Monday, September 30, 2013

blue and white diys...

 My friend Jennifer is having a blue and white party,
I'm sharing these favorite blue and white diy ideas to add timeless style to your home... 

Paint...a lamp base, or Chippendale chair.


Paper or paint...the back of a bookcase.


HGTV
Sew...a pillow or Reupholster...an ottoman

Windsor Smith

Paint...a couple of mats blue


Stencil...stripes or squares



Stop by Jennifer's Bash and check out the inspiration...



Sunday, September 29, 2013

diy confetti vase and the winners...

It was a beautiful fall weekend in Denver, we went to an evening wedding in the
 mountains, it was absolutely gorgeous and freezing nippy! I also found time for a simple and     inexpensive diy to use for a fall vignette on our coffee table, our leaves are slowly turning. 
My confetti vase was inspired by interior designer, Kelly Wearstler. I fell in love
budget doesn't include 14K Gold accessories, so I went for the next best thing - a diy!
I put my own spin on it, and tried a vase instead of a bowl.
     

Here's Kelly's bowl...isn't it gorgeous? 
/

I started with a large clear vase I purchased at Goodwill for $4, gave it a quick coat of
 Rustoleum white semi-gloss spray paint. For the gold confetti I used a package of metallic
gold sequins ($1.20) cut to my preferred size, I trimmed the round edges and cut the
 remaining square into quarters. Perfectly imperfect is the goal, no measuring required.
I adhered them to the vase with Loc-Tite Super Glue Gel in a random pattern.
(I tried my hot glue gun first but it left small visible bumps under the confetti.) 


 I spied this pretty gold peacock while thrifting and liked the vintage, formal look
combined with the modern vase. Remember the Nate Berkus tray I found at Goodwill
awhile back, I've been waiting to pull it out, I thought fall when I first saw it. The masculine
 vibe keeps the mix interesting, I love the over sized metal accents around the side.   


you're in for inspiration overload for sure!
~ October 1st ~

Thank you for all the thoughtful wishes and wonderful response to the giveaways
 last week! I'll give the winners until Wednesday to contact me with their email before
 choosing new winners.  

TUESDAY'S WINNER

Julie D. - her favorite junk food is red licorice! 
I need your email address, please.

WEDNESDAY'S WINNER

slo - her favorite time of day is early morning, nothing more beautiful than a sunrise!
I need your email address, please 

THURSDAY'S WINNER

Susan - My husband and I have a standing Saturday night dinner date. We have a
fav restaurant we go to. This way we get a chance to talk and reconnect with one another.

FRIDAY'S (not so random) WINNER
I was touched by Rebecca's generosity in her comment below.
 Rebecca you won TWO, one for you and one for the person in need. :)
I need your email address, please.  


Rebecca said...
WOW! They all should be very proud! Love it that the entire school participated in this. Great kids! I live in ne colorado a few miles from hwy 34 where the river crosses near Greeley. We were not effected by the flooding, but it is devastating to see it first hand. If you pick my name on any day I know a man I will give my target gift card to.

Thursday, September 26, 2013

birthday giveaway & we're on good morning america!


Yes, it's day four of the giveaway for another $25 gift card of your choice, but first...

Our community is all abuzz and thrilled for our neighborhood high school. They put together
 this AMAZING lip dub video of Katy Perry's ROAR, it's gone viral and a clip will be shown
 on Good Morning America on Friday! They were trying to win a concert by Katy Perry at
 school, but it's gone crazy and now they're hoping for a much larger venue with all proceeds
 benefiting the flood victims. It includes all 2,000 students and was done in a single take!
 Detail Boy doesn't go to school here, but we have a lot of friends that do and Mr. Simple is
 a coach here. Check it out, the Lakewood High School Tigers will make you SMILE!


Back to the giveaway...

What: A thank you GIVEAWAY for Simple Details' 2nd Birthday
When: Tuesday AND  Wednesday AND Thursday AND Friday!! 

If you missed day one go here to catch up.

The thank you...a $25 gift card of your choice to:
Pottery Barn, World Market, Ikea, Target, TJ Maxx/Homegoods, West Elm or
Anthropologie

One will be given away each day to randomly chosen winner.
Just leave a separate comment answering a fun question each day.

