DIY: Double-Tier Shelf w/ Wooden Beads

December 27, 2017 Eye Love You Co.

Before Justin and I moved into our house, we were in desperate need of a shelf in our bathroom and craft room. Since I had the time, I was on a mission to figure out how to make a swing shelf I saw at Anthropologie. I knew that I would not make an exact replica, but one that was more simple and fitted to my liking. Then, I had this idea that I wanted to make two shelves with some playful accents. I originally saw the design from this Scandanavian blog post. I couldn't quite make out the directions, but the pictures surely helped. I even added baby pictures of Justin and I in her room, ha!

*MATERIALS

red oak planks (divide the large plank in half; our planks ended up being roughly 1" x 7" x 48")
wooden beads
string
nail hooks (make sure to get two)
drill
level

DIRECTIONS

1. Drill 1/2" sized holes in all four corners of both wood pieces.

2. Measure 1 inch away from both edges of all four corners and mark a pencil/pen mark to help you with the drilling location.

3. Drill your hole in an area that will allow for wood particles to fall on the floor, like the edge of a counter.

4. Sand down any rough edges around the holes.

5. Cut your desired length of string (2). We cut 2 pieces of string, both 10 feet each.

6. String 5 wooden beads through 1 strand of string. If you are having trouble getting the string through the bead, you can always tape the edge of the string to allow for a smooth slide. Decide how many beads you want to distribute for each side. Put each edge of the string through both holes on one edge of the shelf. Repeat this process for the other edge of the plank.

7. On the plank with the two strings, figure out the distance you want to hang the shelf on the hooks, flip the plank upside down, tie knots (about 2 knots so that it does not go through the hole) to secure the top plank. and put as many beads as you want for the second plank. We chose 3.

8. Install the hooks on the wall. Make sure you use anchors! Use a ruler with a level to make sure your shelf is not crooked and draw points for where you want your hooks to go in the wall.

9. Hang the shelf. Adjust the knots accordingly.

ITEMS ON SHELF

1. Unicorn doll (I also love this one too!)

2. Triangle book by Mac Barnett

3. P.F. Candle Co. Juniper Candle

4. Llama (similar here)

5. Embroidered hoop with name

6. Frame (part of set)

7. Clay rainbow

OPTIONS

*You can decide how long you want your string to be and the type of beads and how many you want. Also, you have the power to decide what hooks you want to use as well.

DIY: Strawberry Fields Baby Costume

October 22, 2017 Eye Love You Co.

Halloween is just around the corner and, to be honest. I had been brainstorming and planning Juniper's costume back in July. I know you are probably thinking, "She has too much time on her hands." On the contrary, I just knew that I wanted to make my baby's first costume for Halloween. I grew up wearing handmade costumes and I always thought they were the best because they weren't prefabricated from a costume store and I liked knowing that I wouldn't be wearing the same costume as another kid.

I wanted to be able to make this costume, but I didn't want things to be too complicated. I thought about making her a fruit, so I chose a strawberry. One major reason for this is because I refer to strawberries as "strawbabies." I know it makes no sense whatsoever, but I just thought it would be cute for her to be a strawberry.

MATERIALS:

red onesie (I bought a long-sleeve one because it might be cold at night)
red tights
daisy ribbon
green felt (I chose two different shades of green)
fabric scissors (these ones are my favorite and they are shiny)
hot glue gun (not in picture, but very necessary if you plan on using the mini pom poms)
sewing needles (if you wish to hand sew some items)
green elastic ribbon
yellow sewing thread (Initially, I thought white, but yellow gave the outfit a pop of more color)
sewing machine (I have an old Husqvarna Viking sewing machine at home)
mini yellow pom poms
pattern for collar and leafy greens (FREE PRINTABLE)

DIRECTIONS:

1. Use this pattern to cut out a leafy collar to sew/glue on the onesie. You can add more green shades to add more dimension. I added a daisy embellishment to the collar.

2. Cut your desired length of elastic for your baby's head and sewing both ends. Cut out the leaves from this pattern and add the daisy embellishment. I used three leaves to form a cluster. Sew/Glue the leaf cluster on the elastic. To prevent scratching on the babies head, add a piece of square felt to cover the elastic.

3. Sew/glue on the mini yellow pom poms on the onesie to add as a the strawberry seeds. You can also add yellow pom poms to the tights as well.

5. And you have a strawbaby, I mean, strawberry baby costume!

OPTIONS:

*There are so many ways you can make this costume! You can create your own felt daisy, or individually sew on the seeds on the onesie. I just wanted to add pom poms so Juniper could see and feel different textures. Also, putting on tights is optional as well. I just thought about her being cold when we went trick or treating with her cousins.

DIY: Room Spray

October 9, 2017 Eye Love You Co.

During my pregnancy and after the birth of Juniper, my sense of smell has definitely heightened. Justin and I have been putting her business in our dog poop bags, haha. As for us, I caved in and bought Aesop's Post-Poo Drops, but the container broke and can be a bit pricey for going No. 2, so I went ahead and made my own version at a fraction of the cost, but in a spray version. This can live in your bathroom, the nursery, or anywhere in your home. This particular blend has a floral/fruity smell. I swear it works because I used it in the nursery to mask poo odors from Juniper.

MATERIALS