CHALKBOARD WELCOME SIGN

As the saying goes, home is where the heart is. Especially when your heart loves to decorate like mine does. One thing I love about my apartment is a small built in bookcase that's located on the wall near my front door. It's just the right size to show off some of my decorating skills. It took some time to figure out what I wanted to showcase. I decided to include a few pieces that I picked up from HomeGoods including word signs that say passion and dream. I feel like word signs are pretty standard for decorating and enjoy when they have nice lettering but it gives it a little insight into my personality.

I also have flowers in vases that put together myself. It is super simple if you feel like you have a knack for picking good flower combinations (which can be tricky). I buy most of my floral crafting materials at Michael's because they have a great combination of seasonal and more realistic looking fake flowers. They may get pricey sometimes but it helps to have the rewards card. I'll normally get colored pebbles that match the flowers I choose and, drop them in first. Next, I'll place the flowers in and make sure the stems are the right height for the vase I've chosen. I always have to  arrange the flowers multiple times just to get the look right.

​In addition to the word signs and the vases, I also included a few accent pieces like classic books that have cool intricate designs on the covers and spines, an antique camera and a framed welcome sign that I decorated, on the top shelf.

​The chalkboard is another piece I decorated. I actually have a few frames I have decorated for friends and family.