tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-92086435658629567722024-03-13T06:04:06.524-04:00The Pink ChalkboardJillian and Mindyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/02719988852130838147noreply@blogger.comBlogger695125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9208643565862956772.post-29027118195029828922014-04-23T15:08:00.000-04:002014-04-23T15:09:09.766-04:00Another Painted PorchRemember the painted porch I posted about last week? I just found another painted floor and this one is just as beautiful.<br />
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Pretty today and it will continue to look good as it wears in, too. What a great way to define the space and make the bench and planters feel more like an outdoor room.<br />
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a great built-in that houses books, a tv, and pretty knick knacks. But look what else is there – a desk space with a computer and a pull-out bench. I love this! When not in use, the bench is tucked in and the look is seamless. So clever, functional and pretty with that fun pop of color on the upholstered seat.</div>
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Jillianhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/02196585693953143628noreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9208643565862956772.post-53676680217831960122014-04-14T06:00:00.000-04:002014-04-14T06:00:12.860-04:00Painted Porch FloorOver the weekend, we had the most gorgeous weather. It still seems hard to believe but spring is finally here and now summer doesn't feel so far away. Imagine a backyard barbecue and spending summer nights on a porch like this.<br />
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Did you notice the amazing floor? It's painted concrete and it is sensational.<br />
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Now that the weather is starting to get warmer, I am in full-fledge spring-mode.<br />
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Here's what I love about it – the room is light and bright, filled with neutral furnishings and just a few pops of color. It is pulled together and pretty, yet warm, comfortable and inviting.<br />
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There's some clever decorating going on in that room, too. Did you notice the upholstered footstools under the coffee tables? I love that detail!<br />
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Spring is here! Despite the weather forecast for tomorrow, this means sunshine, warm weather, and beautiful blooms are right around the corner. I can't wait!<br />
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<i><span style="font-size: x-small;">found on <a href="http://www.pinterest.com/jdanziger14/the-pink-chalkboard/">Pinterest</a> via <a href="http://www.buzzfeed.com/gabbynoone/anthropologie-hacks">buzzfeed.com</a></span></i>Jillianhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/02196585693953143628noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9208643565862956772.post-16480354305454234792014-02-26T11:45:00.000-05:002014-02-26T11:45:00.343-05:00Pretty MugsI am thinking that my morning cup of coffee would taste so much better if it was in one of these beauties from <a href="http://www.cwonder.com/Categories/Home-%26-Decor/Tabletop/Porcelain-Color-Block-Mug/product/CW-H-S14-TT-SRVW-168.html" target="_blank">C. Wonder</a>.<br />
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Do you remember my favorite <a href="http://thepinkchalkboard.blogspot.com/2013_08_01_archive.html" target="_blank">spicy red</a> color? Well, my <a href="http://thepinkchalkboard.blogspot.com/2013/09/my-spicy-granny-chair.html" target="_blank">spicy granny chairs</a> have found a happy home at my mom's house and all of a sudden stores are selling a ton of throw pillows featuring that fun, hot red. Because it's so hard to resist a good throw pillow (or 10!), my mom bought a bunch of red as well as black, white, gold, and gray (her go-to decor colors), to spruce things up. We had a great time playing, and I just love how all of these different patterns and textures work together. </div>
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Let's keep the Valentine's Day love going for a little while longer, shall we? Why not decorate your bed with these charming pillows?<br />
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This Ski Jumper is our favorite. Doesn't he look like he is taking off?<br />
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Jillian and Mindyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/02719988852130838147noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9208643565862956772.post-55860111101629904682014-02-05T08:00:00.000-05:002014-02-05T08:00:08.392-05:00Hello OrangeLook at this happy room!<br />
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I came across <a href="http://www.pinterest.com/pin/225602262557815022/" target="_blank">this on Pinterest</a> recently and just had to pin it. Knowing how much Mindy loves orange and white, I'm thinking she'll love this bathroom, too. But then again, who wouldn't? It looks like such a cheerful, happy place.Jillianhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/02196585693953143628noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9208643565862956772.post-45950844807202554802014-02-04T08:00:00.000-05:002014-02-04T08:00:00.020-05:00Cheri's Baby Shower DelightsLast weekend we threw a baby shower for my sister-in-law, Cheri. We had an amazing day celebrating her and are excitedly awaiting my little nephew William's arrival.<br />
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Cheri's shower gave me the opportunity to create some handmade gifts and to get crafty. Here are some cute projects that I wanted to share with you.<br />
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Inspired by the <a href="http://thepinkchalkboard.blogspot.com/2013/12/chalkboard-classes-at-belovely.html" target="_blank">chalk art class I took at Belovely</a>, here is my first chalkboard!<br />
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Here's the proud mom-to-be posing with my chalk art. Hi, baby bump!<br />
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The teddy bear, below, is part of my gift. This cutie is sitting on a little chair that I decoupaged with a gray and white chevron print. He is even wearing a matching bow tie.<br />
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I layered strips of zig zags on top of each other, in all different directions, for a funky look.<br />
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I also made bunting for the nursery! I think I am most proud of this project. I have never made bunting before but I loosely followed <a href="http://thepaintedhive.net/2013/01/diy-fabric-bunting-flags-tutorial/" target="_blank">this tutorial from The Painted Hive</a> and it turned out really well. <br />
