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My Obsession with Pillows

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Awhile back, a friend shared this tweet with me and asked if it reminded me of anyone…

 

If you listen to Instagram stories, almost every single person talks about their “obsessions.” They’re obsessed with a new lipstick, outfit, shoes and the list goes on and on.  Well, in all honesty, I do not think it’s a real obsession unless they are hiding their crap in the back of their car, a closet or some secret compartment in an ottoman.  If they are… then it just may be a real honest to goodness obsession!

Now, we are going to see if my husband actually reads this little blog because if he does the gig is up! Today I am sharing my obsession with pillows and it may be a real obsession. Husband of mine, you may want to stop reading at this point!

My Obsession with Pillows

I feel like my love of pillows is a fairly new thing for me.  It probably started a few years back at Christmas time.  I mean have you seen some of the fabulous pillow designs around the holidays?  I really think that is where this all began and it has since spiraled into other holidays and seasons.  It is so easy to change the look of a room with a few pillows.

Let’s start with my most recent purchase.  If I’m being totally honest, I order this months ago but it was on backorder and I kind of forgot about it until it showed up on my doorstep yesterday.

Painted Fox darling pillow

If you are wondering what this is, it is my hidden loot.  I have four Holiday pillows stored in my ottoman.  Next year, when I start to decorate for Christmas, can someone please remind me that they are in there?  You know I am going to forget!

GoodWill credenza and DIY Shelving

Yes, there are several pillows inside my Goodwill Credenza.  This piece is great for hiding/storing extra pillows. I also have my Fall pillows stored in my closet.

Adding pops of green in a neutral bedroom

Since my oldest son has graduated and moved out, I redid his room.  It’s probably a little more my style now than his, hence the green decorative pillow.  I will share more on his old room in the next few weeks.

More Homegoods Pillows

This is another bedroom revamp,  I added these decorative pillows to all white bedding to finish off the look.  I will share this room in a few weeks as well.

Decorative Pillows

Adding blush pillows to a grey family room

I added blush pillows to the family room recently.  I thought there would be some push back on the color choice. Either no one has noticed or they really do not care.  I think this room transforms the most by changing out the pillows.  Apparently, I am the only one…still no comment from the other members of this household.  Maybe that is why I keep buying pillows…no one notices!

Pillows add softness to the Kitchen

This pillow on my bench in the kitchen is one of my favorites and has been around for several years.  I really like the texture of it.   It is very reminiscent of the Magnolia line of pillows minus the cost. The pillows in my office are also similar to the Magnolia line as well.  I picked them up at HomeGoods for a great price.

A magnolia market dupe found at Homegoods

It’s a good dupe isn’t it?

I added a few new pillows to the sunroom and kept my favorite whale pillow. Charlie is always laying up against it.

Sunroom Pillow from Homegoods

Adding whimsy with pillows

and lastly,

Hiding my extra pillows in my Ikea Ektorp Ottoman

more hidden pillows.

Current Count:45

Until Next Time,

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My Scores at the Thrift Store and More

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I’m back this week to share some more of my scores from the thrift store.  This weeks finds come from Goodwill, of course, and a  local antique and consignment shop. I think I will start with my Goodwill treasure.  As soon as a saw it, I knew I had to have it and it was worth every dollar, all 4 of them to be exact!

White enamel pot from Goodwill

Thrift Shop Scores

I am obsessed with this white enamel pot. The lid slides into a locked position and it is actually a strainer. My husband took one look at it and said, ” Oh good, you’re making pasta tonight.” I said, “I bought it because it looks good on the stove and no, we are not having spaghetti tonight.”    This baby cleaned up nicely and yes I will use it for more than just a pretty prop on the stovetop…just not today.

enamel pot with stainer lid from Goodwill

 I am thinking it will be a pretty prop for a few more days!

