Let it all Hang out

Some women have more than others, but we all have them.  Why hide them in boxes and drawers or leave them tangled on your dresser.  It's time to put your necklaces on display as wearable art in an upcycled frame.
After some browsing for inspiration, here is what I put together.
First, figure out how many necklaces you actually have and clean out the ones you no longer want.  Take the unwanted jewelry to Goodwill.  Buy a cheap frame while you are there.  I got mine for $4.00. 

Remove the glass and picture.  Paint the frame a new color.  Painting covers all the scratches.  I choose a shabby chic blue, but any color would be great.  A really bold bright yellow for a modern look or a gray or white for a classic look.  Use your own fashion for inspiration.

I cut some cork board to the size of the cardboard picture backing.  I glued them together using contact cement.  While that was drying, I found some fabric to cover the cork with.  Again, anything to match your decor would be great.  Could be a cotton calico, an old dress, or a shirt that you love, but no longer wear etc.  Satin and velvet would give a formal look.  I think a vintage logo tee would make a great casual playful look.  (I want to make some more; there are so many possibilities.)

After attaching the fabric I marked the spacing for some upholstery tacks.  I hammered them in and taped the board in place.

Now, it's time to decide where to hang your new art.  After it's in the perfect place, start hanging your necklaces.  Not only does it make your space more beautiful, you'll find yourself wearing your necklaces more often because they will all be out to choose from.

It Beats the Crepe out of Ribbon

Ellesie was invited to attend a birthday party this last weekend.  We still had some festive wrapping paper left over from last year, but we didn't have any ribbon (and I love a bow on a present).  All I had on hand was some left over crepe paper from Ellesie's birthday and some Christmas bows. 
Then it hit me.  What else says "birthday party" or "lets celebrate" like crepe paper all over a room?  Why not use it to decorate our gifts, too?  It's a perfect accessory; it's cheap (50 cents to a dollar a roll) and comes in a rainbow of colors. 
So, I made a bow for our gift.  I think it turned out great.  Wish I had thought of this years ago, since ribbon can get pricey.  Besides, especially for a kids birthday, I really think the crepe paper is more playful and fun.

Another bonus, crepe paper is compostable!