My Washi Tape Wall

Hi again!

Remember I said I'd have another project to post using Washi Tape? This is it!

What is Washi Tape, you ask? (I didn't know either...until recently).

Washi 和紙 is a style of Japanese paper tape that started in Japan, but manufacturing has now spread throughout the world. Washi comes from wa meaning Japanese and shi meaning paper, and the term is used to describe paper made in the traditional manner, regardless of where it’s manufactured.

It is really growing in popularity. Washi tape comes in so many colors and patterns. I bought a Washi Tape Pack from Cutetape.com. Also, Etsy.com has many shops selling Washi Tape as well. You can use Washi tape for decorating just about anything because, like masking tape, it is not permanent. Many people use it for wrapping presents as well.

 

I bought the Classiky Washi Tape 12 pack because I loved the variety of colors. I found inspiration to use it on my wall from this lady's blog: annkelle.com. I love her site! It's so bright and colorful...which is right up my alley.

Like her, I did not plan out the color order. I liked the randomized colors. She also pointed out that washi Tape is very forgiving. So true. It stays sticky even if you have to peel it off a few times to get it straight. It isn't rip-able like regular masking tape. I used scissors to cut the ends. 

I love how my wall turned out! It brings a splash of color to my room without the commitment of paint.  It's a great way of decorating an apartment! I'm already planning on using my Washi tape in other parts of my apartment, if my roommate gives me permission. ;)

Masking Tape Makeover

Ello Govena'! 

Once again I have to thank Pinterest for inspiring this project of mine. I never thought of using Masking Tape as form of decoration until I found this pin: 23 Ideas For Apartment Decorating. Scroll down and you'll see the kitchen decorated with black tribal looking designs. I thought this was an amazing idea. It's cheap and not permanent. You can easily remove it when you move out of your apartment.

My roommate and I are always looking for ways to bring life to our very bland, neutral, blah colored apartment. I thought, using colorful masking tape would be a great way to bring a splash of color to our kitchen area. I used 5 different colors of Scotch Expressions Masking Tape, and regular blue painters masking tape. I had to go to a few different stores (Staples, Micheals, Office Max, Home Depot) to find different colors. It seems to becoming more popular and Scotch has now made many different colors and patterns of Washi Tape. (I recently ordered a pack of Washi Tape on Cutetape for a future project to do in my room. =D Stay Tuned)!


This was my Summer project that I finally finished today! It was a slow process because I kept running out of pattern ideas! I had to look at magazines and on Pinterest for inspiration.

 I decided to get fancy with one of the cabinets and created a beach picture. It was very time consuming. I spent many hours sitting on the couch watching Netflix cutting masking tape into these designs. I thought they turned out really well!

So far everyone who has seen my kitchen in person loves it! I'm so happy it's finally finished! Hope this has inspired you and your next project.

Be seeing you,

Life is a bold adventure

I celebrated my "2 year in LA" on June 21, 2013. It's been the fastest 2 years of my entire life! A lot has happened since I moved here. I feel like I have been accomplishing a great deal recently which reminded me of the Bucket List I made for myself.

On November 10th, 2011 I wrote a blog titled, "Things to do." I recently went back to that list to see what I wrote almost 2 years ago. I was very surprised on all the goals I had actually accomplished since then!

UPDATED LIST:

1. LEARN TO SURF! I finally DID learn to surf!!!! My best friend, Kathryn Begle, and I accomplished that in Santa Monica on August 6, 2013. It was an awesome experience. Both Kathryn and I did much better than we expected. We both stood up 4-5 times. =) Finally fulfilled my dream I've had since 8th grade!

2. Go to the Sequoia National Park. I crossed this goal off the list TWO days ago! I finally saw the largest trees in the world!!!!! It was incredible. We saw General Sherman, the largest tree in the world, hiked in the Giant Forest, and hiked to the top of Moro Rock. SPECTACULAR VIEW! I hope to go back again and see more sights!

3. Visit every beach in SoCal from Malibu to San Diego at least ONCE. I'm getting closer to accomplishing this one! Went from only 4 beaches to 9. (Zuma, Malibu, Santa Monica, Marina Del Rey, Will Rogers State Beach, Venice, Playa Del Rey, Manhattan Beach, Torrance)

4. Visit San Francisco. UGHHH I still want to go so badly! I did adventure up the Pacific Coast Highway with my IU friend Scott Brown. We stopped in Big Sur, Carmel and Monterey area. So we were very close to San Fran, but yet so far.

5. Go to Mood. Well I'm obsessed with Project Runway, so I wanted to go to the Mood in LA. It's pretty anti-climatic and tiny. It is nothing compared to the NYC Mood. At least I can say it's a huge accomplishment and honor to be working on Project Runway Allstars as an Assistant Editor!

6. Learn to long board.  I totally own a long board now and enjoy going boarding with Kathryn whenever I can. It's a really fun new hobby. I just need to make effort to go more often so I can actually improve.

7. Go to Whimsic Alley. I have yet to go to this Harry Potter themed store because I know I'll buy everything. This isn't me being lazy, it's responsible...for the good of my bank account.

8. Be in the audience of an Ellen show. AHHHHHHHH!!!!!!! Totally accomplished this fantastic goal. Last year I was FRONT ROW at The Ellen Show for my 24th birthday. It was definitely one of the best days of my life. Ellen touched my hand and Britney Spears said, "Hi" back to me. I also got to see Sophia Grace and Rosie!!!

On set of War of the Worlds

9. Go camping. I still have never been camping! Does going to a cabin on Kern River count? Maybe a little? No. I'll work on this goal.

11. Go on studio tours to pretty much every studio in L.A. Luckily, I had VIP treatment from the help of Matt Jensen. He drove me around on a golf cart through the entire Universal Studios Back Lot. I freak out every time. It will never get old and not fascinate me.

12. Buy a bike and cycle down The Strand. So crazy that this was a goal of mine because I do this as often as I can. I bought a Giant brand bike, and I LOVE riding it along the beach.

13. And of course, to become Taylor Swift and Emma Stone's BFF. Still working on this, but it'll happen.

I dedicate this blog to all the dreamers and believers out there. You can do whatever you set your mind to. Make a list and watch how you check off the things you have always wanted to do. Ask Questions. Be weird. Experiment. Have goals. Believe you can.