Painted, Distressed Stools

Back in January I had an old electrical spool and the need for more counter space in my kitchen. It didn’t take long to figure out a solution with the materials I had on hand. We’ve really enjoyed our bar height spool table, however, could be using it more if only we had some stools. I really like the look… Read More

Awkward Space Storage Solution

When he built our house in 1949, Harry Rocke was not going to do what everyone else was doing. He built this home with creativity and out of the box thinking. His ingenuity is evident all around this home. An example can be found in the kitchen. One of the walls would be left blank by most, but Harry looked… Read More

Dollar Store Command Center

“Oh, confound my forgetful mind!” If I was a seventy year old man I think I would be saying this a lot as I am constantly forgetting things. I have to write EVERYTHING down. Our house has all kinds of notebooks, sticky notes, and pads of paper lying around so I can write a quick note and save my memory…. Read More

The Huge Difference Paint Will Make

I kept telling myself not to. I had enough half-finished projects, house work to do, and things to catch up on and certainly didn’t need to take this on. But the paint was on sale so I had to buy it and when I brought it home, I could just let it sit there until I had more time. What if… Read More

Fabulously Framed Chalkboard

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 fun decoration I could live… Read More