Entry Way on the Way!

Tonight I got a chance to work on the curtain for the entry way. We have a small window next to the door & I love how it lets light into the entry way. Problem is... people can see right in! I didn't want to cover it up with blinds because I wanted the light through, but then again I wanted some privacy.
I decided I would go with a sheer curtain. I ran into a couple little hiccups though. First problem is window sheers for that size can run $20 & up, no thank you! I decided I would keep an eye on clearance at Target, like I usually do. To my surprise I found a pair of cream sheer curtains for $1.98!! That's right I said I found some for under two bucks, score score score :) I quickly came to realize this "pair" of curtains was no longer a pair, hence why it was on clearance. No biggy though because just my luck I only need one curtain. Second problem was that it was about 10 inches too long. Problem solved, again, because I can sew.
Well here is the finished product. Custom fit by your's truly & only $1.98!!! Yes yes yes! Perfect color to accent the rug & to keep the space full of light.
Even though I got this little curtain accomplished there still is so much more to do! Oh gosh I feel like this house will be my never ending project. One step at a time though :)

Curtains!

Okay, so don't mind the horrible pictures my ipad takes, but here is a little taste of what I've been working on all night! I've always wanted ceiling to floor curtains & they are super pricey, so I thought I'd just make some of my own! I adore how they turned out.
I didn't get a chance to work on the sheer curtains to go behind these ones yet though. We're a tad low on funds, but once I get the chance I'll go get the rods for the sliding door & get those curtains up too. It's nice to see some things slowly coming together & a plus to finally get some privacy. Next is to get the dining room curtains done & them work on getting all Barrett's toys out of the living room!
Don't worry, I'm hoping to post some good pictures of things once I get the opportunity to.

Twenty Thirteen

I'm super excited to start 2013!! We get to start our new year off as home owners & lucky parents to one crazy adorable 15 month old boy. What else could we ask for?!
We have been & are surrounded by some amazing friends & family. My parents are super supportive, giving, loving & Barrett can't get enough of them. My sister always finds time to stop by & get quality time with Barrett & help me out with the new house, even though she is swamped at work most weeks. We've also made some amazing friends over this past year & I'm more than thankful to have met them. I love everyone in our life & everyone that has made a huge effort to be in our life as well XOXO
We have such an amazing year ahead of us & I can't wait for it to start!! Thank you for everyone that has helped us get where we are today & showed us that good things can happen to good people. Happy 2013!!!