Read the sequence from the top before cutting, painting, or moving pieces.
Happy Friday! The end-of-school-early-summer life has gotten so busy (and so fun) that I totally missed sharing favorites with you last week — oops! I hope your spring-summer is off to a great start, too. This week we have some really great projects to share with you — last minute Mother’s Day options, plus some striking kitchens and tutorials! Have a happy Mother’s Day (or solid Women’s Day, as I like to call it — you can read more about that here) and a wonderful weekend!
Friday Favorites: Mother’s Day options + striking Kitchens
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go-to straightforward melt-your-heart Mother’s Day option: I’m a sucker for anything my kids make, and something that they make AND has their picture is a double-hit to my emotional sensibilities <3 These letter photo holders by BlueIStyle fit the bill just right — you can make them tonight to deliver to Grandma or Mom!
go-to alternate Mother’s Day gift option: For the mom that has everything, or in memory of Mom, I really liked this list of charitable gift options for Mother’s Day over at Brit + Co!
go-to save-it reference: A Darling Design put together a simply striking tablescape, plus a great guide on setting a striking table. well fitted for a Mother’s Day brunch like this… or do you serve mom breakfast in bed on a Handmade tray?
go-to new kitchen trend: I don’t see it as a trend more than an evolution of kitchen storage, but I LOVE having drawers in the lower cabinets instead of shelves, like this striking kitchen. (Photo ©Bekob | Home built by E&L Custom Homes, Designed by Osmond Design)
https://www.instagram.com/p/Bijr_o4n3kX/?taken-by=Bekob
go-to I-need-for-summer: We don’t have an in-ground pool or anything fancy, but my kiddos love playing in the water every day during the summer. This outdoor towel rack by Anika’s Handmade Life is pure brilliance, and it’s easily brought inside to dry towels, too.
go-to kitchen WOW: The Created Home redid her kitchen for the #oneroomchallenge and WOW — just look at all the added character and style! So much work, but what a payout!
go-to bunk room: I’ve always dreamed of having a room like this in our house someday for all the kids (or grandkids) to come sleepover and create memories! See part 2 of this room over on Instagram, too. And yes, the beds would be a pain to make, but totally worthy of an investment in zip-up bedding, right? (Photo ©Bekob | Home built by Magleby Construction)
https://www.instagram.com/p/BiHXKBBneul/?taken-by=Bekob
go-to succulent option: I’m still crushing on succulents, real or faux, so this embroidery hoop succulent arrangement by Our Crafty Mom is right up my alley!
go-to unexpected source: As a reminder that creativity abounds and inspiration can be found anywhere: that cushy plush pillow was made from a *bath mat*! Get the details over at Tidbits by Cami.
go-to hashtag: Okay, this one comes up every year, but I LOVE seeing all the #oneroomchallenge rooms. Go browse the hashtag on Instagram here — you’re sure to find some memorable inspiration and new accounts to follow! So many striking rooms, but after a long winter, I’m craving color so the ones that caught my eye were this non-traditional RED kitchen by @mila_jestcafe (see more here)
https://www.instagram.com/p/BipJI6uHAKA/?tagged=oneroomchallenge
and this vivid modern blue bathroom by @erinkestenbaum (see more here):
https://www.instagram.com/p/BimRmFhDguS/?taken-by=erinkestenbaum
Have a great week!
(Remember, our Bekob Anonymous link sharing has now moved over to our blogger group on Facebook, and we have a new Bekob Anonymous group for anyone, blog or not, to join and share projects, ask questions, and get inspired!)
