A Finished Project

I actually finished something (besides a sentence). Sometimes, I can't even finish my own thoughts around here, but I actually finished this. Here is the before picture:

(Nice, but plain fireplace)
(Someday, I'm going to paint the brick and get a new mantle,
but I'm pacing myself)

Now, here are the after photos: Wait, do you need a close-up?

What is it, you ask? It's the Ragamuffin Garland I made, that The Nester taught me. Isn't it lovely? I think it was just the touch my drab fireplace needed, and it has all the colors I love! You can make one, too - it's all just about cutting strips and tying them on...and then tying more...and then some more. Get the idea? You can even tie stuff to the garland, like my sweet little "P" or clips for attaching pictures or personal things. You can add strips of fabric that have personal meaning to you, too...baby blankets, worn-out shirts, kids' clothes...just about anything. And you can adjust the length to fit your space.

Thank you, Nester for this great project! I'm still gathering up my courage to try one of your window mistreatments...one of these days I'll just get over my perfectionism & fear of commitment & do it! For those of you that don't have those problems (or don't want them haha) you should check out her blog. She has amazing decorating ideas...click on The Nester above.

Happy Friday!