All Wrapped Up for Spring!

I just love this time of year....Spring! The days are getting longer, the kids are getting outside more, the sun seems to make everyone you meet in an upbeat mood. In honour of this wonderful time of year, I wanted to create a springlike table setting using things I already had around the house....My inspiration came from a roll of wrapping paper . Yup, you read right....wrapping paper! :) I used it as a table cover. It 's a great, inexpensive way to add color to your table. Also, you can't beat the clean up!! Hope you enjoy it....Happy Spring!!

Here are the items from around the house that I used for my table setting.....

I rolled out the giftwrap and added some shimmery placemats...before adding the dishes, candles, flowers etc...

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I have entered this contest. I have chosen to feature my favorite room....my coastal family room!! If I can make it to the top 10, it will be judged by a panel and could be chosen to be featured on cityline tv!! That would be amazing ! Please drop by and take a look....if you like it, I'd really appreciate your vote :) Don't forget....you are entered to win a prize just for voting and registering requires only a name and email address....so simple!!

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Simple Boys Room Ideas...

I redid my 8 year olds bedroom a few months back. He wanted an Indiana Jones "adventure" feel. I'm not really into "character" decorating, so I decided to opt for a more classic approach. I didn't have a big budget for this update.....here are some of the changes I made....

1. The furniture was "hand me downs" from my older brother (over 30 years old!) Cost: free!!

2. I was struggling to find a bedside table to match the height of the captains bed. I decided that an old trunk I had, turned on it's side would be perfect ! Cost:free!!

3. I wanted to create a focal point behind the bed. I bought a bamboo blind ($10) removed the hardware, & attached it to the wall with 2 nails. I added a print ($25) to create further interest.

4. I added a new duvet cover set( $39), rug ($17) curtains ($35)

5. A few new accessories were added.

Voila....an adventure room that my son loves, on a budget that doesn't break the bank!!

i think it's time to give this blogging thing a try.....

I've come across so many wonderful blogs sharing so many wonderful ideas, that I've decided to try it out myself :) This is uncharted territory for me and I hope to learn alot on the way! Please join me on my journey......