Part of the fun of decorating is “making”, or at least it is for me. I love having an empty space and dreaming about what it could turn into. I have a headboard in my bedroom, but I needed something to fill some of the space above it. When I came across Deb’s tutorial for…
When I started my Farmhouse Bedroom Makeover I had no idea it was going to take me so long to get it done! It seems like that is the way it goes: either you go over budget with time or money. Since I have more time than I do money, going over with time works…
Navy Blue is a great color, but it is also a very striking color. Bold and out front. When you are new to decorating or if you have a small space, this color can seem quite overwhelming. I find that when I am unsure about doing something decoratively in my house, it is best to…
Lately, I am in the mood for fun, fast DIYs! Maybe it is the warm weather and my desire to be outside playing. Why spend all day making stuff when you can gather a few materials and create a fun item for you home? This doormat is not only useful, but it adds some character…
Living in a small house is wonderful! I love that I am no longer overwhelmed with “stuff”. My daughter and I are in close quarters…which I like. And my house is easy to clean. I also love that I can afford to decorate and remodel it because it’s so small. There are challenges as well…especially for a…
Ticking fabric is one of those wonderful, natural fabrics that is understated and oh-so-cute! It doesn’t make a lot of visual noise, but it always adds a pop of color and texture to your living space. I love to use it in my living room, my kitchen and I have used it to make numerous…
Have I ever mentioned that I am a tightwad? I am. And I am proud of it. I consider it a personal challenge each month to get the most out of my money. This spills over into my home decorating as well as at the grocery store, and this means that I have to be…
Making a handmade wood frame is a great way to add some charm to your home, and it’s also a great way to explore working with wood. You will get to use a power tool or two, and you can play with stain and paint color to coordinate with the pictures you will be displaying….