Tuesday, May 29, 2012

Painted pillow


I figured since my last few stenciling projects turned out okay, I would try some more.
This time I chose a pillow. I am kind of into pillows lately, since I have done several of them in the past few months. :)
This was super easy, really.


I picked up a Martha Stewart Stencil kit, green paint & a roller from Michaels.
The stencil kit came with several other stencils, which I can't wait to use.

My friend Marissa @ Rae Gun Ramblings shared this awesome tutorial on how to recover a pillow, so I tried it out for myself.


First, I cut my fabric for the pillow cover.
I used the pillow I was recovering as my size guide.


I taped the stencil to the fabric, and lightly painted.
With stenciling, always remember that less is more. :)
After it dried, I ironed over the stencil to make it set.
Yep, it's really that easy. Why have I not stenciled more until now??


I stitched my fabric pieces together & created this cover.


And there you have it!
An easy way to freshen up an old pillow & add color to any space.

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Tuesday's Blog Hop {co-host}

Welcome to Tuesday's Blog Hop - Let's Have Fun #3!!

Your Host:

This Week's Co-Hosts:
Lolly Jane

For those of you who do not know what Bloglovin' is...
You use Bloglovin' to follow your favorite blogs.
You get notified when your favorite blogs have written something new.  
Go and sign up to Bloglovin' so that you can join in this Bloglovin' Hop.

RULES:

1- Follow your hosts.  
They are the first 5 in the linky and they will follow you back.

2- Link up your Bloglovin' link (not your blog).
Please note that links that are not directed to Bloglovin' will be deleted.

3- Check out the other blogs on the list and follow some.

4- Grab the button below and place it somewhere on your blog.
This will help increase the success of the Blog Hop.
You can even Facebook or Tweet about it.
 
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HAVE FUN with the Blog Hop!

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Friday, May 25, 2012

Pinspired & Rewired #3 {winner}

Time to announce the winners from our Washi Tape challenge!
Thanks for the wonderful response to this months challenge!
It was so fun to check out all of your 'pinspired' projects.
Great job to everyone!  We had a hard time choosing three winners, but we finally narrowed it down. :)

And a very huge thanks to the amazing sponsor this month, GroopDealz!  
If you haven't already signed up for their newsletter to get all the awesome daily deals, you can do so here
Let's announce the winners already. :)

1st Place: 
$75 Target Gift Card--courtesy of GroopDealz
 
2nd Place: 
$50 Target Gift Card

3rd Place: 
$25 Target Gift Card

Congrats ladies!  You definitely deserve it!
Please contact Lindsay @ southernlovelyblog at gmail dot com
Make sure to come back next Friday when we reveal the theme for the month of June.




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What I Know--{Passionately Perfect}


Happy Friday to you all.  
Please welcome Sherika here today!


Hi Everybloggy! I'm Sherika over at Passionately Perfect!

I'm beyond excited to get to share today with all the wonderful Southern Lovely readers! 
When I first heard about the "What I Know" series I immediately knew I wanted to be a part and started going through my mental list of all the things I think I know! And since my husband tells me I think I know it all, it was a little more difficult than I thought. But, I thought about the one thing that I'm so passionate about that I never get tired of hearing, reading, or seeing! The one thing that kind of drives me. The thing that I feel comfortable and would talk about every minute of everyday...if my husband would listen!

 STYLE!

 I say style instead of fashion because to me fashion is a trend and style is a way of life! I know that style is something that comes from the inside out! Style is more than a pair of jeans, its about wearing the outfit and not letting the outfit wear you! Style is about doing what feels best for you and on you. Style follows to its own beat and doesn't conform to what is the "hottest" thing! Style has no budget, whether it's 99 cents or 99 dollars, you make it hot, not the dollar sign!

 I have always loved makeup, accessories, clothes and shoes...I LOVE shoes! When I was single I shopped probably almost every other day. YES, really! But after getting married and realizing my closet space got smaller and smaller, I had to figure out ways to make my dollar stretch and my closet stretch even more! Then, after having my sweet little Eden and becoming a SAHM, style started to become something that didn't come quite as easy! Not because my passion for it wasn't there, but because being everything else instead of the fabulous, stylish, shoe loving woman I am, came first! So I had to teach myself how to be that same person but in a more convenient way! So I started to search my closet for things I just absolutely in no way live without!

