Most Popular Posts of 2017

Hi there, Friends! Happy New Year's Eve! As we usher in a new year, I like to pause to reflect on the year that's passed. The 2017 favorites include an assortment of thrifty repurposed and upcycled projects, seasonal garden decor, and junkin' adventures. As is often the case, I was somewhat surprised...

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Friday's Find #230

Thank God it's thrifty Friday, Friends! Last week I shared that my thrifting adventures may be slightly limited during the next several weeks due to seasonal allergies. However, it just so happened that this week the day that the pollen count was lowest was also the day of the Finds' warehouse sale....

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Easy Peasy Eggnog Cookies with Just 3 Ingredients and Creating Christmas Features

Happy Wednesday, Friends! During this week between Christmas and New Year's celebrations, I'm still enjoying holiday goodies and every season I like to try something new. Come see how to whip up these scrumptious easy peasy eggnog cookies--with just three ingredients! I've also selected features...

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Christmas Greetings and Snow Queen Inspired Winter Dress Form

Merry Christmas Eve, dear Friends! I'd like to take the opportunity to wish you all a blessed Christmas and a new year that's filled with peace and joy! I may not have a white Christmas here in Texas, but this year my vintage dress form, Juliet has been crowned Snow Queen for the holidays and winter...

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Friday's Find #229

Thank God it's thrifty Friday, Friends. Can you believe Christmas is just a few days away? Like many of you, I've been busy baking and shipping gifts this week in anticipation of the holiday and I didn't make it to the thrift stores. However, I do have a few fairly recent finds that I haven't had...

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Vintage Charm Party #113 Plus an Announcement!

Welcome to Vintage Charm Party #113! This is our last party before Christmas so we'd like to wish you a very Merry Christmas! Also there will be no party on December 28. Vintage Charm will resume on January 4. In the meantime, please feel free to link up at the Creating Christmas party I'm...

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15 Minute Cocoa Bar in a Cup: Last Minute Christmas Gift

Happy Wednesday, Friends! With less than a week until Christmas, I'm squeezing in one last 15 Minute Fix for 2017--a simple last minute gift idea. I made mine for Ginger Grand, but depending on the mug and condiments you choose, this mini cocoa station could be adapted for any age... ...

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All is Calm Christmas Bedroom

Hi there, Friends! As promised earlier this week, today I'm sharing the holiday accents I've added to my bedroom. I've kept it simple and rather than buying anything new, I've shopped my home instead, to create a calm and cozy Christmas bedroom.... ...

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Friday's Find #228 Plus Last Minute Gifts from Secret Garden Herbs

Thank God it's thrifty Friday, Friends! It was a week of soft and cozy winter finds, starting with this handmade yarn wreath. Though it needs a little love, it won't take much to refresh it for the winter months!  ...

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Vintage Charm Party #112

Welcome to Vintage Charm Party #112! We invite you to share your vintage experiences--whether it’s your latest finds, crafts, or DIYs, we’d love to hear about it. Link up your furniture flips, roadside finds, repurposed projects, collections, home decor and more! ...

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A Rustic and Romantic Christmas: Creating Christmas Link Party

Happy Wednesday, Friends! Today I'm excited to be co-hosting the Creating Christmas link party! It's my third year to participate in the fun week long event hosted by Jann at Have a Daily Cup of Mrs. Olson. Each host of the day shares a different theme and then you can join in by sharing your...

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Christmas Elves in My Cozy Vintage Kitchen

Hi there, Friends! It's often said that the kitchen is the heart of the home and I find this especially true during the Christmas season. Come on in! My vintage kitchen is decked out for the holidays. It's small but cozy and you may even find a mischief visitor or two...  ...

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Jolly Old Saint Nicholas: Friday's Find #227

Thank God it's thrifty Friday Friends! How is your Christmas season going? Have you finished decorating? I always enjoy finding thrifty Christmas trinkets during the holidays. These vintage miniature Santa mugs were only .50! Aren't they jolly?  ...

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Vintage Charm Party #111 and November Feature of the Month

Welcome to Vintage Charm Party #111 and November Feature of the Month! We invite you to share your vintage experiences--whether it’s your latest finds, crafts, or DIYs, we’d love to hear about it. Link up your furniture flips, roadside finds, repurposed projects, collections,...

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Shades of Aqua and Blush for the Holidays: Cozy at Christmas Blog Tour

Happy Wednesday Friends! Today I'm participating in the Cozy at Christmas Holiday Blog Tour. Whether you're new here, or a regular, I'd like to wish you a warm welcome! Over the years, I've used a variety of colors to decorate for Christmas, from traditional red and green to neutrals and metallics....

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DIY Vintage Lace Garland and Christmas Tree Skirt: No Sewing Required!

