IKEA Hack Ottoman Tutorial

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I love taking furniture meant for different purposes and upcycling it into another use.  That is exactly what Jess and Monica from East Coast Creative did with this IKEA Lack table.  At $10 for the table it makes it a very affordable option for a custom ottoman.   Hey there! It’s Jess and Monica from {…Read More…}





Herringbone Pattern Paint Stick Table

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Herringbone patterns are hot right now.  This little table with the herringbone pattern out of paint sticks is to die for.  Karianne from Thistlewood Farm is here to show you how she did it.  She amazes me with her talent!  I want this little table somewhere in my house.  Karianne is just sweet enough that if I asked her nicely she would probably say yes!

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Painted Stained Table

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I had the  privilege  of redoing this round barrel like table for an Indy Style viewer.  The painted and stained combo is the perfect contrast in my book.  Adding just a bit of distressing ties in the cream paint with the darker stain.  Every month I am partnering with Indy Style, my local lifestyle show, {…Read More…}





Gossip Bench–{Roadkill Rescue}

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I got this bench from my friend Julie who owns this adorable little antique shop in downtown Franklin, Indiana called Salvage Sisters.   She bought a house “as is” with a truckload of furniture in it.   She was ready to throw a bunch of stuff out and I got to pick through it. YYAY {…Read More…}





5 Ways for Wood Pallet Recycling

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If you are like most DIY decorators, you may not have realized that the alley behind your local grocery store is a source for trendy, new design accessories! Repurposing wood pallets into pieces of furniture or art is an inexpensive and relatively easy way to insert texture, visual interest, and green living into your decor. {…Read More…}