Tuesday 23 April 2019

Front Lawn Overhaul: Before

I have to take a few deep breaths just to type this. But I’ve got a LOT that I’m planning to work on in these next few months! Take a look at this preview of one of our biggest (the new front lawn) and sneak peeks of other projects underway. Hey folks! It’s been a ... Read More about Front Lawn Overhaul: Before

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Thursday 4 April 2019

How to Clean Tarnished Brass

While I was making the DIY Jewelry Organizer last week, one of the brass rods I ordered for making the necklace and bracelet “hooks” arrived tarnished. I had a limited number of the same size and was pressed for time, so I had to figure out a quick way to clean the brass without creating ... Read More about How to Clean Tarnished Brass

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Monday 1 April 2019

Avocado Cross Stitch | Free Pattern

It’s time again for another pattern from my free monthly series! I know — the avocado is kind of random. But it’s also April Fool’s Day, so maybe it’s goofy enough to be appropriate? About the Avocado Cross Stitch Pattern Designed for 14 count Aida Full counted cross stitches only DMC floss colors: 18 Size: ... Read More about Avocado Cross Stitch | Free Pattern

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Sunday 31 March 2019

10 Tips for Better Spring Cleaning

By no means do I consider myself the poster girl for spring cleaning. But with two dogs and lots of DIY going on in the house, I’m constantly trying to get better. Between the master bedroom makeover and the garage workshop progress, I feel like the house is on some incredibly good momentum heading into ... Read More about 10 Tips for Better Spring Cleaning

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Monday 25 March 2019

DIY Jewelry Organizer

Need to organize your jewelry? This walnut version uses magnets and brass to create a modern and beautiful-to-look-at organizer with tons of earring storage! Out of all my jewelry, I wear earrings the most. And although I’ve looked for ways to organize them, I’ve never really seen an organizer that addresses my larger earrings and ... Read More about DIY Jewelry Organizer

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Wednesday 20 March 2019

14 Modern Hallway Lighting Ideas Under $200

With the master bedroom makeover underway, I’m considering a new pendant light for the hallway that matches the black trim. In today’s post, I’m sharing some stylish hallway light options for under $200. Gilpin cone pendant (similar) Menlo small glass globe pendant Industrial caged geometric pendant (similar) Petite clear pendant Rockford 6-light pendant Black pendant ... Read More about 14 Modern Hallway Lighting Ideas Under $200

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Tuesday 12 March 2019

Ruby’s Revival: The Vintage Camper Gets a Wash!

It’s time for another update in the Ruby’s Revival series! Our vintage trailer got its first wash since 1987 (we think), and the results stunned us both. It may seem pretty tame at first, but you won’t want to miss this before and after! Last month, K and I headed back down to his childhood ... Read More about Ruby’s Revival: The Vintage Camper Gets a Wash!

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