 How many of you have pieces in your closet you have been holding on to for years because you have convinced yourself that it will come back in style and you will wear it one day? I have been guilty of that, but I have found the cure!

 Here are ten pieces I think every woman should have in their wardrobe!
These pieces won't go "out of style" and they can be found at every price point and are so versatile!

 1.) Your most favorite pair of jeans!
 2.) Casual blazer
 3.) Neutral heels
 4.) White fitted tee
 5.) Statement piece/accessory
 6.) Cute flats
 7.) Pencil skirt
 8.) Jean jacket
 9.) Maxi dress
 10.) Purse (which should change depending on season!)

My pieces range every where from $2 to $60
 Here are 10 different ways to wear your 10 keys pieces!


 A few tips to staying fabulous!

 Know your body type! This makes shopping so much easier! Knowing your best and worst feature can ensure you FEEL and look your best!
**Remember heels compliment any silhouette**

 Follow the latest fashion colors and themes instead of pieces! My #1 style no-no is thinking all trends will work for everyone! I don't know who decides the latest fashion trends but they don't take into consideration age, or body type! But keeping up with the hottest season colors and themes will keep you up-to-date!

 Don't be afraid of COLOR!! Color can change your life, mood and any outfit! Don't be scared to step out your normal, boring color palette and take a risk!

 Photos don't tell lies....husbands do! If you're feeling insecure about your outfit a quick phone photo will show if your makeup is too light/dark, if your blouse is see through or if you really do look fat in those jeans!

 Lastly, remember you are beautiful because you are confident! Confidence is your best feature! I always say looking good makes you feel good, but feeling good makes you look even better!

 So go have fun with style! Make it your own! develop a style that speaks to you and makes you excited about getting dressed everyday! Even if you're just running to the store for milk!
Okay, I am heading to my closet after reading this.  Wasn't this awesome?!  Such useful tips.  And how adorable is Sherika??  She can rock anything it seems!  I know I am inspired!


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Wednesday, May 23, 2012

Show & Share #41


Well hello there!
Time for another round of creativity.
Thanks for making this so much fun!
Hope you are having a great week.

*Link to a specific post--not your home page, no giveaways, or no etsy shops

*Link something you've done in the last month
*Post my button on your blog (and follow me & my co-hosts, Marie & Jennifer)
*Visit & comment on at least TWO other links posted
*Come back to see if you've been featured!
Southern Lovely

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Tuesday, May 22, 2012

Pillow from {place mat}



One day as I was browsing through Target, I came across this adorable place mat. It was on clearance for under $3, so I knew I just had to pick it up. I wondered if it could be turned into a pillow, since the color would look awesome in my front room.
So I bought it, and here's what I did..



To make this pillow, you will need a sewing machine.
I folded the place mat in half, right sides together, then stitched all of the sides but one.



I pressed the seam open, then flipped it right-side out.
Next I stuffed it with Poly-Fil, making it nice & fluffy.



Then I stitched the open end closed.



Yeah, it's really that easy. :) Gotta love Target clearance section!
And I think it fits in well with the rest of my pillows.








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Monday, May 21, 2012

Print Runner {winner}

Time to announce the winner of the Print Runner giveaway,
thanks to all those who entered!

And the lucky reader who will receive 250 business cards from Print Runner is..

Congrats Brooke!  I will be contacting you soon!

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Show & Share #40 {features}


Happy Monday! 
Our teacher appreciation week starts today, so I feel like a busy bee getting little treats & gifts ready to go each night. :) 
Such a fun time of year though, with school ending & summer beginning. 

Check out these fantastic features!

 Sliding Barn Door TV Cover @ Kristen Duke Photography

 Painted Garage Door @ The Money Pit

Bench Re-do @ The Pinterest Project

Spring Display @ Simple Home Life

Decorating on a Budget @ Lolly Jane

Spring Party @ Craftionary

Teacher Appreciation gift @ Johnny in a Dress

Teacher Printable @ Mommy By Day Crafter By Night 

Felt Corsage @  Winthrop Chronicles

Grilled Chicken Salad @ It's Overflowing

Jello Oranges @ Happy Hour Projects

Snickerdoodle Cupcakes @ Life Made Simple

Strawberry Trifle @ Festive Party Ideas

Thanks for sharing here!
Southern Lovely
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