Wednesday, February 22, 2012

Dry Erase Boards

I love having a place to leave a note, an inspirational quote or my grocery list, but plain white dry erase boards are so boring. These are just a few of the fun ones I make!

Thursday, February 16, 2012

Gnome Addiction!

Since you've already met Hank & Willow, you know that I have a healthy (and not the least bit crazy) love of gnomes. I love any and all things magical, they remind me of growing up and believing in the wonder and fantasy of places like Narnia, Wonderland, The Shire and more. Places where animals talked, faeries lived in the forests and mystical creatures were hiding around every corner. Places where simply believing in it made it real. Well, I believed then and I still believe today. Growing up doesn't have to mean you stop wishing on stars, or looking for faeries in your garden. Imagination is something you never stop using, no matter how old you get. I still hope to find my rabbit hole someday and I'm more than ready to take on the Queen of Hearts when I do. Does this make me nuts? Well if it does, than I accept it and wear my crazy proudly and I share it with all of you with my newest creations.
Meet the Baby Gnomies! Born of my love for Hank, Willow and all gnomes everywhere, these little cuties are just waiting to be adopted by a loving human parent.



The little fella on the left has yet to be named, but he has a loving daddy ready to adopt him and give him a home.

The lovely little lady on the right was born to Hank & Willow just yesterday and they named her Narnia Alice.









This sweetie pie was born a few weeks ago and adopted immediately by a very sweet couple, who couldn't wait to make her a part of their family.
Her name is Winklebottom, but her loved ones just call her Winkie. She has fully adjusted to her new family and is already hoping for a new brother or sister.













These are custom gnomie Mushroom/Leaf Cradles just like the wild gnomes use to rock their little angels to sleep.






Shhh.... you don't want to wake him.
Well, I hope you like my new creations and that they bring you a smile. You might also enjoy knowing that they are made using recycled wine corks and fabric & ribbon scraps that might otherwise be thrown away. So not only are they adorable, they are environmentally friendly as well. Wishing you a very magical day. Love & Hugs! XOXO

Wednesday, February 15, 2012

Country Chic Organizer Board

This home organizer was made as a gift for a friend and is going into a terra cotta colored room. I love the detail in the tiger stone at the bottom and the toile type pattern is so elegant. (The 3 roses are thumbtacks.) The finished look is very french country chic and the burgundy trim around the edge adds just a touch more depth and color to the look. Very happy with this one. Another cabinet door saved from the dump and given new life.

Sunday, February 12, 2012

Kids Room Magnet Board

Hello Kitty magnet board with matching magnets and hooks for hats, scarves, etc. What little girl wouldn't love this?! XOXO

Thursday, February 9, 2012

Love Bug Baby Shower Centerpieces

Planning a baby shower? Here is a fun and unique idea for centerpieces. Make Love Bugs for each table.
Not only are they adorable, but they are inexpensive and fun to make.

Supplies:
green felt
sharpies
styrofoam balls in various sizes
pipe cleaners
floral wire
craft paint
scissors
large needle


Start by painting your styrofoam balls various colors and allow them to dry overnight. Once paint is dry, cut a length of floral wire and twist one end into a small knot. (I used a bead to secure each end, but if you don't have any beads, simply twist the end and tuck it back into the styrofoam to hold it.)
Thread a large needle with the floral wire and wrap it tightly around the needle to keep it in place. Then string your balls onto the wire in size order, largest to smallest. Once you have them strung, twist and tuck the end to secure it, or use a bead. Then using sharpies, draw a face on your largest ball. I used google eyes, because I had them, but it isn't necessary. Cut a pipe cleaner in half, bend into an antenna shape and press each half into the top of the largest ball. Your bugs are now complete. Because they aren't glued, the floral wire allows you to flex the bug and make it appear as though it's crawling on the leaf. Now for the leaves. Draw a basic leaf design on your green felt using a sharpie, however large or small you prefer and cut it out. Use this as your pattern for the rest of your leaves. Once the leaves are all cut out, take a black sharpie and draw on the veins. I also took a pink paint pen and wrote Love Bug <3 on each leaf, but that is up to you. Lay the leaf in the middle of the table, arrange your bug on top & VIOLA! You have an adorable centerpiece. XOXO

Tuesday, February 7, 2012