Rainy Day DIY

Ever since I was little, watching episodes of Trading Spaces on TLC, when the network had some substance to it, I have daydreamed of interior design concepts. If you see my childhood bedroom, you will understand that I was not always the most talented little designer. But I constantly fantasize about my dream apartment, a balanced assortment of vintage and modern, neutrals and colors. Now that I've started the (horrible, stressful, no good) apartment-hunting process for next September, I am going through a manic period of mental design blueprints, all day, err day. Lately I have been absolutely obsessed with Buzzfeed's DIY and craft pages. They are all just so cute! And I shall make them all for my new apartment!

I haven't always been the most crafty. I'd be the kid with glue smeared all over her collage. I'd use the thickest marker so the coloring would take less time. But I am ecstatic about making my space truly mine. My friend Allison and I decided to make colored mason jars. It came out a bit streaky, but I'm proud of mine.

I plan to use them as vases on a sleek IKEA bookcase in my bedroom. I love pink, purple, and coral colors for the flowers, since I think it makes for great contrast. I tend to pick out neutral fixtures, so pops of color like these are just what I need. The best part? Allison and I had a lot of fun while making these. And I can't wait to go onto my next project.