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wooden farmhouse table runner

Wooden Farmhouse Table Runner Made from Scrap Wood

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Would you believe I made this wooden farmhouse table runner from scraps of wood? Yes, I was challenged by my friends to create something out of scraps and this wooden table runner is now the shining star of my rustic... Continue reading →
Tin Can Projects Colorful Planters from Pillarbox Blue

5 Simple and Creative Tin Can Projects

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Typically, most people recycle tin cans by rinsing them and dropping them into the recycle bin knowing they are helping the world by doing their part to be Earth friendly. For those of us that are chronic DIYers we know there is so much creative... Continue reading →
Travel fund coin bank

Making Your Own Travel Fund Coin Bank

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Each month I team up with my blogging friends and share a craft project with you made from supplies I have been hoarding collecting.  We call it the Craft Room De-Stash Challenge. This month I dove deep into my craft... Continue reading →
Upcycled Quick and Easy Winter Wreath

Quick and Easy Upcycled Winter Wreath

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A winter wreath? Yes, I am starting to get spring fever and no matter how crazy Mother Nature is being right now I know that we still have quite a few weeks of winter left here in the mid-west. This month for the Craft... Continue reading →

Homemade Holiday Gifts

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I have always been crafty and I truly enjoy making special homemade holiday gifts for my friends and family. Giving someone a homemade holiday gift lets them know they are not only receiving a tangible item but also part of... Continue reading →
Chalk painted faux pumpkins

Decorating for Fall with Faux Pumpkins

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Keeping it real here, using faux pumpkins while decorating for fall not only saves some money but it’s another excuse for me to get crafty and add some little DIY touches throughout my home. There certainly isn’t a shortage of pumpkin ideas... Continue reading →

Chenille Pumpkins Made From A Torn Blanket

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I made these chenille pumpkins from a blanket that had seen better days. I just can’t bear to throw things away when there is still some potential for a great project. These stuffed pumpkins are a true testament to my... Continue reading →

Fall Burlap Wreath and 5 Favorite Wreaths

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As much as I hate to see summer go, Fall is here and today I am sharing a fall burlap wreath tutorial as well as a round up of other DIY burlap wreaths my creative friends have shared with me. I made... Continue reading →

DIY Memo Chalkboard & CCBG 34

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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 →

Master Bedroom Closet Makeover Preview

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This Master Bedroom Closet Makeover Preview is being brought to you today due to a challenge I accepted from a group of my creative blogger friends. We all agreed to choose a room that needed a makeover and the only set rule is that I can’t... Continue reading →

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So easy to make McGriddles with the sandwich maker So easy to make McGriddles with the sandwich maker. We also use English muffins and make our own egg mcmuffins. Yum!
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Try my copycat version of Chuy's Jalapeño Ranch D Try my copycat version of Chuy's Jalapeño Ranch Dip/Dressing. I'm addicted to this and love it on my salad too! Enjoy.
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Officially done with pantry organization! This mak Officially done with pantry organization! This makes me so happy and yes, I know I'm weird. Hopefully,  you are too and you'll appreciate the before and afters in my IG highlights and on the blog along with some source info. Now, to finish the bathroom makeover. 🤪
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#pantryorganization #pantrymakeover #pantry
Tonight the ranch was blessed with a flag raising. Tonight the ranch was blessed with a flag raising. Swipe thru.
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My husband is a retired Navy veteran with 23 years of service. He has always wanted a flagpole at our home and now is the perfect time to add a beautiful flag to fly over the ranch.
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Our anniversary is on Veterans Day (11/11) and we celebrated 32 years together. I gifted my husband with a 25' flagpole from Service First, a veteran owned company . We love it. ❤ 
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Decorating paralysis be gone! Anyone else paralyze Decorating paralysis be gone! Anyone else paralyzed by overthinking and making a decorating decision? Raise your hand if you need some encouragement from me. 🙋‍♀️
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It feels so good to finally move forward and check things off my list. My poor husband has been busting out the projects this week and I'm so HAPPY!!! 😊
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Grandma's desk ✔
Pictures hung ✔
Lamp painted ✔
Wallpaper done ✔ 
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Saved this torn and worn wool scarf and turned it Saved this torn and worn wool scarf and turned it into a wreath. Perfect Christmas decor with some sentimental value too. 
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#madaboutplaid #woolscarf
Salvaged architectural pieces made the perfect pic Salvaged architectural pieces made the perfect picture ledges. The black lights were attached to a weathered board found on the ranch. I used the @nestingwithgrace magic light trick so they aren't hard wired. I love how the landing looks with our family photos on display. ❤
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Does your fall decor include 4 bags of candy corn Does your fall decor include 4 bags of candy corn displayed in a thrifted bowl? 
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Almost everything here was thrifted or gifted. Any guesses on what was purchased?
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Early morning. Not my favorite part of the day but Early morning. Not my favorite part of the day but growing on me.
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I've always been a night owl. It was my peak time to get shit done after the household settled down.
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Now, I kinda like the quiet and stillness of an early morning with coffee and nothing to do.
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Maybe it's because my kiddos are grown and it's easier to keep the house maintained without late night cleaning and projects needing attention. 
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Regardless, I'm just grateful for another day to do whatever I want to do. 😊
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Welcome to my office. . Doesn't look much like a t Welcome to my office.
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Doesn't look much like a traditional office but it's where I sit and work most days.
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Paperless should have happened a long time ago. It's so much neater.
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What you don't see here, are my 2 laptops and iPad. I'm tied to technology all day. Not so freeing.
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At the end of the day, it all gets tucked away in a basket. Then I am tethered to the office via my phone. Except weekends.
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Maybe one day I'll get the loft done and have a real office  again. For now,  this works and I like my chair.
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Meet my friends. Brisket, Meatloaf, Big Mac, Patty Meet my friends. Brisket, Meatloaf, Big Mac, Patty Melt, Cheese Curd, Milkshake, Dairy Queen, Milk Dud, Milkyway, Chocolate Chip and Cheeseburger. 
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Amber bottles. Perfect fall decor. Don't ya think? Amber bottles. Perfect fall decor. Don't ya think?
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We have found hundreds of bottles on the property. I'm not kidding.
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Amber, green, blue and clear bottles. HUNDREDS of them. 
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Of those hundreds, I picked these 3 to sit on the mantle. Maybe, I'll add more later. 
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I love the magic of black spray paint. . Just do I love the magic of black spray paint. 
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Just do it. You'll be pleasantly surprised.
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And if you don't like it, grab a different color and spray over it.
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Simple. Easy. Temporary. 
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When a collection becomes art. I like it. . Unique When a collection becomes art. I like it.
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Unique. Added texture. Visually appealing. Fun conversation piece. I love it.
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Finding the beauty in everyday items is the best p Finding the beauty in everyday items is the best part of inexpensive DIYing.
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After we had a bad storm, there were broken limbs and branches all over our yard. I gathered up the branches and made this twig vase.
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Inexpensively made using supplies in my craft stash. It adds character and texture to any seasonal arrangement.
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Why pay over $20 for a pedestal when you can make Why pay over $20 for a pedestal when you can make your own?
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@mycreativedays inspired me to make my own out of a wooden candlestick and a cutting board. Total cost $3.99.
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I love taking old things and repurposing them with a new life.
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