***If you're a friend or reader that has trouble leaving a comment***
please email me at pzundel22@gmail.com to be included in the giveaway

Today's question: What did you think of the video? :)

All winners to be announced on Sunday, September 29th! 

Good luck and thank you!
XOXO ~ Pam

Wednesday, September 25, 2013

birthday giveaway...day three


just for you...


What: A thank you GIVEAWAY for Simple Details' 2nd Birthday
When: Tuesday AND  Wednesday AND Thursday AND Friday!! 

If you missed day one go here to catch up.

The thank you...a $25 gift card of your choice to:
Pottery Barn, World Market, Ikea, Target, TJ Maxx/Homegoods, West Elm or
Anthropologie

One will be given away each day to randomly chosen winner.
Just leave a separate comment answering a fun question each day.

***If you're a friend or reader that has trouble leaving a comment***
please email me at pzundel22@gmail.com to be included in the giveaway

Today's question:  How often do you go out for dinner?
Me:
 We've had a tradition of going out every Friday night for as long as I can remember, 
and usually a couple other times a month in addition. 
And, it's NEVER a quick easy decision,
 as we pull out of the driveway we're still negotiating and debating!

I forgot to let you know, all winners to be announced on Sunday, September 29th! 

Good luck and thank you!
XOXO ~ Pam
  

Tuesday, September 24, 2013

birthday giveaway...day two


Come join the party!

I loved checking out your favorite junk food ~ I'm in good company, a lot of you have
a thing for licorice and chips, too! 


What: A thank you GIVEAWAY for Simple Details' 2nd Birthday
When: Tuesday AND  Wednesday AND Thursday AND Friday!! 

If you missed day one go here to catch up.

The thank you...a $25 gift card of your choice to:
Pottery Barn, World Market, Ikea, Target, TJ Maxx/Homegoods, West Elm or
Anthropologie

One will be given away each day to randomly chosen winner.
Just leave a separate comment answering a fun question each day.

***If you're a friend or reader that has trouble leaving a comment***
please email me at pzundel22@gmail.com to be included in the giveaway

Today's question:  What is your favorite time of day?
Mine:
 An early morning run or walk or bedtime! :) 

Good luck and thank you!
XOXO ~ Pam

Monday, September 23, 2013

a birthday giveaway...


You're invited:


What: A thank you GIVEAWAY for Simple Details' 2nd Birthday
When: Tuesday AND  Wednesday AND Thursday AND Friday!! 

Two years ago this week I officially became a blogger with my first post on Simple Details.
It was a huge step for me, I knew I could share some ideas, but I was so intimidated by the
 thought of the technology, I had no clue what I was doing, how it worked or even how
 to download photos onto my computer! If you can believe it, I was still taking my media
 card to Costco to have reprints made. So, for two years I read blogs taking it all in before
 finally starting mine at the urging of Mr. Simple & Detail Boy. My advice...just do it! 

I wouldn't have ever dreamed that I'd have enough to chat about for 472 posts, that I'd have
 blogging friends throughout the country that I can text or call to share a great find from
  Craigslist, or that I'd have readers that stop by my little piece of the www every
 day. It's crazy and wonderful, and still blows me away, I'm beyond grateful for all of you
and the joy this adventure brings me! 

The thank you...a $25 gift card of your choice to:
Pottery Barn, World Market, Ikea, Target, TJ Maxx/Homegoods, West Elm or
Anthropologie

One will be given away each day to randomly chosen winner.
Just leave a separate comment answering a fun question each day.

***If you're a friend or reader that has trouble leaving a comment***
please email me at pzundel22@gmail.com to be included in the giveaway

Today's question:  What is your favorite junk food?

I usually have a stash of one of these in my car:
Hot Tamales, Red or Black Licorice, Salt & Vinegar Potato Chips 

Good luck and thank you!
XOXO ~ Pam


  
       

Sunday, September 22, 2013

homecoming 2013...

