A few months ago, I found this Easter basket at a yard sale for $3. I think it was meant to be a porch decoration, but I bought it with the intention of making it into a planter. I started by removing the BIG bow with some tin snips; then used a bronze color, metallic spray paint. I had a husk liner from an old hanging planter but had to buy three moss sheets from Dollar Tree and the plant. Â I lined the outside with the moss sheets. Then inserted the husk liner. I ... Read More about Easter Basket Transformation
Country Living Magazine Fair 2010
I am SO EXCITED about the upcoming Country Living Magazine Fair in Columbus, OH. It is going to be held on Sept. 24-26. I found out about it a few weeks ago, when I got my recent issue in the mail. I have finally talked my husband into letting me go, and I CAN NOT WAIT! I have never been but I hear there is a little bit of everything... antiques, crafts, seminars, etc. If you are interested here is a link to the management company's website.Stella Show Management: Country Living Fair 2010If you ... Read More about Country Living Magazine Fair 2010
Customizing A Nursery
Well, today I'm being a little lazy...I think I'm still recovering from my vacation! I decided I would share some ideas I had for my second daughters nursery. These pictures were taken a little over two years ago, in our last house, but I think I can describe everything I did. I am not a traditionalist when it comes to nurseries and I like them to flow with the rest of my house. I knew I was having a girl and all the bedding I liked was really expensive. At the time, we were living in ... Read More about Customizing A Nursery
Customizing a Nursery
Well, today I'm being a little lazy...I think I'm still recovering from my vacation! I decided I would share some ideas I had for my second daughters nursery. These pictures were taken a little over two years ago, in our last house, but I think I can describe everything I did. I am not a traditionalist when it comes to nurseries and I like them to flow with the rest of my house. I knew I was having a girl and all the bedding I liked was really expensive. At the time, we were living in ... Read More about Customizing a Nursery
Pantry Remodel: Finding Space
I don't know if you feel the same way, but I always feel like I need more storage! Last year, when we were remodeling the kitchen, we had to cut a hole in the pantry to get behind the wall with the stove. Our pantry is located under the stairs, but it was only a reach-in. The original dimensions were 22" deep and 34" wide. So, while my husband was out of town I decided to "remodel" our pantry.I tore out the shelves and drywall, and here's what I was left with. I knew I would need more light, ... Read More about Pantry Remodel: Finding Space