Suitcase Side Table

Since I decided to give my bedroom a refresher I have been looking for a side table that would compliment the style of my room. I wanted something atypical. I thought may be an old vintage metal stool or a thrift find might do the trick but they didn't end up having the look I was going for.

I finally decided to go with a piece that I had made for the Blackout Fest Art show that I was a part of this summer. It added the unique collected vibe to my bedside that I was craving!

I sprayed the suitcase with Restoleum Clear Coat to seal the case and give it a bit of a shine. If you are trying to replicate this I would suggest covering any leather with painters tape to protect it and giving the case two coats of a clear spray paint.

I found these legs on an old table at the Goodwill thrift store by my Mom's place. I only wanted the legs from the table and didn't want to have to haul the whole thing to my car so I asked the store clerk if I could purchase the piece and just remove the legs. For $6 I thought it was worth it! The man thought I was crazy when I pull out my Fuller Switch-A-Bit Screwdriver from my purse and got to work...lol

Unique and functional. The case also still opens up and provides a bit of storage for me to stash things away. I'm loving it so far. Let me know what you think!

307 Sq. Ft. Manhattan Apartment

This is a great Sunday morning find! Editor, Sarah Humpherys' 307 Sq. Ft. 1830s New York apartment, featured on MarthaStewart.com is the perfect example of how great space planning, cleaver ideas and the right furniture can ease the squeeze in a small space. Her previous over-sized furniture was swapped out for tailored pieces and repainted with a cool blue tone to help make the space feel light and airy. She also has sheer linen curtains hung on hospital tracking to hide her kitchenette when not in use. There are tons of great ideas here to ENJOY!

Tufted Headboard DIY

When I first moved into my place, I bought one of those wooden box-like headboards from Ikea where the side table slides in and out from the side. It served me well, but I found that it took up too much valuable square-footage. So when I decided that it was time to freshen up my room, I knew my headboard was the first thing I wanted to tackle.

I've always wanted one of those plush tufted headboards but couldn't bring myself to coughing up the dough for it. They just seem way too expensive. So take a guess at what I decided to do.... you all are beginning to know me way too well. I figure it should be simple enough to make one. Plywood cut to size, the fabric of my choice, foam, buttons and a staple-gun. I knew I could do it!

Take a look and what came out of it. Note: If you are going to tackle a project like this be sure to tuft the fabric before stapling the fabric to the back of the plywood. It is easier to find where the holes are to string the buttons through; I learned this the hard way!

After my first try at this, I would recommend drilling the holes first and tufting the fabric before stapling it to the back of the plywood

These buttons allow you to cover buttons with any fabric

String buttons through using a special needle you can get from the fabric store. It will be fairly long with a big eye to accommodate the robe.

Fashion Friday: H&H Fashion-Inspired Interiors

Really!? I can't believe it's Friday already! My days are beginning to blend together. Regardless, Friday is always a good day because it means Friday Fever - 50% off everything at the local Goodwill! It also means two more days until House and Home posts their weekly online episodes!

While doing my weekly online home decor rounds, I came across House and Home's Fall 2012 Runway to Room Trend. I'm beginning to become a lover of these fashion/decor style comparisons. Check out some of their favourite fall fashion trends along side their imitated interiors.

Happy Friday Small Space Dwellers!

Seven Rooms in 420 Sq. Ft.

420 sq. ft. is a common reality for mega cities like New York City, but when it is efficiently designed, 420 sq. ft. is all you need!

Meet the LifeEdited Apartment by Catalin Sandu and Adrian Iancu. Seven rooms - living room, bathroom, kitchen, dining room (seats 12), office, master bedroom and guest room (sleeps 2) - all packed into 420 sq. ft. of transforming West Village space.

By moving walls, folding furniture and creative storage solutions, Catalin and Adrian have designed this room to satisfy all the needs of small space urban living without any sacrifices! Take a look at how it works in the video below!

Could you do it? Could you live in 420 Sq. Ft.?