I'm back with the Project Inspire{d} team! A big thanks to my fellow hostesses... Mary Beth, Malia, and Stephanie for letting me take a brief, yet much-needed, hiatus. You gals are THE best!!! I am so excited for this week's party! My fellow blogging friends...I cannot wait to see what you have up your sleeve. As always, I know you will have tons of Great Ideas! And to my extraordinary readers and non-blogging friends I am always thrilled to have you join in the fun here. Please click on any picture in the link-up at the end of the post and it will take you straight to the blog of the talented … [Read more...]
There is an old adage that says no one except a wet baby likes change. None-the-less, change is in the air here at An Extraordinary Day. I have had the privilege of co-hosting the Project Inspire{d} Link Party for the past 8 months. It's been wonderful meeting and getting to you. I'm amazed each week at all the talent you bring to the party. And frankly, each week I have found it so difficult to choose just a few projects to feature as you all have truly extraordinary ideas! This is my last week as co-hostess of Project Inspire{d}. I'm going to miss partying with you. But, I do hope you will continue … [Read more...]
Are you one of those blessed few to have you own creative space? Here's me, hair pulled back, no makeup, with my one and only selfie from my favorite camera, giving you just a peek into my favorite space through a vintage looking-glass. That's the way we bloggers roll. The before photos don't do the color justice. [wink] Here it looks like light greige, but in reality, it was much darker beige that turned to an odd reddish pink when the sun reflected off the dark brick-red siding into the room. I couldn't wait to repaint. With new paint, the room came … [Read more...]
On these hot summer days, we're all looking for ways to feel cool and comfortable. One way to feel cool as a cucumber is to surround ourselves with cooler colors likes blues, whites, and greens. Last summer I had fun playing around with a tablescape in coastal blues. What blues are coastal blues? Just look at your favorite body of water. Notice the many, many shades of blue. Use them freely and you're off to feeling cooler and refreshed. Who knew it would be so easy. Now go check out my Casual Coastal Tablescape here. Can you believe that in a … [Read more...]
Last summer I wanted so badly to be at the lake that I created my own view of the lake... If you're a sand-in-her-toes, sunny day at the beach kind of gal, you, too can set a coastal vibe with DIY paintings you create. Don't say you can't create art. I've never painted like this and I painted this seascape. You'll never know unless you try. Pop over to the original post and learn how I put together this fun coastal styled vignette. Speaking of getting creative with DIYing... Over the weekend I shared a round-up of some Pretty Extraordinary DIY Makeovers which were linked … [Read more...]
Extraordinary Inspiration for Your Weekend No. 7 Happy Weekend! We've been having the most amazing weather this week. Mostly sunny and wonderfully mild temperatures for mid July. I could take a whole summer of days like these. It's the perfect weather for getting lots of DIY projects done. And speaking of DIY projects.... Let me present you with some pretty Extraordinary DIY Makeovers... Check out the features...Left to Right...Top to Bottom. Metal Cabinet Makeover by Red Tin Inn Lampshade Makeover & Tutorial by DIY Beautify Vintage Wrought Iron Table & Chair Makeover … [Read more...]
What goes through your mind when you think of summer? For me...it's a few hours at the beach. Today I'm over at Homework sharing how you can enjoy time some beach time, even if you're many miles away. Please stop by Carolyn's and check out my post. And check out her extraordinarily creative blog. Speaking of summer... Over the weekend I shared a round-up of some amazing looking Fruity Summer Treats linked up at last week's Project Inspire{d} link party. Click here if you missed it! Are you drooling? Everything looks absolutely … [Read more...]
Extraordinary Inspiration for Your Weekend No. 6 Here, in my neck of the woods, we just finished enjoying fresh picked local strawberries and now it's blueberry season. The one thing I love about living in the fruit belt is....drum roll please....the fruit! Everything is so fresh and delicious. That made it really easy for me to choose these extraordinary fruity summer treats you all linked up this week. Yumm! Check out the features...Left to Right...Top to Bottom. Tarte Tatin by Army Wife to Suburban Life Guest on Homework Red, White, & Blue Pancakes by … [Read more...]
The 4th of July weekend is over and I hope you had a great one. The weather was perfect here and we indulged in some delectable delights. This delicious Fresh Watermelon Salsa is so good. With watermelon season upon us, I thought I'd pull it up from the archives so you can add it to your summer supper and entertaining menu. Enjoy! Before the big holiday weekend I put together a round-up of Last Minute 4th of July Ideas from last week's link party!! Click here if you missed it! This is one fun party with four extraordinary hostesses. Mary Beth … [Read more...]
