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sponsored postComing to you live from my messy studio with a major quack announcement. There is a new tape out on the loose! That’s right, a new decorative tape called DECO TAPE.

It’s fierce, it’s bold and it will dress up everything in your life. Why be drabby when you can be “duck tape savvy”… (yes I just made that up)

Today I will show you how to transform plain tags into ones that scream “LOOK AT ME”…

DUCK TAPE TUTORIALS
YOUWILLNEEDLabels or Tags | Deco Tape

This tape comes in 4 different designs. You can use this tape to dress up anything from stationery to a phone case!

DUCK TAPE DECO TAPE You simply tear a piece off and wrap it around the bottom portion of the tag. I tore a long piece to make sure it wrapped around the back completely then I cut the excess off with scissors. DECORATE WITH DUCK TAPE HOW TO MAKE WASHI TAPE LABELS

You could use these for gifts, a special table setting, bottles or invitations. Endless ideas I tell ya!EASY DIY LABELSDUCK TAPE CRAFTSDECO TAPE TUTORIALS PINTEREST DUCK TAPE TAGS

 

 

One thing you could do is have a tape party! Have tables filled with blank supplies and let your friends go buck wild with this tape. Make sure you tag DUCK TAPE and they might share it on Facebook or Twitter! I added a fun quote for you to think about. HUGE GLITTERY HUGS!

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I hope you enjoyed this tutorial. What would you make with your tape?
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Today it is all about mugs. I don’t know about you but I somehow collect way too many mugs and what happens is I never can decide which one I actually want to drink out of. I guess just like the clothes I wear I believe my coffee cup defines what kind of mood I am in or want to be in.

What? You don’t think so? Shoots, maybe I am just a nut case but at least I am a nutcase than could throw a banging coffee party. Remember my coffee party I did for Martha? You know you could always use these printables for a banging party too!

“I like light green, sometimes red is fun to look at, not a fan of yellow, unless it’s in a rainbow or on a coffee mug or on a happy face.”
-Chris Kattan

PINTERESTMUGSYOUWILLNEED*Glass Paint 
*Mugs
*Daubers
*Adhesive Stencils
*Brush and Stencil Cleaner
How to Stencil Mugs The great thing about Martha Stewart’s stencils is the fact that they have a nice adhesive backing to them. This is good because they will not budge when you paint on them. martha stewart adhesive stencils

Start by placing them on the mugs wherever you want. Don’t worry, if you mess up you can remove them and reapply them where you want. numbered mugs diyOnce your stencil is secure squirt a little bit of glass paint inside of your stencil. how to write on glassI love using daubers because they distribute the paint nice and even through out the stencil. They also help prevent bleeds since you are apply in an up and down motion. martha stewart dauberApply one even coat and re-apply a second coat 10 minutes later. If you want a really opaque look add a third coat. how to stamp glass

Before your paint dries pull off your stencil and place it in a bowl of water.
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Take them out of the water when you are done and place them on a paper towel. Grab another paper towel and apply a little stencil cleaner to it. Gently rub the stencil and the paint will come off. how to clean stencilsmartha steawart stencilsAllow them to dry over night and if you want lock in the paint you can bake them in the oven. The directions to doing that is on the bottle. numbered mugsI hope you enjoyed this easy and fun DIY tutorial. I mean, you can put numbers on your mugs so you can count how many cups you drink in a day right!
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Remember a while back when I posted this picture below? Remember how stressed I was trying to figure out what to do with this odd little piece of wood? I received ton’s of advice on what I should and shouldn’t do. So much advice that I got completely distracted all over again and could not make up my mind.

Like, who else freaks out about stuff like this? I feel like I need a stump to sit on and “think” when I have to make design decisions. After staying up many nights (not really) I finally decided to trust my bestie Martha. She always knows what do to. Come see what I ended up doing.

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Initially I painted the wood with black chalk paint. I wanted a whimsical space where I could write positive notes on. Yeah, not so much once it was there.

It’s obvious I love anything with chalk. Check out what I did to my fridge. I also made some rad chalk labels. In today’s project you will learn how to Stencil.

I used Martha Stewarts Geometric Patterns Laser Cut Stencils. They are super easy to use and affordable, at a low price of $16.99. I like things like this because it will not break the bank and you can always paint over it when you get tired of looking at it.

“Use stencils to create beautiful painted designs on fabric, wood, glass and other surfaces. Contains 3 laser cut stencils 8 3/4in x 16 3/4in, 12 designs, and instructions”.

Correct way to use stencils - JaderbombYou will simply lay the stencil down on any surface, grab a sponge and lightly sponge on top of the stencil. I am very ocd so after every application I would wash the stencil and pat it dry. When you move onto the the next section just take one row and lay it on top of the last one you painted.

This will line up the stencil pattern. Once you are done stenciling your entire surface, let it dry for 24 hours. When dry apply a layer of Mod Podge on top. Let it dry completely and apply a second coat.
How to mod podge wood - JADERBOMB

Ways to use Mod Podge - JaderbombMartha Stewart Stencils - JaderbombStenciling Projects - JaderbombDIY Kitchen Projects - JaderbombI am pretty sure you are gooing and gahhing looking at these pictures. I mean, this is something I am doing temporarily until I finish the kitchen. It does add pizazz to the space if I must say so myself. Easy Kitchen Makeover - Jaderbomb
I hope you enjoyed this tutorial and found it helpful. Make sure to let me know in the comments if you have any questions or if you want to share your experience with stenciling. I love to hear your thoughts! See you in the next post.

