I was supposed to be cleaning. Let me say that right upfront. It was a self-imposed task, but my home projects have distracted me from basic housekeeping. I gave the kitchen a quick cleaning – wiping down the counters and the stove, emptying the dishwasher, vacuuming. I even got as far as cleaning the toilet in the 1/2 bathroom and … Read More
reworking the office shelves
Buying used books on Amazon and regular visits to Barnes & Noble means that the bookshelves in my office and studio are always in flux. I’m constantly having to arrange and rearrange to accommodate new acquisitions. So, a couple of weeks ago, I took some time to get the shelves in both my office and studio tidied up. Yes, I … Read More
studio desk chair & the computer ban
Since I did the office/studio furniture shuffle in February, I’ve been sitting on makeshift desk chairs. At first, it was a Fench cane chair that worked pretty well, even if it wasn’t the best height or the most comfortable. But, I could slowly feel the cane seat loosening and it finally punched through (which was awesome for my self-esteem.) So, … Read More
office shutters
I was combing through some photos taken earlier this year while I was working on cleaning up my hard drive and making backups and I realized I had pictures of a project that I never shared! I took the picture right before my mom visited in March, so there were more exciting things to write about, like the guest room … Read More
new pulls for my desk
I just can’t leave well enough alone. That quality is what actually led me into decorating in the first place, so I am thankful for it, but it does mean I’m always looking for ways to customize and/or improve something even when they are perfectly fine as is. Well, one thing I wanted to customize as soon as it was … Read More
Timeless Home Office Makeover
Disclosure: This post is sponsored by Birch Lane. I was provided with furnishings for this room makeover in exchange for advertising. As always, all words and opinions shared are honest and my own. (The cool thing about this sponsorship is that I had these items in my shopping cart and I’ve just been waiting for the right time to pull … Read More
office details
Welp, yesterday was yet another snow day in Minnesota! We didn’t have much snow through December and even into January, but we have been having one of the snowiest Februarys on record and another storm is expected this weekend. I actually love getting snow, but I am getting weary of having everyone home during the day while I’m trying to … Read More
hanging art on a bookcase & styling tips
Since Jeff did all of the furniture moving for me last week I have been working on moving back into my office and studio. Don’t worry! I’ve been pacing myself, taking lots of breaks, and working mostly with my left arm. It’s been slow going (like moving one or two books at a time), but I can’t tell you how … Read More