Archive for May 2012
simple wreath tutorial…
Every time I’m in a craft store I pass by the aisle with the styrofoam wreaths and tell myself that someday I’ll attempt one. Well that day came yesterday. I put together a very simple wreath from a couple supplies. Even though I love my glue gun I only used upholstery tacks to put it…
Read Moreroyal design studios giveaway…
Last week I showed you how I transformed my wall with this incredible stencil from Royal Design Studios. Would you like to do it as well? Royal Design Studios has offered one reader here at No. 29 Design a stencil of their own, $50 or less with free shipping included! Here’s what you need to…
Read Morewhat do i do with this?
When I went to check out The Shops at Target a while back I had one item in mind that I wanted. I loved the look of this birdhouse from Privet House. It is a beautiful decorative piece and I always gravitate towards birdhouses and birds anyways. I love the architectural aspect of it. It…
Read Morethe barn door is officially done…
Including a barn door in my basement was really high on my wish list. During the process I was hoping to have it in another space, the door leading to the utility/storage area. This didn’t work out because of the baseboard heating on either side of the doorway. There wouldn’t be room for the door…
Read Morefridge coasters giveaway winner
Congratulations to … Mary M. the winner of the Fridge Coaster Giveaway. Thank you to everyone who entered.
Read Morea sofa makeover…
When we were married almost 15 years ago one of the first items of furniture we bought was a sofa. It was a comfortable leather sofa that you could just sink into. We chose a sleeper sofa for the occasional overnight guest. It was big, heavy and perfect, at least then is was. Today, not…
Read MoreWall stencil tutorial…
When we sectioned off our old family room into an office/guest room we created a new wall and hallway. It is a good sized hallway which will eventually fit a random piece of furniture. More on that later. The wall is visible when you come down the stairs from the foyer. It is the first…
Read Morethe real reason i put up board & batten…
I did not put it up because it adds architectural interest to blank walls. It had nothing to do with the fact that the tall section of white board & batten make my 7 foot ceilings feel taller. I also did not choose to do board & batten because I had been “pinning” rooms for…
Read Moreinterior design for your fridge…
I did something huge the other day. I cleaned out my fridge. This does not happen all that often, but I had a great reason. I was given the chance to try a product called Fridge Coasters. Fridge Coasters are beautifully designed, super absorbent “liners” that fit inside every refrigerator no matter what type you own.…
Read Moremy "it's not a poppy" laundry room art
I explained the other day my dilemma with my laundry room mood board. The fabric I fell in love with is now discontinued so I decided to try and recreate it myself. Then I made a trip to the Container Store and plans changed once again. I found these… Decor Screen Panels that are meant…
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