beforeafterThis post has honestly been a long time coming! And the reason for that is the foundational mission of Beyond the Clock which is to style with time. I have had a vision for our master bedroom for probably almost 3 years. It took savings and slowly moving things around, upgrading furniture pieces and styling with the perfect details that I gathered throughout the years. I know a lot of you followed along the way as I put these together and now is the big reveal of the full master bedroom transformation! The thing is, as much as we would all love to click our heels together and transform a room instantly, one of the best things about styling a room is seeing how things come together. It helps both on a budget perspective, but also as an organic way for things to fit together and evolve as your day to day changes as well. When I first began getting inspiration for the room, we had an office. Shortly into starting the room, we changed that into a guest room and had to find a place for some of the office furniture. With a bit of rearranging, we brought the bookshelf into our room since we don’t really watch TV there and then moved the TV stand to the living room. It ended up being a great way to refresh all 3 rooms and make good use of the space for how we were using it. So here is the big reveal, all items and DIY upgraded projects linked. My curtains and rug are family heirlooms but I linked similar ones for you guys. Thank you for stopping by the blog today! Hope you all have a wonderful weekend. Make sure to CLICK HERE and subscribe so you never miss a post or giveaway! UPDATED: Style with Time - Bedroom, the complete guide for styling a room overtime to fit your style and budget. P.S. Don't miss out on bonus tips and content by subscribing to the newsletter. CLICK HERE to learn more.
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1/30/2019 3 Comments DIY No Sew BlanketThese last couple of weeks have been extra cold around here. I feel like I’ve been walking around the house like a marshmallow with all the layers of clothes and a permanent cape from the blanket that I drag from room to room. Brrr, I love wearing boots outside, but I’m also ready to start getting a tan back. A couple weeks ago, I talked about a great gift idea with a DIY blanket and today I have the full tutorial for you. Supplies
How To:1. Lay the first piece of fabric face down over a large surface. (My dining table isn’t big enough so I did it on the bed) You want the side of the fabric you want people to see facing down. 2. Line up the second piece of fabric face up, directly on top of your first piece of fabric. This time, you want the side of fabric that you want people to see facing up. 3. Trim the edges so that both pieces line up exactly. 4. Start with one side and measure 2.5 inches in and make your first cut the 2.5 inches up into the fabric. 5. From the first cut measure 1.5 inches horizontally and then make your next 2.5 inch vertically. Keep going with the same pattern along each side. At each corner, you will cut a 2.5 by 2.5 inch square out. 6. Next up comes the finishing details. You can keep it super simple and just do a not between two pieces, I’ve done that in the past and it is really easy to do, but sometimes looks a tad sloppy. So this time I tried the braided finish and really love how it turned out. 7. On each set of cut pieces, fold the piece in half and cut a whole about 0.5 inch long. 8. Take the set from the right side and thread through the hole on the left side and tighten. Towards the left. 9. Keep doing that all the way around, even with the corner pieces. When you reach the last piece, tuck it into the first whole and by wrapping one piece of the edge through the whole and tying a small knot underneath with the second piece. There you have it. This is so easy to do and a great activity to do with kids too while you are bundled inside during winter storms. I’d love to see what you guys come up with. Try it out and be sure to tag @beyondtheclock or hashtag #btcdiy. Can’t wait to see the fun you have! xoxo, |
Drawer Organizer (I used for storing nails and screws) | Open Canvas Bin (I used for easy in and out with my drill and sander) | Farmhouse Storage Box (I used it for Christmas decoration storage). | Bin Clip Label (on of my favorites! Used it on all the containers) |
Happy organizing! And remember if you every have any questions or need any help, send me an email or direct message on Instagram. I love chatting about how to make your home better :-).
xoxo,
jessica
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Fall might not be in San Diego just yet, but the temperatures are cooling and I will take any excuse to get into sweater season (#myfave!) I'm not a huge fan of the color orange or Halloween, but I do love the mingling of fall colors and the neutral ways to add fall vibes to my home. Here are some of my top 6 things to start getting into the cozy, colorful season this year.
