changing it up
wow it’s hard to believe we’re half way through may already. summer is going to be here soon and it would be great to savor every minute this year instead of remembering it fondly once it’s flown by. for now i’ll settle for a quiet and peaceful spring sunday at home making little improvements. i’ve been surfing this morning and thought i’d just share a couple super easy of DIYs that popped up.
paint a window frame a cheery color
paper the inside of a drawer
or a cabinet
or a little more ambitious, paper the inside of a closet
pinterest.com/pin/38702878020602149
make panels out of foam core and fabric
add a fat trim to plain curtains
use gold paint to trim prefab doors
rearrange wall art
paint a staircase in color
add something lacy to a window screen
use plain 12 x 12 tiles to separate herbs
use that wagon wheel!
trick out a single planter
if you’re home i hope you enjoy a little nesting. i may start the herb garden today. have fun with whatever you’re up to!
and if you’re just not in the mood to do any of it, pull out the glitter, it’s the fastest way to improve almost anything!
the paris apartment 
Mom replied:
Great ideas. I would love to know where to find those lacy curtains. Just might throw a handful of glitter into a vase, too. Lol
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May 19, 2013 at 2:22 pm. Permalink.
Nikon replied:
What a killer opening photo!
And the rest; more examples of your perfect taste, talent and inventiveness :)
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May 19, 2013 at 2:22 pm. Permalink.
4aroundthetable replied:
These are all great DIY projects to change things up a bit. I recently bought some drawer lines .. love them. Perfect for a drawer containing undergarments. The gardening is a must and I think it’s time for me to plant an herb garden! Enjoy your Sunday ~ leslie
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May 19, 2013 at 2:39 pm. Permalink.
Nancy Flemming replied:
Great and simple ideas for transformation. Love your taste and excellent eye.
Thanks,
Nancy
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May 19, 2013 at 3:45 pm. Permalink.
Shelly Gregory replied:
Have a couple of these ideas already stored as “future projects”. Great selection!! Have a wonderful day!
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May 19, 2013 at 5:42 pm. Permalink.
The Paris Apartment replied:
hi all, hanks for stopping by! i’ll pop over to visit tonight. did you do any of the projects? i cleaned, that was my prep!
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May 20, 2013 at 1:23 am. Permalink.
Rhonda replied:
I had lunch with a friend, shopped at Anthropologie and created jewelry. Decorating is next weekend. I love the herb garden.
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May 20, 2013 at 3:54 am. Permalink.
Connie* replied:
I’m moving next week. So excited! Lots of great inspiration here. I am definitely wall papering the closets and possibly lace on the window. Thanks for the tips!
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May 20, 2013 at 4:26 am. Permalink.
niasunset replied:
Reblogged this on photographyofnia.
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May 20, 2013 at 4:05 pm. Permalink.
Peggy Braswell replied:
what grand ideas! spent Sunday laying around + today I greet the new week with great expectations! Happy Monday xxpeggybraswelldesign.com
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May 20, 2013 at 4:47 pm. Permalink.
Vicki Archer replied:
I am about ready to pull out the glitter! I loved that line. Claudia… xv
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May 20, 2013 at 4:57 pm. Permalink.
viveka replied:
Great gallery … I love the blue stairs – and fabric panels. Great ideas.
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May 20, 2013 at 10:12 pm. Permalink.
pixelrites replied:
Great inspiration here – thank you! Love the wallpaper linings of cupboards …
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May 21, 2013 at 8:55 am. Permalink.
jenniferhowze156 replied:
The paper on the inside of the cabinet looks fab. Also, a good baby step for DIY-shy folks like me.
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May 21, 2013 at 1:26 pm. Permalink.
Elaine replied:
So many great projects.I have been thinking of wallpapering or putting fabric in an armoire. That kitchen armoire looks fantastic!
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May 22, 2013 at 2:02 am. Permalink.
frankjames replied:
what grand ideas! spent Sunday laying around + today I greet the new week with great expectations!
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May 22, 2013 at 9:13 am. Permalink.
habitatparisien replied:
We enjoyed this post :)
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May 22, 2013 at 10:14 am. Permalink.
Happy Turtle replied:
It could only be you. Great choice of pictures and thoughtful words to match. Uplifting.
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May 23, 2013 at 7:01 pm. Permalink.
Kimberly Hites replied:
Loved all these ideas. I must tell you, Claudia, that I just returned from France and after reading your latest book about Paris Flea Markets I went to the Marche aux Puces de la Porte de Vanves like you suggested and it was wonderful. Of course, I’ve been to St. Ouen (Clignancourt) but I probably would never have gone to Vanves without your recommendation. Thanks a bunch!
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May 24, 2013 at 12:21 am. Permalink.