Easy Window Treatment

Just showing you a lil' tip for a super easy window treatment today. This small window is in our bathroom and I wanted to make it a lil' different. So I decided to go to the garage and get a 1X12 piece of wood and cut it to size. I made myself a simple pattern on a piece of cardboard for the curved front but you could also leave it straight or add some embellishment on the bottom. I simply spray painted it, sanded, and glazed it with some antiquing gel. I thought I would give it a personal touch and put our monogram on it - I'm kind of into that right now. I simply hemmed the bottom of a piece of material and stapled it to the inside of the box. At the bottom of the window for privacy is a pair of small bi fold shutters that were given to me by my dear friend, Vicki. Nothing a lil' spray paint couldn't fix and some whitewash. Here is a list of things you will need if you want to try this yourself - It's so easy!

*1X12 or smaller piece of pine
*Handsaw or jigsaw
*measuring tape
*"L" brackets for mounting
*Drill or screwdriver
*Paint of your choice
*Some pretty material
*Sewing Machine or Needle & Thread
*Staple Gun or Hot Glue Gun

This entire project was completed in about 2 hours and that included "watching the paint dry". Have fun "making your home your own"! Cathy Cobblestone

Just FRAME it!

Well this lil' post is for a dear friend of mine. We were talking in the shop today about how to "beef up" the look of a smaller wreath she was admiring. I told her to simply "FRAME IT". It is a simple, inexpensive solution to give a wreath, a small photo or anything you wish to accent more presence. Plus it just makes it a lil' more special, wouldn't you agree?

I happened upon this old frame a couple of years ago and it had this great distressed finish on it. I initially was going to paint it but just didn't have the heart to alter its rustic charm. I placed my twiggy wreath in the middle and have been happy with it ever since.

So, go frame it. Happy creating! Cathy Cobblestone

I love my New Topiary

Well everybody has something they "love" when it comes to decorating - well, guess what mine is - Topiaries. I think the thing I like the most about them is how they fit into so many decorating styles. Since they have classic clean lines, they are the perfect compliment to french country, modern, shabby sheek and cottage designs. Really, you just can't go wrong with them. So I thought I'd show you my newest one -it is simple green moss on an egg shape form placed proudly in a distressed urn. You can easily make one of your own with just some sheet moss, a Styrofoam form, some hot glue and you are good to go. Happy creating!! Cathy Cobblestone

Pretty Pansies Are READY!

For those of you itching to get your hands dirty - here is your chance! I brought out our pansies from the greenhouse today - I couldn't hardly wait!! Instant HAPPINESS! They are just starting to open and will be bursting with color in just a few days - and I think we will be alright as far as the weather is concerned. Pansies are pretty tough, you know. Just thought I'd let you know they are awaiting their new home - in YOUR beautiful garden. Happy Planting! Cathy Cobblestone

Feeling Blessed Today

Sometimes I forget just how truly blessed I am. I am 36 years old and I have all four of my sweet grandparents - close by and so close to my heart. Today my mamaw, Cleo, handed me two of her lil' yo-yo T-towels she makes. She tells me "I've been fightin' that old "Arthur" in my hands, and the towels are not perfect," but I let her know they ARE perfect to me 'cause she made them. Even though she wants me to sell the t-towels, it becomes harder to part with them the older she and I both get. I'm just feeling really blessed today because I have such an incredible family and I thank them all for their love, support, and shared talent.

Happy Easter from my Lil' Man

My Sweet Lil' Casen and some eggs we colored wishing you ALL a beautiful and BLESSED Easter and Everyday!!

HAPPY EASTER EVERYBODY!

Wishing you all a beautiful and blessed Easter weekend! Enjoy your family, the deeeelicious food, the egg hunts, THE CHOCOLATE, but most of all, remember the true meaning of the Easter Season, HIM. God Bless you All!
Cathy Cobblestone