This post will share a project on Making a Daybed from Two Antique Headboards. For almost a year we have had just one lone chair and ottoman in our tiny sunroom. Interestingly enough the small tv we put in here became a big draw in this cozy space for Sweet Guy and his friends. We needed extra seating in the room for two to three more boys but space was a challenge. Enter in the idea for a daybed. When I attended Round Top this past spring I spied two antique French twin headboards. They ... View the Post
Create Pillows from Vintage Souvenir Tea Towels
Back in July, I shared that I had begun working in our sunroom. It is a space that Sweet Guy and his friends spend the most time in and together we decided on a British theme. Once we moved an antique daybed into the room I began to think about what type of daybed pillows would appeal to both my teen son as well as the rest of the family. This post covers how you can Create Pillows from Vintage Souvenir Tea Towels. Where To Find The Towels Over the years I have found some pretty fantastic ... View the Post
Longest Reigning Monarch in Britain’s History She’s Done It Let’s Celebrate
At about 5.30 p.m. (12:30 ET), Queen Elizabeth who is Britain's oldest ever monarch at age 89, surpassed the record set by her great-great-grandmother, Queen Victoria, and became Britain’s longest reigning monarch. Longest Reigning Monarch in Britain’s History She’s Done It Let’s Celebrate! Longest Reigning Monarch in Britain’s History She’s Done It Let’s Celebrate The Queen is spending the day at Balmoral in Scotland as she wanted no fanfare. She will be having a simple dinner ... View the Post
A Fast Refresh for Tired Faux Pumpkins
I’ve been preparing my home for the upcoming Fall Home Tours this past week. The kids say it looks like a pumpkin patch has exploded in our house. Here is how to create A Fast Refresh for Tired Faux Pumpkins:) Two years ago I bought a bag of white/off white faux mini pumpkins. I store my seasonal décor in plastic tubs outside. I think these particular pumpkins did not like the heat as they turned a strange brownish gold. Not exactly the color palette I was going for. So what’s a girl to do? ... View the Post
An Aidan Gray Inspired Chandelier Makeover
I have long admired lighting from Aidan Gray. The lovely fixtures are often constructed from architectural salvage and feature hand-painted designs and gilded finishes. Here is An Aidan Gray Inspired Chandelier Makeover. An Aidan Gray Inspired Chandelier Makeover One of my favorites is the Charlemagne Chandelier. While I would love to have this jewel in my home the $1350.00 price tag is a bit prohibitive. Our formal dining room had come with a heavy Tuscan inspired wrought iron ... View the Post
A Bit of Fall for the Front Door
Do you hear that? The silence? That’s right, all is quiet on the cottage front because today is BACK TO SCHOOL! The day all mothers half dread and half adore. We had a very busy weekend preparing for this auspicious day. But I did sneak in one wee craft for the front door. A Bit of Fall for the Front Door. A Bit of Fall for the Front Door My friend Marty from A Stroll Thru Life is hosting a Fall Home Tour and has graciously invited me to join in the fun. It is scheduled for September 7th ... View the Post
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