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I don’t know about you but if you add glitter to anything you will put an instant smile on my face. Today we will be making Glitter Dishes!

I started playing around with paper plates a few weeks ago creating a few easy ways to “dress” them up. I think I was successful with it, what do you think?! I mean, I truthfully hate washing dishes and putting them up so why not serve anyone out of fancy paper plates. It’s not like I am having Christmas at my house but if I did I would lay all these babies out!

Check out these I made with ribbon and these with lace!

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you will need*Paper Plates and Bowls   * Glitter  *Brush  *Mod-Podge  *LOVEGlitteredPlateSuppliesThe first thing you want to do is coat your paper plate with Mod Podge. easywaystouseglitterYou want to work a little fast since Mod Podge dries very quick.

howtouseglitterSprinkle glitter over the wet Mod Podge. Don’t worry if it’s not perfect because after all it’s just going to be used as decoration. Did I mention you will throw it away after it’s used!
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I coated the underneath of the bowl just to add a little more love. thingstodowithglitterglitteredplatesglitterdishesIt’s seriously that simple! Fun thing is you can make them for every holiday and it will not break the bank.

What will you use your glittered bowls for?
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This post is brought to you by the Duck Brand

Well hello you cute little Black and White Striped Fridge!

I was wondering why I keet going back to the fridge lately but maybe i’t’s the stripes! I’ve never been more excited to get eggs and milk than I am now!

Oh and stripes makes all the food inside taste better, hehe. Let’s get started!BLACKANDWHITEICEBOX

YOUWILLNEED*Scissors * Sharpie * Ruler * Dry Erase Laminate *Chalkboard Laminate 
dryeraseandchalkboardlaminateThe first thing you want to do is layout your adhesive paper. I love this paper because you can simply peel the back off and voila! duckbranddryerasefilm

Once your paper is flat on a table grab a ruler and place it on the side of sheet. You will see on the sides of the paper (on the back) that there are lines already there for you. I placed the ruler on the second main line. It made my lines about 2 inches wide. dryeraseducktapeWhile your ruler is down grab your sharpie and trace over the line. This will just make it easier to cut. If you feel secure cutting the line that is already there then you don’t need to use sharpie.
ducktapechalkboardOnce you cut your paper this is what it will look like. selfadhesivechalkboardducktapeTime to move on to the fridge. Your boring fridge is about to get a complete face lift.
fridgestickersJust start alternating from chalkboard adhesive to dry erase adhesive! It’s that simple. DucktapeFridgeThis is what it will start to look like. Are you in love yet? stripedfridgeI love drawing on each line. The great thing is this will not damage your fridge at all! You can peel it all off whenever you want. The white is dry erase and the black is chalk board!blackandwhitestripesfridgeblackandwhitefridgeHOWTODECORATEAFRIDGE

I hope you enjoyed this fun tutorial brought to you by Jaderbomb and Duck Brand!
What will you do with your laminate!

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This is a sponsored post however all ideas and opinions are my own!

12 Home Organizing Tips

Today it’s all about organization and I put together my favorite “12 Home Organizing Tips” so let’s check them out.

I don’t know about you but my daily life is so hectic that someday’s things get thrown all over the dang place. I don’t mean a little bit of stuff. Right now as I type this I have 3 purses filled with “stuff” sitting in the dining room. I have more receipts than lipgloss and who knows what else is in there. The other day I bought some Laura Mercier lip gloss (not the cheap stuff) and when I finally pulled it out of my purse it had chocolate stuck to it.

Wait, I said stuck. I meant stuck ALL OVER it. Also, as I write this my laptop cord is M.I.A. and not to mention it just took me 30 minutes to find the laptop that goes with the missing cord. Now I am prolly giving you this visual that I am a hoarder but I am not. Well sorta, but I am very ocd and everything is in it’s perfect place.

I think what happens is things get moved into different rooms and spots so much that sometimes it feels like they literally walk away. Yes, I said it. WALK AWAY.

So as I take a bow (and look between my legs for the cord) here are my 12 ways to organize my home your home.
25 Home Organizing Tips

Recycled Bottles
Via || Bright Bold Beautiful

25 Home Organizing Tips

Distressed Mason Jars
Via || Lolly Jane

25 Home Organizing TipsOrganizing School Paper
Via || Embellishing Life Everyday
25 Home Organizing Tips

Nice and Neat Fridge
Via || Clean and Scentsible

25 Home Organizing Tips

Organize your junk drawer 
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Wood Crate Storage Boxes
Via || House of Smiths

25 Home Organizing Tips

Pallet Shelf
Via|| Open Sky

25 Home Organizing Tips

Organize your Spices
Via|| Table for Two

25 Home Organizing Tips

Necklace Organizer 
Via|| Remodelaholic

25 Home Organizing Tips

Keep your cookbooks under control and visible
via|| IVillage

25 Best Home Organizing Tips

Command Center
via||Beneath my Heart

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Organize your Panty the right way
via|| 11 Magnilia Lane

I hope you enjoyed all of these “tips”…
See you in the next post!

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