The one with some Etsy finds for the home

Since Etsy hasn't brought Treasuries back (yet)(but with the new CEO I am hoping they will be bringing the 'old' Etsy back), I am sharing some of my favourite finds here today. I am especially smitten with that dream of a mirror! Just to be clear, this post is just for fun, it's not in any way sponsored by Etsy, or the featured sellers. 

Planters

Candle holder

Mirror

 

Jars

Clock

The one with all the paint swatches

After four years of living in my apartment, a change of colours may be in order. The walls that are in need of a change are in the living room, and in the kitchen. Besides the curtains (picture number two), there isn't a lot of colour going on in my living room, so basically, any colour goes along with it. My kitchen is mostly white, so anything goes here as well. The swatch at the top right, is a metallic gold. I've never used metallics before, and I am curious about how a whole wall would look, my concern is that it might be too shiny. Painting is not something I'm particular fond of, so I do want to pick the right colour right away. The gold may be a big miss, but on the other hand, what if it's a big winner? Sometimes you need to talk some risks in life, but I don't know if those risks should involve paint! I am horrible at making decisions, so I'm in need of a bit of help. Do you have one or two favourites? Do you have any colourful walls around the house, or are you more of a neutrals fan?

The one with all the paintswatches

After four years of living in my apartment, a change of colours may be in order. The walls that are in need of a change are in the living room, and in the kitchen. Besides the curtains (picture number two), there isn't a lot of colour going on in my living room, so basically, any colour goes along with it. My kitchen is mostly white, so anything goes here as well. The swatch at the top right, is a metallic gold. I've never used metallics before, and I am curious about how a whole wall would look, my concern is that it might be too shiny. Painting is not something I'm particular fond of, so I do want to pick the right colour right away. The gold may be a big miss, but on the other hand, what if it's a big winner? Sometimes you need to talk some risks in life, but I don't know if those risks should involve paint! I am horrible at making decisions, so I'm in need of a bit of help. Do you have one or two favourites? Do you have any colourful walls around the house, or are you more of a neutrals fan?

The one with five DaWanda finds

Enamel lamps

Memo board

Cocodrilo print

Freckles necklace

Wooden breakfast tray

The one with the glitter vases DIY

I have a love for all things shiny and glittery. With the holidays getting closer, I feel like I can stuff my home with sparkly stuff, without any judgement. Back in january I made this glitter trinket dish, and had some leftover glitter. Except for shiny things, I love to make good use of my craft supplies and use up all leftovers. The vases are small treasuries acquired at a thriftshop visit. 

What you'll need

• glitter in a small bowl
• glue
• a brush
• tape
• a large piece of paper to cover your workspace and prevent it from getting glitterfied

 

 What you'll need to do:

Tape

Cover the bottom part of the vases with glue

Dip the vases in the bowl with glitter

Let them dry, I placed them on a coin, to keep them from getting glued to the paper

Carefully remove the tape, and you're done!

Are you a big fan of everything dipped in glitter too? Any DIY projects you would like to share? Please feel free to do so in the comments below. Or maybe a Pinterest board you keep with cute tutorials? As I am slowly turning into a couch potato, I love spending time at home, watching my favourite series, reading a book, or getting crafty!

The one with Etsy finds

art print

push pins

alarm clock

 owl planter

(sleep on) it pillowcase

 set of four napkin holders

The one with the things I liked this week (58)

A while ago I treated myself to one of Mary's prints over at her Society6 shop, and I finally found a frame for it. Well, actually, the frame found me. My aunt is doing some sort of spring cleaning, and some fabulous things have been coming my way (like an enamel bowl and vintage tablecloths). This frame was one of the items that needed to leave her home and it was more than welcome in mine. Other things happening over at my home was the rediscovery of my bird lamp, that found it's way back into my living room. 

Saturday after work, I needed to go to the drugstore for some boring purchases. Just like that, I ended up at the nailpolish section, where I found this glittery polish. With a cute name that's 'white tie black dress', how could I leave it there? 

My friend L kindly donated parts of her old phone to me, so now I can take pictures with my telephone again, of which the latest four photo's are the result. Spring-trees, a big bubble, cardboard boxes and rediscovered origami paper from back when I was young(er). You might wonder why there is a photo of empty boxes over here. Me and my overactive imagination see an undercover robot in there....

The one with the things I liked this week (part 51)

I think this is the first plant I've ever bought for myself. More on this next monday in a DIY post.
Ofcourse, I didn't make the plant myself, but it needed a place to live in :-)

I never say 'no' to tea and cake. The Dutch name for this kind of cake is 'vlaai'.

Taking some new product pictures for some of my Etsy listings

New additions to my household

Getting some cuddles

The one with the glitter trinket dish DIY

What you'll need:

• glitter, I used silver, pink and purple glitter
• glue
• a brush
• a small (old) dish, bowl, saucer or plate
• varnish

What you'll need to do:

 Pour the glitter in a bowl

If you're using different colours, give them a good stir

 

Cover your work space with paper, things can get a bit messy.

Apply the glue with your brush

Pour the glitter over the bowl

 Let dry for a couple of hours and apply a thin layer of (spray) varnish.

Use the paper that covers your work space as a funnel to pour back the

glitter that didn't stick to the bowl.