Master bathroom curtains...check!

I finally finished the curtains for this window behind my tub and I covered the vinyl roller shade and added little ruffle to it. It turned out just how I planned and that does not happen much! This picture is a little blurry though, sorry.

I used a stick from the backyard for the curtain rod and I painted some wooden brackets that I got at a gargage sale for 50 cents to hold the stick. The panels cost me $12.50 and the shade about $25.

I sewed a simple unlined panel then made some skinny ties using the hot glue gun and sewed them to the top/back of the panel. I then just tied them around the stick. I got the fabric on clearance for $4.00/yard and they only had 3 yrds. left, so I cut it in half lengthwise and made "half panels". I didn't want to cover much of the window anyway.

I used spray adhesive to cover the vinyl shade with a lightweight white cotton fabric then I hot glued the ruffle on. The only thing I would do differently is to use fabric glue maybe instead of the spray adhesive because there are still some wrinkles on the shade that have not smoothed out yet.

I added some hooks, a wooden hanging box, and one of my favorite signs. I have realized that you can't have too many hooks in the bathroom.



I got these hooks at Home Depot for $4.00 each and the wooden little crate came from Home Goods. I wish I could find more of them.

I am loving how this room is turning out...more progress to come!

Mom's 60th Birthday

Our backyard party to celebrate my mom's birthday and Independence Day was a blast!
It started with a yummy meal of traditional burgers, baked beans, watermelon, cottage cheese salad and chips. Nothing too fancy; everyone brought a dish and we ate way too much!
The kid table...

Then we celebrated my mom with her favorite Heath bar ice cream cake. You can find the recipe here. She doesn't look 60, does she?

A silly picture on the newly painted red bike.

Some fancy hairstyling on my sister, Melanie.

Some practice photography. The "mom" on the cup blurred, but I was trying to get it in the background. I am practicing for my future job as a stager/photographer for my favorite magazine. Follow your dreams right???
A few silly faces...

A fun fireworks show put on by "dad".
Lots and lots of sparklers.
The show would not be complete without a ladder rescue of the parachute guy from the top of the tree.

We even did a little dancing to some really fun music...and played my parent's favorite song for them to dance to. ("Through the Years" by Kenny Rogers)Happy Birthday Mom! I am so blessed to have you! What a cute couple you two still make!

My Little Spot out Back- part two

The weather has been much cooler today, so we all got outside to play I did some more spray painting. Yes, the kids have on their pj's. That is one of the best parts of summer, isn't it?

My vintage bike is now red. The first red I used was way too bright and orangy, so I used the rest of my favorite red (Colonial Red by Rustoleum- American Accents). I ran out before I could get finished, but at least it's red and I like it better than the white. We are celebrating July 4th and my mom's 60th birthday at my house this weekend, so I started decorating for it today too.

I painted my planter white and now I think I need to paint the blue part red or green. That is always how it works, isn't it? This is one of my favorite signs. I love this saying.

I painted my metal lawn chairs blue. It is brighter than I expected, but I like it and this color makes me happy.

Here is the color I used. I got it at Wal-Mart for around $2.57. Great price! I didn't even use 2 whole cans.

I also painted my back door red awhile back. I have always wanted a white house with a red door, so I created that look in the back because my house is brick on the front.

A few more American touches...

Hope you are having a great Friday!

My Little Spot out Back- part one

Okay, my spray painting yesterday got rained out, so I did not finish, but here is what I have so far. I got this old vintage bike from Craig's List a few years ago and have not done much with it. After reading an idea from Tina at Cherry Hill Cottage, I decided to paint the whole thing white, tires and all. Now I think it's too bright in this spot, so I am going to paint it red I think. I also want to get a wicker bike basket from Wal-Mart and plant some flowers in it. I'll let you know what I decide...

