Finally: Under-the-Sofa Storage!
Posted by Erin | Filed under Design Tips, Inspiration, Musings, Solutions
I’m one of those compulsive organizers that hates to see space go un-used and wasted. Naturally, when I spotted this genius idea on Apartment Therapy, I leaped for joy. Finally – a use for that weird, dust-bunny-collecting space underneath every sofa in my home!
By simply adding casters to a pre-formed countertop, you can create a handy games/craft surface for your kids! Let the puzzle-piecing, paper-glueing and go-fishing commence, and when your little one is finished having the time of their life? Roll it away – hidden and out of sight.
Genius idea, right?!
Photo: 2012 IKEA catalog
Tags: diy, diy idea, living room, organization, storage
A DIY Dixie Cup Garland
Posted by Erin | Filed under Design Tips, Inspiration, Musings
I have such fond memories of dixie cups from my days of Sunday school, childhood “picnics” and toothbrush gargling as a kid. And I suppose somewhere down the line, I completely forget they existed… until now.
Blogger Rhi adapted this idea from a Good Housekeeping magazine a few years ago, putting a lovely pastel spin on the project by creating scrapbook paper covers for each cup. After stringing a strand of Christmas lights through the cups, an instant party staple is born!
I love the look and think it would be equally stunning hanging from a fireplace, kid’s bedroom or quiet office corner all year long. So sweet, yes?
[Image Credits: Jenna McKenzie for The Loveliest Day]
What about you? Do you tend to utilize party decor throughout the year, or are they one-hit wonders in your home?
Tags: diy idea, diy-project, party decor, party idea
