Monday, March 10, 2014

Living Room

Ok, y’all! I’m rolling out some house pics. I’m starting with our living room because I spend most of my time there and was therefore forced to put it together first… and it’s nowhere near finished or close to what I hope it to look like, but I’m so excited that I just have to share what I’ve done so far with you.

Before:

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After:

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I love my wingback chair… it just barely fits in that corner, but I’m sticking with it. This chair was my very first sewing DIY project… *sigh*. Now it needs a little fixing up (the move and wear and tear have done a number), but I’m so darn proud of it.

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Paint color: Silver Gray – Benjamin Moore

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Not the best quality photos, I was limited to my cell camera! I’ll update with better ones later!

Rug is new from Target!

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I LOVE WAINSCOTTING.

That chest of drawers actually was a freebee from a friend in a frat in college – his (awesome) mom had found it at a yardsale… and he didn’t want to take it home! Score! Solid wood, weighs a hundred pounds, needs a little refinishing, makes my heart melt.

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This peninsula in the kitchen looks over the living room, with breakfast bar. Currently being used as our dining room table….: )

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More to come when I make additional improvements. I really want to put a picture shelf up on one wall, maybe on either side of the small window? What do you think? I want to make some nice bright pillow covers too for a pop of color.  I also have my bedroom to show you …. but it has a ways to go first!

Thank you all for stopping by! You all inspire me and teach me everyday!
Cheers!
Bridget, XOXO

Sunday, March 2, 2014

Giant Jenga

One of our first projects after moving was Giant Jenga. Why? I have no idea, but it’s fun and we wanted a good game to play when we had our housewarming party. And it was a huge hit!! Be forewarned though, wear shoes when playing – these blocks can fall on toes!

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Joe used these links to come up with the specs. They both have really good instructions!

http://www.abeautifulmess.com/2013/08/make-this-giant-jenga.html

http://community.homedepot.com/t5/Playtime-Plans/Building-a-Giant-Jenga-Game/td-p/48259#.UxOpKfldWSp

The basic makeup of Giant Jenga is simple – 2”x4” cut into 10.5” lengths and sanded (so they slide against each other better).

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Have fun party people!!

Thanks for stopping by!
Cheers,
Bridget XOXO