Crafternoon - Frosted Windows

At my house, we have quite a few windows. Which of course means spending quite a bit of money on window dressings. Or does it?

I recently came across an interesting idea, for creating a cheap alternative to curtains or blinds, but still allowing you the beautiful sunlight. Contact Paper,

Yes, the very contact you would cover books with, also works really well as a window treatment. I originally saw it here, and couldn't wait to go home and try it out for myself!

So, $3 and a combined total of 12 hours later, I am so happy with the results! It took a bit of dedication but once I worked out optimum placement for the pieces, everything else worked out like  a charm. I even remembered to take a few photos for you!

Start off with a stencil...


Then start tracing... Remember to draw on the paper side of the contact, not the shiny side.


Then start cutting. Trust me, you're going to want someone to help with this, two hands (with scissors) are better than one.



Chose your window, and make sure you clean it really well. The cleaner the window, the better the contact will stick.



Start sticking!


It's time consuming, but so worth it in the end. I love the overall look! I left a gap at the top and the bottom of the window, as I liked the look of it. It took about 80 separate shapes to do the one window, so make sure you cut out plenty of shapes. 

Now, on to the next project...

Love,

J xx

Bathroom Wish List

Now that we've moved into the master bedroom (well, almost), we're using the en suite bathroom. It's tiny. I mean really small. We've got the shower, toilet, and basin with a small cupboard underneath. There is a medium sized window and a small round mirror on the wall. We also have a sliding door to the bathroom. 

I've been trying to think of a way to update the room, but without spending a whole lotta money, and still keeping the bathroom rental friendly. 
I'm in love with the colour teal at the moment, and would love to be able to incorporate the colour into the room. I have to paint the walls white, so at least I'll have a neutral base to start off with. I'm thinking of doing some sort of feature wall, on the wall with the mirror. Something like below, but invert the colours. I don't know if I should by contact, instead of wall paper, or some sort of decorative tape. 

Next to the basin, on the left hand side, is a bit of dead space. I'd like to be able to put some sort of skinny shelving there, so I can increase the storage, but I can't quite work out the perfect design. Failing that, I'll hang my hair dryer there hahaha


 

Of the above three, I like the one on the very right. It's not too high, has shelves and a cupboard, but I think it might be a little wide... awks.

I'm also in love with the idea, of a really big mirror on the wall, hanging landscape style. With a nice ornate frame. I think it would be a piece of art in it's self! Plus, then I can actually see my face to do my make up :)

There are so many options for storage and design, I even dream about doing up my bathroom! Hopefully I can make a decision, and we can have a nice bathroom for once!

Stay tuned for more updates about our house!

Love,

J xx