Grosgrain: October 2012

Get All My Posts Through Facebook

October 31, 2012

ALL MY FACEBOOK SUBSCRIBERS! If you want to get ALL my posts you must hover the mouse on the "Like" button near the name of my Facebook page. In the drop-down menu select "ADD TO INTEREST LISTS". Then you can create an interest list. When you select that interest list you will see all of my Grosgrain posts.

Facebook now makes page administrators to pay to promote their updates if we want our content to be seen by all of our fans. If we do not pay to promote our page posts, only about 10% of the fans receive the updates on the Facebook feed! I'm off to add all my favorite bloggers.......

Bada Bing Bada Boom. Done!

Glowing Rope Rug DIY

October 30, 2012

Is this not the coolest idea?! Think of all the other possibilities! Via Johanna Hyrkas. To make: Crochet around a rope light. To do this on your own I would recommend using spun wool roving like this, this or this. And cool to the touch LED rope lights like this. And use a skip knot (tying the fabric to your hook to begin), a chain (creating a ‘braid’), a slip stitch (pulling your hook through the stitch to join), and a single crochet (sc, the basic stitch in crochet). Keep the rope between the stitches. Get more instructions on how to make a rope rug from Upcycle Magazine. IE Keep in mind that rope lights are not made to be walked on so if you do this craft be sure that the rope light is ALWAYS in tact and no wires are exposed or simply use as decoration. Use at your own risk.

Source: heart-2-home.com via Valerie on Pinterest

Pretty Folding Chair DIY

Have a bunch of ugly old folding chairs. Use this tutorial by Design for Mankind to have pretty ones. I have a couple folding chairs in my sewing room that aren't helping to beautify the room. I might do this!

Win A Vintage Revival Bag from Fossil!

October 29, 2012

This is a Sponsored post written by me on behalf of Fossil for SocialSpark. All opinions are 100% mine.

Currently loving my new Vintage Revival Bag from Fossil! Crafted from hand-burnished Heirloom leather (their richest, most coveted leather to date), the Vintage Revival collection draws inspiration from the iconic vintage silhouettes and styling details of the past to create a timeless look that transcends the ages.
Comes in exotic crocodile-embossed leather, stunning giraffe-printed hair calf, and rich colors, such as spruce green and rust, that we're certain you'll adore.

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Their new, exclusive Heirloom variety exceeds all expectation with a stunning, variegated finish and a level of quality you just can’t grasp until you feel it for yourself. It's burnished, stitched, and finished by hand. High-quality leather with an incredible color that only gets richer with time.

Great addition for that fall wardrobe. Available in butterscotch, rust, pecan, spruce green, and giraffe hair calf.

Grosgrain is giving away a Vintage Revival handbag valued at $298 (winner will receive either the Vintage Revival Satchel or the Vintage Revival Flap handbag – selection will be random).

How To Enter:

Create a pin board on Pinterest of an outfit you’d pair with your Vintage Revival handbag. Include #FossilVintageRevival in your Pinterest Pin. Leave a message on this blog post sharing your Pin. You must share your pin in the comment in order to be eligible. And please remember to leave your email address when you enter so that you can be contacted.
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Hurricane Sandy is Coming....

Hurricane Sandy is coming! We're buckling down the hatches.

Make a fun stop motion gif image here.

DIY Custom iPhone Case (Great Christmas Idea)

October 26, 2012

Want a custom iPhone case for only $5? Via Crafty Endeavor. Just use a clear case and scrapbook paper. You could also add your monogram or name. Or print out a photo and place in the back. If you wanted the design to appear on the sides you could cut the paper with sides and modpodge it to the case. However you couldn't remove it later. But at $5 a case it wouldn't be big deal to repurchase. Might be a neat idea to make for friends as Christmas gifts! Get the link for the clear case on site.

Source: craftyendeavor.com via adriane on Pinterest

New Take on DIY Maternity Pants

October 24, 2012

A new take on the traditional DIY maternity pants via See Kate Sew. I like this version the most because it allows you to keep the button in front and the loops in the back!

Source: seekatesew.blogspot.com via Casey on Pinterest

Today's Threads

October 23, 2012

Today's Threads Past

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Sweater: Vintage Thrift

Blouse: Modcloth So Good to Be Spearmint Blouse
Modcloth $20 coupon code

Pants: Forever 21 Rose Zipped Skinny Twills

Shoes: Ann Taylor Loft T-Strap Teardrop Heel

DIY Murphy Bed for Office/Guest Room

Check out this DIY murphy bed (fold out of the wall type beds) plans via Ana White! Photos via Paper Cuts & Needle. Totally amazing for a office/guest room/all purpose room. I'd love to see one full sized too!

