Pot Rack Tips
From the first moment I saw this kitchen, I pictured a pot rack over the peninsula. I longed for a pot rack in my old townhouse kitchen, but the space was pretty limited. Then, I came across an amazing deal. An entire box of Cuisinart stainless steel pots and pans for $60. It was a box […]
A tobacco basket & a tool tote
I hope everyone had a wonderful fourth of July! Mine looked promising…a block party, awesome food and good people. Before the burgers hit the grill, my dad was riding a bike around the circle, letting the neighborhood kids spray him with squirt guns. At one point during the fun, he had to slam on his […]
Happy Fourth!
I hope everyone has a wonderful July 4th!!
Looking for me?
For those of you who have been following my blog for a while, you know that selling out of The Old Lucketts Store was a dream that was realized last December by selling on consignment through Karen (The Graphics Fairy) and then in my own pavilion in April. I’m now adding another chapter to my […]
Copycats – Flattering or Offensive?
First off, I am really, really excited to announce that one of my video tutorials, Waxes 101, has been transcribed for the hearing impaired by a wonderful lady named Laurie. She saw that I wanted to offer that and volunteered to transcribe my video tutorials. She does it professionally and it was so amazing for her […]
Baby Jewel’s Wall Decal Giveaway!
I have the pleasure of working with a lot of amazing sponsors who sell really neat things or provide great services. I’m so pleased to be able to offer a giveaway from one of them, Cat of Baby Jewels. She has made some personalized things for me to use for my business, including a fondant […]
Furniture Feature Friday – Favorites & a Link Party
My last few days have been spent at the swimming pool, science center and just hanging out at my parent’s house. I hardly know what to do with myself. I’ve been wearing my painting clothes, just so I feel at home! I’m having a great time, but I definitely wouldn’t miss our weekly gathering. Here […]
my dirty little secrets

Picture this…I have very important dinner guests over to my house. I welcome them into my kitchen. They compliment my bright white cabinetry. I’m finishing some dinner prep and chatting with everyone, gracious hostess that I am. Are you with me? One of the guests asks if she can do anything to help me. I ask […]