Thursday Threads: Noni Bee

11/30/2016


This post contains gifted items for collaboration. All thoughts and opinions are my own.


When I am out and about with the girls I am always complemented on their style... then how cute they are themselves. I really think this has to do a lot with a good portion of their closet being from small shops who offer unique stylish pieces. Things that aren't seen every day always attract more attention and I believe that holds true for clothing as well. Especially when they are being worn by the cutest little things on the planet. Not that I am biased or anything.
The children clothing shop Noni Bee is nothing short of any of this. I love the fun prints they offer, that can be paired together or mixed with items you already own. We threw a pair of Target leggings along with a few of their tops and of course it was adorable. The fabric is serious quality though. Like seriously, this fabric could go through five kids without an issue. Well besides kids finding a way to stain everything, that is probably an issue. But you feel me.












Speaking of stains, we also snagged one of their smocks for craft time. You should do the same because of all the obvious reasons. Now if we can only make dressing myself as fun as dressing the girls. That would be great.



This post includes items received in exchange for my post. All thoughts, images and opinions are honest and my own. As always thank you for supporting Little bits of Us.
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Rolltop Desk Makeover

11/29/2016

Last week in my Chicken Wire artwork display post you saw a roll top desk photographed. Well after I took those photos I was motivated to give it the facelift it needed. I purchased this desk for $45 last month and I couldn't have been more excited about it. While it doesn't serve the purpose I purchased it for (darn massive desktop computer) it was way to cute to part with. I may or may not have furniture hoarding tendencies.

So I decided to find another plan for my computer and go ahead with making over the desk. Last week I picked up a can of Rustoleum Chalked paint from Home Depot in fresh linen and gave it a coat of white. After painting some more pieces, and giving it some time I will do a review of their new chalked paint because I am not quite sure how I feel about it. But thats besides the point. After painting the desk I hit it with some sand paper to distress it and I love the ending result.







I am not finished with it yet, but the finishing touches will not be done for another couple months. The holiday season, and a husband about to return from deployment has my mind in other places so for now this will do. I eventually want to spray paint all the hard wear black (I think) and paint inside the drawers a super light chippy pink. Could you imagine... something besides white in my living space?!

Anyways, I hope you love the end result as much as I do and you are inspired to paint a piece of furniture yourself. I love creating the home I want without spending very much money. Let me know what you think in the comments bellow or find me on Facebook or Instagram to chat. Thank you for being here, and please come back soon.
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An easy farmhouse window DIY

11/28/2016


Hey y'all! I am back today with something I am so excited about.
1. Because it was so EASY.
2. It took me a total of like 2 seconds to complete. Okay thats a little dramatic but you get the point.



I had this window sitting in my garage just waiting for a project. Then while I was sitting in the playroom thinking of literally nothing I got hit like a ton of bricks to use it for this little project. See I had this gorgeous chicken sign hanging upstairs also waiting for a project. A dear friend left it sitting on my porch to surprise me and it has been waiting for Austin to get home to make a frame for it. So in my epiphany I thought why don't I use the window as a frame. I mean obviously.

So the project was this simple y'all. First I painted the window white with some chalk paint I had laying around. After it dried I flipped it over and put a layer of Modge Podge over the entire glass pane. I slowly laid the picture down and smoothed out all the bubbles. Or at least as many as I could. Then I brushed another layer of Modge Podge on the back of the picture. I let it dry, and that was it.






This project was free, easy, and turned out adorable. What do you think about it? Do you have any spare windows laying around just waiting for an idea? Id love to hear what plans you have for your old windows, or even see your projects! You can find me on Instagram, Facebook, or leave a comment below. As always, thank you for being here, I hope you liked with you found and your presence means so much.

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thanksgiving ramblings...

11/22/2016

Time to get corny on y'all. With thanksgiving here I thought I would share a few of the things I was most thankful for. Besides the painfully obvious of course.
DRIVE THRU COFFEE STANDS
Mom life is hard and there are certain things needed to survive. One certain thing in particular, caffeine and it tastes so much better out of a paper cup that is terrible for the environment (don't judge me). But I am also 99% sure I am not alone on this one.
WINE & CANDLES
After a long day nothing helps me relax more than a bottle (err glass) of wine and some good candles.  Everyone needs a way to unwind and that is my go to. Without it I would be even more tense then I already am.
ONLINE SHOPPING
We live at least 45 minutes from any decent shopping, an hour and a half away from good shopping. Need I say more? Oh I do? Amazon Prime.
MEXICAN DELIVERY
Look we all know delivery is the answer to all out greasy hair exhausted prayers but when your favorite Mexican place shows up at your door within an hour.... thank you Jesus. Now if only they can start delivering a margarita with that tasty dinner.

GILMORE GIRLS
Who else is counting down the seconds until the new episodes are released? I have watched Gilmore Girls since I was younger than Rory ever was and it has always been a favorite. I can't wait to find out where they all ended up, and I most certainly am keeping my fingers crossed it is such a hit they bring it back more permanently.
Living in 2016 has a lot of perks, and convenience is one of them. I often question where is the tribe you are supposed to get when you enter motherhood, and where is it available for purchase. But in this day and age I have come to realize a bottle of wine, a delivery man, and Netflicks can be my tribe and that isn't all that bad. I hope you guys are sitting around your tables this week with your hearts and bellies full. Of course, I am always so thankful and humbled that you have stopped by my little space of the internet to see what I am rambling about these days and it means more than I could ever say.

Happy Thanksgiving
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A do it yourself artwork display for all those special projects.

11/15/2016

We have arrived. We are at that stage where we have artwork pouring out our ears, and I wouldn't have it any either way. I just know this is going to be one of those stages I desperately miss. The pride beaning from those sweet cheeks after the girls scribble all over a piece of paper. But a fridge can only hang so much, and I always knew I wanted a more permanent solution when we had a playroom.




Materials Needed:
Enough scrap wood for the size you want.
Chicken Wire
Stain (for wood)
Spray Paint (for chicken wire)
Staple Gun
Screws

We started with Austin cutting the scrap wood to the sizes we wanted so I could stain the pieces. I used some Rust-Oleum Kona that we had laying around. After it dried he used screws to hold the pieces together. I knew I wanted the chicken wire to be black so he also spray painted that and let it dry. When it was ready he used his staple gun to attach it to the back of the frame. He put a couple D rings on the top corners to hang it from and it was done. A quick, cheap, and stylish way to display art work.

What do you think? How do you currently display your little ones art work? I would love to hear from you in the comments bellow or chat on Instagram or Facebook.



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An adventurous toddler and her winter style.

11/12/2016

This post is sponsored by Everywhere Agency on behalf of OshKosh B’gosh; however, all thoughts and opinions expressed are my own.


The time to switch out wardrobes has come and passed here in the Pacific North West and I always love looking into a closet full of new clothing for the girls. It is always so much fun putting new outfits together for the holiday season and Oshkosh B'gosh is one of our go to stores for kids style.

When I go shopping for the girls I always shop in both sections. In fact, most of my favorite clothing items are from the boy section. I love to mix and match pieces for a layered look that keeps them warm and stylish in these colder months. Don't let those pretty curls fool you, Lilly loves her "wild hair", getting dirty, and exploring outdoors. Comfort and durability are another requirement in the wet muddy months we have ahead of us.















Out of the two looks I created from Oshkosh B'gosh which one is your favorite? I love them both so much, but there is something about a pair of suspenders. Those shoes though, I have been lusting after them for months and they do not disappoint.

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