Showing posts with label DIY home decorating. Show all posts
Showing posts with label DIY home decorating. Show all posts

Thursday, May 31, 2018

Upcycled Ironing Boards: New Uses For Old Ironing Boards

Ironing board jewelry hanger made with old wooden thread spools by erinplainandsimple 

I believe that you can upcycle just about anything, giving it new life and increased value. I also believe that incorporating these upcycled items into your home can be a really cool and inexpensive way to add interesting style to your home.

One household item that is fading fast from homes is the ironing board. I see one at just about every thrift store I visit. But did you know that you can use old ironing boards in really creative ways to accent your home? 

Check out these innovative ideas for upcycling ironing boards! 

DIY Ironing Board Plant Hanger Project
You will need:
A small metal ironing board
Spray paint
Wire and wire cutters
Old glass bottles or old glass vases
Optional: Magnets and E6000 adhesive

1. Remove ironing board cover and prepare surface to be spray painted by removing all sticky labels and dirt with a damp cloth. Dry. 
2. In a well ventilated area or outdoors, spray paint the metal ironing board whatever color you desire. I love a bright pop of turquoise, red, or purple. Allow to dry completely, overnight is best.
3. Use long lengths of wire to wrap the necks of the bottles and vases, wrapping the wire around the neck three or four times until it is very secure. Next thread the wire through the holes in the ironing board to the back side of the board and then back through another hole back to the front of the board, securing the bottle tightly to the board. Do this a few times until the bottle is securely wired to the board. Wrap the tail end of wire around the neck of the vase.
4. Alternately, use strong magnets to attach your bottles to the ironing board by first checking that the magnets will stick to the board. Then use strong adhesive such as E6000 to adhere the magnets to the bottles or vases. Allow adhesive to dry over night.
Summery ironing board mini bar

 A unique way to use a vintage wooden ironing board

Creative ribbon and craft storage


Vintage wooden board with a nice display of plants. Boards are best displayed in areas of low traffic where they are out of the way of getting bumped or tripped over.


Smaller sized ironing boards are great for jewelry storage. This one was left unpainted.


Ironing board display with magnets 


Turn an old wooden ironing board into a painted sign for your laundry room


Ironing board seat by donnawalker.org


Ironing board wine rack


Do you use an ironing board in your home?

I hope you enjoyed this post.
Please leave me a comment below! 


Have a great week!
 Laura


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Thursday, September 21, 2017

New - Soft & Shimmery Rose Gold Style Decor


Not only do rose and gold make a GREAT combination, rose-gold themes are so hot and completely on trend this year! 

I created two brand new rose gold themed designs for home decor and personal style. The first design I did was a hand-drawn mandala illustration that I drew in ink pen and then added color digitally. The second design I created was an acrylic abstract painting that I did in white with shades of pink and rose and just a touch of shimmery gold. I LOVED how it turned out! 

These designs have a soft, feminine look and I think they are great for all ages. I'm excited to share them with you! Click the text below each photo for more information for each item.  Each can be found in my Society6 shop or my Redbubble shop, and be sure to check out all of the other products in my S6 & RB shops (not shown below) - phone cases, travel mugs, notebooks, tshirts...that are also available in these beautiful patterns! I hope you like them! 



Rose Gold Mandala

Bohemian Mandala in Rose Gold Shower Curtain












Heartfelt



 






Heartfelt Backpack


   






What do you think?

Have a great week!
Love, Laura



My broken china jewelry is always available for purchase at https://www.etsy.com/shop/dishfunctionldesigns





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5 Ways To Add Cool Style To Your Dorm Room



Dorm rooms don't have to be dingy. As a matter of fact, it can be really uninspiring to live in a space that does not energize and motivate you, bring you joy and make you feel good. Did you know that your surroundings can directly influence your mood? I don't think it's any surprise that things such as colors and scents can make you feel great...or not so great.

So what do you do when you are not allowed to personalize your space by doing things like painting the walls or burning candles? Fear not, you can still have amazing style while still adhering to campus dorm rules. Obviously, common dorm rules are usually against doing things that would permanently alter the room (such as painting) or that go against safety (such as candles) but there are still lots of ways that you can make your space cozy, stylish, and all your own while still adhering to the rules. 


Starry Dream Rectangular Pillow

1. Don't be afraid of COLOR!

First and foremost, don't be afraid to use color! Choose colors that make you feel good and help you relax. Add them to your room by way of your bedding, pillows, wall art, and carpets.






She Who Dares - Indigo Ombre Bath Mat




2. Plants = Energy 

Plants add instant energy to a room. No matter whether you prefer cactus, succulents, or trailing vines, plants are also a great way to incorporate color into your living space. Plants are living things - take care of them, talk to them, give them names. :)







3. Make it cozy and comfy

A pretty floor pillow makes a great place to relax and meditate, and adds extra seating when friends come over to hang out. Adding a couple extra pillow shams to your bed can also up your comfort level and create extra seating space.







4. Add a wall tapestry or curtain and use it creatively

Tapestries have many uses - they're not just for hanging on walls, but are great for creating a bit more privacy in your room when used as a visual divider. Choose one in a size that fits your space! 




Greens No. 1 Window Curtains





Gypsy Soul Mystical Stars Purple Wall Tapestry






5. Use lighting to set the mood

It's amazing what a string of Christmas lights can do. Draped string lights can add a great twinkle and relaxing mood to your room. 







What do you think?


Have a great week!
love,
 Laura


My broken china jewelry is always available for purchase at https://www.etsy.com/shop/dishfunctionldesigns





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Tuesday, March 21, 2017

New Design In My Society6 Shop - Bohemian Spirit Mandalas on Aubergine



Yay! I love how this design turned out! Hi friends! I wanted to take a minute to share the latest design that I uploaded to my Society6 shop this morning. It's a pen and ink drawing of three mandalas entitled Spirit Mandalas, and it looks especially pretty on the pillows. 

The background is a deep aubergine, like the deep purple-plum color of an eggplant, and I think it's a really elegant combination when paired with the ivory colored artwork. This design is perfect for Boho decor lovers! 

Here are just a few examples of this new design on a few different products. All are available in my Society6 shop so be sure to check them out!






Wall tapestry available in 3 sizes!



iPhone and iPod cases as well as skins and laptop sleeves and skins are available in all different sizes too



I just love the pillows! There are square, rectangular (like the one above) and large floor pillows that you can order in circular or square


I hope you like them! Let me know what you think!

also new...




Visit me at Society6




I hope you have a great week! 
Love, Laura


My broken china jewelry is always available for purchase at https://www.etsy.com/shop/dishfunctionldesigns




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