DIY – Braving Balance

Entertaining Essentials: Place Cards

A Thanksgiving table isn’t complete without seating arrangements! Now this may be a little silly, yes, but a gold embossed place-card adds a touch of elegance and avoids the inevitable, “um where should I sit?!?” Spending a few extra minutes ahead of time can save your guests from the awkward moment as well as takeContinue reading “Entertaining Essentials: Place Cards”

Fall Floral Monogram

This little DIY was inspired by the fake flowers at JoAnne fabrics being on sale! I had gotten these paper mache letters from JoAnne’s a while back in our monogram to do something with- (I think at that time I was leaning towards sticking some light bulbs in them to do a light up monogram-Continue reading “Fall Floral Monogram”

Embossing

I love the uniqueness of some homemade stationary! When I saw this kiss stamp at my favorite paper store, I knew just what I wanted to do with it! The key to good stationary is the quality of the paper; so I also picked up some flat cards and my favorite “paper bag” brown envelopeContinue reading “Embossing”

Agate Gold Leaf Coasters

I’ve been seeing coasters like this around on various blogs and home sites, but they cost a pretty-penny (like this set of two for $140- get outta here). I’ve heard about gold leafing, seen various sets etc. while perusing the craft store aisles, but never tried it before. Amazon has lots of options for agateContinue reading “Agate Gold Leaf Coasters”

DIY: Nautical Knot Napkin Rings

I had some trim left from when I had made my nautical vase and was wondering what to do with it. With home-ownership on the horizon, I’ve been dreaming of table-scapes and thought a napkin ring would be nice! You will need: some rope trim, about 2 yards to make 8 rings (I used thisContinue reading “DIY: Nautical Knot Napkin Rings”

DIY: Gilded Bobby Pins

This was a fun little craft I did over the weekend. I had been at the craft store picking up some essentials to wrap a gift, when I wandered through the aisles. I found these little golden studs in the “iron-on” section, and picked ’em up thinking I may embellish a headband or something. WhenContinue reading “DIY: Gilded Bobby Pins”

DIY: Nautical Rope Vase

Remember a few weeks ago when I did that spray painted vase? Well, as I mentioned, one of them had gotten botched. I just put it aside and figured, eh, I’ll eventually figure out what to do with it. Post our beach vaycay to the FL Keys- I’ve been feeling quite nauty (get it..?!) andContinue reading “DIY: Nautical Rope Vase”

DIY: Gilded Vase

I’ve been feeling a bit crafty lately. And with summer in full bloom, what better to tackle then a gilded vase! I was inspired by a Pintrest pin, the lovely flowers i saw at whole foods, and the recent glassware sale at hobby lobby (50% off, yes please). You’ll need: A good gold metallic sprayContinue reading “DIY: Gilded Vase”