We had a fun weekend celebrating and participating in our first high school homecoming!
Bittersweet...of course it's exciting seeing them growing into their own person, but it
goes by way too fast and makes me so sad to think we only have a few years left of these
memorable high school events. I remember these two in the same kindergarten class like
 it was yesterday, she's that sweet girl any mom would approve of. :)  



Thank goodness for wrist corsages. I was telling him how lucky they are they don't have
to pin them on the girl's dress anymore, while the parents watched, and then the mom
would jump in and offer to help, rescuing everyone from the totally awkward situation. 
Being a boy mom I thought I was going to miss out on the You Tube Videos,
 but we took advantage and learned how to tie a bow tie.  


After getting together for pictures they went to dinner at Macaroni Grill, and then to the dance
 at school. I love that they're comfortable going as a big group of friends, and you don't have
 to have a date.  


I'm thankful for such a wonderful group of kids, and
I'm thankful they're not old enough to drive yet and had to be chauffeured around! :)


Be sure to stop by tomorrow for a surprise ~ hint, hint, it's a birthday giveaway!

Thursday, September 19, 2013

card catalog crushing...

While I was perusing Pinterest researching at our local library for this post I realized
how badly I need a card catalog. I was so mistaken, thinking they were a touch to
 'country' to fit in with my style. Check out the versatility of the card catalog.

This room had me crushing hard and inspired the research...    

junkgardengirl.com
 gallery.me.com
 firsthome.tumblr.com
 dearinspirationblog.blogspot.com
 Shanni Weilert
 London Paint & Wallcovering
 Pinterest via Beverly Kennedy
 Lucy Fenton
 twotwentyone.net
 Studio 193
 Pinterest via Callie Curran Morrell

If you're crushing and you happen to be in the Denver area I spied this one
on Craigslist for $200 - Metal - 33 x 18
I haven't shopped around for them yet, so I'm not sure if this is a good price or not.
If you're in the know tell us about it in the comments.


Have a fabulous weekend, friends!
We have fun homecoming festivities to keep us busy this weekend,
which includes a Friday night football game and a perfect fall forecast!
I'm breaking out my boots and a sweater! :)


Tuesday, September 17, 2013

new home for my ikea hack...

Do you remember my Vitsjo Table Ikea hack I did a couple months ago?
I loved it, but a friend of mine is a designer for Calico Home and suggested it would
work well in her client's home, I thought it would be fun to show you the delightful room 
where it ended up...


Their early 1930's home exudes charm... 



Their new sofa was delivered today, so we thought the timing would be ideal for our
 delivery. The gold accent is a nice compliment to the blue, and I love the playful
 modern pattern paired with the traditional chair. I need something with that on it!


The pillows hadn't been decided upon yet, so we were playing with options.


A cozy reading corner on the opposite side of the room. 
Their sweet black lab, Hazel, got a treat or two for being the perfect accessory!

   
All upholstered pieces and fabric are custom design from Calico Home in Denver. 
Thank you so much Wylly and Diana for let me share your lovely home and work! 

Monday, September 16, 2013

diy upholstered console tables...

Have you noticed the upholstered furniture trend, just today I saw another amazing
piece and I'm thinking I have the perfect spot for one.
 Another diy to add to my list...

1212Decor.com 
 Emily @ Recently 
House to Home 
Etsy - livenUPdesign
addison-design.biz

Kristin @ Bliss at Home
drexelheritage.com

They're all beautiful,
 but I'm smitten with the idea of an unexpected bold pattern,
how about you?


Thursday, September 12, 2013

crock pot berry cobbler...

YUM!!!
The cool weather finally hit this week, and always puts me in the mood for baking. I made
 one of my favorite fall cookie recipes yesterday, and planned on sharing, but between
 making a couple 'thank-you' deliveries of cookies, and my boys inhaling them straight from
 the cooling rack, I had nothing to photograph!

I was reading my friend Leslie's blog the other day, she'd made a raspberry cobbler that
 looked delicious, and left me craving one. I found this on Pinterest and was intrigued by
making it in the crock pot, want our review?

