How to Get a High End Industrial Side Table for Free

Well, hey there friend! I’m so glad you dropped by because I am so excited to be sharing this latest project with you! But first, I want you to follow this link to a Google search on spool side tables and take note of the prices you see on the page. I’ll wait for you […]

Affordable Rustic Wedding Inspiration

What a weekend! I’m still reeling from the excitement and activity of all the events that took place, the largest of which was my cousin’s wedding. We were best friends growing up and it was such an honor for me to be a part of her special day. Her decoration and style was as if […]

An Honest Review of the Target Shabby Sofa Slipcover

This post contains some affiliate links. Check out my disclosure page for more information. Everyone is raving about slipcovered sofas! Have you noticed how many blog posts are out there giving reviews of them (especially IKEA’s Erktorp sofa)? source For a while I dismissed these for the people who have no kids, pets, or husbands […]

A Decorator’s Guide to a Beautiful Shower

Last weekend I had the privilege of decorating a wedding shower for my cousin and best friend. Sarah and I shared an awesome childhood together of playing beanie babies, participating in Pony Club together, slumber parties, and hours of talking and laughter. I can’t believe she is getting married this summer and I couldn’t be […]

Simple Distressed Frame Technique

The other day I stopped by my favorite thrift store here in town: Etcetera. It’s always exciting to roam through the aisle, sorting through the old and unwanted items, but I don’t think I need to tell you how much fun thrifting is 😉 One of my finds were these gold wall decorations for $1.25 […]

Fabulously Framed Chalkboard

I’ve done it! I finally hopped on the chalkboard bandwagon. I have loved the look of chalkboards ever since they began growing in popularity, but resisted the price. Fifteen dollars for a little can is just outrageous for this frugal one. I don’t even spend that amount on an article of clothing, much less a […]

Christmas Tree Candle Holder

We were a little behind on getting our decorations down this year. We just now did it. In our defense we were on vacation Anyway, as much as I am always ready to get back to normal life after Christmas, it always saddens me to see the tree go down. For as long as I […]

DIY Mason Jar Bathroom Organizer

I’m back! Back in Illinois, back to blogging, back to my blessed, normal routine. And, to be honest, it feels good. As much as I love the holidays and vacations, I’m glad to be able to settle into all things regular and actually move forward with life. I have a bunch of projects in the […]