Jewelry Pieces And Accessories For Your Pinup Wardrobe

Posted on 25 September 2015

The 1950s era will always be remembered for the pinup girls that it created. Marilyn Monroe, Jayne Mansfield, and Betty Paige inspired the look of pin ups, with flouncy dresses, lace accessories, and complimentary jewelry. Though it is no longer the 1950s, the pin up style has flourished, with many women using pin up dress in their everyday life or for special occasions. If you prefer 1950s pin up style dresses, consider a few accessories and jewelry pieces that you should add to your collection. [Read More]

Buying Used Musical Instruments: What To Watch Out For

Posted on 26 August 2015

Buying a musical instrument for school or pleasure can be expensive. Many people choose to buy used instruments, including guitars, pianos, clarinets, and even trumpets to help offset the cost. Before you buy any instrument used, make sure you are getting something worth buying. Here are things to look out for when buying used musical instruments. Major dents, scratches, or missing pieces Most used musical instruments will have some cosmetic flaws, including worn out parts in the finish where fingers have rubbed away an instrument's shine. [Read More]

Making Metal Wind Chimes From Silverware

Posted on 12 August 2015

If you have just purchased a new set of silverware, and you are not planning on using your older set as utensils any longer, a fun way to repurpose the pieces is by making wind chimes for your porch. Many people enjoy the sound of metal on metal, as it is a pleasing tone that is not too loud when smaller pieces are used. Here are some instructions you can use to make your very own metal silverware wind chimes. [Read More]

Color-Coordinated Spa Gift Basket Ideas

Posted on 27 July 2015

One way to design a spa gift basket for a friend or loved one is by color coordinating it. Matching gift items packed into a reusable basket will create a charming, eye-pleasing present for any occasion. Begin the basket-making process by deciding on a color theme. As one approach, pick a soothing, spa-inspired shade such as calming lavender, fresh green or relaxing light blue.  Here are some ideas for designing a color-coordinated spa gift basket: [Read More]

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Shopping for New Furniture

My sweet husband and I are building a large addition onto our home. While the construction process takes place, we’re also enjoying shopping for some beautiful furniture to fill our new space with. I absolutely adore shopping for desks, sofas, bar stools, and chaise lounges at local furniture stores. Do you desperately need to fill up a new home with furniture? Consider visiting several furniture stores in your area on the same day. Take notes at each retail outlet you shop at. You might even wish to make pictures of items you’re particularly interested in. On this blog, I hope you will discover valuable tips to help you select furniture you’ll want to cherish for a lifetime. Enjoy!

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