Who's ready for Spring? I am, and something tells me most of us are! This time of year can be so dreary, especially if you live in the Pacific Northwest like us. So, I've teamed up with one of my favorite clothing retailers to bring you a fun giveaway that will get you in the mood for sunnier ... Read More about ~Shopjoyworks shawl giveaway~
~bits around the house~
I posted on Instagram today my obsession with these little espresso cups that match the larger mugs. They are just so darn cute. How adorable would they be at a little girls tea party? {click on bold wording to take you to the link} Espresso cups Monogram mugs Similar bottle drying ... Read More about ~bits around the house~
~a favorite comfort food~
I posted about this soup back in 2012, and it's been pinned a lot. I know why, it's heavenly. ~Chicken, bacon, and wild rice soup~ You can find the recipe here. xoxo ... Read More about ~a favorite comfort food~
~our new living room flooring~
We recently got all new floors in our house and I will be showing them here room by room. I love, love, love them! We went with a dark hand scraped engineered hardwood. They will be very durable with our dogs and stand up nicely to everyday where and tear without scratching like real wood ... Read More about ~our new living room flooring~
~organizing office space~{before & after}
I have a small area in my kitchen dedicated to my "office" I added the cupboards above the computer during the One Room Challenge on our kitchen. You can read more about that here. But here is my deep dark secret….. I never finished the inside of the cabinets or had good organization ... Read More about ~organizing office space~{before & after}
~framed quotes as wall art~
This is one of the easiest ways to add to a gallery wall, personalize a space, or add that unique touch. You don't even need to buy anything special. You can use a frame you have on hand, and a favorite quote printed onto paper. I like to use card stock for this project, but any paper ... Read More about ~framed quotes as wall art~
~how to paint a vintage looking sign~
I've done tutorials on this in the past, but when I put this picture on Instagram, I had more people asking. So, for those newbies, or for those who just want a refresher course, here ya go! You can use new wood and distress it, or use old wood. I used this sign that I previously made for ... Read More about ~how to paint a vintage looking sign~
~decorating with candles~
It's no secret that I love candles. I think they are the easiest way to freshen up any room and add that bit of ambiance. No matter the time of year, or the time of day, I always have a candle burning. One of my favorite brands is Illume, particularly the gardenia scent. Here are my ... Read More about ~decorating with candles~