Remember last week's Week 1 of the One Room Challenge? Where I said, " Needless to say the Linen White was a drastic change and I was a little startled at first because the 2 story space gets lots of Southern exposure sun alot of the day! I am getting used to it and really starting to love the change, but want some contrast in the space with the interior doors," ?? Yeah, about that.... If … [Read more...]
One Room Challenge Week 1- Living and Dining Room Refresh Plan
In an attempt to put some fire under me and complete my foyer/dining room/living room refresh, I decided to join in the One Room Challenge this time! I've been a big fan of Linda at Calling It Home blog's ORC for quite some time and am so excited to be part of this with alot of other talented bloggers! If you aren't familiar with the ORC, it's 6 weeks of transforming a space. Some people do … [Read more...]
4 Casually Elegant Summer Porch Tablescapes
This Summer, our oldest son worked at the Pottery Barn Outlet while he was home from college. He worked in stock and built furniture! I really didn't stalk him the way I did when he was at Williams-Sonoma last Summer, but I did pop in one day and saw a few things I liked. It's hard not to- I mean, it is Pottery Barn after all! It's a great outlet and they had all outdoor items on clearance ( in … [Read more...]
Black Painted Bamboo Table
Last Spring, when a friend gave me a natural bamboo coffee table that she no longer wanted, I thought I might paint it and sell it. I loved the look, but didn't think I really needed a coffee table; however, after I painted it, I was sure I did (hoarder's logic and the reason why I'm currently reading The Life Changing Magic of Tidying Up-otherwise known as Throw It ALL Out). Did I mention our … [Read more...]
Pottery Barn Napkins Inspired Easter Table
Hi, Friends! Happy Thursday to ya! How's that whole Daylight Savings Time thing going? I sort of feel like I've been "off" since the time change deal last weekend. Things are in full swing around our house and it's been busy~ good busy, but busy nonetheless. My middle son has lacrosse practice every day and games every week, sometimes 2 with all the crazy weather we had a few weeks ago and trying … [Read more...]
How To Make A Skirted Pedestal Sink-Easy Sewing Tutorial
Edited on 6-26-15- This tutorial received a nice mention on the Today Show website by writer, Julie Pennell! The article is called, "Living in a Rental? 5 Ways to Upgrade the Bathroom." Read the full post here. :) I have been working on our downstairs powder room for a few months now. I have shared on Instagram and my Facebook page some of the things I've been planning, or items I've found … [Read more...]
Create Unique Pillows from Thrift Shop Clothing
While browsing through a thrift store recently, I spotted a beautiful coral dress made from an Indian fabric, complete with embroidered, beaded, and jeweled hem and neckline detailing. It wasn't my size unfortunately, but it was too pretty to pass up. I love the color coral~ it's usually my "go to" choice if I want to use something in the red family, and I thought it would work well in our master … [Read more...]