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Building My Dream She Shed

I have been dreaming of a She Shed for years! I have dropped hints to my family but never thought it would happen. Well, I guess dreams do come true! My husband is building me a She Shed! Let me tell you how this came about. We have a bonus room in our house thatContinue reading “Building My Dream She Shed”

Fall Home Tour

I am so happy it is Fall! It is my favorite season and I love decorating my home this time of year. The cozy additions make me want to stay home and bake pumpkin and apple treats. So, come along on a tour of our home! I love decorating my porch for Fall. Of course,Continue reading “Fall Home Tour”

Inspired by Maine

I love traveling and one of my favorite destinations to visit is Maine. My parents have a home in Wells, Maine. It is on the southern coast of the state. It is tucked between Ogunquit and Kennebunkport and full of charm and great seafood! There is so much inspiration so I thought I’d share aContinue reading “Inspired by Maine”

DIY Pom Pom Pillow

I love pillows. They are an easy way to switch up decor or freshen up a space. My couch needed a little pop of color so I ran out to grab a couple of new pillows. World Market has velvet pillows for $9.99 in lots of pretty shades. Since yellow is my accent color IContinue reading “DIY Pom Pom Pillow”

DIY Striped Candles

I have recently been on a thrifting kick. I love finding a good deal and what better way than to head to the local thrift store and see what you find? So, when I recently went I found a candelabra/wreath/fruit THING (I’m not sure how else to describe it!) I took it home and deconstructedContinue reading “DIY Striped Candles”

DIY Painted Doormat

I love changing out my doormats for the seasons. So, when I saw a blank doormat at Walmart I thought it would be fun to try painting one myself! I grabbed a few more containers of paint and some new brushes, too. I headed home with an idea. I’d paint one of my favorite placesContinue reading “DIY Painted Doormat”

Neutral Winter Decorating

I like to add little updates to my house for the seasons. Winter is no exception! We don’t celebrate Christmas, but I add touches of winter inside and outside! I start with my mantle by adding faux birch candle holders, white bottle brush trees, some of my DIY snow globes and a few other accessories!Continue reading “Neutral Winter Decorating”

Peel and Stick Wallpaper

My bedroom was in need of a fresh look. Artemis Walls came to my rescue! They offer a huge variety of peel and stick wallpaper. I love the idea of wallpaper and decided to do an accent wall in the stipple pattern. I liked the fresh, modern look and was excited to try it out!Continue reading “Peel and Stick Wallpaper”

DIY Snow Globes

My kids have a great collection of snow globes. I think they’re so adorable and wanted to have some adult versions for winter! So, I thought I’d share a few ideas with you that are easy to create. They can also be a fun project to do with your kiddos! So, last year I decidedContinue reading “DIY Snow Globes”

DIY Dried Oranges

I love the look of dried oranges for fall and winter decorating. I had decided I would add some to a few signs I was going to make for my Etsy shop. They were so easy to do! I think I also want to make a garland for my mantle now! It’s a very simpleContinue reading “DIY Dried Oranges”