this precious life.

{I adore gray. a lot. (it's pretty much my favorite color next to yellow)   So I thought I should do a blog post about it.  :D} ~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~ Gray is a base color. Like black... brown or navy. It can go with just about every other color and still look lovely!  It's been a favorite of mine because it's not as dramatic as black, nor as earthy as brown and isn't as traditional as navy but can still be dressy & formal or laid back & relaxed. ('course black, brown and navy still have a place in my life...but you understand where I'm going;) hehe) This color tends to be gloomy for many people but before you read any further, please think of all the color you can throw with it to still feel cheerful and happy! There are many various shades and tones of gray. Warm or cool. Silvery or gunmetal.  Try to choose ones that complement your skin tone and the colors you pair with it.  Gray in Clothing It works for all seasons, just pair it with seasonal colors...

I had several composition books and a binder sitting around looking bla and plain so last weekend I spruced them up in my spare time:)  Decoupaging is so simple but can totally transform so much!   Here's how to try your hand at it: Supplies: Elmer's glue | an old craft paint brush | some form of paper {I've used newspaper, wrapping paper, cut-outs from magazines and scrapbook paper. I also want to try using maps. So get creative... there's lots you can use!} | something to decoupage! {notebook, small box, something wooden... there's all sorts of possibilities. My next step is to try it on glass and see how that works} 1) Prepare your space by laying down newsprint:)  2) Dilute your glue {roughly a tablespoon of water to a 1/4 cup of glue. You don't want it too runny so add a small about of water at a time} and be sure you have your paper or cut-outs prepared (torn, cut, etc.). 3)Brush a coat of glue onto the item you are decoupaging then place your paper on,...

I found this in my inbox tonight from Anthropologie and it just made me *so* happy! Doesn't everyone want to do this on a random Autumn day?!  (p.s. notice the detailed crocheted dress paired perfectly with tights to warm it up!!}