Hi there, Friends! If you're like me and have a tendency to hoard vintage linens even when they're not in the best of condition, then today's project is for you! No linens, no worries-- I'll how you how to create the same DIY garland and tree skirt with supplies from your local thrift store with...

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Vintage French Snowman Tablescape: Friday's Find #226

Thank God it's thrifty Friday, Friends! I don't know about you, but this time of year is so busy, my visits to the thrift stores have been limited. Since I only have a couple of items to share, I thought it would be fun to show you how I styled my first find. These adorable vintage snowman plates...

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Vintage Charm Party #110

Welcome to Vintage Charm Party #110! We invite you to share your vintage experiences--whether it’s your latest finds, crafts, or DIYs, we’d love to hear about it. Link up your furniture flips, roadside finds, repurposed projects, collections, home decor and more! ...

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15 Minute Mini Gingerbread House Village, Place Cards and Hostess Gift Ideas

Happy Wednesday, Friends! When it comes to crafts for the holidays, I'm all about simple and thrifty! For today's 15 Minute Fix, I'll show you three quickie projects that you can make with these adorable mini gingerbread houses.... ...

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A Very Vintage Christmas in the Gazebo

Hi there, Friends! If you are new here, visiting from the Christmas Porch Tour, welcome! This is my first year to participate and I look forward to seeing lots of outdoor Christmas inspiration. There will be links at the end of the post so you can tour more festive Christmas porches that are decked...

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Handmade and Vintage for the Holidays: Friday's Find #225

Thank God it's thrifty Friday! Recently I attended a local church holiday craft sale and vintage market. Today I'm sharing my finds from both. First, can we talk about this sweet little handmade doily garland?  ...

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Happy Thanksgiving!

Happy Thanksgiving dear Friends! I am enjoying time with my family for the holiday. If you stopped by for Vintage Charm, the party and features will resume next week, on November 30. Have a blessed holiday!  ...

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Support Small Business Saturday for the Holidays: Shop Local Handmade and Vintage

Happy Wednesday, Friends! Did you know Small Business Saturday is coming up this weekend? As the small business owner of two Etsy shops, I try to support other small businesses and also to shop locally during the holidays. Last weekend I shopped two local holiday sales: Vintage Market...

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Vintage Farmhouse Christmas Sign Repurposed from a Player Piano Roll

Hi there, Friends! Many of you expressed curiosity regarding my plans for the vintage player piano roll I scored thrifting a few weeks ago. Well today I'll show you how I repurposed it as a vintage farmhouse Christmas sign and how you can create one too, using craft paper.  Oh, and...

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Linens and Angels and Bears, Oh My! Friday's Find #224 Plus a Sale

Thank God it's thrifty Friday, Friends! Starting today I'm offering a 15% off sale in my Etsy shop--no coupons and no fighting crowds required! I hope you'll drop by to browse and perhaps do some holiday shopping. Now for this week's fabulous finds--it was a good week for thrifting and...

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Vintage Charm Party #109

Welcome to Vintage Charm Party #109! We invite you to share your vintage experiences--whether it’s your latest finds, crafts, or DIYs, we’d love to hear about it. Link up your furniture flips, roadside finds, repurposed projects, collections, home decor and more! ...

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Repurposed Vintage Milk Can Snowman

Happy Wednesday, Friends! Today I'm sharing a fun project to add a little whimsy to your holiday curb appeal. Yes, I know Thanksgiving is still a week away. {If you missed my vintage Thanksgiving mantel, you can see it here.} It's one of my favorite holidays, so much so, that I'll be stepping...

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Simply Elegant Holiday Chair Decor with Preserved Evergreens

Hi there, Friends! I'm really excited to share a new project with you that will add a touch of elegance to your dining chairs during the holiday season. The greenery used is a mixture of preserved and faux so it will take you from Thanksgiving through the Christmas season--plus it couldn't be easier...

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Thriftathon Part 2: Friday's Find #223

Thank God it's thrifty Friday, Friends! Today I'm sharing the rest of my fabulous finds from my thrifting adventures with Cecilia B. In addition to the Find's warehouse sale and shops in Comfort, we shopped five more local thrift stores. If you missed part one of my thriftathon treasures,...

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Vintage Charm Party #108

Welcome to Vintage Charm Party #108! We invite you to share your vintage experiences--whether it’s your latest finds, crafts, or DIYs, we’d love to hear about it. Link up your furniture flips, roadside finds, repurposed projects, collections, home decor and more! ...

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15 Minute Upcycled Storage Basket

Happy Wednesday, Friends! It's time for the latest 15 Minute Fix! Today I have a thrifty upcycle that doubles as storage and of course, can be completed in less than 15 minutes...  ...

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Decorating with Thrifted Vintage Plates... Can I Get an Amen?

