after gate leg table painted and distressed

Painted and Distressed Gate Leg Table

This painted and distressed gate leg table has caused me so much headache and stress but I am not a quitter. This story is a bit long, a bit humorous and may have some anger at times but in the... Continue reading →

elegant and simple table setting with mismatched china

Creating a Rustic and Simple Table Setting

by Denise Bryant // 22 Comments

Creating a rustic and simple table setting while using what I already have on hand was a true challenge for me but I am quite happy with the results. This tablescape was put together with a variety of pieces I... Continue reading →

3 tin cans made into a painted metal flower

Painted Metal Flower Made From Repurposed Tin Cans

by Denise Bryant // 26 Comments

This painted metal flower was a true “challenge” in every sense of the word. My friend Toni from Small Home Soul challenged me to make something from a tin can for our weekly Waste Not Wednesday post. Of course, my... Continue reading →

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Thrift Store Decor Upcycled Book Page Memo Board

by Denise Bryant // 28 Comments

I’m so excited that I joined a monthly Thrift Store Décor Upcycle Challenge because it is really going to motivate me to get my creative juices flowing and get some of these projects out of my head and complete. This month I... Continue reading →

Plaid Flannel Puffy Heart Valentines

by Denise Bryant // 11 Comments

Do you decorate for Valentine’s Day? I am going to be totally honest here, I love the thought of decorating my mantle for every holiday but I only decorate for Thanksgiving and Christmas. That doesn’t mean I am not inspired when... Continue reading →

Printable Cupid’s Arrow Valentine Cards

by Denise Bryant // 15 Comments

As soon as I think my girls are too old for Valentine’s Day they ask me to make something fun for their classmates like these Cupid’s Arrow Valentine Cards or my chocolate dipped pretzel treats. Let me clarify, I am... Continue reading →

Salty and Sweet Chocolate Dipped Pretzel Treats

by Denise Bryant // 25 Comments

Before I get to the chocolate dipped pretzel treats…..I have a confession. In my past life (nearly 10 years ago) I worked in the Craft & Hobby industry and I still have enough craft supplies to fill a room. I have separation... Continue reading →

DIY Memo Chalkboard & CCBG 34

by Denise Bryant // 2 Comments

This week for {CCBG #34} I am revisiting my DIY Memo Chalkboard made from a vintage cabinet door. I found a couple of vintage cabinet doors in the back of a junk shop and immediately fell in love with the vintage hardware. I... Continue reading →

How to Make Your Own Stencil & CCBG #31

by Denise Bryant // 4 Comments

This week for {CCBG #31} I am going back to revisit my Painted and Stenciled Chair Bench and show you how I made my own stencil and transferred the image using chalk. Make sure you scroll down and read all about my Featured Post of the... Continue reading →

Back To School DIY Crafts and Gifts

by Denise Bryant // 12 Comments

I am definitely not one for rushing through the seasons but summer for the kiddos is coming to an end as demonstrated by all of the Back to School advertising that has been happening lately. It’s that time of year... Continue reading →