Tea Cart to Craft Cart Makeover! Tea holds a special place in my heart. My grandmother is a British war bride and a religious tea drinker. Which means my mom is too. Which means I am on occasion...it dilutes as the generations go, but I still love a great cup of tea! The memories of tea time at my Neena's house will always be a favorite for me. When I saw this beat up tea cart at a thrift store I had to have it.It cost $20 which is more than I usually pay for stuff, but it really wanted to come ... continue reading...
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Life Lessons From Little League Baseball
I have logged an obscene number of hours at our local little league baseball field this year. With three kiddos playing ball we have practically lived at the fields this season. All that time behind a dugout has had me thinking. Baseball is a wonderful sport that I really enjoy (although more moderation would be welcome at this point in the season) and I'm fascinated by how many life truths present themselves in the game. I decided to put together some biblical truths that I have seen this year ... continue reading...
Wood and Dropcloth Curtains
DIY wood valance and drop cloth tutorial Y'all. I'm in love. I asked a few weeks ago what you guys thought about new curtains for my kitchen sitting area and I think most everyone agreed new ones would be nice. Well...I did it and here is my idea!It so happens we have a TON of reclaimed wood piled up in the back yard because of the playhouse tear down/chicken coop thing we have going on. I started there. Two long boards with age, character and nail holes got unearthed from the heap of boards ... continue reading...
Creative Chalkboard Makeover
This creative chalkboard makeover is to give you a little fun inspiration. It's doubtful you will be able to replicate it because I have never seen an item quite like what I picked up at a vintage market... This piece is the essence of why I love junk hunting. In the famous words of Forrest Gump's mama, "life is like a box of chocolates, you never know what you're gonna get." It should be the theme verse for junk hunting. This deer photo album thingy just called my name, I love it so much! ... continue reading...
I’m Bored Jar: Free Things For Kids To Do This Summer
"Mom!!! I'm bored" Might as be nails on a chalkboard for most moms, you know this phrase is coming your way this summer. We beg from freedom from the demanding schedule the school year brings and within a few weeks (possibly days) the famous phrase rears it's ugly head. This year I'm attempting to be proactive with a simple solution: the I'm bored jar. Of course the jar has to match our décor so it can sit on the shelf and not be ugly! I had this cute mason jar crate holder that I painted a ... continue reading...
Master Gardener Tour Part Two: Breathtaking Views
Rustic Modern Home, Breathtaking Views: Master Gardener Tour Last week I showed you all the creative upcycled items and salvaged containers in the first house on the Master Gardener Home Tour. Today is a stunning home with breathtaking views. It's probably worth noting that where we live there isn't a ton of elevation changes, that's part of why this house is so spectacular, it's hard to believe this is in our town. It feels other worldly! As you walk up the curving drive you see a ... continue reading...
Broken to French Country Side Table: I Knew You When
French Country Furniture Makeover This broken little table was a Round Top steal because, well...it was broken! I was looking for a small sweet bedside table and knew this would be perfect to makeover. Not to mention I'm a sucker for a deal. However, the table went straight to work and for years it sat watch beside my daughter's bed, broken and bruised waiting for a renovation. When Mae requested a bedroom update this table got displaced as furniture moved and style changed. I couldn't bear ... continue reading...
Broken Chair Repair, Outdoor Treasures
Trash to Treasure Outdoor Décor Hop: Broken Chair Repair I love getting together with friends to show you a group of ideas and today is a fun one! My trash to treasure hunting buddies are sharing outdoor decor with you today...12 ideas in all, be sure to check out the list below. I've had two broken chairs waiting a longtime for their day in the sun! Originally these matched, but unmatched chairs were purchased at a garage sale for $1/each. Honestly, that's like giving them away. (I got some ... continue reading...
How To Make A Enamel Pot Lid To DIY Farmhouse Tray
Enamel Pot Lid To Farmhouse Tray Sometimes when you have a good thing going you just have to roll with it! This quick DIY farmhouse tray project is just a reinvention of a similar project I did a while back, but the idea is so great I have to keep it going! Do you have a single pot lid or single roasting pan and wonder what to do with a mismatched pot lid? HERE is your answer, and it is such a simple fix! While I was thrifting in one of my favorite little towns, Junction, Texas I found ... continue reading...
Master Gardener Home Tour: Salvaged and Upcycle Everywhere
One of my favorite things to do is gather inspiration from others. If you aren't making a regular habit of visiting new stores, towns, homes or gardens to set your creativity on fire, I highly recommend you start pronto! This week our local Master Gardener program held it's annual garden tour and it was FULL of inspiring ideas to steal and implement. Two homes were highlighted on the tour, with very different style profiles. I can't wait to show them to you! The first home belongs to a couple ... continue reading...
