Spray paint is a great way to update decor items. Inexpensive & so EASY to do. *There are no rules when painting – as you can see in the finished square flower pot, spraying lighter towards the top made a gradation look since the original color was light. Local hardware stores Home Depot, Lowes & Ace […]
The BIG Craft Giveaway!
Here are the craft supplies from FrugElegance- We are giving away these amazing supplies: 4 Classic Leather We R Memory Keeper 4×4” Albums – 1 Metallic Gold, 2 Coral & 1 Greige (*$4.99-$14.99 each depending on color & store) 1 Darice Embossing Folder – Honeycomb Pattern, *$4.99 1 AC Cardstock Package -12 Pink Cards & […]
Backyard Living & Outdoor Home Decor
Outdoor Home Decor- Big or small backyard there’s lots of ways to make your space fabulous. Lots of little touches that make a big statement. Come take a look at some of our favorite features of our backyard where we love to spend lots of time & love to entertain. This long side yard was […]
Red, White and Blue-Berries!
Nothing like a Farmer’s Market to give some inspiration to make a new Patriotic Dessert for July 4th, using these gorgeous Berries- Melt white chocolate chips in the microwave. After melted, stir in red sugar (the kind you would sprinkle on sugar cookies). It looks so pretty mixed into the white chocolate! Dip the Strawberries, […]
DIY – Half Wine Barrel Beverage Tub, adding wheels
Bought these half barrels in Napa a few years ago & love them for outdoor parties! They are great beverage holders (cans & bottles)! Ray, our trusted handyman, took on the project to put wheels on. Just adding wheels directly to the bottom of the barrel is not an option because the wood panels can […]
Wine Barrel Beverage Tub – outdoor parties
Half Wine Barrels are great as planters but here’s another option- As beverage tubs for backyard parties. I bought 4 half wine barrels in Napa a few years ago & love the way they look filled with the cans & bottles. Can’t get to Napa? There are some great online options to compare Half Wine […]
Guest Post on Maybe She Made It
Which material did we choose? What did we make?? Go check it out at Mabeyshemadeit.com where we are guest posting today! Can’t or don’t like to sew? No problem because this is NO-Sew and super easy to make ….. (go see what it is)
Kid’s Summer Activities: English Muffin Pizzas & Play time
Kid’s Summer Activities: English Muffin Pizzas & Play Time -Need some awesome ideas to keep your kids busy this summer? Here’s an activity that makes meal time fun & creative! This is perfect for lunch or dinner time… Outdoors or indoors… And great for all ages!! You can use paper plates for a quick & […]
Summer Home Decor
Just adding a few simple touches can bring a little summer into your home. Our favorites: sand, seashells, starfish & coral pieces. Reuse glass containers all year round & change what you fill inside with items from the different seasons. Now, filled with sand & shells~ reminds us of our many family summers at the […]
Wine Bottle Plant Waterer –
Those watering globes were not working for me. They’re too small & a total pain to clear the soil, from the narrow neck, when you need to refill with more water. A wine bottle, decorated or not is a great way to self water. I went on a 4 day trip & came back to […]
