When you were perusing my holiday tablescape post did you see my fancy copper chandelier sleeves? My chandelier was looking a bit dingy with the aged yellowing sleeves. I decided to spray paint them copper for a new look.To update chandelier sleeves, you can paint them any … [Read more...]
Pretty Handy Girl’s Christmas Home Tour 2013
Welcome, welcome! I see you made it here from Songbird's beautiful home. If you are coming here first, be sure to check out Marianne's home:I can not tell you how excited I am to have you in for the tour. Last Christmas we were living in a demolition zone. So, it feels … [Read more...]
How to Spray Paint Brass Light Fixtures
The other day I showed you how to swag a chandelier. I think many of you fell in love with my sunny yellow light fixture (painted Summer Squash by Rustoleum.) Admit it, you fell for her!I will tell you how you can get your own! It shouldn't cost you more than $20 with … [Read more...]
Plans to Update My Laundry Room with Flow Wall System
You know that beautiful laundry room I showed you last year? Yes, this one:Well, it isn't so pretty right now, and honestly I strategically didn't photograph the ONE wall in the laundry room that isn't....so....pretty. Can you blame me?!But, that is all about to … [Read more...]
Beveled Glass Ornaments from an Old Brass Light
I had so much fun at the Habitat ReStore talk this past weekend. My favorite holiday decorations were these adorable beveled glass ornaments. Would you believe me if I told you that they began life as a dated octagon brass light fixture?Well, they did! And here is the … [Read more...]
Visit to Habitat for Humanity ReStore – A Peek Inside My Head
On Wednesday, I had the morning to myself since the kids were in summer camp. I decided not to work since it was my birthday. Most people would probably take the free morning to get a massage, or a pedicure, or go shopping. I chose the later. But, the shopping mall wasn't … [Read more...]