Design Your Revolution

Let's Get Crafty: Gold Leaf Goodness

2012-10-23T10:07:00.002-07:00

Who doesn't want a cute set of gold leaf paper mache bowels displayed in their home? Well, Kelly Murray, illustrator and designer from California, shares my top DIY for the week. HERE is the tutorial. -Callie

The Great Outdoors: My Precious Autumn

2012-10-19T06:24:00.001-07:00

A little outdoor inspiration from my Pinterest series, My Precious Autumn. -Callie

Yummy: Pumpkin Spice Donuts

2012-10-18T06:25:00.002-07:00

When I found this yummy recipe on Roost for pumpkin spice cinnamon donuts I just had to share! They are a perfect treat on a chilly day and something that would be fun to make for a little get together with friends. -Callie

Happiness: Travel

2012-05-16T10:22:00.001-07:00

I recently went away for a beach vacation with my 16 month old and had an adventure. A little travel always does a body good. Here's a little inspiration for you via Pinterest. Doesn't it make you want to go somewhere fun in the sun? -Callie

Freshen Up With: Painted Pots

2012-05-03T09:55:00.001-07:00

This simply and cheap project is one of my favorite ways to freshen up your plants home. It instantly transforms your store-bought pot into your own one-of-a-kind design. Here's how to do it. -Callie

Happiness: Electric Bloom

2012-05-02T09:57:00.000-07:00

via fellow fellow.

Let's Get Crafty: Painted Jars

2012-04-30T07:28:00.000-07:00

I am so excited to share this easy and CHEAP DIY from Diary of A Mod Housewife. With a little paint and some glass jars (think pickle, jam, mayo jars), you have instant color for a small bouquet of flowers. I also love how the shape of the jar is accented, creating texture to the design. Easy peasy -Callie

Happiness: Rosewater & Dark Chocolate

2012-04-25T07:18:00.000-07:00

via Sweetapolita.

This Just In: Oh Joy! Teaspoon Set

2012-04-20T08:13:00.001-07:00

I love these teaspoons created by the one and only Joy Deangdeelert Cho of Oh Joy!. Pre-order now from Leif to be delivered in May. These would be fun for an ice cream party or a decorative element in the kitchen. My favorite is the citron color! -Callie

Yummy: Beautiful Layers {Veggie Burger}

2012-04-19T07:05:00.000-07:00

If the photography isn't enough, the recipe from V.K. REES Photography looks mouth watering. Veggie burgers are my go-to dinner meal and really easy to make. The flavor with the avocado and onion is a great combination, too. Once again, loving the colors in this burger and finding inspiration in each and every layer for my home (red onion for a wall color!). -Callie

Blog Bling: Pretty Patterns

2012-04-18T08:25:00.000-07:00

One of my favorite blogs, Creature Comforts, has some great patterns to use for blog backgrounds, desktops or wherever you want to get creative. These are my favorites but check out her blog post for more! -Callie

Rainbow Chaser: Neon Yellow

2012-04-17T06:23:00.000-07:00

After seeing this bright pantry door on Willow Decor, I am inspired to paint my own pantry door. Check out the gray cabinets and marble countertop - perfect color combination for the kitchen. Happy Rainbow Chasing! -Callie

Happy Friday + Relaxing Under The Sun

2012-04-13T06:39:00.002-07:00

I don't know about you, but I am glad it's Friday. This week has been a long one filled with all things baby! My little girl is almost 16 months (how the time flies). We have been having so much fun exploring in the garden, going to the park and smelling flowers (she also tries to eat them!).

I leave you with this photo of what I'll be doing this weekend - sneaking in a sun-filled and much needed nap like this lovely lady via Pinterest. Happy Friday my lovely readers. -Callie

The Pinterest Series: Black & White

2012-04-12T07:00:00.003-07:00

I think black is my favorite accent for the home. In fact, I know it is. I love it against a white wall or as a simple cocktail dress. Here are my favorite Pinterest photos that have just that. -Callie

Rainbow Chaser: Green & Florals

2012-04-11T12:51:00.001-07:00

via Luxe + Lillies.

Let's Get Crafty: Dip Dye

2012-04-09T07:25:00.000-07:00

When I saw these on Martha Stewart, I had to share. What an easy way to update baskets in your home. I'm thinking of doing my laundry basket in hot pink! -Callie

Happiness: Words of Wisdom

2012-04-04T18:26:00.000-07:00

Source: instagr.am via Ez on Pinterest

Freshen Up With: Bright Accessories

2012-04-03T07:06:00.001-07:00

I love the bright yellow tape dispenser and scissors from The Future Perfect. Perfect little pop of color...
-Callie

Rainbow Chaser: Color Pops + Happy Monday

2012-04-02T06:26:00.002-07:00

I am back from my week off and loving the spring weather here. Lots of inspiration around me for design ideas. All of my flowers are popping up through the soil and, soon, the colors will be abound. I am starting off Monday morning with one of my favorite categories, Rainbow Chaser.

The photograph via Rise & Shine shows how white is really the perfect canvas for bright colors. Seen here in the chairs, light fixtures and pillows, it inspires me to see the beauty in the little things. Even the small vase of flowers and trinkets on the dining table stand out. This is why I love white so much. Happy Monday and happy rainbow chasing! -Callie

Vacation: Staycation

2012-03-26T08:42:00.001-07:00

Happy Monday morning my lovely readers. I am going to be taking this week off and wanted to wish everyone a happy week. You ask where I am going? Well, I am doing a "staycation" where I putter around my house doing all of the things I never get a chance to do. I am also taking a vacation from the computer but I will be back with my daily posts a week from today! -Callie

p.s. Don't you love the photograph via Design Seeds?

Happy Friday + A Little Neon

2012-03-23T12:42:00.000-07:00

Happy Friday! The weather is gorgeous and I am looking forward to planting in my garden this weekend. I couldn't resist leaving you with this cute DIY from the one and only Martha Stewart. I love the neon thread wrapped around each egg - a mini piece of art for the home! -Callie

Happiness: The Mighty Ranunculus

2012-03-22T08:15:00.001-07:00

I am in awe of this photograph - one of my favorite blooms, the mighty ranunculus. Thank you Meadowbrook Farm. Happy Spring! -Callie

Rainbow Chaser: Confetti Napkins

2012-03-21T09:33:00.002-07:00

These colors remind me of candy and make me so happy. I love the gold spots. via Design Mom.
Happy DIY'ing! -Callie

The Pinterest Series: You've Got Style

2012-03-20T07:48:00.000-07:00

I love the scarf, don't you? -Callie

Yummy: Baked Raspberries

2012-03-19T08:12:00.001-07:00

I love raspberries and the idea of a baked pancake using these sweet little morsels. HERE is the recipe. I think this would be delicious using blueberries, too! -Callie