White enamel pot from Goodwill

In this photo the following items are from Goodwill:

  • The bread board behind the wreath above the cooktop
  • The white enamel pot
  • The pizza-board on the counter
  • The Hearth and Hand  White Enamel Hot Cocoa Pot
  • The white pot holding the faux greenery (faux greenery is from IKEA)

The next item came from a local antique shop.  This thing took over 4 weeks to get home due to the size of it. The shop owner and I tried every which way to fit it into my car but it was a no go.  Luckily for me, a dear friend was able to put this monster in her suburban. I must say, a few people were skeptical when they saw it before I cleaned it up.  Here she is…

vintage Bell Telephone wooden ladder

A few things about this ladder,

  1. It’s from the old Bell telephone company.
  2. The shop owner said it was 10 feet tall.
  3. I didn’t measure it.
  4. My ceiling is 11 feet tall.
  5. The ladder is actually closer to 13 feet tall.
  6. I discovered this when I tried to fit it into the room.
  7. My husband trimmed the excess from the top and bottom of the ladder so it would fit.

I will do an extra post on the before and after of this ladder and show you how I am going to style it.  I was excited to share it today though.

Also, notice the little canvas bag on the small table on the hearth.  I picked it up at another vintage/consignment shop.  To me, it is one of those items that is kind of ugly and unique but I find it charming.

Brown Canvas bag used as a vessel for flowers

I can’t remember if I shared it before but the table is a Goodwill find, it was actually a Target Salvage.

The last item I am sharing, is a small, round wooden bread board.  It came from the same vintage/consignment shop as the “charming” canvas bag. I love this little shop.  It is only open the first weekend of every month.  It is always exciting to go and see what new and unique things they have.

Using a small breadboard for dimension against the white

I am loving the wood against all the white.  I love the dimension it adds!

Decorating with a vintage Bread Board

Oops, I lied…one more thing to share that I picked up at the same shop.  It’s not vintage or used, two of my favorite things but I still wanted it!

Lovely door mat

Someone in the neighborhood walked by as I was standing on my front porch taking this photo.  Yep, that was me, the crazy lady taking pictures of my doormat with my feet in the photo to be relevant on instagram. Any who, that is the latest installment of all my thrift shop scores and more.  I hope you enjoyed seeing my treasures.

Until Next Time,

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GoodWill Hunting

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Hello friends! Today, I am sharing some of my finds from my GoodWill Hunting trip. The most common question I am asked is, “How do you manage to find so many things when I can’t find anything?”  The answer is simple, you have to go often.  I go almost daily.  Yep, that’s right.  I go to Goodwill almost every single day during the week.   I am usually in and out in less than 15 minutes. Today, I hit up two Goodwills and didn’t find a single thing. That is just the way it goes sometimes.

A lot of people do not understand my obsession with Goodwill shopping or any thrift shopping for that matter but it’s just my thing.  I know what you must be thinking since I go almost every day…she must have a ton of crap all over her house or she must be a hoarder.  You will be happy to know, that is not the case.  I may be a drawer stuffer but my house is actually pretty organized.  I like everything to be in its place.  When I go to bed at night, my home is always in order.  I  can’t stand waking up to a messy kitchen. I just feel like my day starts off right if it begins organized.  It’s the same way with the throws and pillows on my sofas.  They have to be fluffed and neat when I head up to bed at night. It’s how I function. Now the garage…that’s another story…  I can’t wait to get it organized again…just waiting on some warm weather before I tackle that mess! The other thing I try to do a few times a month is donate items that we don’t use, want or need any longer.

GoodWill Hunting

O.k. on to my Goodwill Hunting finds.  First up, is this sweet little wicker basket that I found for $4.  I was on the fence about it and when I’m usually on the fence about an item it ends up being one of my most treasured finds.  First of all it was filthy and I mean gross filthy!  Once I got it home, it went straight into my laundry sink and under some hot running water until the water ran clean.  Then I sat it outside to dry.

Spring Refresh with Faux Floral and a Goodwill Basket

Goodwill Basket with sprigs of greenery and Magnolia Branches

I love the shape of it, high in the back and swooped down in the front.  I am so glad I picked it up.  She cleaned up nicely!

Also, all the white dishes and pottery were gathered from all my GoodWill Hunting trips.

Second Hand Shopping

Lately, I have been having a love affair with the color green. I revamped my oldest son’s room and added touches of green.(I have a post coming up soon)  I remembered that I had picked up a pair of vintage flower frogs from Goodwill for a $1.50 so I pulled those out.

Vintage Metal Floral frogs used as a photo holder

I repurposed the vintage flower frog into a photo holder.

My last Goodwill Hunting treasure for today is this little black lamp.

