"Pantry Plus"

Is your pantry bursting at the seams? Or maybe you just have "stuff" that you only use when it's a holiday or a family get together. Find a space in your basement or lower level that isn't being used and make a pantry for your overflow. What I like to call a Pantry Plus, or what you may call a second pantry. (personally I think my nickname is more witty)

Whatever you call it, make sure that you organize it so that you can find everything easily. The last thing anyone needs is another "storage space".

Decorative hooks that mix metal and wood

Coordinating boxes 

Wasted space under the steps
Paint a fun color/add a throw rug 

Something special, something new.

This is a Chandelier with a story, a one of a kind. My mother-in-law bought an absolutely stunning crystal chandelier while vacationing in Rome. After I commented on it's beauty, she told me that she had "extra" crystals and that I could have them. Apparently, they assumed some would get broken and gave her replacements, a lot of them.
I knew that I wanted a simple but elegant chandelier that I could mix in the "family crystals" so that they looked like they belonged. 

I didn't realize what a great choice I had made, until the chandelier was installed. It was extraordinary.
(the longer crystals are the ones from Rome) 

Find the perfect statement piece

Finding a center piece for my dining room table took a while. I knew I wanted some color along with a metal element.
Next...chandelier installation. I can't wait!

Put thought into the design...pretty can be practical!

When we decided to renovate the master bath, I knew I wanted a foot rest in lieu of a bench. Not something that crossed my husband's mind for even a second and he found to be a little silly. Even my daughter sided with him, until I explained the importance and fought for it!

Always put thought into the design, wether you are working with a professional or handling the design yourself. No-one knows your personal wants and needs better than you. Walk through how you are going to use the space.

Spending the time early in the process will help to avoid costly mistakes and make you happy for many years to come!

Adorable Foot rest 

His and Her Niches keep the girlie and manly separate

Break away from neutral.

Keep your window treatment from disappearing into the wall.

Choose contrasting colors to create a dramatic window dressing. Orange patterned draperies with shades of blue, make the space pop.

More,more, more...

My niece Andrea, created this adorable kitty painting which I love. Of course, I had to hang it in my new wrapping room! I felt like it needed more though, maybe some bling?

A shiny gold frame did the trick!

Looks Purrfect!

Empty Nesters, too many guest rooms?

Turn that extra bedroom into a wrapping room.




*Start by gathering your bows, tissue paper, decorative bags, etc.
*collect fancy boxes to store your supplies
*Select 2-3 colors that you love and repeat those colors throughout the room, using what you have. I showcased pink and gold.

*floating shelves are great for ribbons and your favorite photos

*If you make your room as happy and fun as you can, you will LOVE wrapping gifts for family and friends!

Glass table set on Gold painted saw horses

 

White faux fur stools with gold legs, super soft