The Interior DIYer
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Lately …

It’s been one of those weeks where I do nothing but curl up on the couch after work. Incredibly unproductive. For the little things that have happened this week, that were swell, but I can’t justify dedicating an entire post to each … 

I came home to a romantical surprise from husband. “Since I can’t get you hydrangeas this time of year, I got you these”.  For no reason. A massive stack of catkins* in the daintiest shade of pink. They’re one of my favourite flowers / buds because they feel like teeny kittens paws. 

I don’t write about beauty stuff, but having said that, I had the opportunity last year to get a gel manicure for free. It lasted over 3 weeks, and I was converted. They didn’t scratch or chip once. But at €40 at the salon for paying folk, I haven’t justified getting them since. Except this week I spotted the SensatioNail starter kit in Boots and couldn’t not get it. I did my nails last week and above is how they look today. What they say is true – once you shellac you never go back …

Initial sloppy sketches at my desk, but I’m very indecisive. I’m obsessed with picture frame tattoos these days, but haven’t found the right subject matter.

And lastly, we’re heading here next month for a mini holiday to celebrate our 7 year anniversary. I mean really, our hotel has its own beach. I’m jealous, and I’m the one going.

At long last, Friday is here! To all the mothers celebrating this Sunday – happy Mother’s Day 🙂 My mom has it made. I celebrate the Irish Mother’s Day with her ’cause I’m Irish, and my brother celebrates the Canadian one because he’s Canadian {we moved a lot when I was little}. So, she gets two Mother’s Days. Lucky duck.
  

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*Well I could hardly write “a massive stack of pussy willow”. Am I the only one who thinks that sounds really dirty?
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Living room makeover – painting update

At long last, our canvas is at peace. After my previous attempt, I knew exactly how I wanted to paint it, and finally finished it late last night.

I’ve really enjoyed uncomplicated artwork as of late, so I thought why not magic some up for myself. I wanted it to pop, for it to remain monochromatic, and something artsy fartsy yet simple going on in the middle. I also chose to hang it up compared to it previously sitting on our shelf, which I think has made a huge difference. 

At the moment I’m conscious of it looking a bit pretentious. But I’m really, really happy with it this time around, so that’s trumping my hesitations. 

And below, the ‘work’ I had done on it previously. I felt a whole mess of guilt painting over it at first thanks to your incredibly sweet and thoughtful comments, but for me, it’s previous state made me want to barf a little I felt wasn’t to its full potential. 

I finished painting late last night, and when husband saw it this morning all I heard was “Woah. That looks a lot better” from down the hallway. Happy face.

I hope you guys had a relaxing and / or refreshing weekend! It’ll be Mothers Day on Sunday here in Ireland so I’m determined for no last minute malarky this year. I have a couple tricks up my sleeve … 

xx A

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I like gooooold

Up until a couple of months ago, I wouldn’t look at gold. I grew up detesting anything and everything gold – maybe because I hate, hate, hate really didn’t like yellow. Something in my brain obviously changed, and since then I’ve been leaning in the direction of gold. Not massive amounts though. I think it can easily turn to overkill. Little touches, here and there. I’d say the fabulosity of Christine Dovey has had a massive part to play … 

Technically, the above curtain fixture is brass with an acrylic rod, but who cares when the eye candy is as serious as that. I need all of it. Five minutes ago. 

Alas, the weekend is finally here. Do any of you have any home projects lined up this weekend? I’ll be {fingers crossed} finishing my painting, partying, and taking pictures for a French magazine. Yep. That last bit is making me feel pretty damn fancy. I’m going to be really mean and leave you hangin’. Happy Friday, homies 😉 xx A
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