Kari’s Cabinets Re-invented – Painted Entertainment Center

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Remember I wrote how I’ve been a painting phenom of late? One of the (many) projects that was included in the malay of pieces that needed refinishing was a ginormous entertainment unit that belonged to my friend Kari. I only have one before photo to show off, and it isn’t of the entire unit (sorry […]

DIY Christmas Decor – Wooden Horse

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I’ve been scrambling over the past week with an exciting project – exciting for me anyways – I’ve recently been interviewed for London’s LifeStyle Magazine! No, it’s not BHG or Country Living – but it’s local and I’m so excited! The article is going to revolve around my 100Things2Do before Christmas checklist (which has since […]

Fallen Log Succulent Planter

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I’m so excited to share today’s post – it is one that has been on my wish list to make for 3 years now. THREE YEARS! It was about 3 years ago that the city cut down some dead trees on the walkway behind my house. Look at that! I walk by this everyday as […]

Scrap Wood Crows – Rockwell Bladerunner

I was looking for ideas to use up some scrap wood the other day – I know, you’re thinking “does she ever do any projects that actually create scrap wood?!”  – and yes, one big project, like a sofa table or a privacy planter box creates a fair amount of scrap wood in one project. […]

Just Ducking Around

Metal Garden Art - refinishing our ducks

*This is a sponsored post – I was provided the Sonicrafter F50 free of charge from Rockwell Tools.  All opinions are my own. Have you ever tried refinishing metal garden art? My Mom asked me if I could do anything with these ducks; While trashing them seemed like the best option, I decided to ‘duck’ […]

Pallet Projects – Fence/Wall Art Whale

Pallet Projects - Fence Art Whale

If I told you that this project cost me a grand total of $0, would you believe me? Seriously, the pallet was free, the paint was leftover, – I might have spent a few cents on sandpaper – but truthfully, I didn’t buy a single thing to make this! My friend Cheryl had sent me […]

What Moms Really Want for Mother’s Day – Mother’s Day Gift Ideas

Mother's Day Gift Ideas

I look forward to Mother’s Day. It’s the one day a year when your family (should) acknowledge/s your efforts and sacrifices. I think that’s what the day is really about – what most days should be about really – acknowledging and being grateful for those around you that contribute to your health, happiness and well-being. […]