Front Entry

I wasn't wanting to change my entry way.

I thought it looked fine. Nothing to be wowed about, but it was good.

Then I saw this Pin, which I had already showed you but here it is again!

LOVE these mirrors from Ballard, but Hello, the price tag was nearly $500 for all 4 mirrors to be shipped to me.

So I searched desperately online to see if I could fine a cheaper version.

I FINALLY found some at Target.com that were actually very similar just not as big as the Ballard mirrors. AND, they only cost me $25!!! 

A freakin' steal!

But wouldn't you know it, they were all sold out online.

So I just wanted to see if my local store carried them. I called and they said they were out of stock there but they could check other surrounding stores in my area.

They found FOUR at a store only about 4 miles down the road, so I put them all on hold and went that afternoon to pick them up.

So this is the before (during valentines day):

I took everything down and cut out wrapping paper the exact size of the frames.

Then I measured that the hanging brackets were 7" down on both sides of the mirrors so I used some tacks and a string to hang a level (I used a level to make sure I was right on) string across the papers.

A 1/2 inch in and 7 inches down was where my nails needed to be to hang the frames.

Then I just nailed my nails in right over the wrapping paper.

Then I just pulled my string and tacks out and pulled the paper off right over the nails and then hung up my mirrors. It took a little extra time to do this but not once did I have to take a nail out and move it 1 centimeter this way or that way! It was better for me in the long run since I did this project by myself and didn't have anyone standing back and saying "yup, looks straight"

So, here is my finished project for hanging the mirrors:

I am going to hang wreaths like the one in the pin that I found my inspiration for this.

 Globe, Free; Typewriter, Salvation Army $35; Apothecary jars, one from a yard sale for $5 one from Hob Lob on their 50% deal; Large silver bowl, thrift store find for $35; 'S' monogram, had for so i don't remember from where.

Decorating with White

I would say it's official

Dark, heavy colors and decor is OUT

White, light, colorful, simply is IN.

I remember going to the Parade of Homes 4 years ago and EVERY single home was painted with yellows, reds and browns, with dark heavy THICK wood. 

I would describe it as "Tuscan"

Now:

EVERYTHING is about White, light colors, simple lines, bright pops of colors.

I love that this new style is in. I am so much more happy with this current trend than the last one.

All these images are Via Pinterest

My Pinterest user name is camillas

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Now, I must say that is was 4 years ago that we built our home and what kinds of things do you think I picked out for my home. Brown cabinets and heavy stone for my fireplace, dark wood floors. It's not totally "Tuscan" but I do feel that I wish I could go back and changes things if I could.

Alphabet Walls

I love Alphabet Walls. I thinking about doing one in my Playroom when our basement is finished. 

If you are thinking of doing one here is some great inspiration!

There were so many more on Pinterest that I didn't get to post for you.

And be sure to go link up your favorite "Pin" on my Linky Party

I am doing the Handmade Gift Exchange over at Craftaholics Anonymous. I'm doing it for my first time and I'm pretty excited.

AND...I will be having a Giveaway coming up soon!

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Guest Post - JandJ Home

Hi, I'm here from JandJHome and am so excited to be guest posting here at First Lady of the House. This is my first time Guest Posting and I couldn't be more thrilled than to start here. I fell in love with Camilla's header the day I saw it and was so honored the day she featured my bench.  I love a great DIY project, crafts, and fixing up my house and have found so much in common with Camilla. 

I decided to start my blog while searching for inspiration to fix up my family room.  One secret corner that I {forgot} to post was the end of my couch.  I had this leather bin from Target full of magazines for a while.  I bought this tray to place on the ottoman when guests come over to watch a game, you know, for chips, dip, etc. One day, it found a home on top of the bin and hence, my end table. 

The red you see there are some leftover Christmas presents.  Yes, I realize it's March, I'm working on it.

Here's a peak inside. 

A couple of weeks ago, my friend gifted me some really cool mid century pieces. I fell in love with this table and knew the perfect spot for it. I kept the accessories simple, with this round vase from Goodwill and some magazines.  

I'm loving my new look.

This blog swap was such a great idea and I'm so glad I was able to 'meet' you all. I'd love for you to stop by JandJHome and check out all my projects! I love making new friends! Thanks Camilla!

{Vintage} Suitcases as Decor

I need to find me a few vintage suitcases to decorate with.

Joys of Home

Dream Home

Apartment Therapy

 Green Eco Service

Syd & Harper

Spring Centerpieces

Time for some fun centerpieces now that it's almost spring time!

I tried to find natural looking stuff, but wanted to stay away from fresh flower stuff because...come on, let's be honest, NO ONE has $ to keep buying fresh flowers to keep up a cute centerpiece.

Terrarium, not much up keep.

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Lemon Tree (fake of course, I saw this in a friends home, it was very cute) 

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Anything moss covered.

 

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I think this is so simple and cute! And Gerber Daisy's come in every color under the sun.

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I LOVE anything to do with cherries, cherry blossoms, etc.

I know that this centerpiece looks like it's for a wedding/party, but I LOVE it so much.

I love the square vase inside the square wreath!!

Wall Inspiration

 I'm always looking for new inspiration for how to decorate my walls. I need to do a better job and these look so simple and fun.