the piece I’ll never paint
Unless something drastically changes or little elves begin making shoes on top of it--beating it up a bit-- this guy will never get touched with a paint brush. Never. I think. I found it at Troy Antiques, sitting perfect as is, and all but screaming, "PUT ME IN THE...
Summer decorating
We're in major project mode here, and loving every second, but I had to take a little break this weekend to pull some summer into our living spaces. The foyer has seen some Christmas whimsy and a book inspired look, but it was feeling a little heavy for summer. A...
a post here, a post there
Good morning, friends!! We've been busy little beavers over here. We began tackling the built in's for the dining room redo, and those are 9 foot monsters, let me tell you. We're thrilled with the way they're turning out, and I can't wait to share some pictures with...
well, i was going to…
Do many things today. One being write a detailed post on using textures and actions to photos. Another being edit all said photos. Another being return a week's worth of emails. And lots more internet-related tasks. But, alas, our modem went kerplunk and I...
guest post, your help needed, & other randomness
Well, this is a random one for ya. I was over at Beckie's yesterday! Go check it out at Infarrantly Creative....I'm so impressed with all the crafts and projects she accomplishes...I feel like if I get one done a week, I'm happy. Here's to all you...
elegant buffet & dining room scoop
I hope you enjoyed seeing the window space at Troy Antiques yesterday! As I said, it was fun to put my things in, and see them as I drive by them on the quaint square. The buffet pictured in the space is one of my favorite pieces I've ever done. I have NO idea where...
the window space
Moving into the window space at Troy Antiques was bittersweet. It was fun....I loved the pieces I took in; loved working on them all. But...it occurred to Matt and me one morning last week that everything is about to change. Our little guy will go to school in August...
new paint & dining room updates
Good Monday Morning, friends!! You know how you have those weekends where you're drinking your coffee until 11 am, cuddling with the kids, and enjoy a leisurely Saturday with the fam?? Well, ours was nothing like that. 🙂 I spent the entire week painting with my new...
chalk paint faq’s
**UPDATE: We now are proud to carry Chalk Paint™! Visit our online shop here! Thanks to all your questions on Annie Sloan's Chalk Paint, we're going to have a mighty big q and a today! We'll cover quite a bit of topics, so try to stay with me, okay? 🙂 First, let's...
Chalk paint post coming!
Hey there painting fanatics!! You guys sent in so many questions yesterday and last night....I'm SO glad! But that means I'm working on this massive post today. 🙂 I also shot a few more videos this morning, and I'll be posting all of it as soon as I can get it...
Blue-gray end table
"Live with intention. Do what you love." -m.a. hadmacher That's what I'm doing...and I love getting to share it with you, because you guys were the reason I began painting and continued blogging, turning hobbies into business and passion. And it's a good thing I...
week of giveaways–winners!!
What a week! I have been dying to show you some furniture pieces for the new window space at Troy Antiques, post chapter 3 of Becoming, and start working on our dining room transformation...but first, we had a week of giveaways to attend to. I had an absolute blast...
last day of giveaways–vintage townsquare!!
This week has been so much for me...and I hope for you! Part of the fun is getting to meet and introduce such talented, creative ladies to you. It's heartwarming to know that there are some of you out shopping for vintage finds and some of you who take those finds...
today’s giveaway from dulcitas!!
Happy Saturday, everyone! My little family and I are enjoying a little weekend getaway at the beach and I'm writing to you with the ocean in sight. Seems like a beautiful day for a giveaway, don't you think? I want to welcome Nicole from Dulcitas back to perfectly...
giveaway number two: cottage and cabin!!
I've been looking forward to the day when I could work with Debbie at Cottage and Cabin again. She is incredibly creative, southern and sweet, and unmistakably talented. She did these amazing white slipcovers for me, after all. We have loved every ounce of our...
today’s giveaway from Vintage Skye!!
Welcome to another freebie day! I want to say thank you to everyone participating in the giveaways this week! Don't forget...ALL giveaways are open until Sunday night at Midnight!! All winners will be announced on Monday. Let's kick today off with a bang...because...
the days
You know, the older I get, the more I like life. The more I appreciate the circle of it. Do you know what I mean? It seems like yesterday when my parents took me to the park, to swimming lessons, to school. And while life certainly gives me the lemon-face...
darby drake giveaway!!
I know you're gonna love this one. I introduced you to Lauren a while back...and you know I love her and her work. Lauren is a true artist and designer at heart; this led her to begin Darby Drake Jewelry & Designs. Her designs are intricate and original...and...
today’s giveaway from Freckled laundry!!
I'm so happy to have a talented friend over here today to help us celebrate this week of giveaways! Have you guys met Jami over at Freckled Laundry?? First, let me say that Jami is incredibly sweet, a dreamer really, and a giver....giver of her time, talents, tips,...
baby jewels giveaway and ebook winner!!
First, let me announce yesterday's Creating Your Masterpiece ebook winner was Number 86, KK...I didn't see an email, so please email me at shaunna@harristire.com to claim your free ebook! Now...Today's giveaway is fuuunnnnn! If you're like me, once you've created your...
