I’ve been searching for the perfect piece of furniture for the little nook in our kitchen. Looking back, when we were renovating our house and kitchen, we SHOULD have put more cabinets in this space…..but we didn’t. We still could, and maybe we will one day, but for now I set it up as a wine bar/coffee bar/cat food area. It was looking very cluttered and didn’t offer any storage.…
Adding antiques to your home’s decor can be a great way to add some personality and history to your space. But it’s important to choose the right pieces and know how to use them for maximum effect. Antiques can add a touch of class and elegance to any home decor. From stately fireplaces to exquisite chandeliers, there are many ways to incorporate antiques into your home. Here are five tips…
A friend of mine gave me these 2 end tables recently. They were big and heavy and in nice shape, they just needed some updating. A few months ago I made over this bureau and gave it a Serena & Lily look. It sold pretty quickly so I planned to do something similar to these end tables. Here is how. Clean Up & Paint I always start my projects with…
These days, construction companies find themselves in a tough position. The price of materials has been on the rise, and the low unemployment rate has also driven the cost of labor to new highs. The combination of these two problems has led construction companies to raise their prices, but there’s only so much of the cost that can be passed on to consumers. Construction companies must find new ways to…
I have been searching for a new settee to replace the one you see in the picture below. This one was purchased at Tuesday Morning about 5 years ago, and has served us well. So well in fact that it is very beat up. Our cats seem to think it is a scratching post and my son likes to sit there everyday when we have dinner. It has seen it’s…
I am a part of an Instagram challenge called Spruced Up Spaces. We are a group of home decor bloggers and Instagrammers. The challenge this month is to Spruce Up an a piece of furniture in our home. This is right up my alley! I refinish furniture ALL THE TIME. This month I decided to do a tutorial on how to do a driftwood finish on wood furniture. The winner…
When it comes to home makeovers, there are endless possibilities. You can try a new color scheme, add some new furniture, or even change up your flooring. If you’re looking for some inspiration, we’ve compiled a list of 5 trendy home makeovers that you can try today! 1) Bohemian Chic One of the hottest trends right now is bohemian chic. This style is all about mixing and matching different textures,…
I have been wanting to make a new wreath for my bare front screen door for a while. I was at Dollar Tree the other day and gathered some materials to make an Easy DIY Wreath (Using Mostly Dollar Store Supplies). A few things came from Hobby Lobby as well. *This post contains some affiliate links for your convenience (which means if you make a purchase after clicking a link…