I've been focusing energy on my outdoor spaces lately, trying to find ways to add interest. I would kill for a truly Victorian Gothic garden one day.... but one step at a time! Garden accessories can be hard to find, and often expensive, so I've been revisiting my pile of … [Read more...]
Throwing Shade
A bit of dark drama, a bit of metallic sophistication, a bit of Victorian nostalgia, and a bit of whimsy.... what have you got? This quirky yet glamorous DIY Victorian Gothic Black Lamp Shade. … [Read more...]
A Plate For Many Seasons
December has always been a popular shopping time for me... but not for the reasons you'd assume. Of course there is the mad holiday rush for Christmas presents and supposedly amazing deals.... but I like to shop around this time of the year because the holidays bring some … [Read more...]
A Vintage Bat
TV Tray tables.... I know - not exciting. They're like the minivan of dinner time for that painfully average family, sitting in their barcaloungers, eating in front of the TV. So.. let's change that perception with a Vintage Bat Tray Table ..... thanks to this Victorian Gothic … [Read more...]
A Victorian Bread Box
I have wanted or perhaps needed a bread box in my kitchen for as long as I can remember. My household is obsessed with bread items, but we don't have the pantry space for them. The problem is most bread boxes have that country charm, or maybe even that whitewash farmhouse … [Read more...]
Bobbing for Spiked Apples
I am a sucker for black entertaining pieces... This time of year, you have a slight chance of finding some cool pieces in the store.... As the Halloween merchandise goes out on shelves, some home stores will add some black dishes and bowls... but black drink dispensers and punch … [Read more...]
Rock You Like a Hurricane… Entertain Like a Rock Star with this DIY
So, you're a total rocker... you have a closet full of black... you dig spikes and skulls... hard rock blares from your speakers. You invite your friends over for brunch... or taco night... or maybe just some snacks. When you look at your spread, is it still as rocker as you … [Read more...]
Rub ‘n Buff – Sorry… It’s not a Porn Movie!
I know, I know... the name sounds ridiculous! In reality, Rub n Buff is quickly becoming one of my favorite tools when working on projects. With barely any effort, this pigmented metallic wax can transform an ordinary piece into something beautiful and give a subtle antiqued … [Read more...]
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