Oh, please…not another angsty post about paint. (In your whiniest voice) I’m Em, my life is so hard. I can’t choose paint. Well NOT TODAY! I painted three rooms in one week…using Benjamin Moore’s “it …
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Roman Shade Inspiration (and a look ahead)
I’m VERRRY happy to have my family room Roman Shade project behind me. (I’ve long since moved on to other projects …I’m just waaaay behind in documenting them because my computer is tormenting me). Yes! …
Continue readingDIY Roman Shades for Oversized Windows
You guessed this day would never come, amirite? You thought I might not EVER finish my family room window project. Or share it with you. To be perfectly honest…ME TOO! Looks like I surprised BOTH …
Continue readingShhh! Let’s Not Tell Laurel Bern About These Pillows
A few months ago, I suggested a terrific article by interior design blogger Laurel Bern. It was a details-matter article about an everyday accessory, one that I agree can add so much to a room. …
Continue readingSummer Bucket List – 2017
Like most of you, we have a busy summer ahead. There are plenty of things on my must-do list (including a house to sell) and too many reasons excuses to push some things aside to just …
Continue reading“Her pictures are REALLY bugging me!”
I feel your pain! They’ve always bugged me, too! Last week, Hometalk featured my summary post about the overmantel project. (Everyone who is sick of the overmantel project, raise your hand. Mine is also raised, lol. I’m …
Continue readingDIY Fireplace Overmantel Project – Lessons Learned
What? You’re NOT planning to build a fireplace overmantel?! Believe me, no worries! Not everyone needs a DIY Mirror Tile Overmantel. However…I always seem to find at least one tip from tutorials I read that are …
Continue readingHey! Whatever Happened to that Overmantel Project?
March 29th. That was the last time I mentioned my “big” idea to build an overmantel for this fireplace. If you’re new, I’d been searching for a way to fill that GIANT wall space and …
Continue readingEveryday Adventures …. and a Recommendation for Your Must-Read List
One of the everyday adventures that has occupied some of our time this year is eldercare. Mr. D&D and I are blessed to still have three of our four parents, ranging in age from 80 to …
Continue readingHave a Plan in Place, Because the Skunk Always Wins
There are certain things in life that may never happen to you… but if they did, you’d be glad to have a $3 action plan in place. Two weeks ago, I’d have said “Hmm, I …
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