instead of having cabinets remade.

 

Keep Existing Cabinets

 

Save money by painting your cabinets verses refinishing them.
You can find my tips and how- to's on Pinterest.com to help with your project.

 

Wall Cut Out

 

 

Opt to cut out a portion of the wall, rather than removing the whole thing.

 

Do Your Project In Stages

 

 

Go step by step- do what you can afforded, rather than doing the entire project at once.

Here they have just painted the cabinets and installed hardware. Next they will do the countertops and the flooring.
But what a difference a few coats of paint can do!

 

Use a Furniture Piece for the Island

 

 

Repurpose a piece of furniture for the island- instead of spending money on a new cabinet.

*36" Height for the piece furniture

 

 

 

 

Images Via:

Pinterest.com

Painted Cabinets