Easy, inexpensive DIY project: painting stripes on walls

Beautiful Easy, inexpensive DIY project: painting stripes on walls

Wallpaper has resurfaced as a major decorating trend in the last five or so years, and much as I’m dying to partake, the expense of not only the actual wallpaper but the labor to hang it (this definitely falls under the category of home improvement projects I don’t trust myself to tackle on my own) is daunting. Instead, I’ve been considering painting a pattern on my walls to mimic the graphic effect. And if you go with something relatively straightforward, like stripes, it doesn’t seem that hard to accomplish.

First, pick your colors. If you’re craving something really bold you can go with opposing shades of black and white or something similarly high-contrast. For a more subtle look, try shades within one color group, like robin’s egg and powder blue. It can also be fun to mix paints with different finishes—like matte and semigloss—for more visual interest.

Consider whether you want vertical or horizontal stripes. Both add dimension to a space, though vertical stripes make the ceiling seem taller, while horizontal ones can make a room feel bigger.
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4 Quick and Easy Hairstyles for the Beach

Watches this enjoy 4 Quick and Easy Hairstyles for the Beach

The best way to look like you just spent a day at the beach is to actually be there (or learn how to re-create the look!). Check out these sexy summer hairstyles
some of our favorite celebrities sport on the sand so you too can be a bonafide beach bunny this summer.

Surfer-Girl Curls
Tousled waves are perfect for summer because they look great and are also the easiest to re-create. To pull off this look, start at night. Separate wet hair into two sections and tightly braid straight down. In the morning, take the braids out and spray a super-hold hairspray like Aussie Sprunch Catch the Wave Hairspray for all-day hold. Related: How to Get Beachy Waves All Year Round



Pinned Under
Taking a dip in the ocean or pool feels great, but sometimes it doesn't leave your hair looking so great. Want to take a splash without getting chlorine-soaked hair? Take a few bobby pins and pin hair under the nape of your neck, letting the front strands fall forward. This style is especially perfect for those with shorter hair who can't get it up in a bun. Related: How to Go Short Without Scissors



Soft, Tight Curls
If you already have curly hair, play up your curls with the help of the humidity (as the humidity rises, your hair tends to curl more naturally). The key to getting wild curls like AnnaLynne McCord's is to define and separate. Apply a dab of mousse like Kérastase Nutri-Sculpt Mousse to wet hair and let it air-dry, or dry using a diffuser. Don't run your hands through the curls after they dry, to prevent breakage and frizz. Related: 8 Tips for Getting Gorgeous Curls




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