Giving Thanks for the Kids...

As I am still running around like a turkey with my head cut off I realized I will not only be entertaining adults this thanksgiving, but a few kids as well. As a child I remember being seated at the kids table and being served thanksgiving dinner every year. Wanting to sit next to my mom at the adult table because of how pretty it was always set up.  This year the kids table will be the envy of all adults attending dinner at my house. My brain is telling me if I build it, they will come. Meaning if I load the kids with fun crafts upon crafts they may stay entertained though out dinner. Allowing the children to decorate their own place-mats with crayons is always a fun idea. I love the idea of allowing the children to build the Mayflower from felt sheets, and paper pilgrims will definitely be a show stopper. If you are entertaining kids that are a little older in age, the paper "Thankful" tree is a great centerpiece as well as conversation piece. Blank leaves on the tree for them to write what they are thankful for is a way to get everyone involved in the Thanksgiving spirit. 

Images Courtesy of: Its Written on the Walls, DTE, Kitchen Daily, Pepper Design

Some Tuesday Morning Cute..... Bleached Pillows

I love all things pillows. Of course you all should know this about me by now. These pillows we created by Amanda over at Burlap and Denim and they have made my "I just love theses list." Amanda gave these pottery barn denim pillow covers a face lift with an stencil, a little bit of bleach, and lots of creativity. This best part of it all, is she show us step by step how she achieved the look. This project seems simple enough to tackle in an afternoon. Click here to enjoy this fun tutorial and create your own Bleached out denim pillow covers. 

Images Courtesy of: Burlap and Denim

Add Glitz to your table this Thanksgiving....

With Thanksgiving just a few weeks away the lovely Erinn Valencich over at HGTV shares a few designer tips for adding a little glitz to your Thanksgiving table decor this year. Erinn shows us how to mix natural elements with metallic painted fixtures to create a table setting your guest are bound to love. The use of fresh fruit and dried tree branches along side metallic colors, glass and ceramic fixtures help to create a contrast that will make for a great decor combination for you Thanksgiving feast. 

How To Save Money On Energy Coast This Winter....

If you are looking for ways to cut energy coast this winter all while keeping your home warm and cozy, Real Simple has some great tips and tricks on how save money on winterizing your home. The average American spends close to an arm and leg on energy bills on a yearly basis. These tips will help to make  your home more energy efficient and your wallet a little heavier this winter. 

Images Courtesy of: Real Simple

Decorative Pumpkins.....

With Halloween just a few weeks away I am not looking forward to carving pumpkins after last years fiasco. I will be the first to say that I am not a pumpkin carver by far. I ran across these cool pumpkin crafts while waiting in line at the grocery store. I could not wait to get home to get the how-to's from  CountryLiving.com. These fun filled crafts require little to no carving and are full of creativity. My favorites just happen to be the one's that require NO carving at all. I can't wait to get my hands on some  cool prints to wrap my pumpkins in this year. Happy Crafting everybody. 

Images Courtesy of : Country Living

Thrift Store Finds.....

I've been on the hunt for a new headboard for months now. When I finally decided to make my own I ran across this gem. I stopped over at Habitat for Humanity looking for some side table that would work with my design scheme on another project, and low and behold the design Gods we shinning down on me. This queen size headboard was priced at $25.00 and I was not about to let it pass me bye. I'm so excited to get started working on it. A little TLC is all this headboard needs and I'm ready to nurture it. Headboard make over take one.  There are plenty of unseen treasures at your local thrift store. If you are a DIYer like myself take some time to shop your local stores before diving into your next project. You might find it a little more satisfying doing the work yourself and a bit more budget friendly by going the thrift store route.

And We have A Winner.....

And we have a winner people. But before I start the drum roll I would like to thank everyone who entered my From the Heart Giveaway you guys are the best. It's so hard to just pick one Winner so I let my son pull the name out of the hat. Drum Roll Pleeeeeeeeeeease............

A Big Congratulations goes out to Nikki you are the lucky winner of this fabulous giveaway. Please email your mailing information over to mydesign80@GMail.com and I will get your gift to you asap. Thanks again to everyone who entered or spread the word about the giveaway. Be on the look out for the launch of  My Designs 80 on Etsy coming next week. I can wait to give you guys a sneak peek of my shop. Yayyyyy!