I was all set to take pictures of some Halloween stuff around my house when my camera battery died...oh well. So, I am stealing borrowing a picture from one of my favorite blogs, Show and Tell. And, all I can say is, "Wow!" She is one creative lady!! Do I feel completely inadequate or what?! Seriously, some of these blogs completely overwhelm … [Read more...]
I Won! {My Kicked-Up Version of Al Roker’s Chili}
I rarely win a thing, so I had to share the fact that I won our neighborhood Chili Cook-off last night! Pretty exciting, eh? I thought so. And, as a result, I won the "traveling apron" that will get my name embroidered on it with the year as well as a whopping $30 jackpot! Woo hoo! Of course, I got the bragging rights too, so here I … [Read more...]
Inspiration Board Update
I found a few more pictures to add to my Inspiration Board. This is almost more fun than shopping because it doesn't cost anything! (Oh, and I do realize I have a bed in this living room inspiration, but what I'm really inspired by is the beautiful red and white quilt on the bed. Wouldn't it make a nice, cozy throw or a pillow?) Due to stolen … [Read more...]
Getting Ready for a Living Room Redo
I am desperately researching the web for ideas as to how to decorate my living room. As I mentioned in one of my very first posts, I recently had my living room painted a bluish color. The actual name of the paint escapes me at the moment, but it does not look blue AT ALL on the chip from Home Depot. And, it's called "Green Valley" or something … [Read more...]
Such a cool idea I had to share it!
The Show and Tell blog has some VERY cool stuff and this idea really stood out since I have a tiny laundry room and front loading machines. Don't you just love the pedestal her machines are sitting on? They're so practical -- and I LOVE practical -- and pretty -- ideas! Here's a link to such a smart idea and how to do it yourself... Due to … [Read more...]
Link Party!
Due to stolen content I cannot provide a full RSS feed. I work hard to provide fresh, original content and, unfortunately, there are sites that like to steal from honest, hard-working bloggers. Thanks for understanding! … [Read more...]
I am in love…
...with decorating blogs, that is. I have found a bazillion things to love in blogland! There are a lot of talented DIY decorators and I am totally jazzed about all the inspiration I have found recently. Why didn't I discover decorating blogs a few years ago? Guess I'm just slow that way. Anyway...I love all the resources and I'm going to post … [Read more...]