fun with film holders
Here’s my little project with the antique film holders I bought last week… As soon as I saw them, I envisioned making them into mini chalkboards. So, I taped off the frame and spayed the film directly with two coats of chalkboard paint. Very...
white washed desk & tutorial
Thanks so much for all of your sweet comments and encouragement in response to my recent big announcement! I really do feel like I have a huge group of friends who have been with me through this journey and you’re cheering me on. It’s an awesome feeling...
my pie-in-the-sky-dream-come-true
A few weeks ago, I shared a list of my dreams for the future in a post here on my blog. I was thinking in terms of things that would probably happen a few years out, but here we are three weeks later…and one of my dreams is coming true. I am getting my own line...
Inventory
Here are some of the recent finds that are coming with me to the Lucketts Antique Market… …horse show ribbons from 1957 & 1960… …this petite paper cutter (it’s about 6″ square)…...
Shopping & Grain Sacks
I’ve been working on some rewrites for my book for the past week, but I’ve also turned my attention to getting ready for the Lucketts Antique Market. That means lots of shopping. I’m always afraid I won’t find enough. Given that I sold...
French Grain Sack Chair
Unfortunately, I do not have a before picture of this chair. I bought it last summer off of Craig’s List and never snapped a picture of it. It had a wood frame and lavender plaid upholstery. It was in great condition, but it just wasn’t...
Milk Paint Dresser
For those of you who have missed my furniture before & afters – this post is for you! Today I’m sharing a classic Miss Mustard Seed dresser makeover. I bought this dresser off of Craig’s List a couple of weeks ago. It looks...Hello!
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After being sick for a few days, it always takes a little while to assess how you’re feeling in the morning. Am I still sick? Have I finally turned the… Read more: spring 2024 projects - front garden plans | 1970 home renovation
When we tell people that we moved to Maryland from Minnesota, the first thing they mention is the winters. “Oh, I bet you’ll enjoy these winters a lot more!” Well,… Read more: front garden plans | 1970 home renovation - elevating the look of an artificial plant
I haven’t taken much time to wander around in a store like Target for quite a while. I’ve gotten used to placing online or curbside pick-up orders, which are convenient,… Read more: elevating the look of an artificial plant - front porch refresh with walmart
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