DI-Wednesday: Steampunk Light Plates

On my continuing foray into steampunk, I found this fantastic DIY for creating one of a kind metal switchplates. The creator here uses small metal gears, but you could easily modify the method to fit your style.

Tasty Tuesday: Peanut Butter and Banana Smoothie

I've got a bunch of ripe bananas that have a date with my blender. Here's a great, simple and filling recipe for a peanut butter and banana smoothie, when you're tired of the same old thing. Enjoy!

Monday Inspiration: Steampunk

There's something glorious about steampunk--the elegant Victorian clutter coupled with the emergence of darker, industrial pieces just works. My leanings are decidedly mid century modern, but the hubby is looking into a steampunk office for himself--so I'm looking for ideas. Here's a den in the steampunk style--love the cluttered order of it.

Friday Finds: Americana

Thomas Jefferson Bookends from Oh Me Oh My Treasure's

With the world cup in full swing, and the 4th of July around the corner, it's time for some good-ol' vintage Americana!

Vintage Antique Red and White Enamelware from Behind the Screen Door

Vintage Eagle Brass Flagpole Topper from 7:BC

Two Vintage Ball Aqua Jars from Callooh Callay

Vintage Cast Iron Cornbread Mold from The Gilded Zebra

Vintage Americana Brown and White Print Pyrex Bowl from Pen and Pencil

Great Site: The CSI Project

Here's a great site for the craft-loving, but unfocused, like myself: The CSI Project. CSI stands for craft, share, inspire--and it does just that, with crafting challenges and nifty, inexpensive ideas for the home--you can even win prizes!

DI-Wednesday: Citronella Candles

As much as I like gardening, it would be so much better if it weren't for the bug (especially the mosquitoes, who somehow manage to find me in the desert). Citronella candles seem more attractive than a smelly bug spray, but they've never been effective. Turns out that might be because the ones I've gotten don't actually contain citronella oils. Here's a great DIY to make sure you end up with the real thing from now on.

Tasty Tuesday: Grilled Zucchini and Tomato Salad

This simple, fresh recipe for Grilled Zucchini and Grape Tomato salad is great for a summer treat, and an escape from the usual salad--and with a pile of fresh tomatoes at home, I'll be trying this tonight!