Before and After

20 Mar 2014

A Whimsical Bubble Gum Pink Bookshelf and Dresser

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A book shelf and small dresser get a fresh new look in bubble gum pink, perfect for a little girl’s room.

6 Mar 2014

A Cozy Country Cottage Kitchen Tablescape & Treasures Magazine

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Hi All, Today I have some exciting news from my little corner of NC. A few months ago I was approached by a writer doing a piece for Treasures Magazine. She found my blog online and wanted to feature my … Continued

19 Feb 2014

Organize In Style With Creatively Upcycled Coat Racks and Towel Racks

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Howdy Fellow Blog Land Friends! After weeks of cold weather, snow and ice and being cooped up inside I am giddy over having a couple of nice sunny days in the 60’s. Yesterday the mercury climbed up to 68! Whoohoo! … Continued

6 Feb 2014

Before and After: A Roadside Find Shabby to Chic Table Makeover

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A before and after story of a roadside side table. See an old table get a new shabby chic look with a little paint and creativity.

6 Nov 2013

Decorating and Crafting With Vintage Cook Books

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Hi All, I hope you all had a wonderful Halloween last week! We had a nice time. Every year my siblings bring their kiddies over and Trick or Treating becomes a family event. I look forward to it. The weather cooperated … Continued

24 Oct 2013

More Upcycled Lighting : A Couple Of Thift Store Chandelier Makeovers

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Hi All, Today I would like to share with you a couple of projects I have recently completed. I love working with old lighting fixtures. A couple of months ago I bought quite a few old brass chandeliers at some … Continued

7 Oct 2013

Creative Lighting Project: An Upcycled Bait Basket Pendant Light

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An Old Metal Bait Cage Gets a New Life As A Cool Pendant Light. Happy October Blogland Friends! Today I wanted to share with you a quick and easy project I just completed. I found this old vintage bait basket at … Continued

25 Sep 2013

A Cool Mid Century Modern Night Stand Makeover, Good Bye Grandma..Hello Gorgeous!

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A Thrift Store Mid Century Mod Nightstand Gets a New Look with Blue and Silver Paint Hello Blog Land Buddies! Happy Fall Y’all! I am so happy to have Autumn finally here! For the past week or so it has … Continued

27 Aug 2013

Before and After: Upcycled Vintage Doll Cradles

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A Pair of Vintage Doll Cradles Get A Shabby to Chic Makeover Hi All, Today was the first day of school for my kiddies. I can’t believe summer is on its way out so soon. I have noticed Fall Decor popping up in … Continued