Today

Today it may be raining, but that doesn't mean we can't still have fun!

Here are some things that have already brightened my day...

* Moments remembered ... This is how I want to remember my wedding day.

* Inspiration ... I am writing my resume and personal statement for a job today. This is motivating.

* Home organization for two ... I love this idea for my fiancee. He always forgets when things are and looses his keys. ;)

* Bring on the Show with two of Hollywood's sexy men ... I don't know if this will be good, but I am willing to give it a try. ;)

* The Spirit of Love ... These photos are so precious!

I Heart this light

This would go great with our guest bedroom duvet set.

I Heart these sheets

Pottery Barn is selling Dr. Seuss bedding! It features illustrations of Yertle the Turtle, the Cat in the Hat, Horton and Sam-I-Am.

I know that this is advertised for kids, but I want it!!!!

Magnetic Chalkboard Mirror

How adorable is this? I would love to try this project with my boyfriend. Found on Design* Sponge.

Materials:

-Vintage (or new, depending on your desire) frame or mirror
-Thin piece of steel
-Primer
-Chalkboard Paint
-Spray adhesive
-Spray or regular paint for the frame

1. The mirror was disassembled and the mirror and backing board were saved

2. The mirror that was in the original frame was used as a template in order to draw the shape needed for the sheet metal, Easyboard, and spacing/backing cardboard. All items were cut out of the original stock. The sheet metal was cut with aviation snips, the Eashboard and cardboard were cut out with a carpet knife.

**if you’re not experienced or uncomfortable with cutting metal, please pick up a sheet of metal and have it cut to size at your local hardware store, or hire an affordable handyman on craigslist to do the cutting for you**

**alternatively: if you’d rather not deal with metal and don’t plan on hanging heavy items on the board, you can simply paint or spray the original frame/mirror with chalkboard paint and skip this step.**

3. The sheet metal was adhered to the Easyboard using the spray adhesive. A coating was applied to both surfaces in order to get a good lamination and then a large piece of plywood with cinderblocks were put on it in order to press them together for several hours.

4. The sheet metal surface was re-cleaned and then sprayed with a couple of coats of primer.

5. The sheet metal was then sprayed with the chalkboard paint.

6. The frame was cleaned and sprayed with the spray paint using numerous coats in order to get a complete coverage.

7. After the paint was dried, the frame was sprayed with clear coat in order to obtain a shiny, clean, hard surface for the frame.

8. After the frame dried completely the assembly took place first installing the metallic laminated chalkboard, then a cardboard spacer, and then the original backing was re-installed using the original screws and staples.

Fun Finds

Anthropologie has some neat stuff to help give your home a makeover without having to spend tons of money.

Some of my Urban Favs

Phone Booth Aquarium

Isn't this a great idea for an Aquarium. I would love to put one of these in my home someday. (Maybe in the basement.)

Weddings can be fun and relaxed

I found this story on A Cup of Jo and Smitten.

When middle-school sweethearts KC and Sara decided to get married, they wanted to express their love and creativity. For their save-the-date, this couple photographed themselves lying on grass, printed their wedding date on the suitcase, and sent out the photo as postcards. Next, the couple attached a funny personal photo to street signs leading the way to the ceremony. "We then attached a bunch of white balloons to each sign," says Sara, "so that it looks like I’m holding them." The wedding programs were made into fans for the outdoor ceremony. The favors were jars of peach salsa. The couple printed their silhouettes onto craft paper, which were attached to each jar with twine.

5 Home Habits That Save $$$ from Apartment Therapy

Cooking at Home: To save the most, cut back on ordering in or going out to eat. For tips on home cooking, recipes, and advice, check out our sister site, the Kitchn. Just to get you started, we're linking to a few of their ideas for cooking at home on a budget:
• Recipes for Vegetarians (and Vegans Too)
• More With Less: Frugal and Budget Cooking
• Cupboard Challenges (working with what you've got)
• Cheap Wines for Tough Times
• Could You Eat on $25 a Week?

Repurposing and Reusing: Before you buy something new, try "shopping" within your own home. Look for items that could have a second life as something else. For instance, Rachel transformed this tea tray into a magnetic board for her kitchen. For a few repurposing ideas from AT, see these posts:
• 20 Ways to Reuse from AT:Chicago
• House Tour: Rachel's Repurposed Mid-Century Place
• Recycline: 10 Best Ways to Reuse an Empty Plastic Bottle
• 10 Upcycled Uses for Old Things
• Creative Reuse: Best of 2008

Cleaning and Organizing: A chaotic, messy apartment is loaded with spending traps. You're more likely to overspend when you can't find something, you have no clean laundry, or you just feel depressed about your home. Before you throw any cash at the problem, start with a clean slate. You'll probably find that what you really need is less, not more. A few starting points from AT:
• Cleaning & Organizing Tip: Start with the Bedroom
• 4 Steps for a Successful Closet Cleanse: S.H.E.D.
• Tips, Tricks, and Tools: AT Cleans it All
• Can Cleaning Your House Change Your Mood?
• Clip File: 8 Great Cleaning How-To's

Thrifting and Scavenging: You know those people who always have a story to tell about how they scored an Eames chair on Craigslist for $20 or a set of antique silver at a garage sale for pocket change? You could be that person; it just takes a little effort and training. Begin your education in thrifting by reading these posts:
• How To: Restore Thrift Store Furniture
• How To: Collect Quality Furniture When You Don't Have Much Money
• Flea Market Shopping with Eddie Ross
• Craigslist Buying and Selling Etiquette
• Clip File: 10 Thrifty Tips

Sewing: We learned the basics of sewing in our Girl Scout Troop, and those skills have paid off much more than the training we used to earn our horseback riding or campfire badges. With our very basic abilities, we've made everything from bedspreads to curtains to pillowcases, saving lots of money in the process. Our advice to learning a new craft is to start small and work your way up. Here are a few basic how-to's to begin:
• How To: Sew An Envelope Pillowcase
• How To: Make a Simple Bed Skirt
• How To: Sew Lined Curtains
• How To: Make Your Own Cloth Napkins
• How To: Luxe Faux Fur Throw

Bathroom Art

Try sprucing up your bathroom with your favorite photos or art work.

Shed some lights on the holiday

Bunk beds get a makeover

This idea for a child's bedroom/playroom is just up my alley. I love movies and would love doing this kind of theme.

Stolen from Creative Girl INc

This is the room dreams are made of. I only wish I had a house right now. LOL

I love how clean and inviting this room is. It makes me want to curl up and read a good book. :)