Sunburst mirrors are all the rage. I keep thinking they might start to loose popularity but they are only gaining momentum. One would be perfect above my bed in my new room. (Via Made By Girl) (Via Desire to Inspire)(Nate Burkus)Problem is they come with a hefty price tag.I found this one at Home Goods. Wrong color and too small. Price, $29.00...SOLD!Time to DIY it up a bit.BBQ Bamboo skewers at the grocery store: $0.97. Glue gun + one hour + burned fingers. Black spray paint first. Then

People say, "never shop when you're hungry." If you do, things like cheese in a can will end up in your grocery cart. These little men were introduced to Easy Cheese last weekend. 50% un-nutritious, 50% fun with your food. If only they made vegetables squirt out of a can...now there's a million dollar idea!

I've been promising pictures of my bedroom makeover for weeks now. I'm waiting on a couple of final touches to arrive in the mail that I'm hoping will give the room some BAM(!) before I reveal everything. I am however, going to give you a little sneak peak on one of the wall hanging projects we did.I have a new/old dresser in my newly made-over bedroom. Above it was one big blank wall that needed something. If I had my druthers I would have a big, architectural mirror or an original piece of

Anakin Skywalker has been walking around our house lately. At first glance he's pretty life-like. We picked him up at the neighbor's yard sale for $1.00. (Don't worry he's been thoroughly disinfected). Jake moved him in to the guest room. I nearly had an accident when I walked by and saw him laying there. Bedroom update: I know I've been promising pictures of my new bedroom. They're on their way. One week! For real this time!

When it comes to my decorating budget you might say I'm a cheapskate. I just don't see the logic in paying a whole lot of money for things that may eventually wear out, break down or go out of style. I love to stalk estate sales. Here in Tucson there is one company imparticular that does a really great job. They hold up to three sales around the valley every Saturday at homes of people who have either passed away, want to downsize, moving, whatever (I prefer not to know). On Thursdays they

I have a serious sweet tooth. I've learned that I just cannot make sweets because it's always too big a temption not to eat the whole darn thing. An invitation to a Labor Day Party called for some serious chocolate indulgence. Chocolate Trifle is really easy. Throw in anything chocolate-y- and layer it! I layered this trifle with brownies, chocolate pudding, Heath Bars, Oreos, chocolate syrup, carmel syrup and whipped cream. SINFUL!