Source: ana-white.com via Stacey on Pinterest

Faux Wall Table

October 21, 2012

Want a wall table for your keys but don't want to spend the money on one? Or have a hallway that's just too narrow for a real table? Try using a floating shelf and painting a table underneath. Get the full tutorial via ideas.

Instagram Corn Maze!

Molly, Eloise, their Aunt Caren, Brian and I had a fantastic time at Cherry Crest Adventure Farms yesterday! I wish I would have gotten a picture of all the cars, it's a popular place in PA. One of their biggest draws is the 5 acre corn maze they cut out of the field. We've gone every year for the past four years and have never completed it. This year turned out to be different (see last photo when we reached the end)! Of course, in the past we've gone in the dark, when it's cold and that makes a big difference with the babies. Follow me on Instagram for more of my daily doings.

Paint Roller Faux Wallpaper (This is One to Bookmark!)

October 20, 2012

Oh my gosh! This is one of those amazing ideas where you wish you would have thought of it first. Paint roller faux wallpaper! Via The Painted House. I wonder if this could be done in bigger patterns with wider rolls? It would be easier than stenciling! Can also be used on fabric! Possibilities! I love the faux bois! MUST CHECK OUT VIDEOS BELOW!

There are two separate applicators for wallpaper and fabric and the rollers are sold separately but honestly, it's all still at a very nice price! For a wallpaper applicator it's $16.43 and a roller is $24.64. Still less than you would pay for stencils and they are easier to clean! The fabric applicator is $32.85. I can't wait to see future rolls! Check out the videos to see how it works! So easy it looks like magic!

Source: freshome.com via Amber on Pinterest

Primp & Prep Before You Party

October 19, 2012

This is a Sponsored post written by me on behalf of Hpnotiq for SocialSpark. All opinions are 100% mine.

Every once in a while I'll go out with my sister or friends downtown. This site, Primp & Prep would be great for those times. Also fabulous for bachelorette parties.

It's all about getting ready before hitting the town in style! hair down music up! This is the calm before you and your girls take the clubs by storm. Primp & Prep is an exclusive online site on Hpnotiq, one stop shop, where girls can go to get all of their beauty, fashion, style tips, gossip, music etc. before they hit the town for their girl's night out.

Find:
• Great at home cocktails and drink recipes.
• Style, fashion and beauty tips to look like your favorite fashion celebrities: Kelly Rowland, Blake Lively, etc.
• Primp & Prep includes a Pandora music player to listen to popular dance music to get you in the clubbing mood while your getting ready.
• AND if you're single the site features tips on how to catch the attention of the hottie across the bar , what to do / what not to do, etc.
My favorite part is the Pandora feature! It sets the mood for you without any music searching on your part! But I'm also a big fan of the cocktail recipes;) They're always fun!
Check it out for yourself.

You must be 21 years or older to drink alcoholic beverages and as always, please remember to drink responsibly

Lace Crowns

October 17, 2012

These adorable crowns are made of LACE! Would also make for beautiful photoshoot props.

Check out the tutorial at Joyfolie.

Source: joyfolieblog.com via Bethany on Pinterest

Ideas: DIY Best Friends Puzzle Piece Necklace

I have an awesome idea that I'm going to try when Christmas rolls around. I saw these puzzle piece necklaces via Wanelo and thought they'd make an excellent 'Advent Calendar' gift for the girls. This would also be a neat idea for a mother/daughter or best friends necklace. Here's HOW!

Materials
Modpodge Dimensional Magic
3 actual puzzle pieces one for each of my daughters (plastic pieces would be best but cardboard would also do)
A piece of paper with one long word like 'sisters' OR a photo of all three recipients in a group shot.
Glue
Necklace chain
Necklace jump rings

Instructions
1. Make a tiny hole in the corner of each puzzle piece large enough to fit a necklace jump ring through.
2. Create a design on paper with the word sisters OR print out a group photo of the people you are giving the necklace pieces to. Glue the paper too the puzzle pieces when they are connected.
3. Cut the paper around each puzzle shape. Separate puzzle pieces.
4. Then coat the top of each piece with the Dimensional Magic. To do this just squeeze the Dimensional Magic onto the surface of the piece and swirl around with tip. Be sure surface is smooth and thick. If you used a cardboard piece, wait under the top is dry and repeat on the back and sides. Let dry completely.
5. Add a jump ring through each of the holes you made. Then add a chain through the clasp.
6. When the pieces are connected you can see the word 'sisters' complete. If you used a group photo the whole photo will be complete when the pieces are put together.

Little Tykes Tacky Playhouse Flip

For a moment I thought the second photo was a high end wooden cottage but it's actually a tacky Little Tykes plastic playhouse repainted with spray paint. With some of the additional 'landscaping' they added this house could make it on HGTV;) Via littlebeemama.