Have you ever wondered where bloggers get their ideas? Well some of mine are highly planned and some just happen. Today’s post organizing a kitchen, started yesterday when I declared war on the kitchen junk drawer. The before photo is a bit embarrassing, but hey I’m not perfect even on my best day. Shocking I know! [Read more…] about Organizing A Kitchen
French Chairs Part II
I love stripes, but I have to admit, stripes are hard! I finally finished the second French Chair as promised and wanted to show you how both chairs look together.  My original plan was to have the chairs match, but I fell in love the striped linen and couldn’t resist using it as the main feature on the second chair. [Read more…] about French Chairs Part II
Red, White And Blue Bandana Wreath
Red, White And Blue Bandana Wreath. This year I’m planning ahead for July 4th with a red, white and blue bandana wreath, in patriotic colors. Bandana wreaths are quick and easy to create, which makes them one of my favorite holiday crafts. [Read more…] about Red, White And Blue Bandana Wreath
Updating French Chairs
Updating French Chairs. I almost titled this post “focus on the joy”, because it’s much more fun to share a positive experience rather than a negative one. Last weekend, I went to my favorite fabric store needing serious help finding the right fabric for updating French chairs. Lucky me, I met Angelina. After a few minutes of conversing, I could see she was genuinely just as excited as I was about my project. [Read more…] about Updating French Chairs
Armchair Slipcover
DIY Armchair Slipcover. So excited to share with you, the armchair slipcover I finished this weekend. It’s been awhile since I’ve applied my sewing skills. After setting up my old sewing machine, I had to pause. How do I refill the bobbin? I’m really much better at painting. [Read more…] about Armchair Slipcover
Almond Icebox Cookies
Almond Icebox Cookies. I have a love-hate relationship with cookies. Yesterday, I made cookies using my mom’s old almond icebox cookie recipe. They were so delicious hot out of oven, and before I knew it, six had disappeared. I really love them, but hate that I can’t stop after eating one. [Read more…] about Almond Icebox Cookies
