Tips For Navigating Round Top Antiques Week For Newbies or if You Only Have One Day! Another event has come and gone. Round Top Antiques Week has become a living breathing thing. It is growing faster than a toddler blows through clothes. As I walked my familiar haunts this year I noticed changes, some subtle and some loud. I suppose if it was your first venture you wouldn't know any difference, but I have been making the bi-annual jaunt for over ten years now. While some things have changed ... continue reading...
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My Favorite Neutral Rug Choices
I am about to say four words that are hard to let loose...I made a mistake. It's true. When I picked the rug in our living room about four years ago I made a bad choice. I was all in love with it's bog loopy texture and slightly modern feel. But this rug was all wrong for us. We actually live life in this room. My husband works out on this rug every day. (you can see a glimmer of it's original glory in this section that was hidden under the couch...) It gets some massive wear and tear. ... continue reading...
Black & White Pumpkin DIY
I'm going to be totally honest with y'all today. Well, I always am but today might not be the pretty kind of honest. I'm sharing how to make these adorable black and white pumpkins that go with the whole books and pages theme I have going on at my house for fall. They are messy to make, but that isn't the ugly part of this post. The truth is I am struggling sharing this silly little DIY with you. I have been in a funk. My main thoughts have been what does it matter? What does it matter that ... continue reading...
Homemade Mini Cloche
This quick and easy homemade mini cloche will have you doin' fancy decorating in no time! You only need three things to complete this little project that packs a punch. Mini Cloche Supply List: (the following are affiliate links which means should you purchase something I will make a small commission, your price stays exactly the same!) Glasses Glue Old (or new) hardware Simply apply a small amount of glue to the know and press in place on the bottom of your glass. Allow to dry ... continue reading...
Lazy Layers – The Quick Way To Add Age To Furniture
Today I am sharing a lazy furniture tip on how to add age to furniture quickly. The truth is it's been a crazy few weeks around here. My mom had surgery and the recovery was less than smooth. I am thrilled to say she has turned the corner and doing MUCH better now! I was fortunate enough to spend over a week with her to help out. We all thought she would be better quicker and when that didn't happen we rolled with the punches. This week has been a good lesson in the fact that things change, they ... continue reading...
DIY Aged Barnwood
Everywhere you look aged chippy wood is the farmhouse rage. But we don't all live in the country, with easy access to old barns full of beautifully aged barnwood. I have a solution for you! This summer I had so much fun attending the Haven conference in Atlanta. Haven is a weekend packed to the brim with creative classes and education for DIY bloggers...plus it's just a fun way for all of us to get together in real life. It is made clear if you're headed to Haven you should bring an extra ... continue reading...
DIY Chalkboard Placemat
DIY Chalkboard Placemats Hi dear friends! Today I have a fun fall tour for you...complete with mantels, wreaths, tablescapes, free printables and porches! It rolls out all week. Not to mention my DIY chalkboard placemats. When I was young teachers would send kids outside to bang chalkboard erasers as a form of punishment. I never really got how that was punishment! Everything about a chalkboard was mesmerizing to me. Getting to write your name or an answer on the big ... continue reading...
Books and Pages Fall Farmhouse Tour With A Free Printable
Hi friends! Welcome to fall. I know it's not official yet, but I wanted to be the first to welcome you in! Fall is my very favorite time of year. The entire essence of the season speaks my language. Snuggly, cozy, cuddle up with a good book and your favorite people while sipping hot chocolate by a dreamy fire has to sound good to you too..am I right? I wanted to bring that cozy feel to life through a farmhouse books and pages inspired fall theme. Really it's all about friendship. Fall brings ... continue reading...
Decisions I Make That I Shouldn’t
When I flip through the pages of my favorite magazines my mind does a lot of things. First my eyes soak in the beautiful photographs of perfectly styled homes. Next, I inspect the pictures to see what elements I have in my own home, or wish I did. Most of the time I simply resolve to the fact that my home will never look as magazine worthy as the spaces adorning the pages of the latest issue of Southern Living. For starters I decide the rooms featured must all come from professionally ... continue reading...
Flatware Storage Box to Hot Chocolate Station
Old silver flatware storage boxes show up at garage sales and flea markets all the time. They can be made over for a ton of different uses...remote control storage, catch-all box, craft supplies, the list could go on. Today I am flipping one of the flatware boxes into a cozy hot chocolate station! Joining me are a few other friends who love a trash to treasure makeover like I do. We are bringing you some junkin' inspiration Fall style! I hope you will take a minute to check out their ... continue reading...
