Sometimes having a clear vision for how you want a space to look can be a hindrance when trying to finish a room. It's usually a good thing, because there is an actionable to-do list. It can...
butler’s pantry makeover | reveal
Thursday of last week was the last day the boys were in sports camp, so I had the house to myself to work uninterrupted. The butler's pantry was done and I allowed it to dry for a couple of days...
butler’s pantry makeover | part 1
This week, I finally tackled the butler's pantry! I don't know what took me so long and it's hard to believe it lasted as long as it did without being painted, but I do think my patience has...
boxwood green kitchen island
When I initially painted the walls and island of my kitchen, I knew that I might change them once we had white countertops installed. I didn't know how long that would take, though, so I wanted to...
repainting the primitive blue cabinet
The primitive blue hutch has been one of my favorite pieces of furniture for several years, but it is a little too primitive for my current home. The shape is simple enough, so I think it has more...
cherry picking
I hope you had a lovely fourth of July! We invited some friends over from our church and then watched fireworks from a vantage point near our house. It was low key, but everything July 4th should...
front garden reveal
Other than letting everything grow, the front garden is all finished! Well, for now. I am still a novice gardener, but one thing I have learned is that gardens are dynamic and they are never...
milk paint landscape mural | reveal
Unless you follow me on Instagram, when you last saw the milk paint landscape mural in the dining room, it was just getting started with the watery Lucketts Green base for the land. Well, Friday it...
milk paint landscape mural
A few weeks ago, I shared my plan to paint a soft landscape mural in my dining room. The dining room is one of the smallest non-bathroom rooms in the house and it's square with a large window and...
making ourselves at home
Before I get into today's post, I want to encourage you to visit one of my friend's websites. Laura Dreyer is a talented artist and creative business owner (she is the creator of Little Clay Land),...