Hi, Friends! Did you think I totally dropped off the face of the map? I just took a necessary break to get some things done that needed my full attention – taxes, a baby shower, and getting ready for a little vacay! The taxes – ugh! It’s the absolute worst thing about being self employed!!! […]
Mary and Martha Spring Favorites
I shared on Instagram this morning that it’s absolutely dreary here today. But, at least it’s not snowing like yesterday – always gotta look for the bright spot! I don’t know about you, but when the weather isn’t exactly cooperating, I like to spend time making the inside of my house feel like spring! This […]
Last Minute Easter Ideas
Happy Good Friday. I was planning to show you some updates to my home office, but I decided to hold that off until Monday. I was scrolling Pinterest for some last minute Easter ideas and thought I’d share some of them with you! These are things that take very little effort and time, because who’s […]
Butterfly Collection For Your Home
I’m so excited to be here today to share the butterfly collection of products that I created for my home and yours! You may have noticed the framed canvas in my entryway that I shared in my Spring home tour. This post contains some affiliate links for your convenience. Please see my full disclosure at […]
The Velveteen Rabbit DIY Wall Hanging
Happy Monday! Can you believe it’s Easter week! I know it’s a busy week for most of us, so I wanted to share a little DIY project that won’t take long! You may have caught a glimpse of The Velveteen Rabbit wall hanging in my living room gallery wall that I shared last week in […]
Hymns & Verses 2018 Spring Home Tour
Even though there is snow on the ground here in Pennsylvania, I’m here today to share my 2018 Spring home tour. This weeks’ home tours, hosting by Marty of A Stroll Thru Life have been full of spring inspiration. If you missed any of the tours, you can see the entire list at the end […]
Reupholstered French Sofa Reveal
Happy Monday! I’m finally here to reveal my newly reupholstered French sofa. This project was a huge undertaking, but I’m so glad I did it. Here is the finished sofa! So, what do you think? I really love the contrast of the dark stained wood frame with the light woven gray fabric. I looked all […]
Using Gel Stain to Enhance Stained Wood
Hi, Friends! I am jumping up and down excited today because . . . . the sofa is finished!!!! First, I’ll just say that it was a LOOOOONG process. Much longer than I ever anticipated. It was a challenge, but I’m so glad I did it! Do I want to jump right into another upholstery […]
DIY Monogram Pillow Cover
Hi, Friends! The sun is shining today and boy does it make me smile! We’ve had our share of cloudy and rainy days lately! Lack of sunshine also makes it a bit more difficult to photograph projects that I’m working on for the blog, so I’ll be busy today taking lots of pics! Before I […]
Space Saver Craft Closet Storage
As promised, I’m back today to share how Mark made the space saver storage shelves for my office/craft room closet! First, I want to show you the inspiration for this inside the closet door storage. I first saw this closet door spice rack on Pinterest by Shanty 2 Chic and showed the plans to Mark! He altered […]
Thoughts on Deconstructed Furniture
I’ve begun the process of reupholstering my vintage French Bergere sofa. Let me tell you, this is not for the faint of heart! But, it is doable! I’m taking it step by step and have the old upholstery off. I still have loads of small tacks to remove. Thankfully, this sofa was really well made […]
Office Closet Storage and Organization
Today I want to share the inside of my office closet! I’m using this bedroom sized closet to store my small home decor pieces and also my craft supplies! I’ve had home decor scattered around my house in cabinets and closets and even in the garage for years! Now, I have most of it stored […]
Mary and Martha Announcement Board Easter Tiles
Hi, Friends! Since so many of you loved the Mary and Martha Announcement Board and purchased it when it was on sale last fall, I thought I would share the new Easter tiles that are available for sale starting today! I wanted you to see them right away, because the Christmas tiles sold out before […]
Free Snow Printable for a Winter Gallery Wall
Hi, friends! As promised, I’m back today with another printable for your wintertime home! And, this time, it’s FREE! I decided to keep my gallery wall that I created a little before Christmas, but the NOEL print that I shared at that time, was definitely Christmas themed. The rest of the gallery wall was more […]
My Favorite Things Printable Sign
Happy Monday! I’m here today with something new inspired by a song that always comes to mind this time of year – My Favorite Things from The Sound of Music! Last year I made a large sign for my mantel with the lyrics from this song. You know that I love signs that are inspired […]