Goodwill Metal Lamp

metal lamp with removal head from Goodwill

I absolutely adore this lamp.  Yes, it has a few dings but that adds character!  I love how the actual light is hanging on the hook and you can remove it.  It is just such a neat piece.  Love, love, love it!

Maybe, I will take you with me on one of my GoodWill Hunting Trips.

Until Next Time,

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A Round-Up of my Favorite Goodwill and Thrifted Treasures

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It is no secret that I am obsessed with Goodwill and thrift shopping.  So much so that for my birthday, my husband asked me what I wanted and my response was nothing but silence from him when I carried in my hauls from Goodwill.  A few days later, I had to clarify that his agreement to this request was not just for the day of my birthday but for a lifetime. I think it was a win/win for both of us! I am also keeping up my end of the deal that when something new comes in something old must leave the house…I always drop something off at Goodwill, even if it’s someone else’s belongings!

Goodwill Favorites

There are so many things that I adore about Goodwill and thrift shopping.  I love looking through all the discarded items that were once loved by someone else.  I enjoy thinking about how they were once used.  I like that the inventory is constantly changing. The deals are incredible and I like finding one of a kind items.  I also like finding items that appear to be past their prime and breathing new life into them.  I always get that spark of excitement when I pull into the lot, eager to see what is waiting to be found.

I thought it would be fun to do a round-up of some of my favorite treasures and how I incorporated them into our home.

Pottery Barn desk chair found at Goodwill

This is my most recent Goodwill treasure.  I paid a whopping $15 for this Pottery Barn desk chair.  It is in great shape, just a few nicks and scratches on the wood frame. If you look above the piano, you can see another thrift store favorite.  This shelf which is actually from an old buffet side table is flipped upside down. I think we paid $10 for it years ago.

Goodwill creamy ivory, soft, crocheted throw

The crocheted soft, creamy throw comes for Goodwill for the bargain price of $2.  I always look for crocheted throws or embroidery linens. I just toss them into to the washing machine the minute I get home!

Decorating my Billy Bookcase with Thrifted finds

The mirror and the weather vane came from Goodwill and the green metal letter came from our local Barn Show which carries vintage and handmade items.

Poems from Shakespeare and Company in black iron frame

These black iron frames are reminiscent of something from the Magnolia line from Joanna Gaines. I added them to the shelves in my sitting room which you can read more about here.

Goodwill Candle Holder

I picked up two of these little candle holders for $2 and added them to my DIY shelves in my sitting room as well.

DIY shelves and a Goodwill Makeover

You can see the Goodwill finds here on my DIY shelves.  The cabinet is a $40 Goodwill find.  You can read more about it here.

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All of my white dishes and pottery come from Goodwill.  I use it to decorate my buffet and shelves and all my glass front cabinets in the kitchen. I have found some great pieces of white ironstone.

Decorating with Goodwill Treasures

Pinecone brass candle holders

Metal Golden Floral Candle Holder

Thrift Shop Candle Holder

Decorative Brass CandleHolder

Obviously, I have a little obsession with candle holders.  I have more but won’t share them all today.

Ladders and Lighting

Still one of my favorites…the teak boat ladder was a yard sale find.  Speaking of ladders, I bought a 10 foot vintage ladder which is still sitting at the store because it wouldn’t fit in my car! Yikes, I need to pick it up this week. I hope it is a glorious as I remember it to be! I will share it when and if I get it home.

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I still adore this golden beauty.  I have a ton of golden thrifted lovelies.  You can search “gold” in my search bar and look up more of my favorites.  I kind of went on a gold binge for a while.  I tend to get hooked on something and shop it like crazy, hence all the candle holders, gold items, mirrors, letters, the list goes on and on.  You get my point!

 

Christmas Mantel with pops of red

Excuse the Christmas photo but I love this picture with my yard sale chippy white frames! Yep, love them. If you got this far, thank you for sticking it out! I have sooooo many more goodies to share but I get the feeling we are all on overload!  Stay tuned for another post later this week where I will share some more of my favorite cheap treats!

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My Christmas Home 2017

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Here we are again.  Two and a half shopping days left until Christmas.  I am so happy that I am done and completely wrapped!  Today the hubs and I went to the mall and it felt so good to be able to enjoy the hustle and bustle of the other shoppers without any stress on us. We enjoyed a nice leisurely lunch, picked up a few odds and ends and came home. I actually like to shop for others and I tend to do it year round.  When I see something I think someone would enjoy, I pick it up and keep it hidden until Christmas. I also keep a running list of what I have purchased throughout the year in my journal.  Next year, I am going to wrap it when I buy it or so I tell myself!

