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...]
Flea Market Flip on HGTV
September 29, 2012 By 6 Comments
Have you seen the new HGTV show "Flea Market Flip?" (I'd love to show you a picture of the show's logo or something right here but HGTV doesn't seem to be promoting this show much on their site. Weird!)I saw it for the very first time last night. But, when I went to HGTV.com to learn more about it, I read that it's been airing since April? But, … [Read more...]
Primping My Space
September 29, 2012 By Leave a Comment
If you've been browsing my blog this week you'll probably notice that my look keeps changing. I'm trying to "primp" my space on the web. (I'm kinda digging the chevron!) It feels very much like re-decorating. I move stuff around, adjust, start over, live with it for a day or two, change some more. At some point I'll settle on a look. … [Read more...]
Five Simple Fall Decorating Ideas
September 27, 2012 By 6 Comments
You don't have to spend a fortune or a lot of time decorating your house for fall. You can add just a few touches for little or next to nothing. Today, I'm going to talk about easy, simple, cost-effective ways I like to get my home feeling like fall. We've all pinned images like the one above. Gorgeous, isn't … [Read more...]
Fall Mantle
September 25, 2012 By 9 Comments
I'm finally finished with all of my fall decorating and I can't wait to show it to you! Today I'm showing you my fall mantle. I used a lot of what I already had but made a few new things too. Later in the week I'll show you how I made my new stuff and I'll have a giveaway! Please come back and check in later this week! I love how decorating … [Read more...]
Monday Blahs
September 24, 2012 By Leave a Comment
Since becoming a stay-at-home mom over 10 years ago Mondays never seemed so bad. They were a day like any other, really. An occassional grumble, perhaps, when school started but nothing too bad. Until now. Trying to wake a certain someone (who shall remain nameless), who is now in Intermediate school and has to wake up almost an hour earlier … [Read more...]
Laundry Room Inspiration
September 24, 2012 By 1 Comment
Today, while I'm doing laundry I'm dreaming about beautiful laundry rooms. I may or may not ever live in a house with a laundry room like these, but it doesn't hurt to dream, does it?All I can say is, "wow!"(all photos from Houzz.com) Contemporary Laundry Room design by Other Metros Venetian Stone GalleryI love how this one is in its own little … [Read more...]
Milk Paint — Taming the Control Freak in Me
September 22, 2012 By 17 Comments
Ever since I read about Miss Mustard Seed's new Milk Paint I have been dying to try it. I have never used milk paint before - until this week!I bought a box of MMS Milk Paint in Tricycle Red and gave it a test drive by painting a piece of furniture that I've had for awhile. Here's what I painted: I bought this sofa table on Craig's list a few … [Read more...]
Fall Decorating Outdoors
September 20, 2012 By 8 Comments
I love decorating for fall because 1) it signals the beginning of a new season 2) it means cooler weather is coming 3) you can use so many natural elements (which are often times free!) and 4) I love the color that it adds to my home. Today, I'm talking about decorating around my front door. Earlier this week, I posted about an outdoor fall … [Read more...]
Outdoor Fall Table Setting — Table for Two!
September 18, 2012 By 2 Comments
I love to decorate for Fall. I especially love creating a welcoming setting on my front porch and in my dining room. Today, I decided to combine the two so I set up a little fall tablescape on my front porch. Wouldn't it be fun to cozy up here and have a little ladies lunch with a friend? I love all these colors...a little … [Read more...]
Pottery Barn Knock-Off – DIY Chalkboard & Fun Font
September 17, 2012 By 10 Comments
I love Pottery Barn. I don't always love their prices, though. That's why I'm always looking to make super easy, super simple DIY Pottery Barn knock-offs. Here's the picture that caught my eye in their latest catalog featuring Halloween decorating: Pottery Barn Hanging Bat Isn't it fun?! I love the whole … [Read more...]
I’ve Got a Taste for Fall
September 15, 2012 By 2 Comments
With cooler weather approaching I not only start thinking about Fall decorating, but also my favorite Fall foods! Seriously. Is there anything better than the yummy goodness that we get to taste in the Fall? Here's some food for thought (dorky, I know):Mmmmm...I can smell it now! I love apple pie! It makes me think of the apple orchards back … [Read more...]
Living Room Reveal – Part 2
September 14, 2012 By 5 Comments
Earlier I showed you the long, drawn-out transformation of my living room. Now, I'm going to show you what I changed and what is still planned for the space. I painted built-ins, refinished furniture, bought new chairs and more...I hope you'll stay with me through this mega-long post! The ChangesThe couch: Before e-mailing Holly Mathis - the … [Read more...]
Living Room Reveal – Part 1
September 13, 2012 By 3 Comments
It's taken months, and to be honest, it's not 100 percent finished -- there are still a few details to complete but I'm going to reveal my living room re-do anyway because I'm getting ready to decorate for fall. I wanted to at least show you the "normal" decor before fall and the holiday season begins. Even without the final details I love this … [Read more...]
Super Yummy Pulled Pork Barbecue Sandwiches
September 12, 2012 By Leave a Comment
Since moving to Texas I have come to love good barbecue. Ribs, beef brisket, pulled pork...you name it -- I like it all! Source (Typical Texas fare Sliced brisket, barbecue beans, potato salad, pickles, onions, and a slice of white bread.) Until recently, I couldn't find a recipe I liked to make it at home.I don't own a smoker and my husband … [Read more...]
