I’m back with a tutorial…shocking!! I know, I’ve been so sporadic with blogging. I have made this excuse before, but life gets busy and blogging gets put on the back burner. The truth is, I love blogging but it is so competitive. In this Pinterest age, every photo must be magazine quality and there are a million DIY blogs out there. Sometimes it feels pointless. However, I love it. So, I am thinking through what this blog will mean for me in 2015. I don’t want to give up just yet. But, I know of several bloggers that are calling it quits. Young House Love being the biggest. I think a lot of people are feeling the same way. Once I compile my thoughts, I will share them. For now, I have a new tutorial. (with less than Pinterest perfect photos because the lighting in our bedroom is impossible)
I’ve seen these swiss crosses around for awhile and I love how minimal and simple they are.
(throw from Urban Outfitters)
When we recently got a new bed (more on that soon!), I wanted to revamp some decor in our bedroom. In classic Homemade Ginger style, I didn’t want to spend any money and decided to reuse and repurpose some things we already had. I decided to use this frame to make my own version of the swiss cross pattern to bring into the room.
I started off with a large piece of poster board and measured out some general guidlines with a pencil.
Then, using a foam brush and some black paint, I started making my crosses. I wanted mine to have a looser brush stroke effect. To do this, make the middle of the cross first and then use less pressure to feather out the brush stroke a bit towards the ends of the lines.
I’m happy with how they turned out!
It was the most simple project ever!
I’m planning on doing a mini gallery wall and adding in some other elements. I will update you with the finished product!
Oh my goodness- your bedroom looks like things I've only seen in my dreams! You have AMAZING TASTE! LOVE YOUR DESIGNS! xoxo-Brook
I'm in the same place with my blog. I didn't do much last year because it all got so crazy competitive and I just chose my family and life over trying to keep up. I am praying about what my blog now means to me. I don't want to stop blogging but I do want to stop being part of the craziness. Not participating in a link party in a year kinda feels amazing. Lol.
Janiene
I really like the simplicity of the color and the style. Very nice!
Please don't stop! I totally understand why you'd want to withdraw from such a crowded space, but hearing you articulate your thoughts makes me realize why it's so important for creatives like you to keep contributing. I love the simplicity of your ideas combined with the heartfelt love you have for your family and home-that's what makes your projects and your writing special! I'm drawn more and more to blogs that don't push giveaways, sponsorships, and other money-making mechanisms in favor of focusing on creating what they love! Okay, I'm done ranting. Just know your hard work is appreciated in the blogosphere!
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