Fun Fabric Ideas

Hi Everyone,



  I confess, I love all  objects for the home that are custom and beautifully handcrafted, but do not like the price tag that comes along with such finds.  So if at all possible I try to craft and put together on my own to give certain elements of my home a "custom" and unique look.  I was recently asked by HOMETALK to curate a list of fun fabric ideas that won't break the bank and give  elements of your home that one of a kind look.

 I recently purchased a consigned wing  chair and reupholstered in linen adding trim and nail head trim for a custom look.









I completed a girls bedroom and added a few DIY projects.  These cute lampshades are an adorable addition to Lauren's Bedroom and the fabric rosettes on the painted branches add a little whimsy and interest to the focal wall.



The Fabric Rosettes

The easiest way to add a custom look in any room in the house is throw pillows.  Here I sewed budget friendly pillows that are trendy and fun.

Trendy throw pillows for a couch or bed

Lastly, I redid a footstool, added a linen pillow with ballet slipper ties and rosettes for a cute addition to my daughter's bedroom.



 I hope you enjoyed this rundown of fun fabric ideas for the home. Please visit HOMETALK for much more fabulous fabric pictures and tutorials and huge thanks to HOMETALK for allowing me to curate this fun board.

Have a wonderful, fun weekend!!

XOXO,

SK

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The New Shabby Chic in Chicago

Hi Everyone,

I hope you all had a wonderful long weekend, whether it be relaxing or productive. I made the drive to Chicago this past weekend and spent a lovely few days with my super talented sister. We shopped for several hours in fabulous off the beaten path stores. This was such a treat since my days generally are so filled with kiddos activities. I left so inspired and relaxed, ready and rejuvenated for the summer break. So Thanks for having me lovely sis in your fabulous city.

    My sister is an interior designer in Chicago she lives in a charming neighborhood just outside the city, an easy commute to her clients but far enough away from the hustle and bustle the big city living brings. She allowed me to share her charming space with you all. The building is aged, dating back to the 1920's, but has been updated with all the modern conveniences. The original details are left intact including hardwood floor, vintage door knobs, crown moldings etc. It truly is a charming, sweet place she filled with an eclectic mix of furnishing some mass produced, but mostly one of a kind unique finds at consignment or boutique stores. So take a look at her cozy space. I think you will love just as much as I do. Sorry for the pics.. I took all these pictures with an iPhone. Next time I will try to remember to bring a better camera.

So here is the Home Tour......

That beautiful mirror and cute pillows came home with us on our shopping trip.

Pretty Living Room. Don't you love the mix of elements.

The Dining Room.  Love the mix of accessories, the clay pots with tufted furniture and graphic rug.

The Entrance Hall

Beautiful, serene outdoor space.

The Sweet Guest Bedroom.

Closeup of the Master Bedroom

The Master.  It too has beautiful wallpaper and tufted bed

The Entrance hallway.  Love the Trumeau.

The Hallway with an electic mix of wall accessories.

The Breakfast Nook

                     The Kitchen with all the modern conveniences and fully updated.  I love the vintage feel.






This Amazing store was packed full of treasures. My sister had a lovely time picking out a few fabulous goodness for her place here.

Hope you enjoyed the home tour and enjoying your week so far.  The girls last of school is today...Let the fun begin!

Have a Great Day!




XOXO,
SK

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Making A Lampshade

Hi Everyone,

In my last post, I revealed my daughters Pretty in White Bedroom, pictured here and mentioned the lampshade.  So I thought I would share how I put this together.  Its a super easy, very budget friendly and unique.  So here goes.

Here is what you will need:
               Fabric.I used about 1/2yd
               Simple Pinch-Pleat tape
              Trim for the bottom hem
               Double-Folded Bias Tape for the top
               Stitch Witchery



I purchased the lampshade at Hobby Lobby.  It came with a paper template which I used to measure the fabric.   I did add about 6-8in in width since I gathered the fabric at the top.

Step 1:   Stitch the Pinch Pleat at the top

Step 2:   Iron on the Double Folded Bias Tape to the top to conceal the raw edges  Pull the tape to gather then sew the sides together.

