Auctions 101: How to Decorate Your Home and Spend Less

Filed Under: Find IT For Less, Projects, Unexpected Finds

I have talked about auctions a few times in the past, but I thought it would be a good idea to share some of the ways you can use auctions to save money on things for your home. If you have read my blog for any length of time, you know that I love going to auctions! Some of you have probably never been to one and it can be intimidating and overwhelming. BUT, I want to clear up a misconceptions about auctions: **Some of you might think they are filled with old or used "junk" that someone ... Read More about Auctions 101: How to Decorate Your Home and Spend Less

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Thank You!!

Filed Under: Encouragement

First, I want to say THANK YOU! This little break has been such a blessing. I have recieved some of the nicest and most heartfelt emails/comments from many of you. I want you to know I appreciate each and every one...You are the BEST!! With that said, I am SO ready to come back. I have been doing some much needed updating in my living room this past week (now that the kids are back to school). This room had stripes on the walls and while I still love a good stripe, it wasn't working with ... Read More about Thank You!!

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Letting GO

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As most of you probably know (from social media) I spent this last weekend in Atlanta at the Haven Conference. It was an amazing weekend, filled with hugs, laughter, camaraderie and passion. Passion for our profession (Yes, blogging is a profession...I can't believe I just said that!) and passion for our readers. I had an amazing time but it was exhausting... very little sleep leading up to it and not a whole lot while I was there. The one thing I noticed was NO one and NONE of the ... Read More about Letting GO

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Painting Fabric with Chalk Paint {video tutorial}

Filed Under: DIY, Projects, Tutorials, Video Tutorials

Wooohoo...It's Friday, which means Sara is sharing another awesome and super quick tutorial! Check out how she has been transforming all the outdated fabric in her home. ;) Episode 1: Welcome Episode 2: Mixing Chalk Paint Episode 3: Prep Work for Chalk Paint Episode 4: 7 Tips for Using Chalk Paint Episode 5: How to Apply Wax to Chalk Paint Episode 6: How to Dry Brush Episode 7: Distress Paint with Vaseline Episode 8: Weathered Look with Paint Episode 9: Safety Tips Episode 10: Wax Paper ... Read More about Painting Fabric with Chalk Paint {video tutorial}

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{my version of} Ice Dyeing

Filed Under: Craft, Projects, Tutorials

Last week I stumbled upon a post about ice dyeing. Honestly, I had never even heard of this before. It looked pretty easy and the results were beautiful. Unfortunately, the one store I went to only had liquid dye (powdered dye was suggested), so I changed up the tutorial sightly...but I think the results come out great! :) Here's what I used: liquid Rit dye and a pre-made pillow cover from the craft store, ice and a blow dryer. ... Read More about {my version of} Ice Dyeing

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