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Fireplace Surround and Mantel Update
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by on November 4, 2018November 4, 2018

Fireplace Surround and Mantel Update

The fireplace mantel and surround in my investment property needed an update!  The original had builder grade materials from the 1990’s and with a few new tiles, a chunky mantel and a can of spray paint, it looks totally new! The original fireplace had 4 x 4 white tile and classic trim and a thin...

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Mid-Century Modern Buffet Makeover
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by on November 4, 2018November 4, 2018

Mid-Century Modern Buffet Makeover

A project piece with good bones makes for a great makeover!  I found this little mid-century beauty on Facebook Marketplace and loved its clean lines and scale.  The piece itself was solid, just in need of a little attention. The top had some damage but shaped up with some sanding, stain and polyurethane. I painted...

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Be Merry and Bright Holiday Sign
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by on October 29, 2018November 14, 2024

Be Merry and Bright Holiday Sign

Ever find a really good deal and think “I’ll find something to do with it”?  Well, that is how this project started — I found a $7 wood panel door at Goodwill and transformed it into this fun hanging outdoor holiday sign.  And, once I had a plan, it was really fun to execute in...

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Vanity Update for Home Resale
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by on October 26, 2018November 4, 2018

Vanity Update for Home Resale

It still amazes me the transformation a coat of paint can make.  When I was preparing my house for sale, it seemed like I was painting everything (with Sherwin Williams paint, of course) – the main floor and the trim on the exterior as two examples.  In addition to that, there was one vanity that...

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Four DIY Gift Ideas for Creative Young Ones
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by on October 22, 2018December 6, 2018

Four DIY Gift Ideas for Creative Young Ones

If you are an avid DIYer, at this time of the year, you are looking for ideas for creative and personal gifts.  For those of you with young ones in your life, perhaps some of these ideas might give you some inspiration to get those gifts underway. I wish I could say that these Ideas...

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Travel Inspired Wall Art
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by on October 17, 2018October 31, 2018

Travel Inspired Wall Art

I am a lover of travel and it makes me happy to see memories of my adventures around the house.  During my travels, I make it a point to collect small prints, paintings or take some great photos that I can use to dress up the walls in my home.  And, I have to say,...

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DIY Barn doors for a Window Covering
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by on October 8, 2018October 9, 2018

DIY Barn doors for a Window Covering

Barn doors can be expensive, but with a little creativity and work to source the materials, I was able to make a barn door for under $200. A couple of years ago when barn doors were gaining popularity and I wanted to try one on for size. My son moved into a new home and needed...

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Refinished Drafting Table Turned Desk
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by on October 8, 2018April 4, 2024

Refinished Drafting Table Turned Desk

I love the story behind old furniture and frequently think of the original owners while I work on making the piece pretty again. This beautiful find, was sitting in the basement of an estate sale home, under a bunch of pots and pans. The previous owner used this drafting table 50-60 years ago. The top...

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Thanksgiving Outdoor Decor | Give Thanks
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by on October 4, 2018October 4, 2018

Thanksgiving Outdoor Decor | Give Thanks

Need Thanksgiving and Fall decor that is simple and affordable?  Look no further!  This project was super easy and cost almost nothing! Use your imagination and resourcefulness to make your own outdoor decor for any holiday or occasion! WOOD This is a piece of fence that I found while walking my dogs on garbage day. ...

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Five Tricks to Dress Your Windows with Affordable Curtains
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by on October 3, 2018October 3, 2018

Five Tricks to Dress Your Windows with Affordable Curtains

Window treatments can be affordable, functional and still transform the look of a room.  When tackling the windows in my new townhome, I decided to shift my approach from simply choosing window coverings to choosing window dressings.  Go from drab to dramatic with these five tricks! Source Window dressings can be expensive, but with a...

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