Painted Furniture

I am obsessed with painted furniture right now.  Actually, I have been for quite some time.  I love how you can completely change the look of a room by painting one piece of furniture.  I have been doing a lot of research, (aka) Pinterest, to find out about different techniques.  I just ordered some chalk paint, so I will let you know what I think about that.  In the meantime, here are some of my favorite pieces I have come across either on blogs or Pinterest.

As you can see, there are so many good ideas.  I am ready to get started.  I will keep you posted.

Zinnia Bliss

This summer a local farmer planted a field of zinnias.  It was absolutely beautiful.  The best part was that they opened it up to anyone who wanted to cut their own flowers.  Too fun.  I was having a birthday party for my youngest son Dylan, and thought this would be the perfect table centerpiece.  Free and fabulous.  You can't beat that.

Next Summer I am definitely planting Zinnias.

Bragging Rights.

As many of you know,  I worked feverishly on my nephews June 9th wedding and finally the photos are here.  I am not one to boast, but I just can't help it.  The wedding turned out amazing and I just have to share.

The bouquet.  My shining moment.  This bouquet turned out amazing considering it was my first broach bouquet.

The boutonnieres were perfect for this wedding.  Adding duck feathers was the touch needed to let the men feel included in the details.

The centerpieces were very casual.  I wrapped burlap around mason jars and rustic cans and tied them off with turquoise and white torn damask fabric.  The flowers were a mix of yellows, raspberry, and blues.  Once again bringing in antlers just added a little something masculine.

A place for cards and gifts.

Dressing up the porch.  I used a lighter burlap for faux curtains and tied them off with the same burlap and damask fabric I used on the centerpieces.  Easy, inexpensive, but very country chic.

The beautiful bride and groom.  They made this whole experience so fun for me and I learned so much.  Thank you Justin and Meredith.

Special thanks to my good friend Tiffany Sucevich for taking these photos for me.  I could not have showcased all my hard work without your amazing pictures.

4th of July Decorating, Part II

These were some inspiring ideas I got from other blogs.

So many creative people out there.  I continue to get inspired every day.

4th of July Decorating

Give me a holiday and I am oh so happy to decorate.  Here's my version of the 4th of July.

The only thing I bought this year was the eagle sign in the last picture.  I got that at Joanne's for 50% off, bringing it to $8.00.  The flags I use year after year.  The truck I usually have on my patio.  The picture of the girl I have had for years.  She only comes out at this time of year, but I can't seem to part with her.  I hope this gives you some ideas.

Graduation Decoration

Two of my closest friend had graduates this year.  Most of the creative ideas came from them, but of course I was there to help.  Kassi's party was Friday night.  Here are some of the decorations.

Marcus's was the following evening.  We shared decorations, so a lot of them were the same, but looked very different.

This burlap canopy was my favorite decoration of the weekend.  They needed to create shade over the food and this was genius.  Love it.  I have lots of good ideas for my graduate next year.  I hope this gets your wheels turning.

Backyard Patio Cabinet

Last year while on a motorcycle ride to the Buttes, we came upon this little antique shop.  It was in the middle of nowhere.  At first, it seemed as if this gentlemen had nothing but a lot of junk, but it couldn't hurt to look around.  We wandered around the whole shop and not a treasure one, or one I needed.  I saw an opening that led to the back, so I wandered on out.  Oh my goodness gracious (OMGG), I struck gold.  I had been wanting some type of storage for the backyard, for beach towels, sunblock, toys etc.  You know it when you see it.  When it is perfect.  Here is this beloved piece.

Everything about it is perfect.  This size was perfect by a hair.  The color and patina are to die for, and the original pulls, random numbers, and single white drawer are what make it unique and special.  Can you tell I love it?  The best part, it only cost $200.00.  This might be my best bargain yet.