Crafting An Upcycled Medicine Cabinet
27 Sep 2012

Crafting An Upcycled Medicine Cabinet

by | posted in: Before and After, Cottage Decorating, Furniture Makeovers, Shabby to Chic Makeovers | 2

Learn how to create a “new” medicine cabinet by upcycling an old thrift store wooden crate, chicken wire and vintage fabric.

Confederate Jasmine and Thrifty Finds
15 May 2012

Confederate Jasmine and Thrifty Finds

by | posted in: Before and After, Cottage Decorating, Cottage Gardening, Yard Sales and Thrifty Finds | 0

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

Decorating On a Budget…A Thrift Store Frame Makeover
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!

Creating A “New” Pantry From Recycled Doors
23 Jan 2012

Creating A “New” Pantry From Recycled Doors

by | posted in: Before and After, Cottage Decorating, Furniture Makeovers, Shabby to Chic Makeovers | 3

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

Flea Market Style Design…New Cottage Chic Kitchen Chairs
14 Oct 2011

Flea Market Style Design…New Cottage Chic Kitchen Chairs

by | posted in: A Vintage Home, Before and After, Cottage Decorating, Design Projects, Furniture Makeovers, Shabby to Chic Makeovers | 19

A set of thrift store chairs get a romantic update perfect for a cottage style kitchen.

A Budget Friendly Cottage Dining Room Redesign..The Big Reveal!
7 Jul 2011

A Budget Friendly Cottage Dining Room Redesign..The Big Reveal!

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This cottage style dining room makeover was created using handmade and vintage items, creating a cozy room for family to gather on special occasions.

Extreme Makover! Thrift Store Diningroom Chairs Edition!
31 May 2011

Extreme Makover! Thrift Store Diningroom Chairs Edition!

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Hi Everyone, I have been very busy the past few weeks working on projects. I am in the midst of a design project and planning a huge yard sale but I wanted to take a few minutes to share my … Continued

A Simple Home Staging On A Shoestring Budget
2 May 2011

A Simple Home Staging On A Shoestring Budget

by | posted in: Cottage Decorating, Furniture Makeovers, Home Staging Projects | 10

Howdy Folks! Its been a couple of weeks since my last post and I apologize. I have been very busy working and just haven’t had a moment to sit and write. Today I would like to take you on a … Continued

Crafting With Old Book Pages
4 Apr 2011

Crafting With Old Book Pages

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Happy Monday Everyone! So, I’ve noticed in blogland that many people are finding new uses for old book pages. Old books,  sheet music and vintage pages seem to IN right now. Ballard Designs is actually selling old books tied up with string. … Continued

Decorating With Collectibles and Flea Market Finds
18 Feb 2011

Decorating With Collectibles and Flea Market Finds

by | posted in: A Vintage Home, Cottage Decorating | 3

If you are a fan of cottage style decorating like me than you probably have acquired a multitude of odds and ends that could be considered a collection. Every time you are out hunting and pecking through tag sales and … Continued