Styling a tray is a fun challenge for me. I have several trays in-use around the house, but not in the family room. I needed an oversized tray for the long coffee table, and decided a crate would do the job. Today I’m sharing with you, how to make and style a coffee table tray. ... continue reading...
Spring Watercolors and Free Printables
Just in time for the first day of spring, I have two free watercolor printables just for you. I've been experimenting with watercolors more and more. I'm having fun discovering colors, brush techniques and developing my sence of style. This is the first time I've been brave enough to share my art work, so I hope you will like them. (Nervous emoji face!) The prints can be displayed on a clip board or placed in a simple frame. Even better, you can be lazy like me, and use mini clothes pins for ... continue reading...
Hand Rail Update
Sometimes maintenance projects are only exciting when you’re finished, and can step back and enjoy the results. This weekend's project involved updating the hand rails on the stairs with fresh paint that matches the front door. In a previous post, Curb Appeal, I featured the front door with the color Iron Ore from Sherwin-Williams. I'm still in love with the color and now have an opportunity to use it inside the house on the stairs hand rail. ... continue reading...
Salad Inspiration With Vegetables
I must admit, I'm not very consistent when it comes to cooking and eating vegetables. If you're like me, then maybe all you need is a bit of inspiration. I created three easy vegetable salad combinations, that you can make too. My enthusiasm for fresh vegetables was stirred from an eclectic mix of restaurants I discovered during a weekend get-a-way. ... continue reading...
Bar Stools With A New Finish
When decorating a room, it can be a challenge to find the right balance with paint colors, fabrics, and accessories. Updating our bar stools with a new finish, is a good example of how I'm creating that balance in our decor. ... continue reading...
Wine Crate Ottoman
I'm not sure if I'm more excited about my new wine crate ottoman, or the fact that my studio is clean enough for a photo shoot. I'm embarrassed to admit that it actually took longer to straighten and organize the studio, than it did to put the new ottoman together. Anyway, thank you for stopping by! ... continue reading...