Frugalicious Friday...55th Edition!

Hey everyone...welcome to the 55th edition of Frugalicious Friday!  Sooo wish I could say we have an awesome Giveaway today, but...alas we don't.

I've been distracted lately by our...

NEW BLOG DESIGN!

If things look different around here...I only have Smitten Blog Design to thank!  Yup, I was looking for a sleek, modern, and uncluttered design ...and the perfect backdrop for featuring YOUR fabulous designs n' products!   

And Smitten Blog Design nailed it on the head!  Thank you Kate, thank you Jacquelinne...you guys rock!  Okay back to the par-tay, where gettin' thrifty without sacrificing style is what it's all about. 

So link up those fabulous finds, crafts and Diy projects...and give us the scoop on how you find fabulous!

Guest Blogger...Autumn from Design Dump!

Hey guys...it's Thursday and time for another fabulous Guest Blogger! Autumn from Design Dump is here and I'm super excited!

If you haven't been by to visit this fun blog yet, let me fill you in. Autumn loves interior design, architecture, pretty parties, beautiful stationary and creatively wrapped gifts. This blog is her place to *dump pretty ideas and beautiful inspiration.  Well Autumn can "dump" her design ideas here anytime!

And so without further delay, take it away Autumn...
...
 Many thanks to Jane for inviting me to be here today at Finding Fabulous!
As an interior designer, I have a passion for all things related to architecture, remodeling and home decor, but I also have a secret obsession with wrapping gifts. Today I will be sharing some super chic, cheap and e-a-s-y gift adornments. Yes, I realize that Halloween is this weekend, but before you know it, Christmas will be here! And, if you are anything like me, you can never start planning too soon.
...

 These gift adornments are so versatile---by alternating the felt colors and ribbon, they can be used for birthdays, baby showers, hostess gifts, and of course, Christmas.
...

Here is what you will need:

gift boxes

felt

ribbon

something round to trace

scissors,  marker, glue gun

paper or fabric (if you choose to cover your box)

Trace your circles onto some felt.

Fold each circle in half and cut two small slits on either side of the center.

This is what you will end up with.

Start to thread your felt circles onto your ribbon.

Tie the ribbon around a gift box.

You're done!

Didn't I tell you it would easy?

And not to mention CUTE.

And cheap.

What a great combination, huh?

 

Here is a variation where I covered the top of the box with scrapbook paper.

And another variation using alternating large and small circles with the same color felt.

Happy wrapping friends!

Wow, what a thrifty and chic alternative to a regular old bow!  And I love how clean n' simple this is...like modern little flower petals!  And with Christmas just around the corner...the timing couldn't be more perfect. 

Thank you Autumn for sharing this fabulous tutorial...I love, love this simple idea!  Give Autumn a shout at her blog Design Dump! 

A Marketplace Feature...Owl Really.

This week's Marketplace Feature goes to...a fun lil' Etsy shop called Owl Really based in Nashville, TN.

Don't you just love the name!  Turns out the name refers to an inside joke.  Well their products are no joke.  Yup, quirky - fun - eclectic - one of a kind...

Adorable Wooden Owl Shelf

Vintage Chartreuse Fancy-pants Clock

Cheery Yellow Wall Sconces

Orange Bauble Ring



Vintage Green Coffee Pitcher

***************************************

So what do you think...Owl Really?  Ahhh, Yes...Really.  Go check em' out - you'll find home decor items that are anything but ordinary, and everything eclectic and fun.

Fabulous Chalkboard Accent Wall!

...
You have got to check out this fabulous chalkboard wall

 from The Jones Design Company! 

***********************************

What a fun accent wall for a study or home office...and functional too!

Ahhh...those hand painted quatrefoil walls, those sconces, that shabby - chalky patina...get the full story here.

Frugalicious Friday Favorites & A Designs by Paola Winner!

...
....///..

I gotta tell ya... Frugalicious Friday ROCKED last week!  If you linked up...Thanks for helping to make this day thrifty, fun and Fabulous!  I saw trendy design revamps, awesome Diy projects and of course creative crafts!  

We've got a Designs by Paola winner to announce today, but first here are a few favorites that without a doubt...caught my eye!
......

 Adorable Little Girls Ruffled Dark Blue Jeans @ Aquamars

...

 Painted Up French Medallion Coffee Table @ Twice Lovely

...

Funky Fabric Office Chair Makeover @ Laura Thoughts

...

Ruffled Tee-Shirt Revamp @ All Things Heart and Home

...

Vintage Inspired Nursery @ Fresh Poppy Designs

...

Goodwill Lil' Chair Revamp @ Craftily Ever After

So Green (literally)...Upcycled Beer Bottle Soap Dispenser @ Simcoe Street

...
Okay, give these gals above a visit...yup, they've got fabulous designs and projects to swoon over!

