Ever have one of those weeks where you're doing a little bit of this and a little bit of that, but not really getting anything accomplished? That has been my week. I've been starting a lot of projects but not quite finishing them. So this morning, I was determined to complete at least one of them. I picked up a package of enamel tags at Michael's earlier this month. I used one for a religious...
What I'm Wearing Wednesday...Sort Of
January 29, 2014 / BY Okio B Designs
I really love "what I'm wearing Wednesday" posts but because I rarely have anyone home to snap a photo of me during the week, I never get to participate. Since my hubby is home this week, I put him to good use this morning for my mini version of WIWW. I've been wanting to make lace boot cuffs for a while now. Inspiration hit yesterday while the boys were at school. I always have...
Draft Dodger
January 26, 2014 / BY Okio B Designs
There is nothing remotely sexy about this post. You will get to see my 50+ year old wood floors and white, chippy doors, and maybe even some dust bunnies. You see, our aluminum back door needed a draft solution. The rubber at the bottom is letting in cold air. Since I like to keep the wood door open in the winter to let in the light, I needed a quick fix. So I decided to...
Valentine's Day Touches
January 24, 2014 / BY Okio B Designs
Brrrrr...still in a deep freeze here. Not feeling overly creative so sharing some Valentine's Day touches around the house. I use this for Xmas too. Sheet music scrolls in an upcycled can. Now holding a heart pen one of my boys gave me a couple of years ago. Valentine touches in the corner cabinet. I love breaking out these vintage Valentines each year. The handwritten notes from the children to their friends are so sweet....
Chalkboard Frame
January 21, 2014 / BY Okio B Designs
We're gearing up for yet another snow storm here. Sigh. I'm sooooo ready for spring. This weather has put me in a bit of a funk. I have the motivation; I just don't seem to have the desire to go shopping (someone call the doctor quick!). So I've been working with whatever I have in the house and re-making some items I've worked on before. I picked up this vintage wood frame from a garage...