Step3:    Use Stitch Witchery to attach the Trim to the raw edges on the bottom of the shade  and
                         Voila It's Done!

So Easy! and cute.  I think it is a fun addition to Lauren's Bedroom and really pops against the off-white walls.  So would love to know if you plan on doing this to one of your lampshades.  Please do tell! Also found this awesome website with all things lampshades.  Check it out here.

Have a great rest of the week and weekend.  We are wrapping up the school year here, so tons of school parties and fun activities for the little ones.

XOXO,

SK 
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Pretty in White Bedroom Reveal

Hi Everyone,

Difficult to believe this week is almost done...time flies when you are having fun.... I would have to say this bedroom is just my style.  Its has a vintage feel, with collected objects and whimsical details.  I think perfect for a little girls retreat.  This bedroom of course had a few DIY projects, my favorite being the lamp shade covers.  Such an easy DIY project with a big impact.  I will show you how I created these lamp shade covers in my next post.  I also painted the branches above the bed and added fabric covered rosettes to the wall.  Tutorial here for the rosettes.  My inspiration for the painted branches came from this lovely blog.  So here we have the finished project.

View from the door, I know bad lighting.

The headboard I repainted in a shutter gray several years ago and her bedding we had already.  Unfortunately, I don't remember where I got them.  That sweet pillow I purchased last year from Pottery Barn Kids on clearance and I took the same branch theme and painted it on the wall.  I  thought it would be easier  to paint the wall, since I am not sure this is our forever home and didn't want to rip down wallpaper.

Closeup of the lampshades and vintage lamps.

Reading nook on the other side of the bed

It was so magical to see my little girls face when she saw the completed projects and her finished room.  She was smiling ear to ear, a win-win...I am  in my element creating for my little sweeties.

Happened upon these beautiful images on Pinterest this week that I thought I would share.  I wish there were more hours in a day to blog, peruse pinterest and read others blogs...maybe someday when my sweeties are older...

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Have a lovely rest of the week and Thanks for all your sweet comments

XOXO,
 
 SK

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Trendy Ikat/Chevron Pillows and other Sewing Projects

Hi Everyone,

 I hope you all had a great week, whether it be productive or relaxing. I was able to catch up on a few sewing projects over the weekend, including a sweet robe for my littlest one, finishing touches on a pillow order and ordering fabric for panels in our breakfast area. I can't wait to see the fabric and start on the project. I just love how panels soften a room and immediately give the room warmth and comfort. So today I will be sharing my completed pillows and sweet, bright pink robe.

Homemade pillows with ribbon

Homemade pillows with rosettes to match the shabby chic meets modern rustic bedroom

Pillows with ribbon

She loves her new robe!

The hood is lined in a coordinating fabric

Used double wide bias tape to hide all the raw edges in a light pink


Below are sweet and chic pillow I found via pinterest and blogland. Inspiration I think for future projects and also great sites for decor shopping.

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As always my sweet followers, Thank you for reading this blog. I hope you all have a fabulous weekend. 

XOXO 

SK

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Pretty in White with Splashes of Color

Hi Everyone,

 I love how a small can of white paint can make all the difference in how a room feels. My daughters room was a dark taupe color before and although it looked fine and matched everything in her space, I felt it was a little too masculine and needed a fresh look. I purchased BM Seashell and went to work right away. Oh my, I love the glow in her room now. It  is so pretty and feminine and certainly helps make her room feel larger. So here is a sneak peek of the off white wall.....

Bright White Bedding with her favorite dress

Another View

Her dresser at the foot of the bed

The dresser needs a little help so I will be posting on that shortly, but wanted to show you a little of what to expect on the opposite side.
I know we hear and read this all the time, but it is so true...a beautiful off-white wall color is the perfect backdrop for almost any room in a home.  It is how we put it all together with accessories and fabric choices that truly makes a room sing.

Thanks as always for reading this blog and I hope you all have a lovely weekend.

XOXO

SK

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