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If you’re anything like me, you’re a picture taking machine. I love my Canon camera but I’m not a fan of lugging it and all the lenses around with me everywhere I go so I usually rely on my cell phone camera to capture all those special memories. The problem … Being a picture taking machine means running…
Today’s post is brought to you by the letter E. E is for ecstatic. That’s how I feel about this amazing reclaimed wood monogram that was custom made for me by Kathryn of Ava Berry Lane. As soon as it arrived on my doorstep, I ripped open the package and carried the monogram all around the house, upstairs & downstairs…
There are two types of people in the world. Curtain people … and non curtain people. I was always the former and didn’t think anyone or anything could change my mind. But I soon realized that my dining room was lacking something. It needed oomph, pizazz, drama, pattern. It needed something to soften the lines…
When we renovated our house, I couldn’t wait to add a mudroom. It’s not huge so I made sure to make sure it had lots of storage – closets instead of cubbies so I could hang all of our coats. Little did I know, way more than coats would be occupying this space. It’s where…
I always think I can’t outdo myself on my next featured Eclectic Home Tour and I always seem to prove myself wrong because each one is more amazing than the next. Today’s tour is truly drool worthy so be sure to take it all in then come back around to check out the more than…
These wall bottle drying rack display ideas are so creative. See how to use unique things to change out the look of your bottle drying rack. I love eclectic style and being able to change the look of my house in an instant. This bottle drying rack means I can hang it once but change…
California Cottage Transformation
2014 What a very good year it’s been. I’m taking a walk down memory lane (actually, I should be jogging to work off all the extra eggnog I’ve been consuming) and re-visiting my Top DIY Projects 2014 … I’m getting fancy and counting down in Spanish in honor of my dad. Diez Thrift shop…
It all started with a ladder. Four Christmases ago, I blinged this ladder out and waited for Santa’s belly to jiggle like jelly as he shouted HO HO HO at the top of his lungs then left extra gifts under my ladder because he thought I was the most creative gal this side of the…
I’ve been decking and trimming and baking and wrapping … My house is holiday ready … even my guest room has gotten a revamp with the most amazing affiiliate vintage-style bed known to man. Remember when I turned my attic guest room into an office? Since I never set foot in there, the dust bunnies were…
Spicy Bloody Mary
Make Paper Pinwheels
It’s the most wonderful time of the year … no, it’s not Christmas but it does feel like it because Cost Plus World Market is finally coming to New Jersey! I heart World Market and their unique, affordable selection for home and garden. I wouldn’t miss the grand opening action and I can’t wait…
I’m feeling very June Cleaver … minus the perfectly coiffed hair, starched apron and wearing heels while vacuuming thing. I’ll definitely be the hostest with the mostest this summer as I liven up my yard with these bold, retro prints of my new oilcloth pillows from Modern June. I am seriously in love. The quality…
WWKD – What Would Kelly Do? You’ll have to wait until tomorrow to find out what I turned this weird thrift shop find that I got in the mail into … and see what another fabulous blogger did with this little ice bucket that I sent her (along with a few other goodies). Trust me,…
I have a deep, dark, shameful secret that I need to confess because I know (or hope!) you won’t judge me. I’ve had the same comforter for 18 years – that’s 6,570 days with a few extra thrown in for leap years. After I walked down the aisle, we bought bedroom furniture from a…
Because I’m happy Clap along if you feel like a room without a roof Because I’m happy Clap along if you feel like happiness is the truth … Happy isn’t quite the right word – it’s more like ecstatic? When a girl’s craft room/home office/mom cave/secret escape continues to take shape, I can’t help…
$5 Handmade Gifts
I’m stylin’ and profilin’ on my front porch. It’s a stylin’ hop of Christmas homes and the fabulously stylish Chris from Just a Girl was the stop before me. Thanks Lindsay for inviting me to this hop. Be sure to check out my full Christmas Home Tour – here’s a little peek. (by the way, don’t forget to enter my…
Last year, as I was merrily trimming my tree while humming Christmas carols and sipping eggnog, I may or may not have yelled a few choice words when a few of my light strings didn’t work. So off to the store I went on a cold, wintry night, only to discover that there were…
“You can kid the world, but not your sister.” – Charlotte Gray Remember when I indulged myself with a bottle of Wonderstruck perfume? Well, it’s only fair to spread the sweet smelling love with a holiday gift for someone special. My sister is amazing. Yes, I harbored deep feelings of resentment when she…
Personalized Gift Tags
These estate sale tips will turn you into a pro thrifter! Learn how to get the best deals just like the antiques dealers do! The thrill of the hunt. From galvanized mop buckets to an antique wooden croquet box to a fabulous old first aid kit … you never know what you’ll find at an estate sale….
Ladder Towel Holder
I always wanted a pony. Unfortunately, the closest I got to my dream was the horse in my Little People barn. My friend Lucy from Bel Monili was lucky enough to score 257 vintage cattle tags and turn them into the cutest necklaces. I know. They’re for cows, not horses, but it’s close…
Who could use $500 – I’m giving it away!
A Rusty Christmas House Tour
Best Chocolate Chunk Cookies Ever
DIY Monogrammed Drinking Glasses
Mummy Votives
Showstopping Vintage Reno
3 Ingredient Salt Scrub
Bold Beachy Bathroom
An extravagantly wrapped package that makes you dread tearing off the paper. A fabulous pair of wedges that seem like they were made to go with your favorite maxi dress. A corkscrew brandished tableside to open the perfect bottle of vino. I can picture it now. I join my guests at the dinner table and…