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Category Archives: greatest hits : sneak peek
building a screen door
Remember this post when I talked about building a screen door? We finisssshhhed…. And I couldn’t love it more. Jamin … read more
crossing over: to the light side in decor
subtitle: while leaving our dining room furniture unscathed. Over the last year, I’ve really finished off some of those “corners” … read more
wooden numbers : a quickie
I have this obsession with anything vintage, and I go gaga for anything vintage industrial. via iones attic and lately, … read more
handmade wooden letters : a simpler edition.
Did you guys happen to catch this post from last week? I thought I’d post a really quick alternate finishing option. … read more
bedroom refresher
Our bedroom transformation has been a gradual process. It’s come a long way since we first got married: we started … read more
DIY : handmade letters
Remember this post? The one with the beautiful assortment of different ABC’s on the wall? I was totally inspired to … read more
a fresh produce basket vamp-up
Last week I was on the search for a cheapo fake-o wooden crate to go in the space above our … read more
DIY : painting your fridge with chalkboard paint
Here we go. So I guess you could say I needed something small to break myself in for this weekend. … read more
1 coaster 2 ways : a simple how to.
Really long, unrelated side note: I made this little photo at the top: an easy photo-shoppy combo of the two … read more
DIY : a hand stitched felt mobile
WHEW! It’s been a little bit of a crazy, slightly unproductive week for myself with a sick little one. We … read more
DIY : a simple baby shower gift
Need a gift for that baby shower you’re attending this weekend? Or something unique for a housewarming party? OR for … read more
framing a large envelope & a nod to simpler times
I think I’ve probably touched on this before, but once upon a time, when I spied this article in southern … read more
Framed: a how-to on striped frames {DIY}
The walls of the average home are the most forgotten, yet one of the most important elements of a space. They … read more
a painting tutorial : the basics and a how-to on tea stains
I wrote this post a looooooonnnngggg time ago. And I thought I would give ‘er an old revamp, and post … read more
how sweet it is : a simple painting project
In the grand spirit that is Valentine’s day, I decided to share a simple craft for you, for those of … read more
a hand-made play kitchen
I hope everyone had a fabulous christmas, filled with a wonderful, meaningful time with family and friends. I personally, am … read more
caped crusaders to the rescue
Need a unique, last minute gift idea for that special child (or maybe even random third stepchild twice removed who will … read more
a play space reveal
I’m really excited about this room: A play space I helped a friend of mine redo. Remember this post? This … read more
Christmas Mantel : a DIY advent garland
I love decorating. {Duh.} And Christmas is fun and everything, but it can be a bit of a two sided … read more
DIY modpodge : my own quirky take on things
Whenever I get the Pottery Barn Kids catalog in the mail, (or any catalog for that matter) I’m always taking … read more
DIY : how to make your own framed magnet boards
So, ever since I did a post on our new playspace, OODLES of you have asked me how on earth … read more
DIY pirate boat + pirate costumes :: ARGH!
SO, I know Halloween was last night. But I decided to take some pics of a boat building process in … read more