Today you have been invited to take a house tour at my friend Holly's home. Holly is a good friend of mine, so luckily I didn't have to beg too much for her to let us into her home. But, before we go in I want to tell you a little more about her. She wears many hats. She is a … [Read more...]
Make Your Own Decorative Mushrooms
Did you see the cute little red and white mushrooms in my terrariums that I made? They were super easy to make. I can show you how and this will only take a second. Materials: Wooden dowel rod or stick Acorn tops KILZ spray primer Red spray paint (Rustoleum Apple … [Read more...]
Make Your Own Terrarium and Save Hundreds of Dollars
Terrariums are making a comeback in home décor. Gone are the octagonal mirrored terrariums. They have been replaced by sleak apothecary jars, tall cylinders and lidded glass vessels (to name just a few shapes.) Twig Terrariums has an amazing array of beautiful ready made … [Read more...]
Tea Light Centerpiece
In my constant attempt to save things from the landfill, I came up with this nifty transformation of an old Hollywood light fixture. Can you believe that I took this... And turned it into this? Materials: Trim (canopy) piece of an old light … [Read more...]
Fall Mantle Decor and Vignettes
Fall is here, fall is here! Finally the cooler temps are near! I'm not sure about your area of the world, but this summer seemed a little too hot for my liking. My husband told me about the term "Global Weirding". It seems fitting for all this nonsense Mother Nature is throwing … [Read more...]
How to Slipcover a Couch Beautifully
We definitely have paranormal activity in our home. Things move without explanation. Pillows that were strategically placed by me to look magazine pretty inevitably end up on the floor after I leave the room. Kid sized chairs levitate on their own and land on top of the … [Read more...]
An Artist’s Inspiration Board from an Old Window
Hey guys, today I'm dishing up a triple dose of posts for you. I've been busy, really busy, super busy! And you don't know the half of it. As you are reading this, I'm on my way home from California. I flew out to surprise my little sister for her birthday. She and her husband … [Read more...]
Making Printed Drop Cloth Bulletin Boards
I'm so excited to share this tutorial with you. I knew it could be done, but honestly I didn't believe it until I tried it. When I saw THIS cute project over at Home Frosting, it got my creative wheels turning. I asked Lesa for a few clarifications and she gave me the … [Read more...]
Dollar Store Flower Pot Makeover
Another project I completed before the birthday party was a quick makeover for a pair of ho-hum dollar store flower pots. My friend Heather helped me add some jute rope and fake flowers then set them out with utensils in them. Perfect for a summertime birthday … [Read more...]
Leen the Graphics Queen and Installing Wall Vinyl
I had the opportunity to meet Leen the Graphics Queen last week when she, her husband and her two sweet boys were in town. We met at Monkey Joe's (an inflatable playground) and our boys had a fun and energetic afternoon playing together. If you haven't heard of Leen, she is … [Read more...]
Magnetic Art Display Frame
I don't know about you, but I've been fighting a losing battle lately. I have begged, yelled, and threatened my boys to stop putting stickers and tape on the walls. I think my youngest one upped me, he put tape and stickers on his door! I had given up the battle until I came … [Read more...]
Spring Vignettes and Mantle Décor
Ahhh, the birds are chirping and the flowers are in full bloom. The azaleas in our yard look like fireworks exploding with color. I long to open the windows and let in the sounds and the sweet smells. But, alas, the pollen bomb is still in full dumping mode. I'm not … [Read more...]
Changing Out Your Pillows for a New Look
Winter is almost over, and not a moment too soon! I have been hanging onto my Christmas cards and warm fuzzy pillows and throw (from Pier One). But, I have been feeling the Winter blues. So, I decided to make a quick change to the line up in our living room. (Hey, Pretty Handsome … [Read more...]
Creating Seasonal Vignettes
I like to revitalize my love for a room by switching out the décor throughout the year. Decorating for the season gives the room a fresh look. Mantles are the ideal place to begin: Autumn Christmas Valentine's Day Springtime But, if you don't have a mantle, you can use … [Read more...]
Making a Decorative Barn Door
When Miss Mustard Seed and I were junkin' on Black Friday, she asked what I was looking for. I immediately answered rustic, rusty, and anything that looks aged and has a story to tell. I am so wacky like that, I could care less how well something is made or if it is an expensive … [Read more...]
Guest Blogger – Michelle from Dream Home DIY
Hey guys, I'm a blog hoppin' today. Michelle from Dream Home DIY and I are trading places. Without further ado, take it away Michelle! Hello fellow Pretty Handy Girl followers! I'm Michelle dropping by from over at Dream Home DIY where my sweet, … [Read more...]
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