Okio B Designs

I picked up these Pier 1 wood charger plates from our local thrift store months ago. I finally got around to spray painting them white two weekends ago. And then they sat for a few days...until today.

After sanding them down a little for a more aged look, I broke out some Waterslide Decal Paper and searched up some of my favorite French bee graphics.

If you've never used Waterslide Decal Paper, you basically print out your image on the sheet (I used inkjet paper because that is the type of printer I have, but they also make it for laser printers). I was able to get both of my images onto one sheet. Before using it, you'll need to give it a few coats of clear spray paint to preserve the image.

Once that's dry, simply add to a bowl of water (be sure to cut your image to size first!) and in a matter of seconds, your image will separate from the backing and be ready to use. Add it to your piece and smooth out any air bubbles. It needs to be wet to adhere. Once it's dry, it's basically like a clear sticker.

Here is one of them on my nightstand. It's exactly the look I was going for! You can find Waterslide Decal Paper on eBay and Amazon.

Jeanine

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It's almost here! The weather forecast is for spring-like weather this weekend and I'm ecstatic. Perfect timing too for this sweet spring sign I whipped up earlier this week.

I used a frame that I found at our local thrift store and...paper! Yup, paper. I did not stencil those letters or use my Cricut. After I painted the frame white, I simply found a font I liked, spelled out my phrase and printed it out on plain white paper.

I cut it to fit my frame, broke out the Mod Podge and just glued it on. Seriously, it doesn't get any easier than that. And the best part is you can't even tell it's paper. Well it fooled my husband and two boys anyway.

I'm looking forward to starting some new projects this weekend so stay tuned!

Jeanine

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I know I've been a little MIA lately. I wish I had some fabulous reason - like I jetted off to Paris or that we won the lotto. Sadly, the reason is a lot less interesting. It's the weather.

I'm not a winter girl and this year's weather has certainly put me in a funk. I've had zero inspiration and zero energy. I've long suspected that I have SAD (seasonal affective disorder). I'm trying to shake it, but when they are forecasting snow - AGAIN! - it's hard to get back into your groove.

So where've I been? Home, working the day jobs, being a mom, posting on Instagram and perusing Pinterest. I did manage to put together this cute little Paris postcard wood plaque today. I found the Dreams Factory image on The Graphics Fairy. I simply printed it out on waterslide decal paper and added it to a wood plaque I had painted months ago.

And I put together his bucket of faux cotton for our livingroom. Not a lot, I know, but it felt good to do something creative. I'm hoping things will warm up in the next couple of weeks and I can get back to doing something I truly love. In the meantime, I'll just keep reminding myself: winter can't last forever...

Jeanine

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Run - don't walk! - to your nearest Dollar Store for these cute little buckets. I mean, seriously, how adorable are they? I picked up two which I plan on using on our porch or patio this spring.

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Jeanine

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Have you seen Yoplait's new Oui Yogurts at your local supermarket?! I was drawn to the glass jars they are being sold in and since I've been on a health kick, I picked up two of their "French-style" yogurts.

Good yogurt, but even better jars to use for your craft projects! Goodbye Key Lime Pie and hello mini nest jars for Easter. I used two of my favorite French images (from the Graphics Fairy) and printed them onto clear label paper.

Simply peel and stick, and add whatever embellishments suit your fancy. I tied on some tea-stained seam binding for mine. Add some faux Dollar Store moss and petite eggs, and you have an instant Easter decoration.

I have mine on the kitchen windowsill.

Jeanine

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If you love the look of school metal lockers as much as I do, head to your local Walmart and pick these babies up! (Mine had them on clearance, so a set of 2 cost me $8.) Once you get them home, use a hot glue gun and enamel tags to add a fresh touch! This project literally took 5 minutes and I love the look. Fun and functional for our family room.

Jeanine