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Round-up :: DIY Message Boards

March 9, 2015 · Comments { 5 }

Having difficulty juggling appointments, activities and homework schedules for your family? As my kids have gotten older, I’ve found that it’s more and more challenging to kept it all straight. A message board in our kitchen nook has helped us tremendously. If you are are need of a command center, I’ve rounded up a few DIY message board options that you may want to consider.

Love this sleek, colorful dry-erase message board via BHG. It’s made from a piece of glass that’s simply been painted on the back and framed. Love!

This DIY magnetic board from 4 Men and 1 Lady, is made of a 26 gauge galvanized steel sheet and then framed. It also doubles as a dry erase board for quick messages. Would love great in a kitchen, mudroom or playroom.

The folks at Martha Stewart created this chic message center using a store-bought cork board that was painted and upgraded with a brass rod to hold mail and hooks to hold keys. Love the many functions it provides!

Although this option isn’t as versatile as the others, I love the simplicity. The could be a fun DIY project or purchased through George & Willy.

happy organizing,

cristin

Read full story By Cristin on March 9, 2015 in DIY, home organization, kitchens, martha stewart, office supplies, Organization, organization tips, Organizational tips, Paperwork, Tips/Tricks

Friday Finds :: 5 Favorites

January 9, 2015 · Comments { 0 }

It took me a couple days to get back into the swing of things around here. But we are back to our routine with the kids back at school and me back to work. Fortunately, I love what I do, so it wasn’t that hard to get motivated again. Speaking of motivating, I’ve rounded up five favorite articles and images I came across this week – had to share them with you!

Coco+Kelley’s Mixing Some Menswear Into Your Home // photo via The Design Files

One Kings Lane’s Studio Tour: Kristen Leigh Baker // image via One Kings Lane

some inspiring images from TineKHome‘s new 2015 catalog // love the textured concrete walls

seeing Brooke’s home grace the cover of this month’s Veranda Magazine // the chinoiserie wallpaper panels in the living room are a fave

the color indigo – still a fave for 2015 // DIY clay wreath via sweet paul

What inspired you this week?

happy friday,

cristin

Read full story By Cristin on January 9, 2015 in 5 favorites, chinoiserie, craft, Features, friday find, Friday Finds, interior design, Interiors, Living Room, wallpaper

My Favorite Posts of 2014

December 30, 2014 · Comments { 0 }

As I look back over the past year, it always amazes me how fast it goes by. 2014 was a busy, yet rewarding year both personally and professionally. I’ve had the opportunity to work with some wonderful clients, build a beautiful addition on our own home and celebrate this blog’s five year anniversary (wahoo!). Here’s a look at some of my favorite posts of 2014:

Design Reveal: Blue and Orange Boy’s Bedroom

Bathroom Vanity Ideas

Healthy Root Beer Float

San Francisco Decorator Showcase 2014: Boy’s Bedroom

DIY Easter Craft Ideas

White & Gold Holiday Table Setting

Fabulous Entryways

Interview: Claud Gurney of de Gourney

Kitchen Design Crush

Design Reveal: Marble Bathroom

In case you missed it, here are my favorite posts from 2013 too 🙂

Thank you so much for reading the bee. See you in 2015!

Happy New Year,

Cristin

Read full story By Cristin on December 30, 2014 in Bathroom, bathrooms, Bedroom, bedrooms, Boy, boy's bedroom, chinoiserie, Christmas, foyers, Holiday, holiday decor, interior design, Interiors, Kitchen, kitchens, tabletop, tile, wallpaper

Organized Closet on a Budget

November 11, 2014 · Comments { 0 }

An organized space is like a breath of fresh air. It calms us. For most, wardrobe closets can be some of the most unorganized spaces in their home. Therefore I always recommend closet systems to help keep reach in and walk-in closets organized. These systems can be pricey, so when I stumbled across this gorgeous black and white organized closet – done on a serious budget – I had to share it with you. Nina Holst of Stylizimo created a beautiful walk-in-closet using items mostly from Ikea. The DIY shoe rack created with a series of Ikea’s BYGEL towel rods and spray painted gold is brilliant!