Ballard Designs’ Cafe Shelves: My Version
I love these handy little sticky tabs that Ballard sent in their latest catalog. Makes it so easy to remember all the stuff you love or need or want.
But it really would have been nice if they had also included one that said, “copy it”, because that’s the one I’d use the most. But since they didn’t, I made one myself (I know-it’s not nearly as pretty) to tag my latest Ballard knock-off project. So many of us bloggers love to copy Ballard’s great stuff, but these cafe shelves may be one of the faves. They’re too great not to re-create.
And my breakfast room wall has been needing these, so my handsome assistant & I finally made them recently (have I said lately how glad I am that I married him?). And here they are, decked out for fall.
I hung my little fall banner on the front, added a few plates from my collection, my little kissing pilgrim salt & pepper shakers, and a little fall tree project I made with the girls the other day. (I’ll tell you more about this later.)
The little bird cages also found a spot here. They’re from Michael’s & only a dollar each! Denise first got some & told me about them & I had to have some for myself. I added a little bird silhouette hanging from a string in each one & plopped a couple of them up on pedestals. Did I mention I love these?
Anyway, I’m not posting directions on how to make the shelves because there are several other tutorials out there that explain it so well. Here’s a great one from House of Smith’s if you want to try these for yourself.
They’re a great way to display your seasonal decor. No wonder Ballard sells them for so much!
Ballard, we love {to copy} you!
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NanaDiana
October 14, 2010 @ 11:38 pm
Julie- Great job! Your place looks like Fall has settled in. I love Ballard design knock-offs…yours are wonderful! Diana
Samantha
October 14, 2010 @ 11:47 pm
The shelves look great, but I think my favorite thing is the red bird cages!
Carmen @ Life with Sprinkles on Top
October 14, 2010 @ 11:51 pm
The shelves look wonderful! I love how you've decorated them.
Kathy @ Creative Home Expressions
October 14, 2010 @ 11:53 pm
Love 'em Julie! You and your handsome and handy hubby did a great job! I have these on my "to do when we are in our next house" list and I already have the wood; just need the brackets. Since we are hoping to downsize in 2011, I decided not to make any new holes in our walls, so they will be a project to {hopefully} help make the next house a home!
Orange it Lovely
October 15, 2010 @ 2:17 am
oh I love that! All of it… especially the red cages!!!
Tana
kelsey rae
October 15, 2010 @ 2:47 am
Love your shelves! I especially love the darling Fall decor on them! I adore your little fall banner, I think I might just have to make it! I've been seeing those all over blog land and decorating sites too. I've even seen some pretty adorable ones for baby rooms. π
I love coming here for a dose of "Julie inspiration!"
the cape on the corner
October 15, 2010 @ 3:14 am
looks great, but i love you just clothespinned the banner together. smart and easy!
http://www.thecapeonthecorner.blogspot.com
Cozy Home Scenes
October 15, 2010 @ 3:40 am
Yours are actually prettier than the original. So pretty!
House of Smith's
October 15, 2010 @ 3:50 am
YOU ARE SO AWESOME π
Seriously, amazing π
Thank you SO SO SO much for sharing this post with me!
You're shelves look fabulous! Don't you just LOVE them π
Ooooooh the possibilities for holidays and home decor π
Thanks again!
~Shelley Smith
Sue
October 15, 2010 @ 5:12 am
What a beautiful fall display! I love the salt and pepper shakers! π
Madigan at madiganmade
October 15, 2010 @ 10:45 am
Great job! I love those shelves. And it looks great for the season. The bird cages are adorable.
Wendy@project-create.blogspot.com
October 15, 2010 @ 1:42 pm
I just found your blog through Tater Tots and I am so inspired by all your wonderful projects! I love how blogs connect all people creative together to share ideas and fun projects.
I must get some chalkboard paint!
Hanna
October 15, 2010 @ 2:38 pm
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Meg
October 15, 2010 @ 8:40 pm
It's very cute! I love those shelves and how you decorated them! Thanks for sharing it with us! I hope you can join my $65 CSN giveaway going on now! http://alittleknickknack.blogspot.com/2010/10/csn-stores-giveaway.html
Kerstin@TheRealHousewivesofIdaho.blogspot.com
October 16, 2010 @ 3:28 am
It looks beautiful–like straight from a magazine. I have that platter and bought some of those birdcages at Michaels but my 4 year old took them for her Little Pets. I think I am going to have to get them back. π
Jen @ tatertotsandjello.com
October 16, 2010 @ 3:59 am
they are gorgeous!! And I love the way you styled them. Beautiful!
xox
Jen
Julie @ jbulie's blog
October 16, 2010 @ 7:19 am
Yay! So happy to have come across a new blog and inspiration. I loved your copy post it idea. That's so true. It's the idea that we just can share and learn. Thank you for being inspirational to me today.
Julie
Heather
October 17, 2010 @ 12:53 am
Your shelves look great, and I love the accessories that you chose! Fantastic!
Lindy
October 17, 2010 @ 4:47 am
Adorable shelves with the cute fall banner. I love the birdcages and the colorful tray! Great look!
Anonymous
October 18, 2010 @ 6:31 am
Hey! I LOVE that orange decorative plate? WHere did you buy it? I've been picturing something like that to go in my entryway! please email me at amandawalch84@yahoo.com
heidi @ wonder woman wannabe
October 18, 2010 @ 12:58 pm
Saw your fall decor highlighted on Tator Tots and Jello – just had to pop over to tell you I love it! I like the look you've accomplished to celebrate fall without being too literal about it – VERY appealing!!
Cheers!
~h
Dreams and Decor
October 19, 2010 @ 3:05 pm
I love everything! Found you via Jen at Tator Tots & Jello & am signing up as a follower! Patti in TX
Sara {Sara's Closet}
October 30, 2010 @ 4:33 pm
Found you through TT & Jello, love this fall wall! It's beautiful, great job!!!