Glad you came back to see how I hung the curtains in our bedroom. If you are just joining us, I hung some blinds the other day in a mini-makeover for our master bedroom. Hanging Curtains Then I hung a curtain rod and flanked both windows with some billowy white cotton … [Read more...]
Hanging New Blinds
Happy New Year! I love January 1st. It is a new beginning, with new goals, resolutions and a chance to start fresh. We had an open house style party on New Year's Day. I was talking with my friend Leslie about how little changes can really make a big difference in your home … [Read more...]
Presto Chango Christmas Wreath
Sneak Peek at my Christmas Wreath I am getting a lot of mileage out of my white base wreath I bought at Target several months ago. With it I've been able to make a Magnolia Leaf Wreath for the fall. I made a Feather Wreath for Thanksgiving. Now it was time to give the … [Read more...]
Rustic Christmas Decorating
"SANTA CLAUS IS COMIN' TO TOWN!" Cover your ears because a very tone deaf woman (myself) was belting out the Christmas songs this weekend. With Thanksgiving behind us, I released the restraints and broke out the Christmas décor. The kids are loving it and counting down the days … [Read more...]
Installing Cabinet Knobs
I spent the weekend in Norfolk, VA with my two wonderful sisters (Alana and Caitlin) and Alana's boyfriend, Eddie. We had fun kicking some DIY butt! Who knew you could have so much fun installing cabinet knobs! Most of the projects were centered around Alana's kitchen. The … [Read more...]
A New/Old Foyer Light
I have been looking for the perfect foyer light about three years now. In the search, I removed an ugly dated hanging light and replaced it with this: Okay, it is a little better, but I still wasn't in love! And that is the key to the right lighting, you have to LOVE it … [Read more...]
Mom Cave – Who Knew There was such a Thing!
If you are an addicted blogosphere surfer, you are probably aware that there are two contests being sponsored by Home Goods right now. If you blog or write about your own personal Mom Cave, you could win $250 to spend at Home Goods! And what Mom couldn't use that?! Enter Your … [Read more...]
Decoupaging the Dresser Panel with Wrapping Paper
Here is the decoupage tutorial I promised you from the Diva of a Dresser makeover. Materials:Wrapping Paper, Decorative Paper or Wall PaperFresh Sharp Exacto bladeMod PodgeSpray Adhesive (optional) Paint BrushI started by unrolling a section of wrapping paper large enough to fit … [Read more...]
Yikes! Someone Call Pest Control – Creepy Wall Silhouettes
Dear fellow mouse loving bloggers who have adorned your homes with these adorable mice silhouettes, I admit it, I've been envious of your vermin. But, I knew I didn't want to look all over town for those Martha Stewart mice silhouettes. So I thought I could buy them online. … [Read more...]
Fall Accessorizing, it’s Definitely Not Perfect!
I've had some time this week to catch up with some of my girlfriends. Sometimes this means it was a few minutes in the parking lot at preschool. Or a phone conversation. I definitely value their friendships and wish I had more time to spend with them (thankfully most of my … [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...]
Quick and Easy Bookcase Facelift – I’ve Got Your Back
Now that my re-upholstered office chair is complete, I wanted to address the dark looming bookcase that I sit next to. I am obsessed with natural light and the color of a room can really effect my mood. We recently painted our office and had ceiling lights installed in the … [Read more...]
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