Stencils kind of remind me of grapes circling a kitchen. You know the popular 80's/90's décor that ultimately gave stencils a semi-bad wrap? Luckily stencils are back in a big way because they allow you to make some easy décor updates like the farmhouse touch I am sharing today! They've come along way since the 1980's.My blogging friend Angie over at Knick Of Time has the most gorgeous farmhouse ideas and she has developed a line of stencils to feed the farmhouse/vintage addiction. She was sweet ... continue reading...
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24 Other Places to Shop in Waco, Texas and A Spring Trip to Magnolia Market
We all know Joanna Gaines has the magic touch these days and her popular show Fixer Upper drives fans to her Waco, Texas store Magnolia Market by the thousands. Luckily I live just a hop down the highway and have had the chance to visit on multiple occasions. Last week I made and early spring trip that left me full of decorating inspiration. This visit I branched out and scouted some other local shopping spots to share with you today. Unfortunately many stores were closed on Monday so I didn't ... continue reading...
6 Prayer Models to Spice Up Your Prayer Time PLUS a Free Printable
We all get in a rut sometimes and our prayer life is no different. Set on auto pilot we spew out a standard prayer and if you're anything like me sometimes it gets to be like I'm talking to a genie in a bottle. Throwing out requests and wishes like pennies down a wishing well. Friends, that's no good. God desires and deserves more. Today I have six ways you can model your pray in a manner pleasing to God that will spice up this special time we have the privilege of spending ... continue reading...
Bath Tray with Book Rest
A relaxing bath is one of life's most glorious treasures. Adding a bath tray with a book rest makes it even better. Making your own bath caddy is one of the easiest and least expensive luxuries you can do for yourself. Seriously ladies - this is a must do weekend project! I have seen a ton of bath trays roaming around Pinterest, but I wanted one I could prop a book or magazine on. There is nothing better than slipping into a hot tub with a cold drink and a good read at the end of a long ... continue reading...
DIY Decorative Balls in a Spring Mantel
Spring Mantel with DIY Décor Spheres Today I am sharing my Spring mantel with a DIY decorative ball tutorial. It's been in the 70's here in Texas though and all the plants are confused and blooming, it's a crazy mess of early Spring like weather so I am rolling with it! Who knows, it may freeze tomorrow, that will make for some interesting plant issues. The house needed a touch of bright and cheery plus I couldn't wait to use a few of the Christmas gifts I received. My mom gave me these ... continue reading...
Rustic Winter Tablescape: Log Candlesticks
Decorating between Christmas and Spring is a tough one. Today I'm sharing an easy rustic winter tablescape that we've had up since New Year's. I have to confess that when I post on the blog I REALLY hope that y'all are going to LOVE everything I put into the blogosphere, but even if you hate this idea it's fine by me. My daughter already gave it the best compliment I could have asked for. I may have mentioned my family hangs out at our deer lease as much as we can in November and December. ... continue reading...
Picket Fence Serving Tray
This picket fence serving tray has been designed in my mind for a while now. I told you guys it has been pretty quiet around our house the last month or so, but this is one of the very few projects I worked on and I LOVE it! Hopefully you will too! As you know I am obsessed with the pile of old fence pickets a friend of mine gifted me with, they are a never ending source of inspiration. You can buy new fence pickets and stain or paint them to replicate the look of this project if you want ... continue reading...
The Good Noise
Storms come in all shapes and sizes. Sometimes they blanket the Earth in a dark heavy downpour. Some are cleansing and wash away all the grey matter accumulated over time. One of the dark storms hit me towards the end of last year. It didn't just show up one day, it slowly rolled into town and hung out for a while. ***Please note this was written in 2017*** It's funny how storms can be perfect. A perfect series of events that guide you in one direction or another. Lots of little rain ... continue reading...
Top Ten DIY Decor Ideas Of 2016
It's always fun to take a look back over the past year to see what you've accomplished. The blog is a lot like a digital scrapbook for me, recording project, events and thoughts. I often say it is my accountability source...it makes me get to all the projects floating in my head, work through my ideas and actually put them to action. I thought it'd be fun to look back at the DIY décor ideas that were reader favorites from 2016. Let me know which one is your favorite! DIY Barnwood ... continue reading...
How to Paint Wicker Furniture: Video Tutorial
Have you ever tried to paint wicker furniture? Or wondered if there is an easy way to paint Rattan or Cane furniture? Today I am sharing the easiest way I know to paint these hard to paint pieces! *this post was sponsored by Wagner. All ideas, opinions and suggestions are all my own. There are affiliate links in this post as well, this just means should you make a purchase through a link I might receive a small commission. Thank you for your support!* My mom bought some wicker trunks at a ... continue reading...
