Use What You Have: DIY Solar Fountain Planter

Happy Monday, Friends! You've probably seen at least one variety of the fountain planters that are so popular this summer. If you're like me, you may prefer to use what you have to create this look and today I'll show you how I shopped my garden for this easy DIY project

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Jadeite, Roses, and Hankies: Spring in the Kitchen

Hello Friends! As we continue to stay at home, I'm curious what have you been up to? Do you take comfort in baking, gardening, or crafting, or do you find yourself drawn to the news? Sometimes, little changes in decor can make a big impact. Today I'm sharing some spring accents in the kitchen featuring my vintage jadeite collection, roses, and hankies...

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Recreate Your Pillows: A Holiday Fashion Show!

Happy Wednesday Friends! Are you a pillow person? I am for sure--whether it's a comfy stack on my bed or a new look for the sofa, I can't seem to get enough! Rather than buy new for each season, I have a thrifty way to change mine up. Join me for a fashion show of pillows!

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Pantry Panache... for Pennies!

Greetings Friends! Hope you are having a lovely weekend!  Have you ever grown accustomed to an area you use daily, and then suddenly realize it has become a hot mess? Unfortunately, that pretty much summed up the state of my pantry before I gave it a touch of panache...

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New Life for an Old Grill: The Easy Way to Replace Damaged Parts

Happy Wednesday! Do you have an outdoor grill that has seen better days? After nine years, mine definitely had! Come see how I gave it new life just in time for grilling season...

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What I Learned from My Headboard: How to Edit a Room Part 1

Hello Friends! I hope you are having a wonderful weekend!  On Friday, I shared this fabulous find; a gorgeous headboard that actually did not require any type of upcycle.  I was so excited to move it to its appointed place. I got my camera ready but stopped after a few photos. If you need to edit a room,  just look at it through your camera's screen.  I absolutely loved my thrifted headboard but suddenly it was the shining star and the rest of the room was barely twinkling! Have you ever had this experience? Here's what my headboard taught me...

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Easy Umbrella Upcycle!

Happy Wednesday Friends!  My patio umbrellas take a beating from our Texas sun. I have two and they were both dreadfully faded.  I prefer the metal crank variety and have not seen any colors this season that appeal to me.  Besides, they are so expensive! Not quite sure what to expect, I took a chance on spray painting them. Instant upgrade--three cans of spray paint and one hour later, my two umbrellas went from drab to fab! 

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