other projects

DIY Chalkboard Jewellery Organizer

Posted by on Dec 19, 2012 in Blog, jewelry, other projects | 0 comments

Everyone can use a little help with organizing. This was a simple DIY project that I made for the accessory lovers in my life. An up-cycled cupboard door was easily transformed using mismatched porcelain and brass knobs found at the Habitat for Humanity Re-Store. With a touch of leftover paint and hot glue these cast offs became a handy jewellery organizer with a message board to leave reminders and notes of inspiration. I had a light wooden box which fit perfectly in the recess of the door, making  perfect catchall for little pins and hair barretts. A small canvas from the craft store recovered in scrap fabric was perfect spot for keeping earrings safely paired....

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Murals

Posted by on Apr 28, 2008 in Blog, other projects | 0 comments

Will’s room…it’s a jungle in there! This project was about 40 hours of work while 7 months pregnant…nesting at it’s finest! The design includes monkeys, zebras and a blue sky ceiling full of fluffy clouds.  And if you’re wondering if the second baby got a room to match…no! The boys will share this room when they are old...

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Trees grow with some imagination

Posted by on Apr 28, 2008 in Blog, other projects | 0 comments

I had a fun opportunity to get creative when Dusty requested a tree for her daughters’ room.  The tree turned out to be a perfect swinging spot for their fairy doll! As the Mom of two boys, I’m always happy to take on a commission for feminine artwork. Pinks and purples were the order for this ensemble of natural images to decorate a special girl’s room.

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