Now on to the last tour of My Christmas Home. I hope you enjoy.  Today I will share our foyer and my home office.

My Christmas foyer with garland draping the front door and Santa there to greet you as you enter.

My front door wrapped in garland and lights.

These two tables flank the front door which is draped in garland. The gold bowl on the table is filled with vintage milk glass Christmas light bulbs and the Nutcracker is at least 25 years old, another oldie but a favorite.

Decorating for Christmas using Vintage Items

Decorating for Christmas with a vintage demijohn bottle

I picked up this vintage demijohns bottle at our local vintage/ antique Fair.  I usually have two feather trees on the foyer table but I wanted to do something different.  I sprayed some branches with white paint and added glittered snow while the paint was wet.  I then hung our personalized snowmen ornaments on the branches.  I have a personalized ornament for each family member and extended family member. I got this idea from my friend’s mom.  Her little tree was so adorable and I loved the idea and have been doing it ever since.  My mom started me off with my first three ornaments with our boys name on it.  Hallmark used to carry the snowmen ornaments but they haven’t had them in years so I search ebay whenever I need to add another new family member.

If you look closely at the banister, you can see another favorite of mine.  My mom bought me this Santa when I first got married.   Now he sits on the banister, he is one of the first things you see as you enter out foyer.  If I remember I will post a close up of him on instagram.

My Christmas Home

Banisters draped in garland with DIY Reindeers waiting for takeoff.

If you look in the right hand corner of the photo, you can see the DIY reindeer my dad made for me when I first moved out of my parents home into my first apartment. When my middle son was little he would climb on them to see if he could make them fly.  I miss those days!

I only took a few photos of my office.  It pretty much remains the same each year but I took photos of the new additions.

My home office decorated with a DIY flocked pencil Christmas tree

The pencil tree is the same one I used last year.  I bought it at Micheals for a steal.  It wasn’t the prettiest tree I have ever seen but I wanted something skinny and cheap!  This year I flocked it and I think it’s an improvement.  Although, I didn’t follow the directions for the flock, it turned out pretty well.  You were supposed to wet the tree and gently sift the snow while spraying  more water as the snow was falling.  I did that in the beginning but that grew old quickly. I did spray water on the tree then I tossed the snow in a thicker application followed by more water. Patience is not something I am very good with apparently.  I let this dry for several days before I attempted to carry it upstairs into my office. Yep, you read that correctly, I did this all inside.  In my defense, I did put a tarp down first!  Lastly, I cut up a feather boa from the craft store and placed the pieces on the branches for a snowy look and added some red berries.

Decorating my home office with Christmas throws and pillows

I added a few new Christmas throws and pillows to add a bit of brightness and cheer.  The other new item I bought was this fabulous green metal K.

Decorating my Billy Bookcase for Christmas

That wraps up the tour of My Christmas Home.  I truly love decorating for the Holiday Season and creating new memories with friends and family.  I hope you and your family enjoy the Holiday Season and Have a Merry Christmas!

A Recap and a Sneak Peek: Paris and Projects

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Hello all. It has been forever and a day since I have done a post.  I have started so many projects and have even completed a few.  I am trying to get myself organized and get back on track and keep you all updated on what I have been working on recently.

I feel like there has been so much going on around here.  My husband went on two golf trips which for me means…painting inside and not in the garage.  Nothing like painting furniture in the comfort of my home while watching repeats on HGTV.  I will post about these projects soon, I promise!

We also took a trip to Paris over Spring Break.  Perfection, that’s all I can say. I loved everything about being there. We rented an apartment for a week on the Isle of St. Louis which was centrally located and within walking distance to most sights and close to the metro.  One of the highlights for me was going to the Marche’ aux Puces…The Flea Markets.  Love at first sight! It was fabulous… all these little shops in alleyways, and tent like structures.  I could have spent several days browsing but felt lucky that my guys managed several hours walking aimlessly with me through all the wonderful vintage loveliness. I bought some handle for a tray that I will eventually get around to making… something similar to my Feasting Tray. 

