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Monday, August 31, 2015

URBAN FARMHOUSE DESIGNS {SHOP OKC}

Monday, August 31, 2015

URBAN FARMHOUSE DESIGNS {SHOP OKC}

Hi everyone!  Boy, these Mondays sure do roll around fast after a weekend! Especially now that we're fully back in the swing of a school routine, those lazy Saturday mornings where no one has to set an alarm pass by much too quickly.   During the school year, my husband and I enjoy "day" dates on Fridays (his day off) while the kids are in school.  It's nice to be out during the day when shops, restaurants, and movie theaters aren't very crowded.  Last week while the kids slaved away at school we spent the day at play, enjoying lunch and poking around a new to us shop.  Usually, he's my driver ;) and chauffeurs me to whatever store I want to run in to while he waits in the car, but I had a feeling he would enjoy this one.  When two different friends recommended it to me in one week, I knew we had to get by to check it out! I know I have a lot of local friends that read the blog, so I thought I'd give you a little preview if you'd like to go check ...
Thursday, August 27, 2015

OUTDOOR DINING FURNITURE OPTIONS

Thursday, August 27, 2015

OUTDOOR DINING FURNITURE OPTIONS

With our patio makeover that we're in the midst of, I've had outdoor furniture on the brain.  (Catch up on Part 1 of the patio project here , Part 2 here , and Part 3 here. )  We're kind-of starting over out there so I've been hunting for some new pieces.  We have a great iron set that will last forever, but it only seats 4 and I'm looking for something bigger.   Today I thought I'd show you some pieces that I've come across in my search that caught my eye.  Some of these might have even come to live at my house, so stayed tuned next week when I'll share the design plan for the patio with you.   More and more I'm liking a little touch of modern mixed in with my design, and what's more modern that a ghost chair?   TABLE  ||   CHAIR Classic farmhouse style- This table is actually aluminum but is finished to look like wood.  Love that it has the look of wood but not the maintenance, and will be able to withstand any outdoor weather. ...
Wednesday, August 26, 2015

JOHNNY CARINO'S ITALIAN NACHOS

Wednesday, August 26, 2015

JOHNNY CARINO'S ITALIAN NACHOS

Don't you love yummy restaurant dishes that you can replicate at home?  I've been making this one for years and thought you might want to try it, too! I don't eat out terribly often, so when I do I'm usually guilty of sticking with what I know I'll like and not branching out and trying something new so I won't be disappointed, but my husband is better at trying new things.  One day he came home from a lunch meeting at work and raved about the Italian Nachos at Johnny Carino's, and I tried them too the next time we were there.  They were an instant new favorite!  Here's how to make your own: Italian Nachos serves 6 12 oz. package of won ton wraps Shredded mozzarella cheese Cooked, shredded chicken Cooked, crumbled Italian sausage  (could substitute cooked, crumbled breakfast sausage) Alfredo sauce (jar or home-made) Sliced jalapeƱo peppers Sliced pepperocini peppers Diced tomatoes Sliced black olives Shredded parmesan cheese Now, if ...
Tuesday, August 25, 2015

DIY TASSEL LEOPARD TABLE RUNNER

Tuesday, August 25, 2015

DIY TASSEL LEOPARD TABLE RUNNER

For a while I had a simple leopard table runner for the dining room, until I was down to the wire finishing up my bedroom for the One Room Challenge.  I didn't want to make yet another run to Hobby Lobby, and the runner was the perfect size to make two lumbar pillows, so rather than purchasing new fabric it was sacrificed for the greater good.  HOW TO MAKE A POM POM Meanwhile, my table has been seeming a little empty.  I've had an eye out for a new runner, but nothing I could find ready-made was quite "me."  The leopard really was a perfect "neutral" that added a touch of pattern to the space, so I decided to go for round 2, but step the design up a notch this time. This was just about the easiest project ever, and didn't take much time at all. I used 1/2 yard of fabric and turned the edges under with fusible hem tape. Then, I watched and episode of one of my favorite shows while I made 20 tassels, 2 each with 10 different colors of...
Thursday, August 20, 2015

ROCK TASSEL NECKLACE {DIY SUMMER SCHOOL}

Thursday, August 20, 2015

ROCK TASSEL NECKLACE {DIY SUMMER SCHOOL}

Hi friends!  Today marks out last session of our DIY Summer School series.  The assignment today from our fearless leader Beth of designPost Interiors was a project with something found in nature.   We recently went on a quick day trip to one of our favorite spots in Oklahoma.  Through the day while hiking, swimming, and exploring, we picked up a few rocks that caught our eye.  I love using natural elements for accessories in my home, and knew they would be a fun mementos from our day.     When thinking about today's project, those rocks came to mind.  Long necklaces, especially if they include a tassel, are so hot right now!  I decided to try to use one of our souvenier rocks to make into a piece of jewelry. Now, I'm the first to admit, I'm no jewelry making pro.  This project involved some trial and error.  And, now that it's done, there are a few things I would do differently next time (I'll share those at the end of the tutorial).  However, overall...