Recipe here

Warm, sweet, delicious and so SIMPLE!
It was a coincidence, I happened to have the exact mixed frozen berries she used
 from Costco (we use them for smoothies) so that's how I decided on this recipe, and
of course, her pretty styling and photography.
 It's the perfect recipe to add to your collection for entertaining, the kind you can
make ahead and put in the crock pot to 'bake' for a couple hours until you're
ready to serve dessert. We liked it warm with a scoop of vanilla ice cream.
It would be a fun change to bring to an event or potluck, it stayed warm for
quite awhile.

ENJOY!!

On a more serious note, you've probably seen on the news that we've been hit with
 damaging floods throughout our state, including the metro area, and drier conditions aren't
 in the forecast until the weekend. Our area hasn't experienced anything other than heavy,
rains, but my thoughts and prayers are with everyone dealing with the loss and damage
 to their homes and property.
  

diy awning tutorial...

Thanks for all the awning love everyone! :)
If you're not into DIY details, and just want pretty pictures check out the awning reveal.
It's rained for three days and it's working just like an awning should!
 I always hold my breath with diy projects like that, never knowing for certain how
they'll perform in the end. This is totally off subject, but that reminded me...remember last
 March when I painted my bathroom fixtures and shower surround - they are still holding
 up perfectly after six months. I'll let you know on the awning.


Step 1 - Frame
Find a student enrolled in a welding course to construct a frame for you, if they happen
 to be your awesome neighbor that's best! They're easy to find, check out this article from
 The Denver Post, 'Welding is the new hot course on campus.'  
I played around with cardboard and duct tape to construct a mock up to determine
 the right size. You'll want to consider the width, drop and projection.
Mine measured 64" W x 13" D x 18" P
Our trim above the door dictated our measurements, if given a choice I would
have chosen a longer drop. My 'awning prototype' post shows several examples of
different styles.


 We purchased Weldable Square Steel Tubing from Lowes here.
I went on vacation and left the rest to the pro and he constructed it to the specifications of the
 mock up and also painted it for me, a great idea, it's dirty, and you'll be handling it a lot.
Our size required 4 - 6' pieces @  $22 ea. = $88

Step 2 - Fabric Cover
I purchased 2 yards of a classic black and white stripe outdoor fabric.
Use the frame to make a pattern for the end pieces, add 1/2" seam allowance to all the edges
before cutting your fabric. Line your pattern up with the edge of the stripes, your seam
 allowance should extend past the edge of the stripe. Measure for the additional length of your
 awning that will fall below the frame. I chose 8", but it will vary depending on the size and
 scale you like. Cut two, one for each end. 




I'm sorry I didn't take a picture of measuring for the main piece of fabric, but it's super easy, 
 the width of your frame + 1" for seam allowance X the height of your frame + the 
amount of fabric you want to fall below the frame, again I chose 8" + 1" seam allowance.
Mine looked like this:
64" + 1" =  65 " Wide   X   22" + 8" + 1" = 31" Height  

Next we'll sew the end pieces onto the main piece of fabric, with right sides together
pin and sew. I didn't sew all the way down to the bottom edge, I wanted to make
sure I got a good fit with the corners first. I found it easiest to bring the frame in and 
put it on the counter, I put the cover over it and ended up  tweaking it a bit, I took it in
 about a 1/4 " at a time until I liked the fit. Then sewed down the entire length of it. 
After you have your fit finalized press all seams down on the front and back side of your 
fabric to insure professional looking seams.  



Step 3 - Mounting the Frame

 Before mounting the frame against our house I secured several pieces of 3/4" velcro along the
top edge, front edge and ends of the frame, as well as the fabric, measuring to be sure
 they match up.


We used three large bolts to secure the frame to our house, first drilling three holes into the
steel tubing frame and then aligning pilot holes on the house trim for the bolts. 



Step 4 - Tweak!
Secure the fabric to the velcro and tweak away, the velcro allows for some flexiblility as far as
adjusting, but unfortunately they'll all probably be a bit different at this point. I opted for a
looser more relaxed look in the end leaving a little slack in mine. It helped with the buckling
 you see at the corners. 



Hope you're inspired to find a teenager with some welding skills and give it a try!
Thanks, J ~ I couldn't have done it without you!  




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