Make It Monday! Handmade Aprons

I recently finished a couple of aprons for a sweet gal I met thru our community garage sale. We chit chatted about decorating, and found out we have a lot of the same interests. I love it when you meet someone that shares a similar passion. Anyway, I finally delivered her aprons this past week, and snapped a few photos to share with all of you. Thoughts???

XO

SHS

Make It Monday! A little thank you

I wanted to give my mom a little "thank you" for watching Mr. Jackson while my husband and I went on a date this weekend. She is in the process of getting her yard pulled together, so I thought flowers and herbs would be the perfect little gift. I picked up some cosmos, an orange flower I don't know the name of, and rosemary. I didn't want to present it to her in Home Depot bags, or the plastic containers they come in, so I came up with this. The container is a cheese box that was stained and lined with a neutral fabric. I added the flowers, and topped it all off with spanish moss, and a little note with Jackson's pic saying thank you. What do you think? She was pretty happy with it, and I am too!xo

SHS

Make It Monday!

I found this image via sfgirlbybay, I love it! I have a couple of old shoe forms, and haven't been able to find the right use for them. Now I know. My necklaces currently hang on hooks behind the closet door... BORING! This DIY projects looks easy enough don't ya think??

Happy Monday!

XO SHS

Make It Monday... Bath Salts

I've been working on a little something. It looks like this, but different packaging. Pics to come soon. If you would like DIY bath salts, this recipe is a good place to start. Have fun, and stay tuned for my little project. XOXO SHS!

image and recipe via Martha Stewart

Make It Monday!

Happy Monday! Today, I thought I would post a couple of images of some projects I have in the works. Hopefully, next Monday I will have the finished images to share. Now let's just hope my little guy takes some good naps so I can work on all my tasks.

XO

SHS

Make It Monday

Happy Monday all! How was your weekend? Mine as usual went by way too fast! But, I did find this new blog that I love. Dana, the author of House Tweaking, made this incredible headboard! Isn't that awesome! She refers to it as the "love" headboard! Check her tutorial out here.

xo

SHS

Make it Monday!

Happy Monday y'all! For today's post, I thought I'd show a few items that I've created and refurbished!

The sign that you see in the background was a collaboration between me and my momma about 6 years ago. We just used some good ol items for the Home Depot, framed it out, painted, sanded, and painted some more. It is one of my favorite pieces.

The two chairs that are pictured were picked up at our local GW (goodwill), and were recovered and repainted with a rustic finish.

And finally, that knit cable throw. That is my latest gift from my sweet mother in law. I had been ooh and ahhing over cable knits I had scene in Pottery Barn and West Elm, so my dear MIL decided to whip one up for me.

Well, that is for today's Make It Monday. Hope you go out and make something special of your very own.

Here is a before of those chairs. Yikes, right???

XO

SHS

Make It Monday...Handmade Bibs!

Is it just me, or are there no cute bibs out there? I decided to make my own a few weeks back after being frustrated with what stores like Target offer. I know they aren't designer quality, but at least they are void of goofy animals and quotes like "Mommy's Big Boy!"

XO

SHS!

Make It Monday!

I found this post over at Remodelista, and got so giddy! I know I could make my own set of shelving just like the one below. Matter of fact, when we were at the pumpkin patch this weekend there were stacks of pallets just sittin' there waiting for me to take them home. I am going back there today to ask if I can either purchase, or have them (fingers crossed). I think the shelves would go perfect in my little Jax's playroom. Such a simple idea- stacked pallets securely attached together- and jelly roll pans for drawers! What do you think?

Want to learn more? Just click here.

Happy Monday.

XO
SHS

Make It Monday! !

Halloween is just around the corner and even though my little one is just shy of 6 months, we still plan to put him in the stroller and walk around just a bit. Originally I planned to have him wear a fleece outfit I picked up at Target. It's cute enough, but definitely not as cute as this...

I just love this little masked owl costume! I found it over at Martha-what a great Make It Monday idea. If you are interested click here to follow the step by step tutorial. I'm really leaning towards trying my hand with this costume. Pics to follow if I do give it a shot!

XO
SHS

Make It Monday

This DIY chandelier is just up my alley. I found these images over the weekend via Kiss The Bride blog and would love to make something similar. The lowdown on these mason jar, reclaimed wood and sailor rope chandeliers can be found here . Make sure to check out this site for additional photos of this wedding and additional DIY projects this bride incorporated into her awesome day. I am adding this project to my to do list ASAP!

