It may have been my very first up-cycle. It was back in college in the late 80's and I was moving in to an apartment with a roommate and we didn't have much furniture. I don't think we had more than a chair or two but I distinctly remember the two large floor pillows that I brought in to the mix. They were pink and green and … [Read more...]
The Easiest Way to Sew a Pillow
October 29, 2014 By 4 Comments
Collecting Beautiful Dishes Affordably
October 22, 2014 By 9 Comments
I have a slight obsession for dishes. I do own a few sets, but I am secretly wishing I could add a few more to my home. Can you relate? Because I'm not independently wealthy and I don't have several china cabinets, I'm collecting dishes on Pinterest right now. Do you do that too? My current focus is on brown … [Read more...]
How to Make Your Own Wood Tool Box
October 20, 2014 By 8 Comments
I have long admired cute little wood tool boxes. So many bloggers have incorporated them in to their decor in such creative and beautiful ways. I really wanted one for my own. If you saw my fall tablescape, then you saw my new little tool box: Can you believe I made it myself?! When I attended the Haven blog conference this past summer, … [Read more...]
Thrifty Fall Centerpiece
October 14, 2014 By 18 Comments
I looove saving money! But, I also love buying new things for my home. That's why I'm a big fan of thrift stores. And, because so many thrift stores benefit worthy causes in my community, they make my shopping trip a win-win experience. I find something "new" for a great price while giving back to my community. That's why I'm, once … [Read more...]
Living With Marble: Is It For You?
October 10, 2014 By 4 Comments
Several weeks ago I revealed my kitchen remodel. Since then, I have received so many positive comments and questions. Thank you to all of you who have commented here on the blog and privately through email. As with any big project reveal, I have gotten a lot of questions about my sources and choices. I responded to … [Read more...]
5 Easy-to-Make Fall Wreaths
October 3, 2014 By 4 Comments
I guess I have a thing for making fall wreaths. Something about this time of year inspires me to get crafting! Today I'm sharing 5 easy-to-make fall wreaths that I have shared here on the blog. If you regularly read my blog, you'll notice that two of them I just made this year. But for those of you who are new here, I … [Read more...]
