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Category Archives: Little Things
Button Jar
src=”http://pagead2.googlesyndication.com/pagead/show_ads.js”> While I was snooping at my friend Jill’s house (with permission and a camera, of course!), I found this charming jar of buttons in the half-bath. I loved the “oldness” of it and the way it looked. The best … Continue reading
Tassels, Anyone?
Don’t you just love tassels? They can add a finishing touch to almost anything–a lamp, a doorknob, or a window treatment. The possibilities are unlimited. You can find tassels and tasseled trims in almost every color and style you can … Continue reading
Hope for Spring or Confessions of a Plant Killer
The paperwhites and tulips were gifts. The paperwhites came in a box with an amazing soil-less mix, pot, and bulbs; the tulips were a hostess gift. Aren’t they beautiful? They remind me that spring WILL eventually come. Here’s the thing: … Continue reading
Decoupaged Tray Project
photo by Meredith Needham It’s cold and snowy outside. You want to do something that doesn’t require shoveling first. Why not dig into those boxes of photos you have and make something out of them? Decoupage is a quick, easy, … Continue reading
Hidden Treasures
Finding home accessories can be a daunting, expensive task. Rather than shopping at traditional stores, consider options closer to home. Start snooping and see what you can find. Garages offer wonderful treasures–if you just use a little imagination and elbow … Continue reading
Posted in Little Things, Paint Projects
Tagged garage finds, paint, unique accessories
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Fifteen in 15
So, you have 15 minutes…It doesn’t seem like much time. And truthfully, most home projects take longer, but you would be surprised what you can accomplish in just a quarter of an hour. Just remember to think small…Or break a … Continue reading
Cozy Nook
I dream of owning a home with old, built-in character…But with one exception, we have always bought new/fairly-new houses, and then we’ve done our best to add character and charm. Sometimes, however, you just have to work with what you … Continue reading
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Shelf Life
I have a serious storage and display problem at my house. Not enough of either. I’ll save storage for another day. I never seem to have the right table or bookcase or buffet or antique trunk that I think I … Continue reading
Fabulous Fabric-Covered Lampshades
This is a quick, easy, and inexpensive idea that will add a lot of charm to your room. This chandelier was purchased at Lowe’s and came with small white lampshades. Using fabric remnants that I had on hand, I covered … Continue reading
Posted in Little Things, Soft Touch
Tagged beaded trim, fabric, HOT GLUE GUN, lampshades
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