I built a bed. I know this may seem like a small feat in the grand scheme of things, but not to me. To me, this is a goal that once seemed impossible coming to fruition and I am so excited that I built a bed. And not just any bed; I built THIS beautiful beast of a bed: Back in September, Matt and I decided to take the plunge and move home to K-Town, so naturally we bought the house … [Read more...] about West Elm Inspired “Alexa” Bed
DIY
Pottery Barn Inspired Quilt Ladder
What is a quilt ladder, you ask? I had the same question when my friend Gill asked if I could make her one. Of course I told her "Hell yes I can!" before I even found out what it was, because how hard could it be? Turns out, not hard at all. And definitely nowhere near the $249 price tag that Pottery Barn attaches to their version. Don't get me wrong, I love me some Pottery Barn but that's a … [Read more...] about Pottery Barn Inspired Quilt Ladder
Easy Jute Wrapped Chandelier
I am really into wrapping things in jute, rope, yarn, whatever. It is such an easy way to update old decor items (frames, lamps, garbage cans) and give them that West Elm/Pottery Barn/Restoration Hardware look for chump change. I don't know about you, but I do not have $899 dollars to spend on a chandelier for my dining room. If I did, I sure as hell wouldn't be writing this stupid blog, … [Read more...] about Easy Jute Wrapped Chandelier
Night Stand Makeover
Everyone around these parts knows that come clean-up day, the Sulis' always have the best garbage. Garbage-picking is a rite of passage in Nova Scotia, and to say I wasn't thrilled with this year's bounty would be a lie. I got a metal table frame, some plastic lawn furniture, and a brand new wine fridge! I thought I was done for this season's pick -up, but as luck would have it, not … [Read more...] about Night Stand Makeover