Move Mountains In Your Home
As always, I was floored at the creativity, resourcefulness and talent displayed in the links last week. You girls are gooood. Here are some favorites... I think this painted console (and the entire room) by Erin from Welcome Home is so chic! It started out as a dated 1980's buffet, but it now looks modern and very high end. I love paint. I'm just sayin'. These corbels … [Read more...]
The renovation that wouldn't end has finally come to an end. As I was looking back over the pictures to prepare this post, I realize it's taken a YEAR to get this 4' x 8' space finish. In our defense, we've had a pretty busy year and the half bathroom was just not a priority. We did hear some grumblings from the teenagers that frequent our home, because they had to hoof it up the steps to use the … [Read more...]
This seems to happen every year. I take down all of my Christmas stuff and I cannot remember what I had where. It seems like all of the accessories have disappeared over the holidays and I'm left with bare tables. I know things have wandered to other parts of the house, so I'm left looking at my living and dining rooms and I'm at a loss. Does anyone else have this problem? So, I … [Read more...]
Most of the time I take my furniture to Lucketts or a fair, it sells and I don't ever see it again. It's always nice when I "hear from one." (Especially when it ends up in the home of a professional photographer who sends me photographic proof that it found a good home.) This dresser started out as a typical Craig's List find, but there was something about the quality of it, the … [Read more...]
I must apologize for some of the wonkiness going on with my blog at the moment. You may have been "rejected" from my site (don't worry, so was I) and some things are now missing (like my slide show of recent posts and fancy widgets.) We're just experiencing some "technical difficulties" as they say and things will hopefully be sorted out on Monday. Even in my early days of blogging, I … [Read more...]
It's that time again! I looked through my favorite wholesale catalog and picked something that caught my eye and now it's Wuslu's deal of the day! I love pieces that are multifunctional and bring texture to a room and this slatted tray fits both of those categories nicely. It's large enough to make a statement hung vertically or horizontally on a wall or it can function as a tray … [Read more...]
It's good to be back into my usual routine with FFF and I enjoyed looking through your links from last week. I can't believe so much furniture making-over is going on in January! I love it! Here are a couple of my favorites from last week... I think this Craig's List dresser makeover by Sue of Uniquely Chic is wonderful. Of course, you know I'm a fan of refinished wood tops, but I also … [Read more...]
I had a plan for my life and it changed. There was a time when my dream was to be a professional stage actress. (Yep, that's me.) It was more than a dream; it was a goal I worked hard towards for many years. I even got my degree in musical theatre. But there came a point in my life when I realized I loved the stage, but I didn't love the lifestyle that came with it. It meant … [Read more...]
There are times when I find something and I know it's junk. I know I might not be able to salvage it, but I think it's worth a shot. This chair is one of those pieces. I found it at Lucketts, marked down to $25 from $70. I knew immediately why it was discounted. It had a fabulous shape, was painted a great green, but... ...well, you can see the problem in this blurry … [Read more...]
I had a very productive day today and it felt great. I made three pillows, upholstered an arm chair, painted a piece of furniture and caulked and primed some trim. Whew! There are a few things that are contributing to the flurry of activity. First of all, we have a big photo shoot happening over the next two days. Second, I need to take some more shots for the cover of my book. Lastly, … [Read more...]
Today between church and youth group, I was working on mundane things like cleaning and painting my front door. On Friday, though, I was able to take some time to get my family room straight after the Christmas decor came down. I pulled out my clay pot caddy from the basement and finally put it to use holding Crayons for my boys. I've been hesitant to put things out like this, knowing they … [Read more...]
Maybe you've heard of the amazing DIY/Blogging Conference happening in Atlanta in June... I am so excited to be a part of the crew putting it together. We've got some awesome key note speakers , amazing sponsors (like Home Depot!) and some great workshops (that are mostly nailed down, but are subject to change)... **DIY** •Brave it Off Auto: Photography Workshop •Pimp Your … [Read more...]
