Re-imagining a hallway When we purchased our 1978 multi-level home 22 years ago, the lower level hallway was made up of three side-by-side closets with bifold doors and rough, 2×4 and plywood shelves. I sketched up a rough idea of my ideas, and found a photo online of something similar to my drawing, then handed … Read More
How to Style a Digital Frame to Look Vintage
This past Christmas, I received an Aura Walden digital frame—an item I had been quietly considering for quite some time. I loved the idea of easily displaying family photos, but I could never quite get past one thing: the modern, digital look. No matter how practical it seemed, I couldn’t picture how it would truly … Read More
Last-Minute Christmas Foyer Decorating: Simple, Ideas for a Warm Welcome
There’s something magical about walking through the front door during the Christmas season and being greeted by a cozy, festive foyer. Even if you’re decorating at the last minute (no shame—I pulled this decor together over the weekend!), a few thoughtful touches can completely transform your entryway into a welcoming holiday space. To start the … Read More
A Fresh Door Color & Christmas Decorating
There’s something about the change of seasons that always nudges me toward a little refresh at home. Sometimes it’s a small shift—a new wreath, a rearranged corner—and sometimes it’s a bold splash of color right on the front door. This year, that splash came in the form of a new paint choice, an unexpected shade … Read More
Zinnia and Dahlia Oil Painting
Last August, when my friend, Michael, posted this pretty bouquet of zinnias and dahlias on his Instagram account, it instantly became one of my favorites. The colors, the composition, and some of my favorite flowers in the painting quickly drew my attention.
Chunky Crochet Garland
Making a chunky crochet tree garland is simple for beginners and comes together quickly.
Original Art and a New Shelf
I recently purchased my first original artwork and found the perfect shelf on FB Marketplace to pair with the painting.
Open Kitchen Shelving
My goal was to transform open shelves in our kitchen into a stylish and organized focal point. It wasn’t that they looked bad, it was more that I wanted a change and had some new ideas to try.
Temporary Dining Room Cabinet
A Facebook Market place find takes on a new look as a dining area cabinet
Selling an antique teacher desk
When I decided to make our sunroom into my office/studio a few years ago, the first thing I added was an antique teacher’s desk I found on FB Marketplace. The desk anchored the room and gave the space a vintage cottage feel.