10/14

winter white

Happy Fashion Friday!

Think that a white wardrobe has to end after labor day? No way Jose! As a matter of fact, white is my favorite wardrobe year round. Maybe not white jeans in the winter, but certainly white and off-white coats and sweaters – big fan! Looking forward to the change of season so that I can play with a change in wardrobe and pull out my winter whites 🙂

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{$168 at White House Black Market}

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{$98 at White House Black Market}

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{$138 Guess faux fur jacket at Nordstrom}

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{$158 Guess blazer at Nordstrom}

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{$348 Michael Kors tote from Neiman Marcus}

{images via White House Black Market, Neiman Marcus, Nordstrom}

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10/10

window display

Look at these gorgeous hanging antique window panes at weddings…omg! 

I am a Mrs. now, so I can just daydream about wedding decor. But, I can incorporate an antique window pane in my home. I have one I bought years ago at an antique market that we just hung on our wall. It has great potential and I’m so excited about it. The dilemma is what exactly I should do with it. Here are the projects I’m contemplating.

One large photo behind the window pane. I just love this idea…

Individual pictures in window pane. I really like the look of all black and white photos.

Wallpaper window pane

Leave it as is and just hang on the wall.

What’s your vote? Leave a comment for me, or send me a new idea.
a. One large photo in the window pane
b. Individual photos in the window pane
c. Decorative wallpaper in the window pane 
d. Leave the antique window pane as is 

If you’re really crafty {I think these projects are above my DIY ability level right now}, these two window pane pieces are beautiful and unique…a coffee table and window pane wall divider. 

{images via Milk and Honey Design, My Painted Porch, Pinterest, and Style Me Pretty}

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10/03

crate and …

No, not Crate and Barrel {although I do love some of their things}. Just CRATES. I love this idea so much, it’s been added to my to do list…sorry honey {because knowing me, whether it be his helping hands or emotional support, my hubby will somehow be involved}. We could use some extra storage, and I love the vintage-feel of these crates.

Crates can serve as side tables and coffee tables too.

This vintage inspired crate-diy project from Hammers and High Heels is fantastic. Their how-to tips will have you hanging a vintage piece like this in no time {ok, some time}.

If you don’t need an entire shelving unit, make a couple to hold pretty pillows and throws. House of Smiths provide their own helpful tutorial to make these adorable crates.

And, if your getting married or just want a beautiful floral arrangement on your dining room table or anywhere in your home, these crates will add that shabby chic charm.

 

{images via Hammers and High Heels, House of Smiths, My Sweet Savannah, Pinterest, Ruffled Blog}

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09/30

not your everyday jewelry display

Printer drawers…

Probably didn’t catch your attention there.

Jewelry…

I bet you like where this is going now..

Now, look at this…

Oh my goodness, I know I have your attention now. 🙂

How fantastic are these printer drawer jewelry displays by Jessica at Blue Bird Heaven. I love the colors, the distressed look and the idea of combining something that’s antique yet accessible for everyday use…while being beautiful to look at.

 

I found it, I want it {it’s on my birthday wish list} and now I want you to have it too. Jessica at Blue Bird Heaven is kindly offering Tutto Bella Blog readers {all fabulous, of course} a 10% discount off anything in her etsy store. Enter code BELLA during checkout. It’s good FOR ONE WEEK ONLY FROM TODAY, so shop, shop, shop! 

And, when you’re done, come back here and let me know what you bought. 

{images via Blue Bird Heaven}

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09/26

candy-licious decor

No better accessory than candy to decorate your home for Halloween, right? 

Bring our your inner Martha for these easy DIY candy projects. Stock your pantry with canning jars, black licorice, candy corn, gum drops, gummy worms and jelly beans, and don’t forget a hot glue gun…

Candy Corn Wreath
For the step-by-step tutorial, visit Woman’s Day.

Candy Corn in Bottles
Visit the SUPER mom’s site for more how-to details.

 Haunted Mansion {made of candy}
Gather the kiddos and their friends for this activity. Buy black licorice and any other spook-tacular candy you can find, buy foam core or thin wood slices and cut to a 8×10 size and a lot of glue and/or frosting. Let your imagination fly and use candy to design and decorate a haunted mansion.

Candy Topiary
The Crafty Sisters provide all the fun details and insider tips here.

{images via Woman’s Day, Random Thoughts of a Supermom, Martha Stewart and Crafty Sisters}

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