handmade | upcycling

Pair of Peacocks

So the guest bedroom has languished. We tested 5 shades of green till we were finally satisfied and got the room painted, but we stalled after that on furniture and style. I believe I've found my muse. I ordered this pair of peacock wall hangings to build the rest of the room around. I'm not sure yet if I'll leave them black or paint them a new color. I found them in the Etsy shop of The White Pepper which specializes in Mid-Century Modern and other vintage goods.

Birdie garland tutorial

I'm digging this cute birdie garland tutorial over at A Little Glass Box. A little chipboard and scrap paper never looked so good. I'm seeing lots of garland decor lately for all seasons instead of just Christmas.

Heres my favorite bunny garland of the moment. I think this would be a fun craft to do with kids if you're afraid of dyeing eggs. Not afraid of the eggs so much as the kids dyeing the carpet, the walls, each other's hair ...