Fall might not be in San Diego just yet, but the temperatures are cooling and I will take any excuse to get into sweater season (#myfave!) I'm not a huge fan of the color orange or Halloween, but I do love the mingling of fall colors and the neutral ways to add fall vibes to my home. Here are some of my top 6 things to start getting into the cozy, colorful season this year.
- one: In the spring, I did a little DIY floral wreath that brought such a fun vibe to the front door. Now with the leaves changing everywhere but southern California, I fell in love with this find from Crate and Barrel to get into the fall spirit.
- two: Blanket scarves are one of my favorite things because of the very name. It can be a great throw blanket in your living room or you can quite literally wear it out the door. I love the neutral plaids for fall both in and out the house.
- three: Sometimes the bathroom, especially your own bathroom vs. the guest bathroom stays the same year round. This year, I'm excited to dress it up with some rust and white patterned towels. I struggle with orange/rust accents solo, but when they are balanced with white or cream, I'm all for it.
- four: One thing I have year round is scented candles. I just LOVE them! I never have been able to get on the pumpkin spice trend though, so rather than get a scent that screams fall, I opted for these super cute copper containers. The best part is once the candle is finished, you can scoop out the remaining wax and throughly wash the container for a catch-all or trail mix bowl.
- five: Autumn florals like wheat or ilex berries are a fun and different way to get some fall indoors. Don't get me wrong, I like pumpkins too, especially the mini white ones, but for some other details, wheat filled mason jars or tall ilex berry filled vases can make a great statement.
- six: Throwing on a cozy robe on a cool fall morning to watch football on the couch or read a book with some coffee is the best! I am really loving this oatmeal colored, cotton one from Ugg.
xoxo,
jessica
7/10/2018 1 Comment
Getting Ready for Guests
(We had the best time last week hosting family for the holiday weekend. We spent tons of hours at the pool (with plenty of sunscreen and my new DIY Day hat!) and enjoyed so many delicious meals, drinks and laughs together.
Brad and I are often hosting friends and family and so we have a great little routine for prepping the house and guest rooms to ensure our visitors have the best stay. Today, I'm sharing some of my guest prep secrets (post the obvious clean house and clean sheets) so that they feel comfortable, at home, and even a bit pampered as they arrive.
Brad and I are often hosting friends and family and so we have a great little routine for prepping the house and guest rooms to ensure our visitors have the best stay. Today, I'm sharing some of my guest prep secrets (post the obvious clean house and clean sheets) so that they feel comfortable, at home, and even a bit pampered as they arrive.
1. Add some greenery
Some fresh flowers or branches bring such an organic and natural feel to the space. I think of it like adding jewelry to your outfit, but for your room. A little accessory that goes a long way. The green stems I have pictured have lasted for over 3 months from Trader Joe's and I've only changed the water once so it's a really low cost way to make a big impact.
2. Pillow it up
Weather you go with a couple of oversized pillows or a cascade of throw pillows, adding pillows brings in some character and tons of comfort. I found these jumbo ones for such a deal at Home Goods. I'm so obsessed with pillows, I think overtime I'll add a few more. I may get a smaller one that I can easily change with the seasons or feel of the room.
3. Get the Essentials
Lay out towels on the bed (bath and pool towels if applicable), ensure the bathroom is stocked with extra toiletries and plenty of toilet paper and clean out all the trash cans. There is nothing worse than being a guest at someone's house and realizing at the last minute you forgot shampoo or even worse, finishing a roll of toilet paper and having no idea where to find another. Keeping everything in the guest area stocked make it easy for your visitors. As an extra bonus, head over to your local CVS or Walgreens and get a few travel sized goodies that you can keep in the bathroom. You can also get these in bulk on Amazon and keep them on hand for your next guests.
4. Gift Basket Galore
This is something my mom still does for us when we come visit and it always makes us feel so special! Stock a basket with water bottles, snacks, sweet treats, and more. You can be creative and play it up based on your guests and what they like. In this batch, I included some of their favorite snacks and magazines for pool reading. I knew my sister and brother in-law were going to be on east coast hours so got them some energy material if needed too.
I always have so much fun prepping for guests and finding little ways to make their stay a bit more memorable. Sometimes I do it through the activities planned, other times through the meals we have, but always through the first impression as they walk into their rooms.
