• Home
  • About
  • Tutorials
  • Recipes
  • Furniture
  • Contact
    • Contact
    • Infertility
    • Disclosure
    • Privacy Policy
  • Shop
    • Facebook
    • Instagram
    • Pinterest

Reality Daydream

The Dream is Free, The Hustle Sold Separately

  • Home
  • About
  • Tutorials
  • Recipes
  • Furniture
  • Contact
    • Contact
    • Infertility
    • Disclosure
    • Privacy Policy
  • Shop

What’s HAPPENIN’!

October 30, 2013 by Bethany Sy

Man, it’s almost as if I posted the toddler beds and then decided to take a blogging siesta! Sorry folks! We’re still alive over here! Nick and I are in the throes of Christmas-gift-making, and trying to stay ahead of the game so we don’t find ourselves in a panic come December. Handmade gifts are definitely easier on the pocketbook, but take a lot more planning. FO SHO.

We’ve also been making some mini state plaques for Christmas ornaments! It was Dana’s idea for how we could use up all our scraps from cutting our full-size state plaques from our Etsy shop. Pure genius. I’m still working on adding ribbons and embellishments and such. And I think I’ll paint some and stain some for some different examples. Look for these on the Etsy shop soon!

Mini Wooden States as Christmas Ornaments {Sawdust and Embryos}

I’m also getting started on an accent wall in the twins’ big-girl room. I tend to only like accent walls if the furniture is super symmetrical on that wall… and it will be with the girls’ fainting couch / toddler beds on either side of the wall! Here’s a little sneak preview… I’m loving the Herringbone pattern lately!

Herringbone Accent Wall {Sawdust and Embryos}

Sneak peek of Herringbone Accent Wall {Sawdust and Embryos}

As for the home front, let’s just say there’s been laundry and dishes and such. Such a glamorous life we live! Don’t go thinking we live in a Better Homes and Garden’s magazine. No siree.

photo

Last night, Paisley woke up crying around 10pm. She was inconsolable and pointing toward Delly who was sleeping soundly. I said ‘do you want to sleep with Dell tonight?’ and she whimpered ‘yes’. Sweetest thing ever. My heart exploded into a thousand pieces seeing them sleep together in the same crib again.

Sawdust and Embryos

And that’s what’s going on around here! We’re adapting to the sun going down much earlier. With Nick working second shift, I find myself being bored, cold, lonely… and frankly ready for bed at about 7:30. So I’ve found that making a list is super helpful for keeping me motivated and productive in the evenings. Who doesn’t love the satisfaction of crossing things off a list? Eat supper? CHECK! Look at Facebook? CHECK!

Jk… I totally do other stuff too.Sawdust and Embryos

Related:

  • Planting up the flower beds!
    Planting up the flower beds!

    Every spring, I have grand plans of having the most epic vegetable and flower gardens!…

  • Sven sofa review
    Article Sven Review

    Howdy friends! We've been using and abusing our Sven Sofa and Armchair from Article for…

  • Spring Cleaning and Garage Organization

    Is it too early to call this spring cleaning? The truth is, we've been planning…

About Bethany Sy

Nick and Bethany Sy are the creative free-spirits behind DIY/Lifestyle blog, Reality Daydream. They recently purchased a historic mansion and have been documenting the ups and downs of renovation and making this home their own... all while sharing tips and tutorials along the way! When they found themselves in the trenches of infertility, they started a journey that would prove to be their most important DIY project ever, and have 3 beautiful girls to show for it. <3

« Toddler Bed / Mini Fainting Couch {Tufting & Upholstery}
DIY Tablet/Recipe Book Holder under Cabinets »

Comments

  1. 11

    dana says

    November 2, 2013 at 5:43 pm

    Love love love it!!! sleeping together again!! too cute! Love the beds- they look awesome-diggety!

    looking forward to seeing the herringbone wall of patterns!!!
    Great job!!!!
    ~dana~
    p.s. – it wasn’t ‘all’ my idea… love that we bounce ideas off each other

    aka-vinyl ninja
    😉

    Reply
  2. 12

    Helen G. Dickerson says

    November 1, 2013 at 7:54 am

    It’s just so amazing! I would agree to everybody here! Please post the outcome of the wall. Thanks

    Reply
    • 13

      Bethany @ Sawdust and Embryos says

      November 4, 2013 at 2:49 pm

      We will for sure Helen! Stay tuned!

