Operation China Cabinet

Greetings Friends! As much as I love collecting pretty dishes, I cannot stand clutter. With all of my recent Vintage finds, I came to the conclusion that it was time to de-clutter. I decided to give away a set of beautiful china that I rarely use. My friend said she would gladly receive it, which...

Autumn Inspired Little Red Wagon

Hello, Friends! Even though it is supposed to be in the nineties here the next few days, as of last weekend the calendar says it is officially Fall! With the arrival of slightly cooler mornings, I have visions of wearing sweaters with my favorite boots, snuggling up with a good book and savoring...

How to Make Herb Infused Oils

Greetings Friends! Herbal oils are a great way to use of the last of your summer herbs and make great gifts for the holidays!  I have been preparing them for several years now and thought I would share my favorite recipe.  You will need a large container of the oil you prefer. ...

Friday's Find: Vintage Lazy Susan

TGITF--Two treasures today from two different thrift stores and both bargains!  I have never seen a Lazy Susan like this before but I love the bright, kitschy pattern. As you may know, I am partial to unique vintage ware and it is right at home in my kitchen! Today's feature:  Vintage...

Set Your Table for a Happy Fall, Y'all!

Hello, Friends! I have always loved setting a pretty table and changing it up for different seasons. With Fall approaching, I gathered my recent thrift finds, seasonal favorites and even a few DIY projects I planned to use.  (More on those later...) Ready to primp my tabl...

DIY: Rustic Chargers and Glamorous Gourds!

Greetings Friends! I cannot believe we are officially half way through September!  I will be setting my table for Fall soon and plan to include a few DIY projects I have been wanting to try.  You know I love me some chalkboard paint, so when I saw rustic chalkboard charger plates at a...

Friday's Find: Denim Button Down!

Thank God it's thrifty Friday, Friends! I have always had a penchant for denim, especially this time of year when we anticipate, or here in the South, at least hope for cooler weather. A versatile denim button down has been on my list all summer.  Since I am short, and not long waisted, I needed...

Pretty Please with a Cherry on Top!

Greetings Friends! When I  found this Vintage Cosco stool at a thrift store parking lot sale for $3, I was thrilled!  It definitely needed recovering but since I have recovered more than a few seat covers, I thought I would be up for the task.   ...

Tasty Roasted Zucchini Chips

Hello Friends! I would consider myself overall a pretty healthy eater.  The overall part meaning dark chocolate, carbs and a morning iced mocha (or two) are my necessities! However, I do eat a lot of salads and vegetables and awhile back decided to try the roasted kale chips everyone was raving...

Friday's Find: Vintage Pyrex

It's Friday and as you know my favorite day to thrift--TGITF! (Thank God it's thrifty Friday!) I went to several yard sales and a few thrift stores, but it was at an estate sale that I found today's treasure.  This Vintage Butterfly Gold Pyrex casserole is the 2.5 quart size and harder...

Nest Storage

Greetings Friends! With my weekly thrifting jaunts, I have to be very careful that my bargains don't turn into clutter. It has been an ongoing challenge to organize my studio--the room where my Etsy shop and DIY supplies reside. When I recently upcycled an old dresser and gave it a place...

What's the Story Morning Glory?

Hello Friends! If herbs are the garden's thriftiest plants, then Morning Glory would have to be the thriftiest flower.  These showy flowers bloom profusely through the Fall and are one of my favorites.  Did you know they actually prefer poor soil?!  I read that when...