TRADER JOE'S VASE

Take one empty coffee can from Trader Joe's. Add a piece of $0.59 scrapbook paper from Michael's. Viola!!! Something beautiful.

GIRL ROOM DECOR

I have a problem. If I have more than two days off in a row, I feel a compulsion to paint something. I can’t ignore it. Must. Pick. Up. Paint. Brush. I’m on a first name basis with the paint guy at Home Depot. Hi, Frank!

My eight-year-old, Layne was tired of her pink room. Blue is her new favorite color, you know. That was all she needed to tell me. A blue room was born.

Layne and I worked together to spice things up and decided to add a stencil. We agree that it added a little extra pizazz. I bought the stencil at JoAnn's and used a metallic paint to make the design stand out. It looks shimmery and dreamlike at night.

The room is still a work in progress. I would like to add easy stuff like a fun chandelier and wall art; and not-so-easy stuff like crown molding and window trim. Who knows...by the time I get around to adding the "finishing touches", Layne may have a new favorite color and I can go visit my friend Frank again!

Mel

p.s. In case you were wondering, our kitchen has been 5 colors in 5 years. Half bath on the first floor, 3 colors. Kids bath, 2 colors. Gretchen’s room, 3 colors. Layne’s room, 2 colors. Master bath, 3 colors. Office, 3 colors. Dr. Phil? Help!

New Blog, New Look

After watching one too many 48 Hours, 20/20, CSI: SVU, Nancy Grace type shows, I have decided to take this blog over to the private sector.

While Tumblr provided a cool format, it just wasn't cool enough. I apologize for the change of venues, but I think you will enjoy the switch to blogspot. You can even sign up for update notifications! When I post something new, you will receive an e-mail message letting you know.

Love,
Mel