How to Paint a Refrigerator Refrigerators are a focal point in most kitchens. They keep your food fresh and act as an art display for vacation magnets, favorite recipes, and holiday cards. I cluttered the doors of my refrigerator with these things to cover the sharpy heart and “I love mom” scribble across the freezer [...]
Finally, I’ve checked off one of my home makeovers for this year. I went back and forth on the style, amount of storage, and budget for this project. Like a flock of cattle egrets circling a tractor to eat the newly turned-up bugs, I found myself circling back to IKEA to find the best storage [...]
Every year, my family decorates for Halloween. Fearful my family would exile me for not decorating for the spooky season; I decided to create a DIY Spooky Halloween Garland for my newly made-over patio. Creating this garland took on a life of its own. In the beginning, I just wanted to create a ghost garland [...]
Happy Valentine's Day! If you're looking to wear a little bit of Valentine flair, I've created a quick and easy DIY to display hearts in your hair or on your sleeve for this special day of love. Supplies - Felt Hearts, Hot Glue, and Bobby Pins I started by separating the hearts by size. The [...]
Personalizing a home can be a daunting process; yet, flawless Pinterest boards make it look easy to create a cohesive and stylish space. So, armed with inspo photos and after measuring every square inch of my condo, I dipped my toe into making three small home updates with big impact I quickly become overwhelmed if [...]
Have you ever been so consumed by a television show you find yourself thinking about the characters throughout the day? I was recently engrossed by the show Yellowstone, which just ended its third season. Based in Montana, a sixth-generation cattle rancher, John Dutton, fights to keep his ranch from encroaching corporations and Indian Reservation looking [...]
This week I only had one day off from work. Being that the weather was 70% rain and I didn’t have anything planned for the day, I decided I would attempt a DIY project. Earlier in the week, I watched a YouTube video (found HERE) featuring three different styles of DIY towel holders. All the [...]
Trend Alert! What’s the hottest accessory for the summer season? You guessed it, wearing a mask. And it's a great opportunity to show self-expression and creativity. In my county, masks are required in public buildings including grocery stores, restaurants, and airports just to name a few. While I can agree they are universally uncomfortable for [...]
Music is a powerful way to send a message. Sonnets and poems have been written for centuries to tell stories and evoke emotion. The military uses cadence calls while running or marching to maintain the correct beat. Music can change your mood in an instant. A song you haven't heard in years can teleport you [...]
Remember a few weeks ago when we had nothing but time on our hands and I suggested 10 Things to Do While Self-Isolating. Well, this is me bringing suggestion #6 Crafting, full circle. Weeks ago, I spent HOURS expertly measuring and shaping each coil of this tiny pot. It was meditative and time consuming; at [...]
