Well……I finally finished my teen daughter’s desk. It has been quite the work in progress. It started out as a Craigslist find that was in pretty good shape with a bad, dingy paint job. It was one of our beach finds. Nothing like a monthly furniture challenge to get you motivated to finish the job! […]
Archives for August 2014
Honey-Peanut School Fuel to the Rescue
It’s hard to believe that it is that time of the year again….Back-to-School! This year I have a senior and Sophomore in High School. My did time fly…. The one constant with school age children no matter the age…..they always want a handy, yummy snack. Today I have for you a 15-minute snack recipe, Honey-Peanut […]
Tips for painting dark furniture
It’s no secret, I love to paint accessories and furniture……walls not quite as much. This client project was perhaps my most challenging to date with the exception of my son’s antique desk. My client was given an antique bedroom suit from a family member. Her hope was to use it in her little girl’s […]
My journey through blogland
I’d love to thank my amazing friend, Debbie from Refresh Restyle for inviting me to participate in the Blogland Tour. You can read all about Debbie’s Blogland Journey HERE. Even before I became friends with Debbie, I admired her style. Debbie teaches us many techniques like how she repainted this beautiful farm table. She sews!!! […]
Using Ball jars and a giveaway
**This is a sponsored post on behalf of Jarden Home Brands that makes Ball Canning Products. I was compensated for this post. Loving my green jars!!! Thanks so much Jarden** Have you caught onto the mason jar craze? They are all over the store shelves, in magazines and Pinterest. Mason jars have become so cool….not […]
DIY window treatments
Window treatments can really make a room design come together. Some don’t care for window treatments, but I happen to love them. To me they add a level of coziness. It’s just a personal preference. They can be very expensive when custom-made. I had our bedroom window treatments custom-made 13+ years ago , and it […]
Tips for a good night’s sleep
Many of us struggle with sleep……falling asleep and staying asleep are the main culprits. I don’t see how my husband does it…..his head hits the pillow and within a few short minutes…..I hear that deep breathing. Seriously!! I won’t lie…..it makes me frustrated and envious! So I toss and I turn…….I worry about whether I […]
Upcycled Menu Board
It’s hard to believe that my teens start school on August 18th! This summer has just flown by….I find it kind of sad. I love everyone home in the summer….carefree, stress-free. This year my oldest will be a senior in high school…..sigh, tears. This will no doubt be a very busy fall with applying […]
National Olive Oil Month
**This is a sponsored post written by me on behalf of Pompeian** Did you know that August is National Olive Oil Month? I’ve been a consumer of olive oil for years! I keep it right by the stove for easy cooking access. Honestly, I grab the olive oil before butter when cooking. It’s much healthier, […]
