DIY Tulle Valentine’s Day Wreath
Valentine’s Day is right around the corner, and that means it’s time to start decorating for the holiday that celebrates love! Put away your winter blues and greens and get out your valentine’s day reds and pinks because love is in the air! One of my favorite decorations for all seasons and holiday’s is a …
How to Arrange Furniture Around an Area Rug
With the changing of the seasons, I’ve been extra motivated to get my house looking fabulous for the onslaught of guests and events that the autumn and winter months bring. Lately, I’ve been noticing that my house has -gasp– too much gray, especially our family room. I’ve also been itching to play with the layout …
Transforming Your Basement Into Usable Space
It seems I’m always on the hunt for more usable space in my home. I know I have plenty of square footage, but lack useful space for our lifestyle. Turns out our basement space is a great option for capturing existing square footage for specific functions. And while a full remodel/finishing job is not an …
How to Garden in a Small Space
You don’t need a large plot of land to grow a garden. Gardens can be planted in almost any kind of container; on a patio, deck, or driveway; even up a wall! Here are some great ideas for how to garden in a small space. Herb gardens are perfect for small spaces, because they can …
Ten Commandments of Cast Iron Care
I love my cast iron skillet. You can cook nearly anything in it, and cast iron is pretty much indestructible. Cast iron is definitely one of those things where, if you take care of it, it will take care of you and last a lifetime and more. Caring for cast iron can be a bit tricky, …
Easy Paint Project
I seriously love a good paint project. Over the years I have tackled the simplest projects with a can of spray paint and some more involved projects that almost did me in. But by far the easiest paint project with the biggest impact was my brick fireplace. I have lived in this house for 19 …
How to Host a Biscuit Bar
Want a fun and easy idea for a party or brunch? Host a biscuit bar! I love meals like this, because everyone can make something that they will enjoy! For our biscuit bar, I went with a more traditional breakfast spread. I served: Biscuits, of course. To make this meal even easier, use store-bought biscuit …
Give Your Collectibles the Spotlight They Deserve
From buttons to tea cups, we all have that one guilty pleasure that we take pride in collecting. In the blink of an eye, however, those collections can go from story-telling novelties to a pile of tchotchkes. Your collectables deserve a spotlight. Give them the attention they deserve with these boast-worthy display ideas: Tableside Mixing …
Cut Clutter with Shower Curtain Hooks
The closet is notoriously one of the home’s toughest terrains to keep tidy. It’s no secret this clutter culprit can quickly become a catch all, concealing both clothing and chaos behind its closed doors. While a complete closet overhaul can be time consuming and expensive, there’s a smart and savvy solution hidden at your local …
Fun, Easy DIY Holiday Gifts
With Christmas less than a month away, it is officially time to begin the joy of Christmas present shopping (if you haven’t already)! But if you’re looking to avoid the dreaded trip to the mall, consider adding your personal touch and making DIY holiday gifts for friends and family! Not only will you save a …