I bought this ugly bookcase at a flea market the day before my daughter was born. Â I had every intention of painting it. Â I’d already accumulated quite a few books as baby gifts, and it was just the right size. Â I didn’t want a new, overpriced bookshelf that was made in China of medium-density fiberboard…
Today’s the day I’ll be showing you how I made the Harvest chalkboard sign that was featured in the Autumn Tablescape. Â I made that sign weeks ago from a kit I purchased from A Maker’s Studio. Â I watched a video of Amy Howard creating the sign as I followed along at home. Â I had ample…
Hola! As a follow-up to my Autumn Tablescape post, I’m going to show you how I made the DIY woodland candles. I was going to include the Harvest chalkboard in the same post, but I later realized it would be way too long. So I saved the chalkboard tutorial for a different post. In case…
Hi friends! I’ve been so inspired lately by the fall tablescapes created by so many talented bloggers. To see what I’m talking about, check out this blog hop hosted by Chloe from Celebrate and Decorate. So, I decided to create my own autumn tablescape! I’ve also been inspired by the use of items from the…
Can I just say, I love IKEA. Even though I get lost and disoriented every time I visit. It’s just so fun to wander around looking at cool stuff. I can spend all day there! I have Swedish meatballs for lunch in the cafeteria, and later I stop back for coffee and a cinnamon roll….
Hi everyone! Sorry it’s taken me so long to get this post about the diy button up window shades done. This summer has been so busy! Because I’m behind schedule, I won’t be done completely by the time my daughter starts school as I had planned. But soon I’ll have plenty of time during the…
I don’t remember exactly when my paternal grandfather’s dresser came into my possession, but it’s definitely been with me since college. I’ve used it at every place I’ve lived in my adult life, six homes to be exact. It’s sturdy and functional and has served me well. But, my old friend really needed a makeover….
I have a problem. I’ve been planning to decorate my daughter’s room with a ballet theme for close to a YEAR. I have the ideas in my head, the fabric for the blinds, the lamps and artwork and other accessories. So why am I procrastinating? One word…perfectionism. I have trouble executing projects because I’m afraid…