NEW XTRA LONG SHOWER CURTAIN (made a little shorter)!

Posted by Lori~

I had all these plans to make my white shower curtain longer, but honestly it never happened.  And then, Mur-man spilled medicine all over it (that would not come out).  Time for a new curtain.

I emailed my good friend and WOM-MOM follower Reagen for shower curtain advice.  I wanted an extra long shower curtain that would fit well into my current bathroom.

She emailed back with several options, but I landed on this one (plus it was on sale!):

Shower curtain found here.

It arrived in the mail and I immediately hung it.  The problem was, it was too long.  In my quick thinking I didn't even measure the space to ensure that 96 inches would fit and it didn't.  It was roughly 10 inches too long.

Thank goodness my Mom (crafty G-Ma) was in town.  She helped me shorten it.

We didn't want to cut the shower curtain (it was better to not have a raw edge), but instead we were able to double-fold it twice and sew along both seams.
 

You can't even tell that it has been shortened.  I totally love it!

The best part is that it is still extra-long!  Thank you Reagen for your awesome shopping skills!  Just under $24.00 for a shower curtain was perfect (and I received free shipping)!  PERFECTION!  

Now I need to finish up the bathroom by painting, creating a window roman shade, and so much more!  More updates to come!

CAULK HELL!

Posted by Lori~

I don't know about you, but nothing is worse than a caulk job.  My tile shower is still looking really good with the exception of where the tile meets the tub.

It was looking rusty, mildewy, and YUCKY!

Before applying the caulk, I cleaned the area and the line really good with a magic eraser.  I then waited 30 minutes to let the area dry.

And, why do I call it caulk hell you ask?  This is where it all really started....

First up, I grabbed my Kwik Seal Tub and Tile Adhesive Caulk to find out it was completely dried out!

Then I tried yet another tube of caulk and it came out sticky and more puddy-like.  I attempted to apply it to the tile; however, it was more glue-like and would not spread at all.

The third tube must work...right?  Well, it did.  It came out smooth and was "easier" to apply.  It's never easy.  I would squeeze a little along the tub line and then use my finger and a cup of water to smooth it out. 

It looks SO MUCH BETTER!

Even though the tub looked good, my shoes didn't look good because they had caulk all over them!  Luckily it "mostly" came off!

LEGO TRAY (and a little Easter Recap)

Posted by Lori~

I am under the weather and honestly not feeling well.  Our plans for Easter fell through, because I was not up for traveling.  I am feeling a little better, and spent most of the weekend in bed.  

Prior to the weekend, I had started on an Easter project for Mur-Man and my nephews.  I wanted to create an under-the-couch Lego tray.  I think they turned out great.

The project started at a book sale at my little city, ND college.  They had frames for sale for $1.00!  I snagged three!

I removed the prints and purchased foam-core at Wal-Mart for $1.50/sheet. Three frames required three sheets of foam-core.  I attached the frames to the foam-core using wood glue.

I purchased the Lego building plates at yoyo.com.  Overall, they were the most affordable option with the smaller blue/green plates selling for $5.00/plate.

I did purchase vinyl letters for the trays.  I purchased them from a local printing shop for $3.00/tray.

Using wood glue and scissors, I was able to cut the Lego plate to fit and attach it to the foam-core.

I did test-out the plates to ensure they were spaced properly.

Mur-man received his tray Easter morning.  By the way, this is Max our new Goldendoodle.  He has a haircut scheduled Tuesday!  We are in LOVE!

Mur-Man is also using his Lego Drawer!  It works slick and can roll in and out of his room (easy to put away)!

Mur-Man also got Walkie-Talkies for Easter.  We have tried them out.  Mur-Man's call sign is Cosmo, Steve is Bubba, and I am Bahama Mamma (love it)!

 

Steve freaked me out today by sporting a stache!  Totally creapy!  It lasted roughly two hours and I am happy to report--it is gone!  THANK GOD!

 

For Easter Dinner, Steve made me Pioneer Woman Prime Rib.  It was DELICIOUS! 

UPHOLSTERED HEADBOARD

Posted by Lori~

I have been staring at the blank knee wall above my bed for years.  We had to go with a platform bed for our story in a half bedroom because we couldn't quite squeeze a box spring up the stairs and into the space.

As a result, we purchased an IKEA platform bed without a headboard.  

I really wanted to attempt to make an upholstered headboard, but the tufting made me nervous.  That was until I saw this tutorial that had zero tufting.  PERFECTION!

My inspiration photo from Thrifty Decor Chick.

The process was easy and super affordable.  You will need a piece of plywood (to fit), a foam mattress pad, a sheet (or other piece of fabric that will not be seen), a staple gun (with staples), decorator fabric (or other fabric--you choose (I went with upholstery fabric, because I liked the pattern and it was on sale)), and keyhole hangers.

You will want to cut your mattress pad to fit.  I ended up piecing a section together.  You will use a double layer of mattress pad with the bumpy side together.  Using a sheet (or other piece of fabric), pulling tightly, staple the fabric to the plywood.  This will secure the mattress pad to the plywood.

I did go back and hammer in the staples to ensure that they were secure.  Mur-Man helped out with the hammering.

The next step is to staple the decorator fabric to the board--pulling tightly as you go.  

I secured the corners like I was wrapping a package, pulling tightly.  In addition, I did cut away excess fabric within the fold to make the corner flatter.  

 

Steve attached keyhole hangers to the back of the headboard.  We chose this hanger option, because we wanted the headboard to attach flat to the wall.

Honestly, the hardest part of the project was attaching the headboard to the wall (getting the nails into the keyhole hangers), but eventually they lined up.

I love it!  I love the contrast with the white bed frame.  

Steve loves the headboard too.  We especially love that the pillows can no longer fall behind the bed.  Next up, throw pillows!  I am on that already and cannot wait to reveal!

Here is the cost breakdown on this project:

Plywood:  $17.00

Foam Mattress Pad:  $11.00

Twin Sheet:  $1.50 (purchased at a thrift store)

Upholstery Fabric:  $17.00 (2 yards on sale)

Staple Gun/Staples:  Already in my tool supply

Keyhole Hanger:  $2.00

Total:  $48.50

LEGO DRAWER

Posted by Lori~

Remember here, when I showed you how I created under bed drawer storage for Mur-Man.  I walked you through the instructions and process.

I was back at it again, but this time I wanted to create a Lego storage drawer for Mur-Man.  Instead of using fabric for the inside of the drawer, I used Lego magazine pages.  Honestly Modge Podge works fabulously on magazine paper.  Because I already had the Lego magazines, this project cost me $3.00 AGAIN!  So thrifty!

Mur-Man's favorite part was loading the drawer up with his Legos!

The drawer fits perfectly under the bed (with side by side storage). 

Mur-Man and Roger all snuggled in!