These days, nothing is safe from the threat of me spray painting it. Let’s count up this summer’s victims projects; two tension rod lamps, two picture frames, two kitchen bar stools a five piece patio set and now this desk. Yikes! Jesse and I keep joking that hopefully the weather will cool off soon andContinue reading “Vintage School Desk Revamp”
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Thrift Store Art Project
We needed “Art” or something for the wall in our dining area. My first thought was to do a mini gallery wall, but then I was inspired by the “Make Art” piece I found on Polyvore. I wanted to make something with a fun quote and hang it on the wall. But what exactly? IContinue reading “Thrift Store Art Project”
Dining Room Part 1 – Getting Started
I am soooooo excited! This weekend we began updating our dining area. I started by finally, FINALLY ordering some imitation Eames Eiffel chairs. I have been absolutely lusting after these chairs for about a year now. I adore Herman Miller and Eames, but it’s just too spendy for this workin’ mom. Meh, no one exceptContinue reading “Dining Room Part 1 – Getting Started”
Patio Furniture Revamp
I spotted this worn out meal patio set at an estate sale and fell in love with the mid-century feel of it. I knew it had potential, so I purchased it for about $50. This summer, I finally (yay!!) had a chance to update it with a coat of paint and new seat cushions. IContinue reading “Patio Furniture Revamp”
Small Bathroom Makeover
I really wish I had “Before” pictures to share of our tiny bathroom. When we moved in several years ago, the bathroom was the epitome of post-war ranch decor, with pepto pink tile half way up the walls. The small space was lit by a dreary fluorescent light above the sink and there was alsoContinue reading “Small Bathroom Makeover”