DIY Arrowhead Wallhanging

When I moved in to my apartment last September, I knew that I wanted all of my decor to be unique and interesting. But decorating can get pretty expensive, I knew that I was going to have to make a lot of things myself. But sometimes, even DIY projects can get expensive. 

This arrowhead wallhanging was less than $5 to make! 

Here is a list of the materials you will need:

1. String

2. Craft paint

3. Paintbrush (any size)

4. Something to draw with

5. Scissors

6. Lightweight cardboard 

7. A stick

The only materials that you may have to buy (unless you're big into crafting like me) are craft paint and string. These are relatively cheap items depending on where you get them. I strongly recommend Michael's craft store. 

I'm big on reusing and recycling materials. The cardboard that I used to make these arrowheads actually came from some empty veggie burger boxes! Also using sticks, gives branches a new life after falling off a tree.

Let's get started!

1. Start by drawing a few arrowheads on the white side of the cardboard. It took me a couple tries to get it right the first time. I ended up drawing one free-hand and using that as a module for my other ones.

2. Cut out your arrowhead shapes.

3. Paint your arrowhead! The box I used for this project used a lot of bright colors on the front so I had to do a few layers of craft paint in order to cover it up. 

4. After the paint has dried. You'll have to punch holes in your arrowhead shapes. I used a three-hole punch to get my holes. You can also use a single hole punch or even (if you have a steady hand) use scissors to cut a hole. 

5. Once the holes have been punch you'll need to tie some string to the shapes. Weave the string through the hole and tie a knot right where the tail of the arrow branches off.

Try to cut the string different lengths to add some depth to your wallhanging. 

6. Next you will have to tie your arrowheads to your stick. Also the shapes will hang best if the string is knotted underneath the stick.

7. The final step is to tie another piece of string to your project so that it can hang. I just doubled up on my string, you can also use thicker string if you have it.

Voila! You have finished your arrowhead wallhanging!

Technicolor Dream Coat

I am without a doubt a summertime person. I live for 90+ degree weather when the sun is shinning. Despite my love for hot days, I can't deny my relief when the days begin to cool down and I'm able to pull out my crazy sweater collection. When the weather gets cold, it's rare that you catch me without a big cozy mass of yarn on my body. 

I finally received this masterpiece in the mail the other day. Every year I try to limit the amount of sweaters I trickle into my closet. I mean how often are you going to wear all of them? As soon as I saw it in Free People's September catalogue, I knew that I just had to have it.

It is pieces like this that remind me why I fell in love with Free People in the first place. The cardigan itself is simple in its design, but the colors and yarns used are so unique! Also the material is so soft and cozy I almost fell asleep on my bus ride to class. Opps. 

Stay warm everyone! 

Crystals & Candles

Here's a little peek at my little window shrine. 

This weekend was wonderful - the perfect balance of work and fun. I'm hoping that my weekends will always be like this. 

Sanctuary

In Christianity, Judaism, and many other religions, a sanctuary refers a space within a place of worship that is sacred or holy. In this place, one is thought to be closest to god. For me, sanctuary means a place where I can just be; a place where my soul can thrive; where I can be closest to the things that mean the most to me. 

Here is a little peek at my sanctuary.

The quality of light is just amazing in this place. In the morning and throughout the day our rooms are drenched with light. It makes waking up a little easier in the morning. 

It is about day 10 of apartment life and Jacky and I have been adjusting quite well - we're becoming comfortable with our new commutes, who takes a shower when, typical roomie stuff. It feels great to have a space to call our own.

Y'all should come by for a visit…as soon as we get a kitchen table.

Shoutout to Lexii Morton for painting my bureau for me :)

More to come!

Transitioning

It feels good to have a day to just breathe. I feel that I write this often on this blog, because the days that I actually have time to sit and blog are those breathing days. 

On Monday I packed up my life and moved it to Allston. I have been looking forward to this move for MONTHS. Jacky and I found this adorable little place in Allston back in February and on September 1 we were finally able to move in! This space is great - small living area, but huge bedrooms, and lots of light. If there is one thing my room in Winthrop and my apartment have in common, its the amazing windows.

I have had a bit of a gypsy summer. I was always flitting from one home to the other - from my grandmother's house to my dad's or to my aunt's. It feels good to know that I won't have to do that anymore. Everything I need will be right here…as soon as I go home and get the rest of my stuff…

Until then, here's a little taste.