Paris Flea Markets

Marche' aux puces

(Paris Flea Market)

View of the Eiffel Tower

Having a Cocktail with tow of my favorite guys in Paris

One of my son’s favorite spots was Shakespeare and Company.

The coziest bookstore with lots of history Shakespeare and Company

I have to say I loved this little spot as well.  It was the coziest little bookstore, a great place for book lovers  and aspiring writers.  My husband surprised me with a few gifts from there for Mother’s Day ( I will share more on that in a later post) which doesn’t include the books Gman and I purchased on one of our three trips there. We also stopped in and had breakfast at the little café next door the following morning.

We hit as many of the hot spots as we could cram into our week in Paris.  It was such a great trip!

Shortly after we flew home we traveled to our oldest son’s graduation from college.  I am still in shock that we are at this point in our lives.  We (mainly the boys not me) moved him out of his college apartment into his new apartment which lucky for me is close to us.  He has slowly been moving his things out of his bedroom here at home into his apartment as well.  I love that he can stop by for dinner or just visit at any time.

Graduation

Celebrating graduation

Within a few short months, we are only going to have our youngest at home with us. Our middle guy is heading off to finish his degree in August, so he will be moving out too. I am thankful that they will all still be pretty close to home! It won’t be the same though and the house is already feeling quiet.

This weekend we are going to have our families here for a celebration and a cook out which I am looking forward to a good time!

Projects in the Works

Now for a little sneak peek of a few of the projects I have been working on over the last few months.

Painting goodwill finds

Staining some wood and making a shelf

 This is the chaos I create when my husband is out of town.  I have completely revamped our master bedroom and the sitting room off of the master.  I have also worked on the Gman’s room by painting his furniture and adding a faux fireplace! I will share the plans for the faux fireplace and the finished project as well.

Goodwill and our local consignment shops have been good to me over the past few months.  I have picked up a lot of great pieces from furniture to mirrors and a lot of bits and pieces that helped pull things together. I was also able to pick up a few pieces for the outside.

Fingers crossed…next week I will share a bit more!  It’s good to be back.

Until Next Time,

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How to get the Fixer Upper Look by Adding Shiplap

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Hey everyone.

We are enjoying a Snow Day here and I am loving it!  I feel like we all needed a lazy day of sleeping in and relaxing!

How to Get the Fixer Upper Look with Shiplap

A few months ago, I shared some of my project goals for 2017 and today I am so happy to share one with you that I can now check off my list.   I drew inspiration from Bless’er House, I am obsessed with her Winter Mantel which includes shiplap.  Also, if you have been around here for a while, you know that I love all things Fixer Upper. So this is my version of the two.

Adding Fixer Upper Style with shiplap.

How to get the Fixer Upper Look by Adding Shiplap

I am obsessing over this transformation.  This is in my sitting room off of the master bedroom where I watch all of my guilty pleasures on t.v.  It is a small space but by adding the shiplap, it draws the eye up and makes the space feel large yet still cozy and comfy!

 

I have been dreaming of this project for months and couldn’t wait to get started. I measured and drew up the plans back in January and this past week, we (me and my boys) were able to pick up the wood that I needed at Home Depot.  This project ended up being quite simple (with the help of my boys).  The hardest part was finding wood that was not warped and bowed.  I still ended up going back to Home Depot two more times for that exact reason and I decided to change the width of the side boards after my oldest suggested it.  You can find the wood we used here and here.

Shiplap front and back sides of the wood.

The wood, which is pine, comes in different lengths and widths.  I choose the 8 inch wide by 6 feet in length.  My middle son cut the wood down to 54 inches in the length.  I ended up having the gentleman from Home Depot cut my 2 side pieces down to 74 inches for me.  After heading back and forth several times, it was getting late so it was just easier to have him cut it for me. If you look at the picture the wood has a groove making the shiplap look like 4 inch slats.  To me, it felt too busy so we flipped the wood over and used the solid back side that created an 8 inch slat.

prep work on shiplap pine boards

primed and painted shiplap

Since our weather has been so unpredictable lately, I laid a tarp down on our kitchen counter and primed and painted the boards in our kitchen. These are the things I get into when my husband is on his golf trip. Sometimes, I think it is less stressful for him NOT to see what I am doing with these projects until they are finished!

