Get Well Gift Ideas

Unless you are a doctor or a nurse, you might feel helpless when you find out a friend is at home sick.  You know you can't do anything to take away the sickness, so what do you do to show them you care, while still keeping a safe distance?

Whether you enjoy cooking, baking, crafting, or just want a quick pick up option, here are some porch drop ideas to show someone you care.

Gray and White Modern Bathroom Renovation: Before and After Reveal

The renovation is complete, and my parents' bathroom has been brought into the modern era!  With white and gray tile, warm gray cabinets, the gorgeous Biscotti granite, and some beautiful mirrors, which were sponsored by Wayfair, this bathroom is a show stopper!  I am so excited to share with you the amazing transformation!

A Bathroom Renovation Guide: Selecting, Measuring & Installing

If you've ever renovated a bathroom, then you know there are so many details to take into consideration, like how to choose a shower head, how to measure a shower door, how to measure and choose the right toilet, how to choose the right bathtub, and how to hang that heavy mirror.  Since I have been helping my parents with some design choices for their bathroom renovation, the need for some expert advice on bathroom renovating has come to my attention.  So, I pulled together a few articles that will hopefully give you the basic information you need.  

DIY Copper Pendant Lights

Don't you just love when you can breathe new life into something?  I know I do.  Years ago, when my husband and I cleaned out his old house, we found some pendant lights from the house he grew up in.  They were so cool I wanted to revive them.  They've always been in the back of my mind, and over the years, I decided to add copper to make them really pop.  I finally got to the project, so today, I share with you my happy, creative moment.

Picnic Perfect Proposal

Picnic Perfect Proposal

 
Finding the perfect proposal is an art form...and so is this picnic perfect proposal that incorporates an art activity, cheese tray, and delicious drinks.  It's how my husband proposed to me many years ago.  It's a winning engagement tale, and this picnic basket set sponsored by Wayfair makes it even better!

3D Flower Art Card

All over pinterest, I have been seeing 3D flower art.  So, when I wanted to make a special thank you card for an amazing friend, I knew that I wanted to try the 3D flower art for myself.  Here is a look at my take on this current trend.

Vintage Spy Themed Birthday Party

Kids always seem to love a good spy party, and why not?  It is so much fun!  This party has it all --vintage spy decorations, fun spy activities, spy themed food, and of course, an awesome spy party goodie bag.

Girl's Bedroom Styling and Tips

Styling spaces is one of my favorite DIY projects.  I love the simplicity of finding inexpensive ways to make big updates.  Recently, I worked on a few updates for this Asian cherry blossom and flamingo inspired girl's bedroom.  Who says you can't combine 2 things that don't quite go together into a very cohesive and fun theme?  I'm all about personalizing things to make a happy space, no matter how odd it might seem.  That's why Asian cherry blossoms and flamingos make a perfect pair for this room restyle.

Upholstered Headboard from a Baby Crib

Are you ready to change up that old headboard or baby crib?  Then you have come to the right place.  You are about to find out how easy it is to make this DIY headboard.  I recommend finding an awesome friend or two, like I did, because you will need more than one set of hands.

Acts of Encouragement: Be Intentional about Encouraging Others.

Encouragement is a common word, maybe you use it on a regular basis, but have you ever stopped to truly define it?

Merriam Webster’s online dictionary says,   

Encouragement is "the ACT of Giving HOPE or CONFIDENCE."

Think about that for a moment.  You, through encouragement, have the POWER to give someone hope or confidence!

Pink Hot Chocolate Recipe

Ditch those hot chocolate packets, and make your own hot chocolate from ingredients you probably already have on hand.  This easy and quick pink hot chocolate will inspire you to start thinking outside the hot chocolate packet box.

Cozy Winter Hallmark Movie Night Party

  
Winter is the perfect time for a cozy movie night at home!  That's why I designed this Cozy Hallmark Winterfest Movie Night In for me and my girlfriends. It's packed with cozy, winter decor for the home and table, and includes a menu that is sure to warm your heart, just like the Hallmark movies.  Although this post is sponsored by Wayfair, these cozy winter movie night ideas are all mine.

Bonus Room Makeover with Global Bohemian Accessories

If you have ever doubted the power of accessories, today's room redo should make you a believer.  We recently bought a new, comfy sectional for our favorite room of the house - our bonus room.  We chose a neutral sofa color.  Immediately after delivery, I knew I had to add some pops of color to the room.  I was looking for rugs and pillows when Wayfair invited me to participate in their "change your rug, change your room" challenge -- perfect timing!  So here is my awesome accessory room makeover.  I am amazed at the transformation.

Football Tailgate Wedding Rehearsal and Party Decor

Football season is here, and I just love football tailgate themed parties.  That's why I was excited when my mom asked me to decorate for my little brother's rehearsal dinner a couple of years ago.  He and his wife are big UGA fans and love tailgating at the Georgia Bulldog football games.  So, they requested that we create a football tailgate themed wedding rehearsal.

Grilled Pineapple with Maple Cream Glaze

When it comes to barbecues and cooking out, sometimes dessert gets put on the back burner.  However, these Maple Cream Glazed Pineapple Slices are a great way to put dessert back in the spotlight.  It's a quick and easy recipe that will have your party guests oohing and ahhing.

Baker's Boxes as Seen on Atlanta & Company

Niki setting up for Baker's Box segment on Atlanta & Company

          On Tuesday, I did another segment for Atlanta & Company.  Four years ago I went back to school to complete my Broadcast Journalism degree because I love to creatively tell a story that will encourage and inspire.  The fact that I now have so many opportunities to couple that passion for communication with some of my other favorites in life, like DIY and crafting is "the icing on the cake."  Just follow along while I show host, Christine Pullara, how to create these decadent looking cake-inspired gift boxes.

 

DIY Didn't I Think of This Sooner

Don't you just love the "Ah-ha" moment!  Sometimes it's using an everyday item that the rest of the world has been using for years, or sometimes it is using something in a new and different way.  Either way, it's usually something that was right in front of you all along.  So when Wayfair invited me to join in on their "DIY Didin't I Think of This Sooner?" sponsored campaign, I knew that I could come up with a list of those moments...so here are just a few.

4 DIY Pillow Makeovers as seen on Atlanta & Company

4 DIY Pillow Makeover Options

It can be so easy and inexpensive to do a DIY Pillow Makeover.  If you want to see just how easy, you can check out the video below from my recent visit to Atlanta & Company.

Hallmark Home & Family DIY Expert

Hi Everyone!

I am competing for a chance to be Hallmark Home & Family's DIY expert for a week.  I would LOVE to win this because I love helping others by taking the fear out of crafting.  It would be an unbelievable way to start my career.  I've been dreaming of being a tv DIY expert for years, and the timing couldn't be more perfect since I am only 1 class away from finishing my Broadcasting degree.

Easy & Delicious Greek Turkey Burger Recipe

Take your burger to the next level by making this easy, delicious Greek turkey burger.