How are you guys doing? Hanging in there? I have some Spring decorating projects that will help you get through the next few weeks and bring a smile to your face. Most of the projects are really easy. Some of them are as simple as sticking an artificial flower bush in a recycled purse. You… [Read More]
Upcycled Craft: Succulent Plant Rake Wreath
My rusty rake has a new life as a succulent plant rake wreath. You guys know I have a thing for succulents…..faux succulents, and this succulent wreath is pretty darn classy considering the backdrop is a rusty rake. I think this wreath could be used for any season of the year except for Winter. The[Read More…]
Furniture Obsession: Simple Sophisticated White Dresser
This is one of those furniture projects that has me smiling. The simple sophisticated white dresser is a showstopper. The special addition to the makeover that took it to another level is the ceramic rose knobs. I tried adding a girly swirly wood applique and that was overkill. It was nice to get back to[Read More…]
30 Times White Was The Perfect Furniture Makeover Color
When it comes to furniture projects I have the hardest time choosing the perfect furniture makeover color. White is one of my fallback colors along with black and gray so if inspiration doesn’t strike I choose on of these neutral paint colors. Lately white has been my favorite color. Maybe because white is clean and[Read More…]
Junk Find: Vintage Metal Lawn Chair With A Lot Of Patina
I found so many cool items at the junk shop Saturday. The majority are going to my booth but a few things like the vintage metal lawn chair are staying with me. I finally made it to my favorite junk shop over the weekend. I was sick for a few weeks (story at the bottom[Read More…]
Vintage Upcycle: Cheese Box Flower Display
This cheese box flower display was created using a recycled wooden ruler and two vintage wood boxes. The rustic boxes look great together and the faux hydrangea blooms can be replaced with all kinds of things. Maybe use the display to hold washcloths in the bathroom or cookbooks in the kitchen. Today is Thrift Store[Read More…]
13 Dramatic Dining Room Chair Makeovers
Going above and beyond with dining room chair makeovers is worth the time and effort. Paint for the wood frame and a new fabric for the padded seat will make the original chair unrecognizable…..in a good way. I have a love/hate relationship with chairs. They’re a pain in the bu#^% to paint. But…..they look so[Read More…]
9 Sizzling Hot Glue Gun Projects
Hot glue gun projects are my favorite projects because they are fast and easy. I bet you have a hot glue gun. Time to get it out. My much loved and much used glue gun. You guys know I have a love-hate relationship with my glue gun. It makes me crazy but I can’t live[Read More…]
The Easy Way To Cover Stain Bleed
Painted Furniture With Stain Bleed Through When you have the original stain bleed through painted furniture you have a problem. Sometimes it’s an easy fix and sometimes the stain is really stubborn. This stain bleed was a tough one and I took care of it the easy way. Today is Furniture Fixer Upper Tour day[Read More…]
How To Choose The Best White Paint Color For Bedroom Walls
Finding The Right White It took a while but I found the perfect white paint color for our bedroom walls. When we decided to paint our bedrooms I went on the hunt for the perfect white for the walls. Choosing the paint color for the trim was not a problem and the ceiling paint was[Read More…]
Vintage Pineapple Finial Bed Painted Two Tone Pink
Another Paint Project That Went Sideways As happens a lot this project took many twists and turns. But it turned out okay. The vintage twin bed has those pineapple finials I love so much. They look great painted and distressed. But guess what…..I didn’t distress the paint. I did something different. I gave the bed[Read More…]
5 Minute DIY: Decorative Candy Or Whatnot Jar
DIY projects don’t have to take a ton of time to be great! This 5 minute DIY is a versatile piece. It can be used to display all kinds of things or used simply as a candy jar. Nothing wrong with candy at all especially if it’s chocolate. I put various things in the glass[Read More…]
Thrifty Decorating Ideas: Red And Pink Mantel Display
Making A Eucalyptus Grapevine Wreath To Display With Red And Pink Stuff On The Mantel I always have a few thrifty decorating ideas up my sleeve. Today it’s all about making a wreath from a flea market find and showcasing the wreath along with red and pink stuff to celebrate February. I didn’t redecorate my[Read More…]