Room Recipes: An Awesome Book {Mostly Because I'm In It!}

Please forgive me if I am overly giddy!  The book is coming, the book is coming!  If you've been following me for awhile you remember me talking about how I contributed to a home decor book that will be released this Summer... WELL... it's almost here!  Room Recipes is in production and will be released August 13th!  It's available to pre-order from Amazon NOW!

I loved working with designer Tonya Olsen (such talent). She let me do whatever I wanted and fully supported my vision.  Plus, she's a total doll.

This is my front room/office. I had such fun bringing in touches of color and texture.  I stenciled the walls with an awesome and easy technique (see video tutorial).  And I also shared my DIY Custom Desk Pad. Oh! and I built that fram with my own two hands (how to build a custom frame).

How to Decoupage with Wrapping Paper: Video Tutorial

I am working on my master bedroom!  Don't you agree that your bedroom should be the best room in the house?  Well, ours has been far from the best.  But that's all about to change.  Um, BEST might be a strong word... but it's going to be dang good.  The only problem is the budget (or lack of one).  Never fear, I will make it work!  Case in point, these great quality night stands were given to us years ago when we were first married.  They have been painted a couple times, but the most recent paint job of gloss white is just the ticket!  I am trying to bring more color and style into my bedroom... 

OH!  AND I even made a video to show you just how easy it is! 

Orzo Pasta and Cucumber Salad Recipe

One night last week we were grilling steaks.  My husband requested macaroni salad to go with his steak and I, quite frankly, couldn't think of anything more disgusting. ;)  So I created this lovely, light & refreshing Orzo Pasta and Cucumber Salad Recipe.  It's super good felt over.  I had it for lunch a couple times and added feta and chicken.  

This is a quick and easy recipe that's perfect for your summer time barbecues.  It would go great with burgers and Watermelon Mojitos!

DIY Gold Leaf Note Book

If the dad in your life is your HERO then this project is for you!  Make him a little gift to show him that you care.  I created this DIY Gold Leaf Notebook using my HERO printable.  It's the perfect thing for Father's Day!