      Reply
  3. 14

    jennifer says

    October 31, 2013 at 5:04 pm

    Can we preorder state ornaments? Totally awesome idea! Can’t wait to see them!

    Reply
    • 15

      Bethany @ Sawdust and Embryos says

      November 4, 2013 at 2:50 pm

      Haha! I hope to have them added to the artsy shop by tomorrow! I’ll post on Facebook, so keep an eye out!

      Reply
  4. 16

    Kenz @ Interiors by Kenz says

    October 30, 2013 at 9:57 pm

    SHUUUUUUUUUUUT UP! That accent wall is going to be amazeballs. You’re killing it these days with all this creativity. You have a gift, for sure.

    Reply
  5. 17

    Candace says

    October 30, 2013 at 3:30 pm

    Awww! MELTS. MY. HEART!

    wall looks like it’s going to be awesome.

    Love the smaller states? Are they small enough to make into a keychain?

    Reply
    • 18

      Bethany @ Sawdust and Embryos says

      November 4, 2013 at 2:55 pm

      Candace, I’m thinking they’ll be a little big for a keychain unfortunately. We would probably want to use a thinner piece of wood too. I can brainstorm with Nick about it. If it’s really something you’re interested in shoot us an email and we can talk details!

      Reply
  6. 19

    Meagan B. says

    October 30, 2013 at 2:42 pm

    OHHH EMMM GEEEE… I LITERALLY burst out with a half-laugh-half-sob at the front desk at work when I read that Pais wanted to sleep with her sissy. SWEETEST. THING. EVER.

    Accent wall is rad.

    How about one of those ornaments for your Okla-homie!!?!?

    Reply
  7. 20

    Jenn says

    October 30, 2013 at 1:59 pm

    I would totally buy an Oklahoma ornament!

    Reply
  8. 21

    Joy T says

    October 30, 2013 at 1:40 pm

    I love that your girls throw their books all over the floor. At this point in my life, trying to put books back on the shelf is completely pointless. Gotta love two year olds! Also, can I go ahead and request a NC ornament in Carolina Blue?

    Reply
  9. 22

    Stephanie @ Sandpaper and Glue says

    October 30, 2013 at 1:24 pm

    can’t wait to see how the wall comes out- it looks like it’s going to be incredible!!

    Reply
  10. 23

    Caitlin says

    October 30, 2013 at 1:10 pm

    LOVE the accent wall and how precious that she wanted to sleep with her sissy!

    Reply
  11. 24

    Leann says

    October 30, 2013 at 11:58 am

    I love your blog! Looking forward to the smaller state ornaments! I’ll be on the look out for them!

    Reply

Leave a Reply Cancel reply

Your email address will not be published. Required fields are marked *

Recipe Rating




  • Facebook
  • Instagram
  • Pinterest
  • RSS
  • YouTube
We are Nick and Bethany! Welcome to our blog, Reality Daydream where we share our DIY adventures!
Click here for lots of art projects using only wood stain on furniture!!
Please feel free to share or pin my posts! You're welcome to use ONE of my images (no collages or pinnables) with a link back to the corresponding post. Please do not edit or crop that single image in any way. Improper use of my photos, ideas or words is a violation of copyright. Thank you!

Categories

Attention: Almost any do-it-yourself project involves risk of some sort. Your tools, materials, and skills will vary, as will the conditions at your project site. Reality Daydream has made every effort to be complete and accurate in the instructions of the plans on this website. Reality Daydream will not assume any responsibility or liability for damages or losses sustained or incurred in the course of your project or in the use of the item you create. Always follow the manufacturer’s operating instructions in the use of tools, check and follow your local building codes, and observe all commonly accepted safety precautions.

 

Copyright © 2025 · Modern Blogger Pro On Genesis Framework · Customizations by Sweet Theory Designs · Privacy Policy · Log in