Happy Monday!

XO
SHS

New Year, New Me!

Well hello friends. It's been a while hasn't it. I had every intention of blogging on the 1st day of January, but obviously that didn't work out too well. So here I am a little more than a week late, but nonetheless I'm here.


For the return of Make It Monday I decided to post on baby projects because as you know I am expecting a little one in three short months. My mom and I will putting together the room in the coming weeks- before and after photos to follow.


Here are a few sewing projects I will be sure to make as soon as I find the perfect fabric.

Love this Amy Butler baby bag pattern.

and this hooded towel. Plus her fabric is just too cute.

I have an old dresser that is currently being redone and will perfectly fit this changing station.

and when I'm on the go I'm sure to not leave home without one of these changing pads.

and finally I've heard babies love a snuggler.

Well, I will be hunting for fabric this week and then the sewing craze will begin.

Wishing you a wonderful day.

XO
SHS

Make It Monday! Homemade Business Cards

Hellooooo Friends!

What a busy weekend I had! Now it's Monday, and I am busy-busy trying to put together lots of new bracelets for a small show I am doing in my area. I don't have a business card as of yet, and I don't want to spend the money to have them professionally done. So... I created my own this weekend.

Here is a pic of the front and back of the card~

a close-up of the front~

and, a close-up of the back~

I know they aren't perfect, but I think they will work out just fine for now. Have any of you created your own business cards? I'd love to see them if you have!

XO
SHS

Make It Monday... Potting Bench!

Happy Monday!

I thought I would share a photo of my potting bench that I found at the local GW for $10! My husband doesn't really think it's much of a find, but I am very happy with it! It has come in very handy the past couple of weeks when planting my herbs and lavender.

Here is my potting bench...

this potting bench belongs to blogger Lovely Morning... she also scored a find!

these are miscellaneous potting benches to inspire..

Photo Courtesy Cooking Light

Photo Courtesy House to Home

Photo Courtesy Southern Living

XO
SHS

Make It Monday - Outdoor Napping... Yes Please!

I have an antique iron headboard that has been sitting in the backyard for quite some time. I painted it a cream color and have left it sitting in the elements in hopes that it would rust and wear naturally. That isn't happening so I think I will force the process with some good old fashioned paint remover.

Anyway, I would love to have a frame built for it and turn it into an outdoor bed. Maybe something like this...

Photo courtesy of Sunset Magazine

or this little spot the boys at Barn House created on their property!

Do you have an outdoor napping spot???? Do you want one now???

XO
SHS

Make It Monday! ~~~~Herbal Steam~~~~

So I still have a few more days of work to do on my outdoor dining area / patio... My husband and I worked our patooties off this weekend, but everything seemed to go wrong. Our measurements were off on our curtain rods, the pergola cover was too short, the rain got to the chairs I just re-covered, but despite all of it I am still happy with the results and looking forward to posting pics.

In addition to the patio, I worked a little on my small but very special herb garden I am attempting to grow. Searching for ways to use all the herbs I hope to grow, I ran across this DIY Herbal Facial Steam recipe courtesy Miss Martha!

Herbal Steam Tools:

1/3 cup dried lavender blossoms1/3 cup dried calendula blossoms 4 to 5 drops geranium essential oil (Pelargonium graveolens)

Herbal Steam How-To:

1. Add dried lavender and calendula (plus any additional herbs of your choice) to a large French press or teapot. Pour 2 cups of boiling water over the herbs and steep for about 10 minutes.
2. When the herbs are finished steeping, fill a clean bathroom sink halfway with very hot water. Pull up a chair that will allow you to hang your head over the basin, about 6 to 8 inches from the water. Press or strain the herbs, then add the herbal infusion to the water. Add geranium essential oil.
3. Drape a large bath towel over your head and shoulders to create a "tent" over the sink and steam your face and neck for 3 to 5 minutes. If the water cools, add hot water as needed to produce more steam.
4. After steaming, splash your face and neck with lukewarm water and pat dry with a clean, fluffy towel.
5. All skin types, especially mature skin, will benefit from a post-steam facial massage to keep skin moist and soft. Simply apply a few drops of a light oil (such as avocado or apricot kernel) to your fingers, then gently massage your forehead, cheeks, chin, and neck using small, inward circles.

XO
SHS

PS Photos Courtesy of MarthaStewart.com