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Tuesday, September 25, 2012

Wooden Crate DIY Projects: Side Table and Storage Bench


DIY CRATE SIDE TABLE
 
BEFORE...a plain wood crate that was an estate sale find

AFTER....A GREAT NEW SIDE TABLE FOR OUR OUTDOOR COVERED PORCH
  • HOW I DID IT: 
  • added 4 casters to the bottom for ease of movement (attached the casters to separate pieces of wood then attached the wood pieces to the crate in order to keep the screws from coming through the surface of the crate)
  • Had a local glass guy cut a piece of glass to protect the top
  • PERFECT storage for items I wanted to keep handy while outside and also a great place to rest a drink while relaxing on the porch :)

 DIY CRATE STORAGE BENCH
 
BEFORE....a plain wood crate that was an estate sale find



















 AFTER....A USEFUL PIECE FOR INSIDE OUR BACK DOOR

  • HOW I DID IT: 
  • Cut a piece of MDF to the same size as the crate top
  • Used spray adhesive to attach a piece of foam to the MDF
  • Wrapped fabric around the foam and MDF and then attached the fabric underneath with a staple gun
  • Screwed the seat onto the crate top from inside the crate
  • A great addition by the back door where we can toss our shoes and take a seat while putting our shoes on

Sunday, May 20, 2012

2 of my must visit home stores in NYC....

I've had a busy last 4 weeks...I'm going to spend some time this week sharing with you what I've been up to.
I'm excited to share some pics from my trip to NYC in late April.  
Here are some home decor trend/ inspiration photos from 2 of my favorite stores to visit...ABC Carpet & Home and Fishes Eddy.  They are always full of unique items and awesome inspiration.
ABC Carpet & Home: 888 Broadway
I love to use old bottles as accent pieces....turn them into a vase, cluster them together, wrap them in ribbon, paint them....so many possibilities!
Industrial lighting
Beautiful wooden bowls
Love the look of the crisp white dish ware against the texture of the rustic wood boxes
Neon is hot for fashion and the home.  No need to paint your walls neon green!!! Just add a decorative pillow or other small accent piece for an instant pop of color!



 Fishes Eddy: 889 Broadway at 19th Street

Tangerine


Create lighting out of everyday items for a unique conversation piece


Vintage inspired patterns and colors