Spice Up Your Downey Apartment With Pumpkins

Pumpkin Carving

Ready to make the most of October? The easiest way to do this is by taking part in some do-it-yourself crafts, such as pumpkin carving! Here are some great ideas that will light up your Downey apartment.

 

Squiggles Pumpkin

These fun pumpkins are not like your typical jack-o-lanterns. Find a squiggle design that you like by either looking online or looking at items in your own home. Carve out the design all over your pumpkin and put it on display.

 

Abstract Leaves Pumpkin

Leaves are one of the iconic fall symbols so it makes sense to put them on a carved pumpkin. Get created and give it a 3D effect. Leaves come in all shapes and sizes, so your options are unlimited.

 

Skeleton Hand

This idea requires two pumpkins stacked on top of each other. On one pumpkin carve out the arm of the skeleton. On the smaller pumpkin, carve out the hand of the skeleton. Make sure both are centered so when you stack them on top of each other they align.

How to Create Unique Summer Inspired Arrangements

 

Do you have a real knack for gardening and would like to bring some of the outdoors in?

With summer just around the corner, here’s your chance! By collecting different sized vases in a variety of colors, you’ll love the mixture of patterns, colors, and textures.

  • Using thin-steed bottles, arrange small flowers around larger ones, and place only one or two stems in each bottle for a chic and airy feel.

  • Add some intrigue to your kitchen table by garnishing with fresh herbs arranged in vintage mustard tins. Pour some water in the bottom to precent wilting.

  •  A vintage silver water pitcher can double as a sturdy vase. Use it to show off bundles of red and white radishes, held together by rubber bands. You could even use broccoli and asparagus.

How to Decorate your Apartment for an Oscars Themed Event

The 88th annual Academy Awards is just a few days away. But fear not, there are still ways you can decorate your Downey apartment in no time. These DIY projects require little time, and just a few materials!

  • Cut black felt fabric sheets into rectangles about 2 ½ by 3 ½ inches, in addition to a single strip for each rectangle about ½ inch wide. Next, pinch each rectangle in the middle, wrap the strip around, and glue to keep in place. Then, superglue each bow to a glass of your choice.
  • Start by folding a square black napkin into thirds. Scrunch the middle section. Then, tie a small piece of black fabric around the middle of the napkin.
  • Create a Hollywood Walk of Fame in your living room by taping large silver stars to the floor.