This is the back of my chimney. Elise gave me this idea of using a mantle here. I want to make this feel like an outdoor room, so here is the starting point. I wanted to find an old mantle, but could not find one that would work on a budget. My hubby got this one for me for mother's day and I painted it "ryegrass" from Sherwin Williams. I did 3 coats of outdoor paint and some varnish, so hopefully it will stay protected from the weather.

I used some stuff I already had to decorate it and found this window for $2 at the restore. I just fell in love with the color. I plan to hang something else over it. We will see...

I painted this old step ladder too (I can't remember the name of the color) and used it as a fern stand. I love the weathered paint job on it.

I tucked some impatiens under the fern. They love this shady spot! More pics to come once it stops raining!

My Little Spot out Back but...no camera again!

I am wanting to show you some projects that I am working on in my backyard and on my patio, but my hubby keeps taking the camera without asking me. Can you believe him??? I even took some pictures this morning, but did not get a chance to download them. Anyway, I have been working on an outdoor mantle and have been spray painting some other things with lots of fun colors. I am loving the Krylon paint colors and the $2.57 price tag on it at Wal-Mart.
As soon as I can get my hands on that camera again, I will share some pictures with you....
Can I just say that I LOVE this summer schedule??? Today has consisted of sprinklers, slides, popsicles, watermelon, and spray painting. What could be better?

Happy Father's Day!

I feel so blessed today to have a husband who is a better father than I ever imagined he would be. He truly loves his kids and is such an example to them. He doesn't just teach them with words, he shows them with his actions. He spends time with God every morning and I know he covers us in prayer daily. I appreciate his dedication to our family and willingness to provide and provide and provide (poor guy). Thanks honey for all you do! We love you bunches!

He takes the kids on an annual trip to UNC to see a basketball game.

Daddy's little gymnast.
This is my dad; another amazing man in my life who loves Jesus and shows it with his life. I have learned so much from him. The biggest lesson he has taught me is to "enjoy the journey" He wants to enjoy each day and be thankful for it. He doesn't like to worry or plan too far ahead. He taught each of us girls to enjoy sports and be athletic and he still can outrun me at 60. Can you believe it? I love you Dad!

My Sister's Garden Wedding

My sister, Melanie married her sweetheart in Savannah on May 15th. We were blessed and excited to be a part of the intimate ceremony at the Forsyth Inn Bed and Breakfast. It was a perfect, beautiful day! Here are the kids before the ceremony. My two neices and Makenna were the flower girls and Bryce and Brayden were the ringbearers. (sorry these pics are small. I had to get them off of facebook).

This is Bailey and Alyssa before the ceremony. Such a cute picture!

We were running late as usual, so this is our race into the wedding...

My little man looked so handsome in his tux! Bryce wore this same tux at his age.

My boys on their best behavior!

My dad and the beautiful bride entering the courtyard.
They each wrote their own vows. It was so touching to hear how hey felt about each other. Lots of tears during that part!The Mr. and Mrs.

The whole gang after the wedding...even the dogs were a part and dressed up for the occasion.

We ate at the Pink House for the rehearsal dinner. The atmosphere was so cool in a house built in the 1700's, the food was yummy and the company was fun and relaxed. Brayden was not fond of this dinner, and we spent lots of time walking the streets of Savannah checking out the horses, etc...

The happy couple at dinner.

Here is my mom and Brayden at a small champagne and cake reception after the wedding. My mom was beautiful in her purple dress!

A dad and daughter dance...

Cutting the cake...

Let's eat cake and celebrate!

Our family in the park.

The boys take a walk to prepare for some more pictures. My hubby looked so handsome in his suit!

Melanie looked stunning in her dress and very happy! The park setting was great for pictures too!

The kids with the bride minus Brayden. He had enough by this point.

A stroller train. Brayden was getting out of the park at all costs! No more pictures...

We had dinner afterwards at the River House. Everything turned out just perfect!

I made the centerpieces for the table with river rocks, reindeer moss, water, and hydrangea blooms. Congrats to Melanie and Tyler! May God bless your marriage now and for years to come!