This really should be titled, "Making the most out of what you have." Do you remember this console table behind our couch? The picture above is to show you the components for the dog kennel, normally it looks like this below, where it is barely visible from the ... Read More about ~a table makeover~
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~favorite items for the home~
There are just certain items that I go to over and over again in design. For example-the farm table. It's a classic. It looks good in almost all spaces and some, like this one, extend to seat an army. Blue and white, especially ginger jars are another favorite. This one is spendy, ... Read More about ~favorite items for the home~
~back from break & some favorite new books!~
It is so nice to take time off from the computer and spend time with the family. We had a great Christmas, New Years, and a few birthdays in there too! Kids went back to school today. Although I have put most of the holiday decor away there are still a few things left. I need to unstring lights ... Read More about ~back from break & some favorite new books!~
~Merry Christmas!~
Merry Christmas and Happy New Year, from our family to yours. Oakley & Harley: Savannah: Cody: And us, Chris & Melaine! Cards can be found here. xoxo ... Read More about ~Merry Christmas!~
~Christmas Nights Tour~
I am joining Maison De Pax today and some other wonderful bloggers to show you our Christmas Night Lights! Twinkle lights are so fun and the way they light up a room at night is truly magical, wouldn't you say? I love the way that white lights look, on a tree, a wreath, draped over a piece ... Read More about ~Christmas Nights Tour~
~Shopping Pottery Barn~
One of my favorite stores has some great new things. I don't know about you, but after the holidays, I like to start over with a clean fresh slate on my house, and add in a few new things to freshen it up. I am loving these pillows: And look at these matching napkins! Not that your ... Read More about ~Shopping Pottery Barn~
~holiday bar cart~
In the corner of our dining room sits our bar cart which I made festive with a few holiday touches. You don't need to add a lot sometimes to get that holiday look, even greenery is sometimes all that is needed. The DIY brushstroke lamp adds a whimsical touch and that punch of red. To find ... Read More about ~holiday bar cart~
~3 gift ideas under $50.00 for your loved ones~
I partnered with TJ Maxx, Home Goods, and Marshalls this year to bring you some fun and inexpensive, and creative gift ideas. I love picking out personalized gifts for loved ones. Taking time to keep their interests in mind and really keeping their personal taste in mind. We have a baker ... Read More about ~3 gift ideas under $50.00 for your loved ones~