This chandelier was in the house when we purchased it a couple of years ago. I have never liked it but I haven’t had the money to replace it {chandeliers are expensive!}. I had it listed on Craigslist for a few months but finally gave up on selling it when I didn’t get a single email! I decided that this… Read More
Giani Granite Countertop Paint Review
I am so excited to share with you one of my latest projects! Remember this post from a couple months ago when I asked you what color I should paint my countertops? Well we finally painted them and I am super excited to show you the results! This is a long post {lots of pictures} but there’s a giveaway at… Read More
Vinegar Uses: Do It Yourself Tips
Among the many great things that vinegar can be used for, restoration of old items is another way to revive something dingy and make it look new again for a fraction of the price! #1 Cleaning an old Stove or fireplace Before starting this tip make sure that the stove and/or fireplace has cooled completely and is “dust and rust… Read More
DIY Photo Clipboard {Gift idea}
I saw a similar photo clipboard to this on Pinterest and just had to make some for Malea’s grandmas! I knew they would love them and I knew it would be a fun project that Malea and I could do together. First I had Matt cut me a few boards from the scrap wood we have left over from building… Read More
Sneak Peek: Malea’s Loft Bed
A couple months ago I approached my husband with a set of plans that I’d printed off of Ana White’s website. To say he was excited about it would be a lie, in fact I think the idea of a huge project like this was the last thing he wanted. To make sure the project would get completed, in… Read More
How to Update a Brick Fireplace
A friend of mine recently bought a house and was desperate to cover up the eye sore of a fireplace in the corner of her living room. Luckily she’s an artist and was able to come up with a really creative way for how to update a brick fireplace, without having to paint it. Personally I’m not a fan… Read More