******************************************

Alright, without further delay, the winner of the $25 Gift Certificate from Designs by paola is...  Claire from Bless My Nest!

Congratulations Claire...have fun picking out those adorable Party Decorations and Accessories!  I'll be in touch to gather your contact information and to get you connected with sweet Paola!

Okay guys, Frugalicious Friday is of course ON again this week!  And will be have a Giveaway?  Check back Friday to find out.  So get those projects ready...I always look forward to seeing your fabulous finds, crafts and Diy projects!

See you then!

DIY Ballard Inspired Bench!

Ahhh, I LOVE this Ballard inspired bench!

Does your home need some extra seating maybe in a foyer or mudroom?  Build your own custom bench!  Yup, it only sounds intimidating.

Click here for the surprisingly easy tutorial from Two Friends, Two Cities.

And it only took two hours to make...Amazing!

**************************************************

Marketplace Monday...11th Edition!

Hey guys...welcome to the 11th edition of...

 Marketplace Monday! 

Wahoo, we had over 85 participants last week...if you linked up, thank you for the "linky love"!  This "marketing themed" party is growing every week, so let's keep the momentum going...and tell all your creative friends and shop owners about this fun day.

  If your new to Finding Fabulous...Marketplace Monday features Amazing Momprenuer's and On-line Boutique owners across the web! 

...

Our Marketplace Feature from last week went to Angie from the Country Chic Cottage.  This fun lil' Etsy shop specializes in Vintage and Handcrafted items for that one of a kind farmhouse chic look.  Ahhh...farmhouse chic, I am in LOVE with this design combination!

Okay guys, don't be shy...if you create it, and sell it on-line, then join the party!  We can't wait to see your newest shop items. As usual, one On-line shop or boutique is featured every week in our Marketplace Feature...so be on the lookout for that!

So link up your fabulous products, and don't forget to surf the links.  Yup, let's support our creative on-line Marketplace!

Sale Alert...Toby and Max Jewelry!

****Sale Alert****

We've got a fabulous Sale to share with you today!

Toby and Max jewelry...one of our fab Sponsors over there to the right, is having a sale all week-end that ends Monday night at midnight.  In a nutshell their offering...25% off everything in their boutique!

And here's the fun part...for Finding Fabulous Readers only, Toby and Max will give an extra 5% off every purchase if you post about Toby and Max on your blog or facebook!

 Wahoo that's 30% off...don't you just love a great Sale?



To take advantage of this fabulous offer...use the coupon code - Loyalty at checkout.  It's that easy!

Toby and Max - Check em' out! 

Sale ends Monday, October 25th at midnight.  Click here for more information on this great Sale.

Guest Blogger...Emily from the Jones Design Company!

Hey guys if your looking for Frugalicious Friday...click here.
...
Okay, back to our regularly scheduled programming. :)


*******************************************

Wahoo, we've got a fabulous guest blogger in the house today!  Emily from the Jones Design Company is here! 

And in honor of our philosophy here at Finding Fabulous...you know - decorating for less and thinkin' outside the design box?  Emily is sharing a tutorial on her fabulous cable knit pillow!  Okay Emily, take it away...
...

Thanks Jane for having me today! I love a good project and when it is low cost, it is even better.  Today I’ll show you how I made a cozy, classic and simple pillow using a thrift store sweater. I call it the...

Here is what you’ll need:

:: a sweater

:: down pillow form

:: scissors, tape measure, pins

:: sewing machine

:: needle & thread

STEP ONE: cut the arms off the sweater

I found this Eddie Bauer turtleneck cable knit at Goodwill for $5.99. It was in great shape {barely worn} and I love that it is part angora. If you have an old sweater in your closet, this would be a great way to reuse it.

STEP TWO: cut out the front and back of the pillow

measure the insert to determine the size of the pillow adding 1/2 inch to each side for seam allowance {my pillow form was 16 inches, so I cut the sweater to 17 inches}

measure and cut {I cut both front and back at one time being sure to keep the two pieces lined up}.

You will have two identical pieces.

STEP THREE: pin right sides together

STEP FIVE: stitch around the perimeter of the pillow

Using a regular stitch, be sure to leave an opening at the bottom of the pillow and back stitch several times to secure.

STEP SIX: trim the edges

cut the corners at a diagonal and trim excess material from the seam allowances

STEP SEVEN: turn right side out

STEP EIGHT: add the insert and hand-stitch close

So cozy!

Ahhh, I am in LOVE with this thrifty lil' project.  And how Ah-mazing that this stylish n' cozy pillow was made with a thrift store sweater!  Yup, this is definitely a "think outside the design box" project! 

Thank you Emily for stopping by today and sharing this fabulous tutorial!  Give Emily a shout over at the Jones Design Company.  You'll find many more simple and trendy design ideas!

  

Please visit my site for many more great tutorials!

http://jonesdesigncompany.com/