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Good morning, I’m still trying to get caught up on paperwork and inventory so I can get going on some more DIY and furniture projects to show you. Hopefully I can get back out to the shop within the next few days and be productive. But don’t hold your breath. For today though, I am keeping it … [Read more...]
Happy, happy Friday! I was looking ahead at the calendar the other day realizing that there aren’t very many weeks left until school is out. The first quarter of 2013 just whizzed on by. Summer is approaching! So what does that mean for the forecasted trends of 2013? Have you been hooked on any of them? … [Read more...]
I had a lot of fun with my “Worst Decorating Ideas Of All Time” post last week, especially reading what you would add to the list. I think everyone agreed with the toilet and tank covers, popcorn ceilings and plastic furniture slipcovers – but some did not understand my dislike of toile. I knew you wouldn’t, … [Read more...]
Good morning, Last week, MSN compiled a list of “the 8 worst decorating ideas of all time” based on feedback from Facebook friends. The eight that made the cut were: 1) Colored toilets, sinks, bathtub and matching tiles 2) Those lovely toilet seat and tank covers, with matching toilet rugs Source: … [Read more...]
Thank goodness for the weekend, right?! Here is what went down here last week… Sunday: To ring in the New Year, I shared one of my favorite poems by Robert Frost: Stopping By Woods On A Snowy Evening Monday: I showed you seven of our DIY gifts that my family exchanged at Christmas. They involved wine … [Read more...]
Well, we are far enough into January now that I suppose we should be looking forward and not back. But, I had some pictures from the last few weeks that I thought I’d post. Just because. It is a slow day around here today on the blog – and a busy day at work – so a quick and easy post is just what my boss … [Read more...]
As I promised you yesterday when I showed you Part One, I have the second round of DIY gifts my family exchanged at Christmas. Starting off with… Hand-Tied Stick Star & Hand-Dipped Chocolate Oreos There were a few who didn’t participate for different reasons, but one person who did jump into the … [Read more...]
Happy Monday! I know you have been on the edge of your seats since Christmas 2011 waiting for me to show you our 2012 DIY Family Gift Exchange. I just know it. As I’ve mentioned before, my extended family gets together each Christmas to eat, play games, and exchange gifts. The kids have the normal “is it what … [Read more...]
Stopping by Woods on a Snowy Evening by Robert Frost Whose woods these are I think I know. His house is in the village though; He will not see me stopping here To watch his woods fill up with snow. My little horse must think it queer To stop without a farmhouse near Between the woods and frozen lake The … [Read more...]
Yeah…I know. Most of you are yawning right now at that title. I know this isn’t post worthy to many of you. But indulge me. It is what my family is all about. So I couldn’t resist…. Oregon v. Kansas State. Tonight. 8:30 ET 5:30 PT on ESPN And even if you aren’t a fan, you need to … [Read more...]
Turning lifetime passion into livelihood. It's about time! I'm Shari. I am a 40-something wife, mother, corporate professional turned design stylist, avid sports fan, and usually exhausted 24/7 keeping up with it all. I love my family, my home, my work...and the chaos that comes with it. I also happen to adore my beagle, Scout. Learn more...