While the wood was drying, I marked the studs with painters tape so the shiplap had something to attach to. The rest moved very quickly.  My middle, BK, used my ryobi brad nailer to attach the wood slats to the walls where I couldn’t reach.  Once the first piece went up and was level, the rest was completed within 15 minutes.  Once the shiplap was up, I used liquid nail to attach the side pieces because there were no studs to attach them to. I also used the brad nailer but wanted to use the liquid nails as well to make sure it was attached securely. Lastly, I caulked everything, used wood putty on the nail holes, and added one last coat of paint.

Here is a before (sorry for the Christmas photo, I keep forgetting the before shots). I always use this room but have never loved it and never got around to doing anything with it.

Christmas tree in the master bedroom.

Here is my completed Fixer Upper Look!

Shiplap fireplace with faux greenery in glass jars

The shiplap came from Home Depot.

The primer was  Zinsser B-I-N from Home Depot.

The white paint we had on hand.

The glass jars came from HomeGoods.

The greenery came from Michaels.

The mirror I painted black and we had both on hand.

The little round stand came from Goodwill (I am thinking of painting the top white, no rush and I’m still undecided).

 

Adding Fixer Upper Style with Shiplap

I know I have said this before but now I think this is my favorite little spot and tonight I am going to be sitting here by the fire watching Fixer Upper!  Thanks for stopping by and enjoy the rest of your week!

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4 Tips for Painting Like a Pro

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On the blog we are fortunate to have a Guest Post by Erin Holdgate from Zillow Porchlight.  Today it’s all about painting, one of my favorite DIY’s for maximum impact.  Enjoy!

4 Tips for Paint Like a Pro

4 Tips for Painting Like a Pro
By Erin Holdgate
Paint packs a powerful punch in the world of do-it-yourself (DIY) home improvement, especially when it comes to transforming interiors. A well-executed paint job can rejuvenate a dull living room or revitalize a tired kitchen.

To turn your skills from DIY to pro-level, here are some tips from painting and home improvement professionals:

1. Do your prep work
Before you head to the store, remember that paint is only part of the project. The surfaces you will be painting need to be clean and dry before you get started. If you’re painting walls, fill holes left by screws and nails, and patch any cracks – a pristine surface gives you the best final results. Be sure to let spackle or other patches dry prior to painting to avoid debris getting stuck in the dried paint. To prep a piece of wooden furniture before painting, wipe down any dust and vacuum the area thoroughly. This will ensure sawdust doesn’t find its way back on to the furniture after you’ve sanded it.

2. Invest in quality supplies
To get great results, invest in high-quality paint, brushes and rollers. The last thing you want is loose bristles or clumps of lint dried into your living room walls the next day. Opting for cheap applicators is a common mistake made by DIY painters. Save yourself time and money by buying quality materials upfront so you’ll only have to do the job once. And before you head to the store, make a list of what else you might need: sandpaper, primers, drop clothes or finishes. Once your brush is wet, you won’t want to pause to run to the home store.

3. Paint with a full line of color
Now comes the fun part: Painting! But learning how much paint to put on your brush can be a bit tricky. A common DIY mistake is attempting to use up all of the paint on a brush or roller before re-dipping. This actually causes the paint to dry onto the bristles of the brush and the fabric of the roller to become matted. To maintain the integrity of your paint applicators, make sure you always paint with a saturated brush or roller. You’ll know it’s time to re-dip when the color begins to break up and you can see faint patches of uncoated surface.

4. Store leftover paint properly
Once the job is done, reseal the paint can tightly by gently pounding on the lid with a rubber mallet. Some suggest storing the can upside down to create an airtight seal. For water-based paint, your best bet is to place a piece of clear plastic wrap on the surface before resealing the can. For oil-based paint, pour a thin layer of water on top of the paint before resealing. The water will act like a film to prevent the paint from drying out. Make sure to keep your leftovers: You never know when you’ll need to do a minor touchup. Even if you plan to move, the new occupants will likely appreciate having the paint, especially if you mark the can with the room you painted with it.

Whether you’re giving new life to a coffee table or finally implementing one of your living room ideas to makeover the space, many home DIY projects require little more than a gallon of paint. With thoughtful execution and these helpful tips from the pros, the power of a great paint job is at your fingertips.

Thanks Erin for these great tips!

