the world tour!
I’m being a bit facetious with that title. Or perhaps hopelessly optimistic. The amazing thing about this blog journey is that it always surprises me. I think, “Oh, such-and-such would be pretty far-fetched, so it probably won’t happen.” But then it does in some unexpected and amazing way. So, will my book end up taking me on […]
writing a book | how it happened
Despite the fact that I just wrote a book I feel like I’m totally the wrong person to give advice to an aspiring author on how to get published. I thought it might be helpful, though, or at least interesting, for me to share my experience and the process. So, here we go… I’ve shared […]
MMS Decor Steals Pick of the Month & Giveaway
Welcome to another Decor Steals MMS Pick of the Month! I’m sort of getting geared up for the holidays and when I spotted this beautiful Frenchy crown, I immediately saw it fitting in with some evergreen branches and sparkly ornaments. It’s subtle enough, though, that it can be used as a decorative piece year round. […]
French Chair Makeover & White Wash Tutorial
Before I show these chairs, I am letting you know that I am selling them. Yes, they are cane chairs and they are beautifully Frenchy, but I’ve recently made room for two pairs of French chairs and I just can’t make room for a third. Now it’s out there and you can hold me to […]
two most FAQs
The two things I’m asked the most about are my blue & white curtains and my cow painting (Eulalie.) First, the curtains. I made them a couple of years ago out of Sun-n-Shade fabric by Waverly called Tucker Resist Chambray with $5 white twin sheets as lining. Confession – I’ve never hemmed them and I’m […]
shop & shop for inspiration
I know that Lucketts isn’t a chain store, so unless you live within a comfortable driving distance of the DC metro area, you probably weren’t able to make it to the October Design House. Well, if not, you can check out some of the items featured in that beautifully decorated farmhouse at Shop Lucketts. I […]
Milk Painted Wardrobe Reveal
Here it is… This is the piece I’ve been walking you through as I paint and finish it. You can check out the first post about painting it HERE and the second post about distressing and waxing it HERE. I purchased this wardrobe from an antique furniture store and it was beautiful to begin […]
The Vintage Pearl $50 giveaway(s)
I love inspiring business stories and women who found their inner-entrepreneur at their kitchen counter while caring for little ones. It always encourages me to see their success. Erin of The Vintage Pearl is one of those success stories. What started out as a creative endeavor, turned into a small business selling on E-bay […]