DIY gorgeous tufted ottoman, a tutorial to make a beautiful piece for your home

On my mission to be green... and cheap.. I have made myself my very own ottoman!

I followed this tutorial on how to make an ottoman (I did not tuft as I thought the added texture would clash with this amazing fabric I found at Spotlight) but I made something that I am really happy with:

The tray I bought from Savers, the couch from ebay and the cushions I made!  All I need now is the studs around the bottom which are only $30 for a thousand from ebay!

Happy Tuesday lovers xxxxxx

Colour, sparkle and black and white palettes to DIY your home decor style

I am currently re-decorating my entire house.  And as I am a bit light on for the cash (due to just starting a career and obsessive compulsive fashion shopping disorder) I have three very simple rules: make it, refurb it or thrift it.  As I pour over decor blogs I am constantly inspired.  Here is what is getting me excited today:

I love these colours and textures for my bedroom:

ERIC HUGHES for ELLE DECOR / SPACE CURTAIN

And this:

INTERIORS MAGAZINE / LYNNE SCALO

For my living area:

ADORE HOME MAGAZINE / NICHOLE LOIACONO

HAPPY MONDAY LOVERS xx