I’ve changed up the master bedroom. I know, you aren’t surprised. It isn’t permanent, just a fun change. The bride will be dressing in our bedroom, so I wanted something lighter and brighter. A look that was a bit more vintage. Colors that would enhance her dress, and her bridesmaid’s dresses. It started out like … Read More
Wedding mantel
With the big day less than 3 weeks away, I could hardly resist doing The Cottage mantel up wedding style … The wedding cake top from Mom & Dad Dietzman’s wedding cake in 1952. We are immersed in wedding “stuff” here at The Cottage. Wedding talk. Wedding clothes. Wedding gifts. Wedding lists. Wedding decorations. Wedding … Read More
Cottage edits
It rained yesterday. and rained. and rained. and our underground downspout became a geyser. So I baked. and baked. and baked. You’ll have to take my word for it. While the goods were in the oven, I multi-tasked. I call it tweaking. Or “nesting”. Finished painting this board (a sample cupboard board from the cabinet … Read More
Vintage door
I went treasure hunting in a friend’s barn a couple months ago. My mission was to find some aged wood, particularly barnwood. It was a successful treasure hunt in more than one way. I got some barnwood — and this treasure… At the time, I wasn’t sure what I would do with this beauty. With … Read More
A new look
Mr. D and I did jobs around the house this weekend like it was our job. I am so tired right now I can barely keep my eyes open to write this post! It’s a good tired, which means I’m going to sleep well tonight. One item we checked off our list was hanging curtains … Read More
Sleeping porch
I’ve always loved the sleeping porch concept. A sleeping porch is an enclosed deck or balcony that is well-ventilated, often with windows or screens on two or three sides, and has one or more beds or similar furniture for sleeping during warm weather. Screened-in sleeping porches allow people to enjoy the feeling of sleeping outside in the cool night air without being bothered by … Read More
Big or small presents?
Last weekend 4 people decorated the lobby at our church — which includes a LARGE ledge over the main entrance doors. It took 4 people 3 hours to change the scenery from Fall to Fun! It’s just plain fun to see lots and lots of gigantic presents wrapped in fun colors all in one place. Big … Read More
Room Re-do
On our recent trip to Cincinnati Wild One and I began a make-over on her spare bedroom/office. You can roll your mouse over the below photo to see the quick change. If you are interested in the process and details — head over HERE.
Before and After
Because I’m lame and don’t have much to say tonight. Because I’m really tired. Because I need to get to bed. Now. Because I like to change things up. Because I like spray paint. Roll your mouse over the picture of our dated vanity with the shiny brass hardware to see what the wonders of … Read More