This was done on a teeny tiny shoestring.  I only spent about $100.00 on accessories to complete my look - including things like a sidetable, lamps, votives, planter, aluminum bin, etc.  I had already made the window treatments and quilt,  I just worked on finishing touches.  I am really happy with ...

Looking through several DIY magazines this holiday, I was inspired to organize my crafting area a bit.  I found this little thing at a thrift store for $4, and decided it would be perfect for organizing ribbon, trims, buttons, etc. Obviously it needed a little love. SO I  removed the little ...

Good morning!  Today my good friend Laura is here to share with us a quick and easy redo for a canvas bag.  I actually saw one really similar to her finished product in a catalog the other day!  Also a reader, Pam, inquired about the candy canes on the banner of my  blog - the tutorial to make them ...

Blooming Deer Pillow $88.00 Hello!  Here I am with another project inspired by something I saw while perusing my Anthro catalog that just came in the mail. I liked it because it is seasonal, but not so literally Christmas.  I commissioned my talented hubby to draw the pattern for the ...

so you know, some crafty people aren't always the neatest people.  I fall into that category for sure.  I LIKE things neat...I'm just too busy using the right side of my brain to have to worry about structure and organization.  BUT the fact of the matter is...I am happier when everything is in it's ...

Janie and Jack is a lovely Children's clothing store. I always love to go in and browse when I visit Orlando. Of course, like everything else I like, it is very expensive.  Sometimes you can find a good sale, but I often want what is in season now. This year they have the cutest Halloween ...

Before I introduce my guest, I wanted to let all the previous guests know that I am now so techno-savvy that you can get a button from the Guests page - something fun to decorate your blog with! Now on with the good stuff... Today I am super-excited to share a guest post with you from Mrs. ...

Well it is time for me to begin planning miss Charlotte's birthday party. I asked her for any ideas - she said "RED!" Hmmmmmmm..... Then I was so inspired by this post on Hostess with the Mostess - Woodland Fairies Birthday Party. Perfect - it incorporates the color RED (toadstools), and ...

there is an element of fun.... Ah, Mary Poppins. Don't we all sometimes long for your sweet optimistic attitude toward daily chores? I'll admit it frankly- I am not the best housekeeper.  Now, I try - and I have gotten better - there are just many other things I would rather be doing and I ...

Hello!  I hope you had a lovely holiday weekend.  We certainly did ;)  This week I am going to be sharing some projects and recipes that I have been making lately - they are from some books that I have acquired recently. Today I will begin with: I don't know how you feel about Martha - I ...

I am excited to say that I have my first free downloadable (is that a word?) pattern for you! Now, I know that this shirt is kind of girly...so if you have a boy, you could substitute the seashell for a cute crab or fish. Let's get started! You will need: A plain t-shirt that fits your ...

Ok- if you have never taken the time to shine your sink- today is your day! One of my favorite resources for cleaning tips is www.flylady.com. She has lots of simple tips for helping us clean without getting overwhelmed. Here is her guide (slightly modified by me) to shining your sink- I do this ...