Pinterest = DIY Dream!

In about two months, my fiance and I are going to be moving into our new place. It's a two-story rental townhouse with completely bare, completely white walls and beige carpeting. This means just one thing to me - endless decorating opportunities.

When I first started seeking out inspiration, a friend of mine turned me on to Pinterest. It's essentially a virtual version an idea bulletin board. There are bookmarks (pins) that you add to your different categories (boards) and that you can then share with others. If your pins are public, others can come to your boards for inspiration, and visa versa. You can add your own pins as you like, or you can just repin from other members to your heart's content. Check out my boards here to get a feel for the site, or, if you already have an account to follow me if you felt so inclined (hint hint ....).

Most of my pins are DIY or homemaking related, but the possibilities for the boards are endless, because they are chosen and organized by whoever is creating the board. Some pinners use them for fashion ideas, recipe boxes, and even wedding planning. The search engine is is great and lets you search by pins, boards or by people. If you find someone that has great taste, you can follow their boards and get updates whenever they've added new content.

And now, a few of my favorite DIY and home organization pins.

Magnetic strip to hold elusive hair pins, from Superwoman

The ultimate menu board from Once Upon a Chocolate Chip Pancake ... (there is a tutorial here, too!!)

A fantastic and simple wreath from The High Heeled Hostess

Until next time.

xoxo,
Alex