As Mother’s Day draws near, it’s the perfect time to celebrate the incredible moms in our lives, especially those with younger children. While traditional gifts like flowers and chocolates are always appreciated, why not consider something a bit more personalized and heartfelt this year? In this blog post, I’m sharing a few customized gift ideas...
Habitat for Humanity’s ReStores are a great source for project pieces. Whether you are looking to revive a piece for your home or to resell, here are 4 considerations that I keep in mind when purchasing. material A solid piece of furniture is a good basis for a project piece. For me, this usually means...
Looking for a way to refresh the look of the entry to your home? Here are some key tips to consider when giving your front door an uplift with paint! You will be amazed at the difference it makes! And, this is a super quick and affordable project. Which areas to paint In my opinion,...
Ready to add a touch of sparkle and style to your furniture piece? Look no further than fresh hardware! Whether you’re updating a dresser, cabinet, or side table, swapping out old hardware for new can instantly transform the look and feel of your furniture. From sleek and modern pulls to vintage-inspired knobs, there’s a wide...
If you are a DIYer there is a good chance you are painting in your garage. I love a sprayed finish, so I mostly use a paint sprayer to apply paint. Over the years, I have found several tricks that work well when setting up your painting area. paint booth If you are spraying smaller...
I love a good estate sale find! And, an estate sale flip is even better! Here are my Top 10 Estate Sale Flips! DOLLHOUSE This little dollhouse was on the garage floor and begging for a reno! ($35) This would fall into the category of “an unexpected find”! Below are the “before” and “after”. I...
It’s Easter basket time! In this post, I am sharing the goodies I put together for John’s grand kids. I made one basket to share (but, enough for two)! (Some items listed offer me a commission). BASKET & Ribbon Estate sales, thrift shops, Goodwill, etc are great places to find baskets. I found this basket...
This semi-homemade pizza recipe is super easy and does not disappoint! I have been making this pizza for over 20 years and family & friends love it! It is a great meal for any occasion. We have this every Friday during lent (without the sausage!) (Some affiliate links) Note: This pizza has no sausage. It’s...
I got a set of table and chairs from a property that my nephew was selling. (Free!). I had a creative block when thinking about what to do with them. In the end, I just took the plunge and started with the table. I let the condition of the wood guide my approach. The wood...
I have painted a lot of furniture over the years and found a few tips that lead to greater success in achieving a professional paint finish. FURNITURE PREP As with any painting project, preparation is the key to a good finish! Do NOT skip preparing the surface for paint! This is the most time consuming...