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Little William's room is painted blue (<a href="http://www.homedepot.com/p/Glidden-DUO-8-oz-MSL164-Martha-Stewart-Living-Blue-Suede-Interior-Paint-Sample-GLD-MSL164/203448267" target="_blank">Martha Stewart's Blue Suede</a>) and I thought that this gray and white chevron print would make a great accent. I used this same fabric to decoupage the chair above. </div>
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Here is a fun display item from my mom. She bought this <a href="http://www.target.com/p/umbra-loft-6-opening-photoclip-frame/-/A-14126361#prodSlot=dlp_medium_2_15&term=umbra" target="_blank">Umbra frame</a> that has little clips inside. She enlarged a gorgeous photo of my brother and Cheri to use as the background and then clipped baby pictures of each of them on top. The effect was so adorable! </div>
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We were marveling at how similar their baby pictures are. I think our moms even sported the same hairstyle!</div>
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My nephew will be named William after our father who passed away five years ago. My dad really loved flowers and African Violets were a favorite. So to honor his memory, each guest received a little white violet as a favor. The pots were spray painted silver and we applied "thank you" stickers in a chalkboard design. I wish I could say that I made the stickers but they were just a really great find from <a href="http://www.michaels.com/" target="_blank">Michael's</a>. </div>
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And last, here are a couple of details that I wanted to share. Remember those <a href="http://thepinkchalkboard.blogspot.com/2013/12/delightful-dollar-deals.html" target="_blank">kraft stickers I found at Target</a> before Christmas? Well, they worked out perfectly as little gift seals that I could personalize. </div>
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I think it perfectly describes Cheri's shower, too. Show how much you care for those you love with handmade design-goodness.<br />
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<i><span style="font-size: x-small;"><a href="http://www.etsy.com/listing/164475232/couples-valentines-day-personalized-art?ref=sr_gallery_22&ga_search_query=personalized+art&ga_view_type=gallery&ga_ship_to=US&ga_search_type=all" target="_blank">Couples Valentine's Day Personalized Art by FlutterbyePrints</a></span></i>Jillianhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/02196585693953143628noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9208643565862956772.post-16996758667399376742014-01-30T08:00:00.000-05:002014-01-30T08:00:00.813-05:00A Stylish CorkboardWhile looking through some <a href="http://houzz.com/" target="_blank">Houzz</a> images, I came across this great corkboard. Totally DIY and totally pretty.<br />
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<a href="http://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/21649139/list/Get-Organized--Make-Your-Own-Stylish-Corkboard" target="_blank">Click here</a> to see the how to (it's just an Ikea frame, cork, painter's tape and spray paint). And if you want to follow Sarah Dorsey, the Houzz contributor who created this, find her <a href="http://www.houzz.com/user/sarahmdorseydesigns" target="_blank">here</a> and her own blog <a href="http://sarahmdorseydesigns.blogspot.com/" target="_blank">here</a>. She's super talented.Jillianhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/02196585693953143628noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9208643565862956772.post-37257476904315265882014-01-29T08:30:00.000-05:002014-01-29T08:30:02.802-05:00Counting My Lucky StarsYou know those days that start off incredibly productive, but then something ridiculous comes along to stop you in your tracks? Well, that very thing happened to me last night. I spent a busy day working, only to have my hard drive crash at the end of the day. Grrrr...so frustrating!<br />
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After an initial panic phase, followed by a yoga class, I'm in much better spirits and have put this little setback in perspective. This is not a tragedy. It will be OK. I am incredibly lucky.<br />
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Mindyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/16131773739833911642noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9208643565862956772.post-23142020758436442832014-01-27T08:00:00.000-05:002014-01-27T08:00:06.198-05:00Speaking of Brackets...Hey everyone, happy Monday!<br />
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Sorry I have been MIA for the past few weeks. Things got really crazy with work and then this past week, I was crafting up some lovely items for my sister-in-law's baby shower. I have a few fun projects that I promise to share with you this week!<br />
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In the meantime, I wanted to share these awesome bookends that I found on <a href="https://www.etsy.com/listing/94897029/bookends-brackets-mint-green-laser-cut?ref=sr_gallery_1&ga_ex=etsy_finds&ga_ref=etsy_finds&ga_utm_source=newsletter&ga_utm_medium=email&ga_utm_campaign=etsy_finds_010114_9159567486_0_0&ga_redirect=1&ga_filters=books_and_zines+spring&ga_search_type=all&ga_view_type=gallery" target="_blank">Etsy</a>. Remember <a href="http://thepinkchalkboard.blogspot.com/2013/04/beautiful-brackets_22.html" target="_blank">those amazing brackets</a> that Jillian found last year? If you loved them as much as I did, check these out!<br />
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Mindyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/16131773739833911642noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9208643565862956772.post-44037035244272895432014-01-22T11:23:00.002-05:002014-01-22T11:24:56.688-05:00Happy Birthday!On this cold and snowy day, what better way to wish Mindy a happy birthday than by wishing for pretty flowers and springtime to come quickly!<br />
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Something had to be done. Enter Ikea's <a href="http://www.ikea.com/us/en/catalog/products/20135300/">Expedit</a> unit.<br />
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This storage unit has saved the day many times before. I actually have 3 of them in various configurations throughout my home!<br />
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In my mudroom closet, I wanted to have a basket for each member of the family. It's been working amazingly well. With the help of Anthropologie's mercury glass letter ornaments, everyone now knows where to find their shoes, hats and gloves…and where to put them when they come home.<br />
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Once the bottom of the closet was taken care of, I moved on to the top.<br />
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I sprayed the baskets white and then taped off the bottom section and sprayed them shiny silver. Once sprayed, I organized and filled the baskets and placed them up top. Now I have plenty of storage and an aesthetically pleasing closet, too. I'm so happy with the end result!<br />
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