Meet Heather Anderson. She's a self-proclaimed dreamer, designer, storyteller (and nerd!) My kind of girl. She followed one of those dreams and opened her online shop, Post Road Vintage, over 2 years ago. She sells items that fit her chic, cottage style, including her signature mason jars turned soap dispensers. ...and cute coat … [Read more...]
It's the first FFF of the new year and I almost missed it! It's been a crazy week for me, so I didn't have a chance to get some favorites lined up for you. I did enjoy looking through some of the best furniture from last year, though. We've accomplished a lot, haven't we? If nothing else, we have some great furniture, right? So, link up and I'll pick some favorites for next week! Here … [Read more...]
The winner of the nest painting is Debbie Thompson, who said she would decorate her entire master bedroom around it (that's what I did with mine!) Enjoy the gorgeous painting. Thanks so much to Laura for offering it up as a giveaway. If you'd like to purchase a painting from Laura, you can contact her through her Etsy shop. After my whirlwind trip to New York City, there is so much … [Read more...]
Tonight, I am writing this post from a beautiful hotel in midtown Manhattan. We just got back to our room from seeing Wicked from the center of the second row and I am on a musical theatre high. It was amazing. I can't wait to tell you all about this day and this trip. It's been very special. But, tonight I'm pooped and I have a busy day tomorrow, so I'll tell you … [Read more...]
I just spotted that my sweet friend Layla is having a word-of-the-year party, so I thought I would join in. It actually fits nicely with what I was going to write about today, anyway. I've had a few overwhelming moments this year already...and we're only nine days in! It's all good stuff, but I'm realizing that when too many good things happen all at one time, it can be overwhelming. Last … [Read more...]
Thanks so much for all of the wonderful comments about my home office makeover. I really love the space as well and it's amazing to look through my kitchen into that room and see it finished. I was asked quite a few questions about it, so I thought I would answer some of the FAQs in a post. First of all, the wall color is Grey Owl in matte and the trim and cabinetry is Waterborne … [Read more...]
Some of you spotted the gorgeous next painting in my master bedroom... It was painted by my very dear friend, former student in our youth ministry, designer of my logo and an amazing artist, Laura Dreyer. She is now selling original oil nest paintings in her Etsy shop and graciously offered one up for a giveaway. Here it is... This is a one-of-a-kind original oil painting on a 16 x … [Read more...]
I kinda have to pinch myself today. I have four of my blogging icons here to share some words of wisdom on using quality photos to grow your blog and then I get to chime in on the subject as well. Kate from Centsational Girl brought us together to share a series on Growing Your Blog. I know I would've loved to read something like this when I first started, so I'm honored to be a part … [Read more...]
I'm sorry for disappearing for a day! It's so rare for me not to post, but I've been working on a special (and very exciting/terrifying) project and it took all of my time yesterday. I've been in video-uploading, picture editing, error-receiving purgatory and just didn't have time to get a post up. I also spent three hours (and a ridiculous sum of money) at the hair salon yesterday. I've never had … [Read more...]
One of the projects we tackled over the holiday was the master bedroom. It's a room that's been giving me trouble since the day we moved in. The space is just awkward. So, Mini and I painted the ceiling, walls and trim, my dad drywalled over an unnecessary doorway and then my mom and I put together the accessories. I still have a little more to do, but the bulk of the room is done. The … [Read more...]
Happy New Year! I must say, I'm excited about 2012. 2011 was a fantastic year for me full of exciting e-mails and big opportunities and lessons learned and growth and friendships. I feel like even more exciting things are around the corner, though, and I can't wait to see how it all unfolds. It's exciting and terrifying all at the same time. I keep clinging to the fact that God has not … [Read more...]
Well, I'm a week and a day late in doing this post, but I'm a little out of sorts with Christmas and family visits and projects and all of that, but I'm really excited about this post, so I figured it was better late than never. This is a party where you can link up all of your favorite furniture makeovers and finds of 2011. It's OK if you've shared them at FFF before, but only share your very … [Read more...]
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