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No Spend November Challenge-Part 3 (saloon doors, frame, and furniture feet)

November 17, 2017

[wpforms id=”394″ title=”true”]   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… Read More No Spend November Challenge-Part 3 (saloon doors, frame, and furniture feet)

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No Spend November Challenge-Part 2 (towel holder and wooden shelf)

November 10, 2017

[wpforms id=”394″ title=”true”] 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… Read More No Spend November Challenge-Part 2 (towel holder and wooden shelf)

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No Spend November Challenge-Part 1 (up-cycling and repurposing)

November 2, 2017

[wpforms id=”394″ title=”true”]   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… Read More No Spend November Challenge-Part 1 (up-cycling and repurposing)

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DIY Framed Chalkboard

September 29, 2017

[wpforms id=”394″ title=”true”] 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… Read More DIY Framed Chalkboard

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How To Age Galvanized Metal (the “natural” way)

September 22, 2017

[wpforms id=”394″ title=”true”] 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… Read More How To Age Galvanized Metal (the “natural” way)