May 2013

A floral staircase... who would've thought it would be so cute? I love this DIY idea from Sarah Moore's book Vintage Home: Stylish Ideas and over 50 Projects from Furniture to Decorating. (image by Debi Treloar) The book looks great, and I am definitely planning to check it out to see if I can spot any handy hints or fun DIY projects for my own home. What I like about this project is that you can apply the same idea to different styles. So here, Sarah has used really pretty, dainty vintage floral papers to add a feminine edge to the stair risers....
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A homemade hopscotch grid like this is a great feature for a family garden and will look better and better as the years pass. Here are some instructions for a homemade hopscotch DIY. I love this idea for a home made hopscotch game. It is a neat way to introduce some fun into the garden and I know that kids and grown-ups alike won’t be able to resist having a go! If you have an area of dead space, a place where a fun pathway could be handy or an awkward corner to fill, then this is just the ticket.  It is...
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Check out this little video we made to find out how to get 20% off everything on the site this May! Save on our gorgeous cushions, art prints, lighting, stationery and more! Please share and help us spread the word about Pretty Dandy! Becky x p.s. if you're at work/whatever and can't see the video.... the code is AIRMAIL (Shh!)
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Spring always brings to mind yellow, from when the first daffodil and crocus flowers bloom through to the first rays of sun. So, I like to add a little extra yellow and a few other bright colours to my home at this time of year too. Here are 3 Spring finds that I think would help to amplify the light and energy in your home...hopefully bringing summer round early! 1. My Festival mug by Jansen & Co. Available from howkapow. 2. Kompotti chopping board by Marimekko. Available from finnish design shop. 3. Ceramic cellars by RossLab. Available from Etsy. And finally.... nothing says Spring...
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