Hi there, Friends! A few weeks ago, when I shared tips for creating a beautiful home on a budget, I illustrated just how much of my decor has been upcycled from estate sale, thrift store and yard sale finds. Today, I want to show you several different ways I use thrifted vintage plates...

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Thriftathon Part 1: Friday's Find #222

Thank God it's thrifty Friday, Friends! As promised, today I'm sharing the first part of two posts featuring my finds from my thriftathon with Cecilia B.  Can you believe the size of this frame? I'm not one to pass on vintage frames and at 3' x 4', it's the largest I've come across thrifting....

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Vintage Charm Party #107 and October Feature of the Month

Welcome to Vintage Charm Party #107 and October Feature of the Month! We invite you to share your vintage experiences--whether it’s your latest finds, crafts, or DIYs, we’d love to hear about it. Link up your furniture flips, roadside finds, repurposed projects, collections,...

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Celebrating Blogger Friendships: Peace, Love and Comfort, Texas!

Happy Wednesday, Friends! Last week, I was blessed to spend some time celebrating my friendships with Cecilia from The B Farm and Audrey from Timeless Treasures. Over the last several years, we've forged a special bond from our shared passions for faith, thrifting and blogging. We...

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How to Chalk Paint Vintage Dining Chairs: 2 Different Techniques

Hi there, Friends! Recently I updated the vintage dining chairs for my kitchen table with chalk paint. Undecided if I wanted to commit to painting all four, I started by painting two with my favorite brush on chalk paint. Then, after living with purposely mismatched chairs for a few months, I decided...

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Vintage Moon Deco Pyrex: Friday's Find #221

Thank God it's thrifty Friday, Friends! Every once in awhile, I happen to come across a vintage find that I've never seen before. I consider myself pretty familiar with vintage Pyrex patterns, but this Moon Deco covered casserole, was a new one for me! ...

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Vintage Charm Party #106

Welcome to Vintage Charm Party #106! We invite you to share your vintage experiences--whether it’s your latest finds, crafts, or DIYs, we’d love to hear about it. Link up your furniture flips, roadside finds, repurposed projects, collections, home decor and more! ...

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15 Minute Rosemary Lemongrass Fragrant Natural Household Cleaner

Happy Wednesday, Friends! The holidays are around the corner and today I'm sharing a natural household cleaner that will leave your home sparkling, smelling heavenly and ready to welcome guests. Plus, you can make it in less than 15 minutes! ...

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Stuck in a Rut? 7 Ways to Create a Beautiful Home on a Budget!

Hi there, Friends! Have you ever found yourself in a rut when it comes to decorating your home? We all want to create a beautiful home but at times, it can be a challenge to keep from getting stuck in a rut. You might think since I share upcycled and repurposed home decor each week, that I wouldn't...

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Estate Sale Salvage: Friday's Find #220

Thank God it's thrifty Friday, Friends! When you shop an estate sale, where do you start? While I've found some great buys on vintage dishes, linens, and furniture from estate sales, you might be surprised by the place I look first.... ...

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Vintage Charm Party #105

Welcome to Vintage Charm Party #105! We invite you to share your vintage experiences--whether it’s your latest finds, crafts, or DIYs, we’d love to hear about it. Link up your furniture flips, roadside finds, repurposed projects, collections, home decor and more! ...

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DIY Cozy Pom-Pom Throw

Happy Wednesday, Friends! As temperatures drop, nothing says fall, quite like a soft, comfy throw. Would you believe I made this cozy pom-pom throw for less than $10? Plus, there's almost no sewing required--if you can sew a button, you can make this simple lap throw... ...

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How to Style Collections as Seasonal Decor: Vintage Transferware Thanksgiving Mantel

Hi there, Friends! What comes to mind when you hear the word collection? A hutch full of matching dishes inherited from a loved one? A mismatched assortment of whimsical animal figurines? The best collections are gathered over time, treasured and displayed--not tucked away in a cabinet. There's...

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Friday's Find #219

TGITF Friends! We've finally had some weather that feels like fall and I have loved it! Ready for this week's fabulous finds? Several of this week's vintage treasures are from the same estate sale, starting with this gorgeous vintage crystal bead necklace...  ...

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Vintage Charm Party #104

Welcome to Vintage Charm Party #104! We invite you to share your vintage experiences--whether it’s your latest finds, crafts, or DIYs, we’d love to hear about it. Link up your furniture flips, roadside finds, repurposed projects, collections, home decor and more! ...

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15 Minute Upcycled Vintage Plate Sign

Happy Wednesday, Friends! It's time for another 15 Minute Fix and once again, this project can easily be completed in closer to five minutes. Plus, it's oh-so thrifty and all you need is a plate and a dollar store decal!  ...

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