I love canning. I enjoy giving a fresh jar of jam to neighbors, friends and family. It seems like everyone around me appreciates a little sugared fruit in a jar. While doing my yearly strawberry jam canning session I realized that the little jelly jars fit perfectly back into the plastic crates that local grocery {…Read More…}
I have a thing for storage. The minute I was sent a big box full of Martha Stewart’s new paint line I immediately thought “Where am I going to store this?” I decided to add to my craft paint storage with a little shelf that probably once stored nic-nacs. So after I {…Read More…}
I got this hutch from a rental house where the tenants had been evicted and left a bunch of stuff behind. This was heading for the trash can when I came along and snatched it up. The old parquet doors definitely dated the piece. But with a little vision, paint and fabric this beauty now {…Read More…}
I had the opportunity to try out the new line of Martha Stewart Crafts Decorative Paint Line by Plaid. Martha just launched (this past week) a new line of craft paints, stencils and tools now available exclusively at Michaels. There are 160 colors, 5 finishes and some amazing tools. Plus it is {…Read More…}
Yesterday I showed you my crib curbside find that I made into a subway art scripture sign. Then I teased you with the glass knob on it, pulling you in, hoping you’d come back today to see WHAT IS BEHIND DOOR #1!. I decided to make a jewelry organizer with the crib as the door. {…Read More…}
On our trip to Atlanta in May we stopped at the Ballard Designs Backroom. I purchased a Charleston Mirror in the Fruitwood finish for $40. It was on closeout because it was being discontinued. Out with the old in with the new! I love the classic cathedral style to the mirror. It {…Read More…}
I am always searching for measuring cups and/or spoons. I think I have about 5 sets and none of them are complete. I am always in search of the perfect organization for my measuring cups. So when I was perusing Pinterest I came upon this brilliant idea from Family Handyman and decided {…Read More…}
