Renovating and decorating our new/old house, a cozy cape cod built in 1940. It won't happen overnight, so join me for the journey.
I was on the fence again yesterday and the wall was still the topic of conversation here at 65th Avenue...but I made a decision and went to work painting it. Part three coming soon to reveal the final color.
Today I will be taking inventory of my old books to make this Christmas tree.
Real Simple
A friend of mine who gets the Real Simple magazine called me to ask if I saw this picture....she said it had my name written all over it. She was right, I love this idea! I think a trip to Goodwill and a few thrift shops is in my very near future for more books.
My goal this week is to finish getting organized so I have a clean slate to work with when the Christmas decorations come out. Here's to a productive Monday!
Can't wait to see what color you come up with. I know that when I am uneasy about something I should just change it because I will always hate it and wish I had!
ReplyDeleteLove this idea! Hope you aren't going crazy painting again :)
ReplyDeleteOh my goodness ... I may just have to head to the thrift stores too. What an adorable idea!!!!
ReplyDeleteCute, very cue.
ReplyDeletethat is sooo cool!
ReplyDeleteThe tree is really cute. Looking forward to your decision regarding the chalkboard wall!
ReplyDeleteI love the book tree. What a neat idea. I think I am going to try it, too!!
ReplyDeleteXO,
Jane
I saw this too...love it! It's the perfect tree for our little library room!
ReplyDeletecan't wait to see the new color! and love the book tree- so fun! looking forward to seeing your version.
ReplyDeleteThat is so cute. I love real simple. Great inspiration.
ReplyDeleteCan't wait to see what you decided on. That tree is adorable!!
ReplyDeleteI love a good book project!!! Can't wait to see yours!!
ReplyDeleteOh My! What a sweet idea. I love it.
ReplyDeleteThis is fun and so very clever. I have some old books and I am going to give it a try!
ReplyDeletexojamilyn
Londen~ it's Beautiful, and I can't wait to see how you will make it your own. Have a lovely week!
ReplyDeletehow clever is that book Christmas tree!
ReplyDeleteit would make librarians everywhere
cringe, though, to think of all those
broken backs. :)
i love that tree! I am no good at this: any idea how they made the book page bow on top? I'd love those to top presents!
ReplyDeleteThat is such a cute tree! Can NOT wait to hear what color you choose!
ReplyDeleteHave a pretty day!
Kristin
Lauren, here is the link that shows how to make the bow.
ReplyDeletehttp://www.realsimple.com/holidays-entertaining/gifts/wrapping/present-topper-00000000044461/
oooooo! I love that tree! What do you think that is that they use for snow?? Can't wait to see how the tree and the kitchen turn out!!!!!!
ReplyDeleteSeriously this is so cute! I love it!
ReplyDeleteconsider it "stolen"...I'm off to collect some old books! great idea! -denise
ReplyDeleteI do like this look, although memories from our passionate librarian at school and caring for the spine of the book still makes it seem naughty. :)
ReplyDeletewhat a great and fun idea
ReplyDeleteI saw this too and love it...I am going to do a post on it too!
ReplyDeleteI love the chalkboard wall...I know you have already started repainting...but once you "season" the wall with chalk...it really changes the feel...can't wait to see the color you chose!
Can't wait to see part three for the chalkboard and obviously love the tree!! When are we going to Unique?
ReplyDeleteI love decor ideas that incorporate books. How clever!
ReplyDeleteVery cute!
ReplyDelete-Rene
Londen,
ReplyDeleteLOVE this idea! You've got my wheels turning...
Best wishes,
Tammy