Okio B Designs

I painted this large, metal tin white last summer. I had originally used some Frenchy decals on it, but they peeled off sometime during the winter. Rather than toss it, I decided to give it a new makeover that I know won't peel off.

I really love vintage first aid finds. So I decided to make my own.

I printed out an image of the red cross and then used a pencil to outline it onto the front of my tin. Then I used red paint to fill it in.

Once that was dry, I used sand paper to lightly shabby it up. There are a couple of oopsies on the bottom right, but I can live with it.

I think this will work nicely for my beach-themed porch!

Jeanine

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I was digging through the garage recently and came across more of these bathroom tiles that have been in there for literally 5+ years. I just can't seem to throw them out because you never know when inspiration will hit.

Case in point: I whipped up these numbered coasters using them yesterday.

I used Staz On ink and some numbered rubber stamps. Once I did the numbers, I felt like they were missing a little something-something, so I added the scroll-y designs to the two corners.

I finished up by adding felt to the backs and gave them a couple of coats of clear poly spray.

I can't wait to use them when we're entertaining this summer!

Jeanine

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Been a bit MIA the last few days and sadly, I have nothing in the works. We were preparing for our older sons first holy communion, which was yesterday.

It was a beautiful day and the big guy was looking quite dapper - if I do say so myself. =) I did make up some cute favor bags, but of course I forgot to snap a photo of the bag.

We had some yummy white chocolate lollipops from Etsy (Wicked Good Treats). And cute little personalized mint tins. Packaged in a glassine bag with a Merci clothes pin. I think the adults loved the clothes pins more than the goodies, but the kids certainly loved the lollipops.

Jeanine

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It might have been raining and chilly here all week, but I was dreaming of warm, sunny days at the beach. After this rough winter, I promised my husband I'd get to the beach more this year. And now I have a super cute tote to bring along with me.

I bought this cheeky image off of Etsy a couple of years ago. Using TAP paper, I ironed it on to a tote I picked up at a garage sale last year.

I have to admit, I'm a bit obsessed with TAP paper as you've probably gathered from my other posts mentioning it. It works so much better than regular transfer paper; it practically melts into the fabric.

Anywho, back to my new beach tote. It's packed and ready to roll.

It'll also be perfect for carrying this adorable anchor coin purse I bought from Grey Fox Textiles (Etsy) last week. It was a steal for $9.50 and perfect for tossing in my new tote or handbag.

Jeanine

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...Toilet tank. Yes, I'm posting about adding some pretty to our toilet tank. We only have one bathroom in our four bedroom cape, and to call it outdated would be an understatement. I like to say it's retro, but I'm also the first to admit, it's plain ugly. So I dress it up in random spots to take away from the ugly.

I was flipping through an old issue of Country Living when I saw an apothecary jar filled with soaps. That got the wheels turning. (Ugly alert: check out the circa 1950s pink tiles - yuck!)

I usually have an upcycled wood tote filled with French goodies on the tank. It's been a safe choice considering we have two boys under 9 in the house. I know I'm pushing the envelope adding glass pieces, but they promised to be careful.

A small jar filled with some of my Paris and Marie Antoinette clothes pins.

This jar is filled with some scented egg soaps. I take it out every Easter. Since it fit with the glass theme, I added it to the tank too.

Overall, I'm happy with the look. I'm sure it will change with a moment's notice should the hubby have to get into the tank. Until then, I'll enjoy my new touches in our one and only ~~ugly~~ bathroom.

Jeanine

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I spied this pretty idea for candlesticks on Pinterest last week.

I had a few wooden ones I painted a couple of years ago lurking about so I decided to give this idea a go. Here's my version:

I had a set of aqua and pink ones candlesticks. I decided to go with the aqua ones first. The tins are actually Xmas ornaments from Ikea. I love how they look vintage. Of course now it hits me that I probably could have aged them a bit using vinegar and salt. Oh well, next pair!