WANTED: Window Treatment Help

Here's one of the bedroom windows:



We had to get something that has blackout capabilities, as there's a street light outside the window that shines right onto John's face while he's trying to sleep. So, we got these blackout roman shades. They match the duvet fairly well (at least I think they do.) I feel like something's missing, though. I was considering draping a scarf-type sheer thingy over them, such as this (probably not this color, though):



Would that look ok? Does it matter if they're two different materials? Thoughts? Help!

Curse of the Blog-ino

I thought it best I get rid of the Sox background, as they seem to be in free fall and as we all know, my blog background has a direct correlation with how well the Red Sox play.

So, now we're on to a funky green "abstract" one. Reminds me of Spin Art from birthday parties of yore. Apparently Spin Art has been making a comeback, but after reading some reviews, it's clear that they just don't make toys like they used to.

Ahhh....the weekend

Some of you might be surprised to discover that I'm actually awake at 9:15 on a Saturday morning. It's unfortunate, but true.

So, now that I'm awake, I should actually get some things accomplished, don't you think?

On the docket for today:

1) Hang up hardware in master bath
2) Get a medicine cabinet/mirror for the main bath
3) Spray paint curtain rod for G's room
4) Stop by a friend's potluck cookout
5) Tag items for yard sale

I'd say I'd do some yard work, but since the last time I tried that I ran into some snakes, yes, that's right...snakes, I think I'll pass. Granted, they're harmless (allegedly) snakes (isn't that an oxymoron?), but they still scare the crap out of me. So, I'll be inside today, thanks.

P.S. A new background in honor of this weekend's Sox/Yanks series.

Mom: Your Dreams Have Been Realized (for real this time)

1. We hung the curtains up in the kids' room. Here are the ones in J's room:


2. I got a cool nightstand for G's room at a thrift store for a whopping $24:



I hope I've made you proud!

For once in my life I chose comfort over fashion

My last slippers were done. I retired them to the trash at the ripe old age of 5. I was at Walmart the other day and decided I had to get some new ones. I found some cute ballerina-type ones in purple, but none in my size. So, I decided to settle for these. When I wear them, I feel like I'm walking on a cloud. Maybe I should pick unattractive shoes more often.

Presenting...the Master Bathroom!

Since the original purpose of this blog was for me to share my new house with my friends and family, I thought it might be nice if I actually DID share some of it! I decided to start with the master bathroom. I'm not really sure why, as it's the room we've done the least with. Least as in, I've only bought a shower curtain and some accessories for it. :) However, this is a very important shower curtain as it is dictating the color scheme of the bathroom.

Currently the room is a lovely 1950's teal/aqua/turquoise. I plan to paint it Behr Parisian Taupe and we'll have brown accents (already have a soap pump, wastebasket, soap dish, and toothbrush holder) and probably bluish accents, too.

Here are some "before" pictures (note the neon pink "DON'T USE THIS TOILET" sign):





Here are some "after" pictures:







There are some issues with the shower itself, so it's currently inoperable. We'll eventually have to get a completely new shower stall, etc.. (which is why I haven't painted.) When we do that, we'll replace the sink (it's not really stable) & toilet (it leaks) and we both really like Kohler's Memoirs Suite:



So, if you have any suggestions, feel free! Sorry this post was so long -- I can only imagine how wordy I'll be with the "real" rooms.

Your answer cannot be "You bought cheap curtains"

So, my mom and I picked out some curtains for my stepson's room. I wasn't sold on them originally, but seeing them up, I like them better. However, they have this weird tab-thing/extra piece of material going on. Does this piece of material serve a purpose? If so, what is it? If not, should I cut it off? Tuck it in?

Advise me, please and as the title of the post says, your answer can't be, "You bought cheap curtains." Thanks.