I’ve been crafting for a fairly long time (I won’t say how long because I don’t want to date myself). In all my years of making stuff I can’t believe it took me this long to discover the embroidery tool I’m using to create this easy wall art. I first stumbled across this technique on social media. Someone had posted a … Read more
In partnership with The Home Depot See that round thing staring at you? That’s the amputated heart of an old walnut tree that was in my backyard. It makes me sad to think about it, but two summers ago, we had to have this beauty cut down, even though it was healthy, because it was … Read more
Small space living is not ideal, but I make it work thanks to the abundance of helpers out there that 1) support my slight hoarding habits and 2) keep my house somewhat organized. I have a small rental kitchen, and despite the fact that I have way too much stuff (and I own it!), I stay … Read more
In many parts of the country, particularly coastal areas, hurricanes are inevitable. (©gguy – stock.adobe.com) Severe weather is inevitable. It’s important to know the facts about hurricanes — that way, you can make informed decisions to protect your family before, during and after the storm. Unfortunately, there are many misconceptions surrounding hurricanes because there’s widespread … Read more
You can easily update your kitchen cabinets by painting them. However, a good paint job depends on a great prep job. Prepare the surface properly so the paint will adhere and not peel or chip over time. While you can paint cabinets with a brush, a sprayer is faster and leaves a smoother surface. Sanding … Read more
Mother’s Day is just around the corner (it’s this Sunday – don’t forget!). If you’re anything like me, the holiday has crept up on you. There are so many different things to celebrate about our mamas (and grandmothers, spouses, and mother-figures), but what it ultimately comes down to is telling her you’re thankful for her. Whether … Read more
A new concrete garage slab is a thing of beauty. But due to the porous nature of concrete, it doesn’t take long before tough stains (like oil spills) make their way into any garage floor. While you might not mind a few stains, over time, an unprotected cement floor system becomes more vulnerable to damage. … Read more
Organization is not my strong suit. Of course, I enjoy being organized, but somehow I never quite get there. So, I thought a new calendar might help to keep my schedule in order. I wanted to make one that I could reuse each month to keep track of my projects and appointments, so I decided to … Read more
Photo: Studio McGee Sure, all-white kitchens are neutral and easy, but they also tend to lack personality. Why not infuse your space with a bit of extra color to add some character? Here are 27 gorgeous kitchens that aren’t all white to get your creative juices flowing. Photo: Good House 1. Blue-gray cabinets … Read more
When we shared pictures of our front porch last fall, we said that our decorating strategy out here was basically “plants and more plants.” It helps visually connect the porch to all of the greenery surrounding our house and – as we’ll show you today – it’s also helping us hide some less-than-pretty parts of … Read more