Despite my own musings, my boyfriend refuses to believe I’m any sort of domestic goddess. I’ve got a feeling that if I arm myself with an apron like this one, looking the part might help my cause.

{Art’s Ant Apron, Anthropologie, $32.00}

{Owl Letter Holder, Urban Outfitters, $24.00}

Bills will never go unnoticed when perched on this little guy.

{Owl Carry You Necklace, Forever21, $5.80}

Such a sweet little necklace at an even sweeter price.

{Creature Kingdom Owl Hook, Anthropologie, $20.00}

I could probably even train my boyfriend to hang up his coat on a hook as charming as this one.

{Owl Ring, Urban Outfitters, $16.00}

I love nothing more than a big, bold ring. It’s even better when it’s of my new favorite animal.

{Flower Farm Measuring Cups, $28.00}

{Plucked Petals Measuring Spoons, $24.00}

{Florist Measuring Cups, $36.00}

Images courtesy of Anthropologie.

The creative team at Anthropologie must feel the same way, given their current window displays. With 38 billion plastic water bottles being thrown out each year, they set out to reduce that number by creating delightful window displays and ceiling installations from them. And while their particular scale might be unattainable (and impractical) for your own home, I think a few displayed in a garden bed, or even a simple vase

Here’s how you can create your plastic garden:

1. Using a box cutter, carefully and lightly slice top of bottle off. The size all depends on how long you’d like your petals to be.

2. Cut out petals, in shapes of your choosing.

3. Bend cut petals back.

4. Paint them in colors and patterns of your choice.

{Images courtesy of Anthropologie and Flickr}

For inspiration on “growing” your own garden, simply visit your local Anthropologie store or click through after the jump for photos from national stores’ windows.

"I hate drying up" dish towel, $18.00

Growing up in northern Scotland, my mom’s childhood home was always stocked with tea towels to dry dishes. She still loves them and now keeps my childhood home stocked with plenty. They’re usually tucked out of sight, but these cute options from Anthropologie are worthy of display, don’t you think?

"Do the Dishes" Dishtowel, $18.00

"Fancy a Brew?" Dishtowel, $18.00

{Dishtowels, Anthropologie, $14.00-42.00}

Potterybarn's Bird House Salt & Pepper Shakers

Sure, you can put salt and pepper into boring, standard shakers, but why do that when you can sweeten up your table with whimsical salt and pepper shakers? Just a simple touch is all you need for a side of whimsy with dinner.

GoodyDevi, Etsy.com, $40

Picnic Condiment Caddy, Anthropologie.com, $24

Lovebirds S/P Set, PatinaStores.com, $12

If it’s wrong to love this adorably retro, sweetly printed apron, then I don’t want to be right. Is it just me, or do you also think meals will taste better, knowing I prepared them so fashionably?

{Stockholm Floral Apron, Anthropologie, $28.00}

When I first learned about the company’s insider program, called anthro, I didn’t hesitate to sign up. The free membership entitles me to shop for items not yet available to the masses, receipt-free returns (in the rare event I actually need to make a return), and sweet discounts during my birthday month (which, thank you for inquiring, happens to be this month). Interested in learning more? Check out the anthro homepage here.

Now that I’m older (and decidedly more eco-friendly), I’ve made the switch from plastic garbage to more refined, multi-purpose kitchen accessories. My favorites? These diner-esque glasses from Anthropologie. I serve everything in them, from water to wine, beer to soda, and they work well with it all.  It also saves me a bundle on buying separate glassware for every beverage. Adding just a touch of whimsy any occasion, they tend to make everything a little fancier, too, even if it is me just sitting on the couch next to the boyfriend while he watches Sunday night football…which ends when, exactly?

Set of four Fleur de Lys Glasses available for $32 at Anthropologie stores nationwide and www.anthropologie.com.

Few people give their shower curtains second thought. If it keeps water in the tub and not all over your floor, then what more could you possibly need? 

I’m not certain, but I’m pretty sure that my showers are now a little more fun with a curtain like this one. Made with simple cotton that launders like a dream, the ombre ruffles fade from a dark turquoise at the bottom to a light mint at the top. Inspired by a flamenco dancer’s skirt, the curtain adds a little spice to an ordinary space.

Although my own bathroom is teeny tiny, the curtain doesn’t overwhelm the space and has made it look a little bigger and much more festive. Get your own at Anthropologie for $118.