Soap Holder

I have been searching everywhere for the perfect soap holder for our bathroom. So I decided to do a little research. I was surprised at the many different shapes and materials being used! Especially loving the vintage wire soap holders.

Here are a few of the soap holders that I have found and love:

http://www.apartmenttherapy.com/green-style-sea-shells-for-org-146209

http://www.everythingprimitives.com

http://decorpics.tumblr.com/page/12

http://www.etsy.com/listing/91280137/wire-soap-dish?ref=v1_other_2

http://www.etsy.com/listing/76795086/rectangular-dish-trinket-tray-soap

http://daisyhardcastle.bigcartel.com

http://www.etsy.com/listing/85793825/r-e-s-e-r-v-e-d-brass-soap-holder-turtle

http://www.hotrenopins.com/bathroom/2012/9/4/diy-mosaic-soap-dish/

http://www.beso.com/teak-wall-mount-soap-holder-4488418791/product

Day Bed

I recently visited a friend and she showed me her new day bed. I loved the idea of having a little day bed, which sole purpose was for relaxing time. So if she or her children were on the couch, the rest of the family respected the persons time out from the house and world.

Since my visit, I have been introduced to many different ways in which you could not only make your own day bed, but ways in which you could set them up and even hang them.

So here are a few ideas of how you could set up a day bed in your home:

http://www.fawnandforest.com/blog/etc/stokke-daybed.html

http://myhomelookbook.com/2013/02/10/day-bed/

http://livinglikelinda.blogg.se/

http://picsof-creativewings.blogspot.it/2012/05/un-cambio-di-vita-madrid.html

http://hyperouranios.tumblr.com/post/55162402106

http://ext.homedepot.com

http://decorology.blogspot.be/2010/09/great-inspiration-for-hanging-art-and.html

http://www.forum.hr/showthread.php?t=329394&page=232

http://www.houzz.com/round-bed/p/48

http://onecharmingparty.com/2012/07/27/bali-party-favors/

Coaster DIY

Making your own personalised coasters is a great weekend project. There are so many fabulous ways to make coasters today. You could make the coasters out of wood, rope, cork, tile and even textiles. It is a fun project for your home and also makes for a great gift.

Here are a few ideas I have come across, that are simple yet would make a beautiful contribution in your home. Best part is that they will leave your tables happy and mark free.

www.designsponge.com/2010/11/diy-project-paint-by-number-hex-symbol-coasters.html

http://www.incrediblethings.com/home/pallet-coasters/

http://www.aruffledlife.com/2013/09/18/coasters-diy/

http://www.beadandcord.com/clipper/samantha.woods.1363937/coasters-9010/24597.html

http://www.stylemepretty.com/living/gallery/picture/1183559/

http://www.curioussofa.com/index.php?main_page=product_info&cPath=17&products_id=2748

http://www.jordanbrittleyblog.com/at-home-diy-rope-coaster/

http://stellaireblog.blogspot.be/2013/08/craft-party.html

http://backlinkways.com/

Decorating With Branches

My inspiration for today is branches, in all its beautiful natural shapes and sizes. Branches are one of my favourite DIY materials to use for projects, because they are beautifully simple and they are free.

There are many ways in which you could incorporate branches into your home decor. Branches could be used as shelves, hooks for clothing or even as decorative art when mounted to the wall.

http://mommo-design.blogspot.it/2013/06/branches-decor.html

http://style-files.com/page/3/

http://www.athomeinlove.com/branches-as-decor/

http://www.marthastewart.com/

http://www.apartmenttherapy.com/using-a-branch-as-decor-130510

http://poemabatsoilik.blogspot.be/2012/04/inspi-raciones-eldrids.html

http://abbytrysagain.typepad.com/baby_t/

http://goodideasforyou.com/ideas-a-inspirations/christmas/ornaments-a-mobiles.html

http://www.flickr.com/photos/24904169@N06/6073127848/

http://webecoist.momtastic.com/2013/06/10/organic-interiors-40-home-decor-inspiration-photos/

Recycled Wine Box

A few weeks ago I carved out little shapes in an old wine box and used it as a lamp shade. It turned out really nice and was a cute little corner light for a dinner party I had.

I have since decided to give the box to my little bunnies, as they love not only being able to hide in it, but also love chewing and decorating the box themselves.

This post is just a reminder that you can make cute things out of recyclable material. So think twice before you throw out any boxes!

DIY Elephant Hand Warmer

It is starting to slowly get colder here in Europe, so I decided to make little elephant hand warmers for around the house. As my hands always seem to have the hardest time adjusting to the cold. 

Not only are the mini elephant warmers cute, but are practical too! 

All you have to do to make these little elephant hand warmers is:

1) Cut out two elephant shapes, from the material of choice.

2) Start sewing them together, but remember to leave a little area open 

3) Using a funnel, pour rice into the elephant and sew shut

4) Lastly add little ears and eyes

To warm the elephants, place in a microwave for no more than 2 mins!

DIY Abstract Art

A fun DIY project for your home is making your own abstract art piece. That way you can be very specific and personal. My only advise is keep it simple and in line with the apartment theme. 

This home project was made using tape, to create the different yet slightly symmetrical shapes: