How about Christmas shopping?One of my favorite places to shop are holiday markets and craft fairs...there's a lot to choose from and I can usually get most of my shopping done in one day.Bummer.Frames like this...For $12I'm planning on actually building some frames,...

I'm sort of stunned and completely taken aback.  What a compliment and honor.  Thanks to Carrie over there!I know it's a long shot, because it's not totally finished, but I'm certainly honored that it's even a consideration.Go HERE to see my room up there...

The same me that loves beadboard and beat up wood, is the same me that loves silver-leafed frames and fine french lines.:-)Because of my eclectic tastes, it now seems quite reasonable for me to decorate my mantel three ways for Christmas.There's an underlying...

I guess I should apologize for the lengthiness of this post....so I'm sorry, but hopefully you won't get too bored.We have been a bit lazy around here, which is just what we needed, and I'm so thankful for those quiet moments to be with my family.I ran across...

It was a week of kitchen remodels last week....and I loved them!the stripes, the cabinets, even the "bake, stir, sprinkle, mix," art...it's gorgeous!!Be sure to stop by and give these ladies a shout...gorgeous work!Sorry it's up a little late, but we've had a busy day...

But...I have gotten the energy to finish a couple of those crafty projects I told you about the other day.I picked up this sweet caddy last week.  I actually like the look of the original wood, but it did feel really dated.  There's vintage that can...

I removed the word verification step to leaving a comment so it will be more simple for you guys.  I decided I would live on the wild side and risk the spammers to make it easier for you! I've got a couple more giveaway's coming up in the next few weeks, so if...

One of the ways we decided to do that was to spend a night (or weekend) away with just one of the kids around the time of their birthday each year.Grayson had never been before, and we just knew he'd love it.  Keep in mind that we had zero intention of sleeping...

I've been pretty under the weather this week, and I was finally up today.I'm also getting ready for the holiday's and I cannot wait to work on my mantel for you guys.Yay!!Check back around the end of November to see the winter wonderland, classically natural, and...

Get ready for some simple and brilliant ideas...Genius.Isn't that gorgeous??  All the textures....and soap, no less.  I will definitely be using this idea this holiday season!  🙂

:-)Beautiful hutch makeover (and styling) at Audistree(doesn't it look straight out of a pb catalog??)Beautiful light revamp (and plain old beautiful hallway) from The Old White CottageCheck out this FABULOUS diy ballard-inspired bench at Two Friends, Two...

I'm just a tad obsessed with books.I may have been the most cramped and uncomfortable I've ever been, but hey, that book was awesome.I remember I began to read poetry around the age of 12...that's also the time I became obsessed with quotes, and even now, I want...

Hey friends!  Coming to you from Las Vegas this week.  My guy had a work trip and sort of arranged for me to accompany him...kid free! Whoop-whoop. Anyway, we're having a ball out here with my cousin and her husband and I'm trying to balance seeing and doing (because...

For those of you new to the blog, first let me say thanks for hanging with us!  We've got some exciting things coming up on the blog, and I can't wait to share them with you guys!I've really taken a bit of a break on furniture transformations around here, mostly...

See for yourself.My friend Lisa stopped in front of this little boutique, and I knew it was going to be a good one!The boutique (a boutique consignment shop!!) hosts vintage and newer clothing alike, but you can just tell it's hand-picked by the owner. ...

It's so very cool to meet someone who shares the same interests and passions as I do, and we've got some exciting things coming up.  One, in particular, I think you're going to flip over!  I know I am!  So without further adoration, meet...

Alright, I know I've said it a million times. But I am truly beginning to understand the fickle nature of my pc. So...I'm currently checking some available options. 🙂 I have a fun guest post coming to you tomorrow, but I honestly could not wait to hang out with you...

It was wonderful.Even as I begin to jot those down, I am learning as I get older, to remember why it is that I do what I do.  I don't really need my life to be a mile-long list of paint projects for clients, one design and decor makeover after another, and...

Sort of my dreamland.Mostly shots of the babes.Ava was loving the knotty pumpkins...and so was I.  I wanted to take so many home with me, but alas I don't think Delta would understand.Isn't this just an explosion of Fall??? I just kept snapping pictures and...

Hey there!  Finally coming at you from the Baltimore area today....really loving it up here!  Love the weather, the history of the cities we're visiting, love the leaves that are actually turning the shades of Fall...just LOVE IT! I also convinced my friend, Lisa to...