Need a few last minute Fourth of July ideas for your holiday celebration? We've got you covered! Left to Right... Fourth of July Porch by Twelve Oaks Manor Patriotic Grunge by Paper Seedlings Red, White, & Blue Cupcake Wrappers Free Printable by Scattered Thoughts of a Crafty Mom Sparkler Straw Pinwheel Centerpiece by Hoopla Palooza Patriotic Fruit Skewers by Three Kids and a Fish 4th of July Flag Tree with Cornstarch Ornaments by Adventures of a DIY Mom Homemade Star Marshmallows by Confessions of a Secret Crafter 4th of July Breakfast Flag Holes by Jacolyn Murphy DIY Fourth of July … [Read more...]
What's your favorite way to decorate for the Fourth of July? Me? I love to use American flags. Lots of flags. The more stars and stripes the better. Here's a little Fourth of July spectacular from the archives to inspire your holiday decorating. Speaking of the Fourth of July.... Last weekend I shared some really Extraordinary Inspiration for decorating and entertaining for the 4th of July or any patriotic holiday. What a great round-up of festive ideas from last week's link party!! There's more.... Click here if you missed it! This is one fun … [Read more...]
Extraordinary Inspiration for Your Weekend No. 4 25 Ideas for a Memorable Fourth of July The American celebration of Independence Day is less than a week away! Many of us celebrate by hanging the stars and stripes, hosting a BBQ, and attending a local fireworks show. If you'd like to make your celebration just a little extraordinary, be inspired here.... Red, White, & Blue Frozen Fruit Puree Shooters by Little Miss Celebration Patriotic Porch Decor by Sweethaute Patriotic Drop Cloth Pillow by Confessions of a Serial DIYer Red, White, and … [Read more...]
Is chalkboard art still popular? Or has it already become yesterday's news? Seriously....I have no idea. But, sometimes what I was in love with last year needs to stay in last year. Then again....sometimes I don't care. Actually most of the time I don't care. If I love it...whatever "it" is...."it" hangs around until I get tired of "it." Yeah...pretty much forever. [wink] Last summer I had a bazillion projects going on at one time. And while I was supposed to be packing for a move, I finished up my laundry room with more than just this laundry room chalkboard … [Read more...]
It's summertime and entertaining is easy. Or at least it's supposed to be. This week's features center around summer foods and entertaining. I'm drooling over all these delicious recipes for sure. Let's see who's been extraordinary this week! Suzanne made an ice cream pie with berries. Everyone loves ice cream especially in the summer. There is no doubt that this is sure to be a hit! Berries and Ice Cream Pie by Simply Suzannes Sherry has me drooling over her gorgeous cherry pie. Now if we only could meet at the beach house to enjoy a slice! Beach House Baking & … [Read more...]
It's just mid June and already things are heating up. Usually when it starts to warm up outside, we want to keep the house cool inside. We can do things like close the windows and curtains to keep out the heat from the sun, strategically use fans, and if we're blessed to have air conditioning, set the thermostat to a comfortable temperature. All those things are great. But, in the summer we can also turn the temp down and cool off with blue and white in our homes. And to keep things fresh and simple for summer, I've also found that it also helps to make sure our horizontal surfaces are … [Read more...]
Mason jars are a staple of summer entertaining and decor. Sometime ago, I was blessed with many authentic vintage Ball jars and use them as flower vases and hurricanes for tea candles all summer long. Are Mason jars a part of your summer, too? Last summer, I decided to dress up a Mason jar with pleated book page collars. So many people commented that they wanted to know how to make them, that I put together a tutorial. On the chance that you, too, might enjoy dressing up your Mason jars.... here's the tutorial. And now...on to our party! Mary Beth from Cupcakes and … [Read more...]
Welcome to our second edition of Extraordinary Inspiration for Your Weekend Just in case you missed the first edition, let me fill you in on the purpose of this weekend supplement to our Project Inspire{d} Link Party. Many of you know my motto is "Why be ordinary when you can be extraordinary," And though many of you may not be aware of my motto....you surely live it out. I'm amazed at the number of truly extraordinary and inspiring projects that fellow bloggers link up at our Project Inspire{d} Link Party. You amaze me with your talent. Each week I struggle with choosing … [Read more...]
