If you have seen any of my posts this month, you know that I have challenged myself to a “No Spend November” when it comes to home decor. In some ways, this has been simple. I’ve found unused, unloved decor items in our home, and have restored them or changed them to fit my… Read More No Spend November Challenge-Part 3 (saloon doors, frame, and furniture feet)
Ok, why didn’t Joanna Gaines check with me first before launching the Hearth and Hand with Magnolia line this week? Didn’t she know I was challenging myself to a “No Spend November”? I mean, I have had to practice some serious self control, which has NOT been easy because people are posting it EVERYWHERE! Maybe… Read More No Spend November Challenge-Part 2 (towel holder and wooden shelf)
I look forward to November for many things. First of all, Thanksgiving. Duh. No question I love gathering with family, stuffing myself with things people only make once a year (yet how are they experts and how do they taste so. good.?) I am also excited for November because my One and Only has… Read More No Spend November Challenge-Part 1 (up-cycling and repurposing)
Have I mentioned to you that I love inexpensive, one-of-a-kind art? Many people believe that those aren’t really words that go together, but that’s why I love old frames. Sometimes they tell a story. Sometimes, they are just a cry for help! Either way they make for GREAT, unique, inexpensive art. I never pass up… Read More 5 Ways to Transform an Old Frame
Fall is officially here. I’m talking leaves on the ground, chill in the air, consider turning the heat on, and all of my sandals are in a place I can’t grab them even if I wanted to. Ok maybe not my flip flops. Those NEVER get put away, amiright? And since we’re on the subject,… Read More How to Wear Black Leggings (In the Fall)
Pinch me, I MUST be dreaming! I cannot believe I am FINALLY revealing our farmhouse style dining room to you today. We moved into this house over 4 years ago, and our dining room was under appreciated and underutilized, to say the least. The worst part? It is one of the first rooms you see… Read More Farmhouse Dining Room Reveal
I love my kitchen. Ok, I like my kitchen. But the reality is that is where I spend much of my time, so I should love my kitchen, am I right? I peruse many other “farmhouse” kitchens and marvel at their beauty. I try not to play the “if only I had” game, but sometimes… Read More DIY Antique Kitchen Sign
Our playroom is a disaster, as it should be, right? That being said, I still dream that it can be less of a disaster and I don’t think I’m alone. I have plenty of those dreams that float around in my head, and some of them actually get accomplished! The chalkboard wall was just one… Read More DIY Framed Chalkboard
I love old things. Old chairs, old frames, old doors… There is a peddler’s mall close to home that I frequent. I could spend 3-4 hours there just searching through booths, in hopes of finding treasure. Sometimes I get lucky and find something inexpensive. Other times, I find old treasure, that costs a small fortune!… Read More How To Age Galvanized Metal (the “natural” way)
I remember when I enjoyed shopping in stores. Those were the days… Maybe I will again someday, but since having kids, shopping looks WAY different than it used to. I remember parking far away so I could get in some extra steps. Now I park as close as I can so my 2 year old… Read More Top 10 Favorite Fall Boots (and they’re all on Amazon!)