I am always amazed how paint, ribbon, and a wreath can totally update an old window. We purchased two of these windows at a thrift store many years ago.
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Category: Home Decor
home decor, table centerpieces, and other decorative DIY home projects
Chalk Painting and Hanging Three Old Windows
These old windows came from the first house we renovated; the house was in Cullman, Alabama, and built in 1937 so these windows are old. Continue reading “Chalk Painting and Hanging Three Old Windows”
How to Sew a Burlap Valance with a Ribbon Accent
Valances give color to a room without blocking the natural light. I like being able to make my own valances because I can select the fabric and create my own design.
As you know from reading my other blog posts, I LOVE burlap because of its texture and it goes with everything. I also added the orange polka-dot ribbon to add color.
I made this valance for the window in our loft (my office) and I just love the way it turned out. Continue reading “How to Sew a Burlap Valance with a Ribbon Accent”
Using an Old Door to Make Wall Hooks
I love using something old and rustic (especially if it is wood) and I have an obsession with hooks. So, this project of using an old door to make wall hooks was right up my alley!
Decorating Our RV: Making Our Camper Feel Like Home on the Road
We sold our smaller camper and purchased a slightly bigger camper. We purchased a used 2018 Grand Design Imagine 2600RB and really like the layout and size (for the two of us and our dog Daisy).
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DIY Burlap Monogram
I have an obsession with burlap. I love the texture and it goes with everything!
How to Chalk Paint Picture Frames
I have had this gold frame for several years. Over the years, styles change so this frame has become a little outdated.
How to Chalk Paint an Entertainment Center
One of my favorite things to do is chalk paint! It instantly transforms a piece of furniture by giving it a rustic farmhouse look.
This entertainment center belonged to my in-laws. It is the final piece of the puzzle in our basement renovation project. Continue reading “How to Chalk Paint an Entertainment Center”
How to Make Hooks from Picture Frames and Vintage Doorknobs
We had a variety of old picture frames and doorknobs in our attic. I wanted to make something that was unique and yet functional. I just love the variety of shapes and textures these old frames have. If you don’t have old picture frames, check out your local thrift store. I also think vintage doorknobs have such character. Continue reading “How to Make Hooks from Picture Frames and Vintage Doorknobs”
How to Install Barn Wood on a Porch Ceiling
How to install old barn wood on your ceiling. We installed old barn wood on our front porch ceiling. This blog post shares step-by-step directions so you can install old barn wood on your porch ceiling or any ceiling.
We added old barn wood to our front porch ceiling. Click HERE to see how we previously installed barn wood on our lakeside porch ceiling.
Below is a BEFORE picture of our front porch (before we installed barn wood on our ceiling). 
Below is our front porch decorated for fall AFTER we installed the barn wood on the ceiling. 
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