Hi, Friends! I thought I was going to do better about writing a few more posts regularly, but that plan isn’t proving to work too well in my current season of life! Caring for my Dad and his Dr. appointments and errands, helping our college sons with various needs at this stage in their lives, attending to the needs of our own home, dogs, etc. Who said Empty Nest was easier?! 😅 Today, I’m … [Read more...]
Friday Favorites
Hello, Friends, I hope you’re enjoying your Summer! We have been enjoying these warmer months and have taken some fun little trips lately, which I’ll share at another time because I think you’ll enjoy, but today I wanted to share some things I’m loving this Summer. ☀️ Disclosure: A few of the things I’m sharing are affiliate links, meaning I make a small commission if you choose to buy an item … [Read more...]
Painted Bathroom Vanity
In my previous post about the guest bath makeover, I said I would share the painted vanity in a separate post! This is a short post, but I thought I'd share how I prepped the thermafoil cabinets and then painted them. The white thermafoil cabinets were installed when we built out home 17 years ago and were starting to peel around the vanity cabinet doors. If you aren't familiar with … [Read more...]
How to Make a Long Shower Curtain with Valance
This Fall, we have officially lived in our home for 17 years! When I was thinking back to the last time I redecorated my boys' bathroom, I thought it had been "a few" years, well turns out that was 6 years ago! Really there was nothing wrong with the bath, it just felt tired and a bit blah, plus all our sons are now away at college, so it felt like a good time to update the decor. The walls … [Read more...]
Double Porch Swing Outdoor Space
Several years ago, we created a space under our back deck that has become my favorite place to spend time! Being a Southerner my whole life, I’m not sure why I waited so long to own a porch swing. It’s not just a past time here in the South, but rather a way of life. Like sweet tea, fried chicken, and pimento cheese are Southern staples, so is the Porch Swing. My parents had one on our porch … [Read more...]
New Exterior Paint Colors
After many years of enjoying Behr's Mermaid Net on our front door, I decided I was ready for a more traditional color! So many of you have commented and messaged me on social media about that pale aqua door, and I'm so glad you loved it well, too. It's still a beautiful color! I rearranged our back deck when I found a nice rectangular aluminum outdoor table & chairs. We still have … [Read more...]
Pine, Citrus, and Spode Woodlands Inspired Thanksgiving Table
Last year's Thanksgiving table was maybe one of my favorites because of a very good day on eBay last Fall! I think that was when I realized how much I loved the adrenalin rush from winning a bid on eBay.... There I was one day, just minding my own business, when I saw an auction for Spode Woodlands dinner plates. I had started collecting the salad plates a few years previously, but wanted some … [Read more...]