I'd love to hear how you prep for your guests too, what are some of your favorite things to do or decor to add to the rooms?
I'd love to hear how you prep for your guests too, what are some of your favorite things to do or decor to add to the rooms?
xoxo,
Jessica
Classic Rugs for Your Living Room
Isn’t it funny how rugs can make a room. To me they serve a few key purposes.
Once you know that you need a rug, a few questions come rushing in. What size do you I get, what type (shaggy, jute, woven), and then how do I place it, under the couch. Here are a few of my go-to rules for find the perfect size rug and how to place plus a few of the rugs I can’t get enough of right now!
- They bring an organic coziness to a room
- They bring dimensional layering to the space
- They balance a room from other décor choices. – if you have a lot of patterns on the wall, a neutral rug can tie it together. Vis versa, if you have a lot of neutrals going on, you can add a patterned rug in the same color tone to create a fun and unique look.
Once you know that you need a rug, a few questions come rushing in. What size do you I get, what type (shaggy, jute, woven), and then how do I place it, under the couch. Here are a few of my go-to rules for find the perfect size rug and how to place plus a few of the rugs I can’t get enough of right now!
I found this little "cheat sheet" from the HomeEdit and it's the perfect starting point to help get a sense of size. In most of the below examples you can see that the sofa is either fully on or partially on the rug. I like this rule 90% of the time, but sometimes I want to show off gorgeous wood floors with some lifted mid-century modern furniture. In those cases I like to put one side of furniture on the rug and one side off. It keeps the balance of organic, while still enhancing the features of the room.
A few of my favorites!
I can't get enough of these blue rugs!
Hope you find the perfect rug and if you want to share, be sure to tag @beyondtheclock for how you styled your room!
Hope you find the perfect rug and if you want to share, be sure to tag @beyondtheclock for how you styled your room!
xoxo,
Jessica
I have a bit of a love hate relationship with mirrors. There are times where they can totally make a room by bringing in more light, making a room bigger, or adding a unique detail with a frame or hanging. Then there are other times, mostly in older homes or small spaces, where people go mirror overboard and make the feature tacky rather than classy. You know what I’m talking about, those full mirror walls that make a living room look more like a dance studio. Thank goodness, mirror details have come a long way. Here are some of my favorite ways to use mirrors in your home or office
1. Leather hanging round mirror
This modern look is perfect in a bathroom or entryway to add a bit of character with the rounded shape. It's also a less expensive way to make the feature bigger by having the hanging materials be a part of the masterpiece.
2. Triple Horizontal Catch-all
Whether you place these pieces in an entryway above a "catch=all" table as I like to call it or in a dining room above a side-board. These triple combo mirrors are statement pieces that will give your room both art and depth. They can also be really affordable using inexpensive behind the door mirrors for this lux stacked mirror look.
3. Antique Arched Mirrros
I love these pieces to bring some vintage details into your home while still keeping things modern and fresh. The are also great accents to a farmhouse style. My favorite place to use mirrors like these is behind nightstands in a bedroom or picking up two to flank a TV or feature in the living room.
4. Hallway or Office Whiteboard
Traditional whiteboards can really make a place look more like a classroom than a home, but they are SO functional. This is a great blend to keep your space looking fresh and modern while allowing you a place to write your family's menu and to-do list. It's also great in commercial spaces like cafe's and office lunch rooms. Almost all mirrors work for this use, I picked mine up at home goods. Then stock up on some dry-erase pens and you will be good to go.
5. Giant Leaning Floor Mirrors
Ever wonder how bloggers get such good mirror selfies... these are the answers. Oversized floor mirrors are great for a bedroom or near a garage door to get a final look on your way out the door.
6. Glass Trays
Glass trays are a my favorite way to glam up a space. I like it best for a guest room or bathroom to display little trinkets for your guests. It's also the perfect add to a coffee table.
Photo: ClassyGlamStaging...similar HERE |
Can't wait to hear about your favorite ways to use mirrors. I'd love to see how you styled it. #beyondtheclock when you post to instagram so we can see your creative uses!
xoxo,
Jessica
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