Before and After

2 Sep 2012

Decorating a Country Cottage Summer Porch

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Hi All, Since Labor Day is upon us I figured there was no time like the present to share some photos of my Summer Porch before it is no longer Summer! I have had these pics for quite awhile but … Continued

15 May 2012

Confederate Jasmine and Thrifty Finds

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Hi All, Spring is in full swing here in eastern North Carolina but summer seems to be trying to move in this week. I woke up this morning to a sticky humid mess of a day. Needless to say the windows were … Continued

5 Apr 2012

Decorating On a Budget…A Thrift Store Frame Makeover

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Decorating on a budget? See how this thrift store frame makeover gives an old frame a new look and learn how to do it yourself!

17 Mar 2012

Staging To Live… Decorating A Colorful Beach Condo Part 2

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A before and after tour of a colorful beach condo perfect for a relaxing weekend by the sea. Full of bright colors and whimsy this condo is cheerful.

1 Mar 2012

Staging To Live… Decorating A Colorful Beach Condo Part 1

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Hi All, Well, March has finally arrived! I am sure many of you are ready to say Goodbye to winter and are beginning to dream about green grass, birds singing and flowers blooming. Even though we have had a very … Continued

1 Feb 2012

A Kitchen Display Cabinet …This One Is For The Birds!

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Learn how to turn an ordinary kitchen cabinet into a Country display piece, perfect for showing off your favorite dishes!

23 Jan 2012

Creating A “New” Pantry From Recycled Doors

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Hi All, So, another busy week has gone by. I am happy top say that with a few unexpected time off from work I was able to finish a project that was started months ago. Whoowee! So…. what happens when … Continued

5 Jan 2012

A New Year…New Beginnings and Looking Forward

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Hi Everyone, I hope you all had a wonderful Holiday season and New Year! To be honest I am happy Christmas is over. I grew weary of rushing around like a chicken without a head and feeling STRESSED. New Year’s … Continued

2 Dec 2011

Crafting A Christmas Wreath From Old Book Pages

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Hi Everyone, I have been taking a little break from blogging because I have been running like a mad woman working, visiting family for Thanksgiving and getting ready for Christmas. Today I thought I would make a quick stop in … Continued