DIY: The Perfect {Inexpensive} Bookshelf

A few months back I was on the hunt for a simple gold bookshelf.  I found that so many I loved were around $250 and up!  This just seemed a little crazy to me.  So I decided this gold bookshelf I was on the hunt for was now going to turn into a DIY.

After removing the gold element from my search I started to find several reasonably priced shelves that a can of gold spray paint would do wonders with.  I ended up purchasing the Vittsjo Shelf from Ikea in white for just $49.  

Next to dress this plain Jane up to her full potential.

A trip to Lowes for a few supplies and we were ready.

Shelf * Contact Paper * Pretty Scissors * Gold Spray Paint * Primer

Now that we have all the items, it's time to make this doll come to life.

I think it's totally up to you if you want to assemble before or after you paint.  I decided to assemble first, then spray.  Once I had the shelf together I started with the primer.  Even though the shelf was white, I still like to prime as it helps your paint adhere better.  Once the primer was dry, it was time to paint this beauty gold.  In the end I used almost 2 cans of paint.  It never ceases to amaze me what a can of paint can do for a lifeless piece.

The three middle shelves are glass, but the top and bottom are solid, some type of faux wood.

I decided to dress this piece up just a touch more by wrapping the top and bottom shelves in marble contact paper.  Seriously, this made the entire look of the bookshelf!

And...there you have it!  

I couldn't be happier with the end result.  Sometimes I find it's the DIY pieces in our home I adore the most.  They just feel a little bit more special to me.

Gifts For The Hostess

Our calendars tend to fill up fast over the holidays with casual family dinners, intimate parties with our closest friends, and large lavish soirees.  No matter the size of the gathering you will attend this holiday season, it is always a good idea to have a hostess gift on hand.

1. West Elm Diffuser

2. Animal Wine Stoppers

3. Monogram Wine Stopper

4. Mark and GrahamWine Tote

5. Coaster Set

6. Anthropologie Cheese Board

Remember, your hostess put a lot of time and energy into creating a memorable evening.  

Spoil her (or him) a little and you're sure to be the first wine glass topped off! ;) 

Cheers! 

Home Office {Take II}

One room in our house that I constantly put on the back burner is my office. I’ve had plans for this space since the day we moved in and recently have come to the decision that making plans just isn’t cutting it anymore.  I’m ready to see my workspace come together.  Originally, I wanted to go with a color pallet of white, gray, and shades of pink and coral.  Of course a year later I’ve completely changed my mind.  Since this will be the home office of Delightfully Chic I really want it to reflect the brand.  So, gold, black, white, and silver it is.  As I pull together my inspiration board I am beyond excited to wrap up the nursery (we are about 70% of the way complete) and tackle my office.  The place where my creative juices and dreams will run wild!

 I currently have the chair and desk pictured above and those really are the "biggies"! 

Yep, I think this time I might just get the job done!

 

5 NYE Recipes That Sparkle

Are you hosting the NYE bash this year? Or will you be attending a soiree to welcome the new 2016 year?  Either way, you might find yourself in the kitchen whipping up glamorous treats for the occasion.  Here are 5 recipes that sparkle and shine in all the right ways. 

 

 

Pink Champagne Cupcakes 

Champagne Chantilly Shooters

Gold Dipped Oreos

Gold Dusted Dark Chocolate Brownies 

Homemade Marshmallows Malted Caramel Swirl   

 

Living Room Inspiration with Powder Pink and Blue Dreams

The inspiration behind our formal living room comes from my parents home that I was raised in.

They had the most gorgeous living room. It was all white with gold oriental details that absolutely amazed me. Our living room is coming together piece by piece and I was so tickled a few weeks back when my best friend Katie was in town and said "wow, your living room totally reminds me of your parents living room".  

SCORE! I'm on the right track! 

You might remember this shot of a side table I restored that my mama gave to me and it now sits proudly in our  formal living room.   

 

You can see this DIY post here if you missed it!

 

With all that said, here are two rooms that have been floating around on our beloved Pinterest that 

continually catch my eye.  I have zero intentions of moving away from my original inspiration of my amazing parents space but, if I ever feel the need to mix things up, I will be dashing out to pick up all things powder pink and blue, and gold of course.

 

 Totally gorgeous right?!

 

Here are some pieces that I pulled together for inspiration 

that I would incorporate in my space if I ever get the wild hair to switch things up.

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 1. Joss & Main Marsha Tufted Sofa

2. One Kings Lane Rochelle Lamp

3. Houzz Mediterranean Pillow  Bellacor Rossette Square Pillow

4. !ndigo Gold Spike Pod (I actually picked up this prickly goodness last week...so fun)

5. Overstock Pakistani Hand-Knotted Tabriz Wool Rug

6. West Elm Origami Side Table

DIY Fun: #Dchic Project {End Table Plays Dress Up}

This past week I decided to take on a little DIY project and fix up an old end table.  

 I found this gem when Scott and I were moving into our new home and treasure hunting through our parent's houses and storage rooms.  My mom had this darling piece tucked away in storage and I immediately asked if I could swipe it and have a little fun with the paint brush!  

 This was by far one of the easiest furniture fixer uppers I’ve taken on and it has added 

such a nice touch to our formal living room. 

First I gave the pieces a good "bath" so it could shine pretty for it's before pic!

Then I sanded

 Next I put a coat of primer on- I made the mistake of grabbing oil based primer instead of a water based primer but, the end result was not affected.  Just a PAIN to clean the brush!

Next, a good ole coat of white paint!! Oh the wonders of paint!

The next two steps I completely forgot to snap pics of but, I picked up a $2 bottle of gold metallic paint from Hobby Lobby and a tiny little brush and painted the two crevasses around the top of the table.  The table I felt from day one needed a cute knob on it so again my old trusty Hobby Lobby supplied me with a $6 drawer knob and I had Scott drill a hole and ta-da! We have a faux drawer! 

Here is the end result and I couldn't be happier!

This doll sits in our formal living room and I just love her!

Here's a question for you...I am thinking about painting the legs of our tufted grey chair white.  

Thoughts??