It’s no secret that I have a thing for dogs! Clearly – I named my first blog after my own rescue dog Charlie. He’s been with us for 11 years and counting. Best. Dog. Ever. When you have a dog, you have a leash. And you need somewhere to hang that leash. So today, I’m …
Home and DIY
If you love thrifty outdoor decorating then this one’s for you! I popped in the Dollar Tree recently and found this amazing metal planter for $1. That’s right – $1! It’s shiny metal in its original $1 state, but not for long. Come along to see my DIY dollar store planter makeover. All you need …
It’s officially summer here in Georgia and it’s perfect timing for a thrifty summer porch update. I committed to a challenge to spend $15 or less and transform some items with a summer theme. I hit up my favorite roadside junk store that’s just around the corner – Come see what I found and what …
When your kind neighbor asks if you want a free table, you don’t turn it down! I love thrifty decor and you can’t get thriftier than free. Follow along to see my milk paint table makeover and see what I did with this little guy! From traditional to farmhouse style with just a paintbrush. Don’t …
A while back I found two gold frames at Goodwill for a whopping 0.55 cents each. I’m sure you’ve seen them too – apparently they were a very popular style back in their day. But that day is gone and I knew I could update these relics and turn them into some inexpensive DIY wall …
Welcome to Part 4 of our master bedroom makeover! This is an area that is often last on the list when it comes to updates, but not anymore my friends! So far we have DIY’ed a shiplap feature wall, made new lighting and now it’s time for my favorite part – painting and decorating! Check …
This may be the simplest post ever. I love nifty little DIY fixes for things around the house and this one is one of my favorites! Our house has dark engineered hardwood floors. They are textured to start with but seem to get dings and scratches pretty easy. Two kids and an 83 pound dog …
Welcome to part 3 of our Master Bedroom Update on a Budget! So far we made our plan for this room, made a DIY shiplap wall, and now for some new lighting! This is a simple DIY project I made that changed the whole look in our bedroom. And it was easy and cheap! Check …
Hello friends! If you have dated brick that needs an update, check out this tutorial on how to whitewash brick! My new friend Marly from A Brick Home created this fabulous wall and it’s amazing! This post was originally published on A Brick Home. Enjoy and happy painting! When my husband and I moved into our home in …
Shiplap – It’s having quite the moment in the decor world and I love it. It goes hand in hand with farmhouse style and I’ve been patiently (big fat lie – no patience here my friends!) waiting to add some to our builder-grade house. I’m in the process of updating our master bedroom and I …
I found an amazing plant shelf on Craigslist and it’s the perfect addition to our small back patio. However, take a lesson from me. If it’s going outdoors in the blazing sun and the elements, do not paint it with interior paint – no matter how many coats of polyurethane you add – It will not last. …
I’ve been updating my outdoor spaces and one thing I’ve found that can break the bank is a new planter! Especially if you’re looking for one that is a decent size. So to save money, you have to get crafty! My solution: Make my own DIY vintage planter with some farmhouse style – All you …
Curtains are tough to pick sometimes because they’re semi-permanent (not many people change their curtains monthly) and they can be costly. However, you don’t have to spend a fortune to pull your room together with curtains – Follow along to see what I came up with for 11 budget-friendly modern farmhouse curtains.
Looking for easy DIY floral hoop wreaths? I’ve got you covered with several fun ideas, starting with the simple design I made for our primary bedroom makeover! Each of these homemade wreaths is easy to make on a budget using cheap craft store supplies, Dollar Tree items, or recycled materials. You can get several of …
Recently, I came across an antique chiffarobe online and I knew it had amazing potential. It was quite a steal, but also needed a lot of work. However, it had good bones, the original hardware, and even the key! When my husband brought it home, I fell in love instantly. Old furniture just screams “buy …