My Creative Studio
I haven't always had a creative studio space. For the first 23 years of our marriage I worked all over the house; the kitchen table, a corner of the master bedroom, or even the garage. I learned that you can make a space for yourself to be creative no matter how small your place is.But finally … [Read More...]
Easy Fall Gift
The other day I made some cute pumpkin favors for my lady friends and I thought I'd share it with you since it's such an easy fall gift to make! These tiny candles tied in with my one-little-word for 2017...Light. And this year, that word has proven to be quite powerful in our lives.Like I … [Read more... ]
Mini Kitchen Remodel
We've been working hard over the past couple of months (Mike more than I), but we're almost done with our mini kitchen remodel! (***I'll list sources at the end of the post!***) Here's a little update... See 1st post about range hood HEREWe've done a whole lot in this kitchen since we moved in … [Read more... ]
Comforts of Home
Thanks to my friends at Ecuadane who sent me my newest favorite thing-the Everywhere Blanket- Jane Austin said, "there is nothing like staying at home for real comfort", I totally agree. But, since summer lends itself to travel, even this homebody enjoys a get-away when days stretch long and … [Read more... ]
Guest Room Makeover
Nothing like family coming to motivate me to finish my guest room! After we had hardwoods put in last fall, I didn't take time to think about exactly what I wanted to do in here...really, I just threw the bed in and called it a day :) But now I had time to think through how I wanted the room to … [Read more... ]
Outdoor Projects
Happy Memorial Day Weekend for my friends in the US! This weekend is the traditional kick off to summer vacation and with that in mind, Emily has picked some great outdoor projects from your links last week!Our party hostesses are:That’s What {Che} Said | Creatively Living | Club Chica … [Read more... ]
Changes in the Kitchen
Over our 32 years of marriage, Mike and I have made a habit of diving into a new project when we need a distraction. Most of the time, a new project will keep our minds focused on the good stuff. Stuff like creativity and common goals. Not everyone loves doing house projects...I totally understand … [Read more... ]
Budget-Friendly Guest Room Makeover
After we put hardwoods in the upstairs last year, we did a budget-friendly guest room makeover. This is an UPDATED POST My granddaughters call this bedroom the "beachy bedroom". The "headboard" is a screen from Hobby Lobby. The mirrors were ones I had around the house. The bed was from … [Read more... ]
Guest Bathroom Makeover
At the end of last year, Mike and I had hardwoods put in throughout our upstairs. While we were at it, we did budget makeovers on all the rooms up there, including this bathroom. When I start any room makeover or renovation the first thing I decide is the mood I want in that room. By mood I mean … [Read more... ]
Easter Ideas!
So excited to bring you some Easter ideas from last week's link up! These beautiful eggs from Daune at Cottage in the Oaks are dyed using natural elements like purple cabbage!Easter table inspiration with faux flowers from Clean and Scentisible ...If you're in the mood to make a little … [Read more... ]
Easy Spring Pillows
It's springtime. At least it is in my mind and around our house. When the birds start nesting and the trees are just starting to bud, I do a little nesting of my own. Lightening up our rooms is easy when you change up just a few things.Like the pillows in the living room... I decided to … [Read more... ]
Spring Inspiration
Are you guys ready for spring? From the looks of our link up last week, I'd guess you are absolutely ready! Before I get to the "official" features from last week, I wanted to show you some of my favorites! Cute bunny printables...I Should Be Mopping the Floor Lovely ideas for outdoor … [Read more... ]
Spring Time Projects & Treats!
Last week we had some really creative links! I was totally inspired by all the great spring time ideas like these...Settings for Four And this beautiful but simple centerpiece...Refresh Restyle And this fantastic DIY Irish Blessing Sign...Blesser House Now...are ya eady to inspire and … [Read more... ]
Thoughts on Lent
The season of Lent, " a time of repentance, fasting, and preparation for the coming of the Easter season. It is a time of self-examination and reflection." I didn't grow up in a church that observed the Church calendar, maybe that's why I'm so drawn to it. Or maybe it's the order and … [Read more... ]
DIY Projects With Lots of Color!
Welcome back to Monday Funday Link Party, one of the biggest blog parties around! Thank you for your enthusiasm and loyalty to our party each week. We love to feature YOU and love it even more when we see our readers continue to link up with us each and every week. Seriously…you guys ROCK!!As … [Read more... ]
Spring Inspiration!
Welcome back and you're going to LOVE this week's features...we've got Ten Ideas that are full of spring inspiration from last week's links! Our hostesses are:That’s What {Che} Said | Creatively Living | Club Chica Circle | Becoming Martha Wait ‘Til Your Father Gets Home | A Cup Full of … [Read more... ]
Nine Ideas for Farmhouse Decor
Welcome back and you're going to LOVE this weeks features...we've got nine farmhouse decor Ideas from last week's links! Our hostesses are:That’s What {Che} Said | Creatively Living | Club Chica Circle | Becoming Martha Wait ‘Til Your Father Gets Home | A Cup Full of Sass The Benson Street | … [Read more... ]