Step one in project bathroom reno? Demolition, baby. We need to still be able to use the bathroom during our re-model (we only have one, after all!), so we didn't rip everything out all at once. We knew the bathtub had to be the first thing to tackle (messiest and biggest job), so that's where we started. Let me tell you, that grimy old tub of ours was cast-iron and reeeeally well installed. It ... View the Post
A Condo Redesign: The Before
I've been working on an exciting little design project lately. A friend of mine recently bought his first condo, moved in, and realized he didn't know where to start to furnish and decorate the space. So he called me in to help pull the whole place together. Of course I was squealing with excitement. Design someone else's space? Go shopping and not see the dent in my own visa bill? Try out some ... View the Post
“pick your own” gray bridesmaid dresses
When Dan and I got engaged we very quickly chose our wedding party peeps -- it wasn't a hard decision since we've got some of the best family and friends ever. The party, however, wasn't small. I had 6 gorgeous gals on my side (my sister + 5 BFFs) and Dan had his sister, 2 brothers, 2 male cousins, and his best friend. So having 12 of our favourite people meant that we needed 12 outfits. Although ... View the Post
How to Make Easy DIY Cake Stands
We knew from the get go that we weren't going to have the traditional cake at our wedding. Why? Because we love us some pie. Yep, we wanted some good ol' homemade apple pie as our main dessert. So seeing as it seemed wasteful to get a big cake that probably wouldn't get eaten, we decided to go with cupcakes. I knew these would be a hit, especially with all the kiddos who were going to be at the ... View the Post
How To Make a Paint Chip Seating Chart
I have seen some pretty neat paint chip art projects around lately, and so when I was standing in a paint department while planning our wedding, I had a sudden lightbulb moment: use paint chips to make a fun and colourful table seating board. How to make a Paint Chip Seating Chart: I tried to inconspicuously gather up just about every paint chip in the aqua/lime green/gray/yellow ... View the Post
How to Make Wooden Wedding Signs
During one of my many wedding blog browsing sessions during the planning mode, I came across some really sweet wooden signs that the bride and groom had made for their wedding. Since our wedding was out in the woods (we got married in the adirondack park, NY) and I knew my handy Daddio could whip up the signs for me, I chalked this one up on the 'to do' list. DIY Wooden Wedding Signs: First ... View the Post