Well, I've taken the plunge... Very uncharacteristically of me, I've painted our bedroom white. Via OK, so that's not actually our bedroom (honestly, I understand it belongs to Jessica Simpson). It is stunning, though, isn't it? And yes, those of you keeping track, I did just paint my husband's office this week, as well. Am I a glutton for punishment or what? Actually, I really do enjoy painting (be sure to read the first and second installments of my series on painting), but ... Read More about White Out: A Master Bedroom Makeover
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Firetruck Invitations and Party Favors
I've confessed before that I do not consider myself particularly crafty, but I've been guilted into inspired by Pinterest to give it my best when it comes to my kids' birthday parties. And, after such a wonderful backyard barbecue for my younger son, I knew that Little Pax needed a special shindig for his third birthday. As with the backyard barbecue, I used Paperless Post for his invitations and was thrilled with the result. But since I already made homemade mason jar bubbles for the ... Read More about Firetruck Invitations and Party Favors
I am a Painter: choosing color
Choosing a paint color is like buying underwear: it's personal. Not in a "private" way, but in an individual-preference way. I refuse to buy underwear for you. That said, I will continue my miniseries on painting (see here for the first installment) by sharing a few tips on choosing paint colors. No two people choose paint colors the same way. In fact, I've learned over the years that no two people even see color exactly the same: to Mr. Pax, for example, something may look "red;" to me, ... Read More about I am a Painter: choosing color
What a Difference a Fan Makes…
Though I am a complete sucker for gorgeous, vintage chandeliers like this one in my entry: I am also a realist. And the reality is that we are living in Houston, Texas (aka the tropics) in a home with a wildly inadequate cooling system. (And yes, we are still saving for the $15K+ that it's going to cost to replace it... Any sponsors out there want to offer me something?!?!). In spins the ceiling fan. In all it's glory. I actually am not all that opposed to how they look. They may not ... Read More about What a Difference a Fan Makes…
Form and Function: Picture Frame turned Wet-Erase Calendar
Well, that might be my longest blog-post title yet! I was not actually considering this as a "form and function" post until I started writing, when I realized it's a perfect example. My home office is in what was probably built as a formal sitting room in our 1940 colonial. We have one full wall of bookshelves now, giving it a library sort of feel. I like to think of it as classy. It's also the pass-through from the entry to the kitchen, so it gets a lot of traffic. As such, Mr. ... Read More about Form and Function: Picture Frame turned Wet-Erase Calendar