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Night Time Christmas Home Tour

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This is my first time sharing a night-time Christmas home tour.  I am learning how to use my (Gman’s) camera. I love, love, love how our home looks at night.  I like to stay up late, when the house is quiet and peaceful, and enjoy the twinkling lights with a cocktail or two!

I will start with the family room.  I mentioned this before but this is where we open presents Christmas morning.

We have several trees through out the house but this one is our only live tree.

Night time Christmas tour of the Family room.

Family Room fireplace dressed for Christmas.

Night Time Christmas Home Tour

The view into our Family room from the upstairs.

The next room I am going to share is the sunroom. The sunroom is where we spend most of our time during the day.  It is cozy and comfortable.

Christmas night time home tour.

My Charlie Brown Christmas tree with a vintage table runner used as a tree skirt.

My feather tree with vintage reindeer.

The following room is one of my favorites, my home office…love this room!

Night time Christmas tour of my home office.

Yep, love this room!

The last stop on the tour is the sitting room off of the master bedroom.  This is where I wrap the gifts (sitting on the floor) and watch all my favorite shows that I don’s always admit to watching! Let’s just say besides HGTV, Bravo and E are my favorite channels! Although at Christmas time, I am watching a lot of Christmas movies!

Christmas tree in the master bedroom.

I hope you and your family have a wonderful Holiday season filled with love, laughter, happiness and health!

Until Next Time,

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Decorating for Christmas in the Kitchen

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Decorating for Christmas can be so exhausting but I really enjoy the process.  I love pulling out all the decorations from years past, each ornament and decoration holds a special memory.  I can spend hours reminiscing. My Kitchen Tree holds all of the handmade ornaments that my boys have made over the years and most of the ornaments that we have picked up during our travels.

My Christmas Kitchen Home Tour

One of my favorite things about this time of year is coming down in the morning when it is still pitch black outside and my tree in the kitchen is already lit.  Most mornings my husband is the first one up and he lights the tree and changes the days on our countdown sign. I think the kitchen looks so warm and inviting with the white twinkling lights from the tree.  It is so peaceful before the chaos of the day begins. Decorating for Christmas in the Kitchen is the first room I decorate and I wanted to share it with you today.  Most of the decor you have seen before, like I have said I love using all of our things from the past with just a few new additions sprinkled in…I hope you enjoy!

DIY Christmas Trees for Sale sign

This DIY Christmas Trees for sale sign is new this year. You can read more about it here.

Kitchen Christmas Tree

I also added this red, metal tree collar this year and I love it.  I picked it up last year after Christmas at Crate and Barrel on clearance.

Mug tree with a beautiful Santa mug

This one is an oldie but a favorite.  21 years ago, exactly one week after my oldest was born my husband had to travel to Germany and a wife of his colleague sent this Santa mug home with him for me. I absolutely adore this mug.  It brings back memories of that first Christmas with our first baby boy.

Decorating with my husband's vintage toy truck

(Decorating with my husband’s childhood toy truck)

Christmas pillow

I picked this Christmas pillow up at Marshalls in October or early November. I am glad I did because they sold out quickly!

DIY Christmas Wreaths

I made three mini wreaths for the windows this year.  I always add my Kitchen Santa, along with my DIY Christmas Countdown and my hand painted NOEL letters.  Sometimes I come down in the morning and NOEL has become LEON so far, no one has copped to it.

Miniature DIY Christmas wreaths in the window

 Christmas Decorating in the Kitchen

 

Vintage-like Santa coming down the Chimney.

My youngest made this pinecone snowman in school.

(My youngest made this pine cone Snowman several years ago in school.)

My consignment shop three tiered stand dressed for Christmas.

My olive tree in a Goodwill gray pot tied with Christmas ribbon.

My olive tree in a Goodwill gray pot tied with Christmas ribbon.

Our Elf on the Shelf named Harry Frost still makes an appearance every year.

Our Elf on the Shelf still makes an appearance every year.  He appears to be better behaved than most elves we have seen.  Could be that mom and dad are just too old for those antics!

Have Yourself a Merry Little Christmas

Lastly, I added this DIY sign which you can read more about here.

I hope you enjoyed this quick glimpse into our Christmas Kitchen Tour for 2016.  I will be back later this week to share more of our Christmas home. Thanks for stopping by…

Until Next Time,

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