Move Mountains In Your Home
I hope everyone had a wonderful Christmas. It was an awesome day for me. You can read the recap HERE if you missed it. I love the rush of presents on Christmas, but it's always a bit of a let-down when the day that you've been anticipating for weeks is finally over. The Christmas music is banned until next November, the tree and decorations are about to come down and it's back to eating … [Read more...]
I hope no one started a stripping project and then got stuck in the middle of it without part two of my video! :) I finally had the chance to edit it. In this video, I'm using Strypeeze, a biodegradable chemical paint remover, mineral spirits, and a putty knife. All are available from your local True Value Hardware or their online store. Enjoy part two... The top definitely … [Read more...]
I remember the first piece of furniture I purchased at a yard sale to refinish. It was a small 1950's highboy that I scored for $10. I slid it into the backseat of my car and couldn't wait to get it home to test out my DIY skills. I had never refinished a piece of furniture, but I was pretty confident I could figure it out. We lived in a tiny apartment, so I lugged the dresser onto our … [Read more...]
I'm heading down to Lucketts today with my mom to drop off some things in my space and to do some shopping. Really fun shopping that I'll tell you about later. While on the road, though, I'll be taking full advantage of modern technology and will answer questions asked of me on the TrueValue FaceBook Page using my iPhone. As most of you know, my specialty is paint, so feel free to ask … [Read more...]
If I could only have one power tool, I would have no hesitation choosing which one it would be...a drill. No question. Our drill makes an appearance in many of my projects, like this shelf I built for Cottages & Bungalows... (Okay, my husband helped on that one.) ...and you can see it in a couple of tutorials in Inspired You... We had a nice … [Read more...]
It's been such a great experience to be a part of the True Value DIY Blog Squad for a second year. Last year, I was able to paint my kitchen cabinets as one of my big projects... ...and it made a huge difference in my home. (Wow...it's hard to remember when my cabinets looked like that!) I also replaced all of the hardware, which completed the … [Read more...]
It seems like a lot of my readers who have a question about a project or product just ask in a comment or send me an e-mail, but some of you might be a little shy when it comes to "raising your virtual hand" to ask something. If that describes you, this is your chance to ask me a question! Tomorrow (September 20, 2012) from 10 am -4 pm EST, I will be available "live" on the True Value Facebook … [Read more...]
Am I the only one who has trouble finding the right screwdriver that's the right size and shape for the hardware I have to remove from a dresser? Usually I need a flat-head screwdriver for the vintage pieces and I'm always misplacing them. I use them so often for prying things, opening paint cans, etc. and I'm not the greatest at putting things away. So, when True Value sent me … [Read more...]
I'm so excited to be a part of the True Value DIY Blog Squad again this year. One of my "duties" is getting to answer some of your DIY questions in an Ask the Blog Squad session on the True Value Facebook page. The session starts tomorrow, July 24, 2012. If you'd like to jump in and ask a question, come on over! … [Read more...]
My experience with True Value started with a contest I felt I might be able to win. I entered a video of my 1940's bathroom (in which my toddler son waddled in and flushed the toilet) and then your votes helped me win. (It's so funny seeing the progression of my hair. Can you tell I'm someone who likes change?) I was able to transform my bathroom from this... ...to … [Read more...]
I have had the privilege of being a member of the True Value DIY Blog Squad this year. I've tested out some great products and tools, have become friends with the folks at my local True Value... ...and I've gotten a lot of projects done including painting my kitchen cabinets and family room... ...and making some progress on my … [Read more...]
This bathroom renovation has just about bested me. We've been working on it since...oh...January. If you've been following my blog for a while, you probably remembered when I entered my half bathroom in a DIY Disaster contest by True Value. Well, your votes made me the winner. Here's what the bathroom looked like when I submitted it for the contest. (Before pictures … [Read more...]
I had an amazing day. It was busy, but I had a successful shopping trip and had dinner and a movie with my hubby. That's a great day. I'll share some pictures of some of my latest favorite finds in the next few days. As some of you know, last Thursday Mini and I set out to paint my room on the third floor at The Lucketts Store. After much patching, one coat of Satin … [Read more...]
As some of you know, I am a member of the True Value DIY Blog Squad. There are a lot of perks that have come with that privilege (like freshly painted kitchen cabinets) and it's been a treat to work with such a great company. I recently was made aware of the True Value Foundation program that supports schools around the country in need of a face lift. The program, … [Read more...]
You girls are so amazing. I have been laughing so hard at some of the suggested names for my cow. You've also shared some wonderful stories and beautiful names of special women in your lives. It's been so fun for me to read. Thanks to all who have participated. The contest is open until midnight PST tonight, so keep them coming! (Just scroll down...)While I was … [Read more...]
True Value is launching the "DIY True Stories" Contest! Here are the details from their press release..."Do you have an outrageous, shocking or just plain overdue home improvement project on hand? Need a little extra cash or help getting it done? Say no more, True Value is rolling out the Facebook "DIY True Stories" Contest, where ambitious DIYers are being asked to tell all for a chance to … [Read more...]
I was asked by many people why I didn't use Annie Sloan's Chalk Paint (ASCP) on my kitchen cabinets, so I want to clear it up in a post. First of all, I definitely would've used ASCP if it weren't for a few things about my kitchen...Number one...I wanted a pure white cabinet and ASCP currently does not have a bright white available in the US. My husband was out of town, things were a … [Read more...]
First of all, thanks so much to everyone who bore the hardship of going to TJ Maxx to look for pillows for me. I think they will order more of those pillows after all of the phone calls about them! You are all such wonderful ladies and I really wish I could hang out with all of you! Two readers found a total of five pillows. My goal was to find four, so I am totally set and the hunt is … [Read more...]
I received a few comments about the farm table in my kitchen. You could see peeks of it in my kitchen accessories post, so here is a full view. (Ugh...excuse the floor!) I bought it a few months ago at an antique store with every intention of selling it. I even put a tag on it at one point. I set it in my living room. It was totally the wrong size and scale for the space, but I really … [Read more...]
Sorry I didn't announce the Vintage Skye Giveaway winner on Monday as promised. I was toast after the wedding right on the heels of the Lucketts Antique Market. I even went to bed last night without posting on my blog. Gasp! I know. I actually get e-mails from people and my mom calls to make sure I'm OK when I don't post. So funny! So, at long last, the … [Read more...]
