7 Self-Help Books I’m Listening to Right Now
At the beginning of every New Year, I can't help but get excited about the idea of a fresh new start. The question has to be asked, how can I improve my life and the lives of my family? How can I do better? It's not that things are terrible, things are good. It's the...
Life As Art
Another Saturday and another look at living Life As Art. With Valentine's Day around the corner, the day of love has been on my mind. When I was in high school I dreaded the holiday. Sixth-period flowers would be given out, but I never got one! No one wanted to be...
4 Tips to Finding Thrift Store Deals
Our home is filled with thrifted furniture and home decor. When we were first married this was really the only way we could afford to furnish our home. Now years later, I still shop thrift stores because of the high-quality items I find there (they just don't make...
DIY Floating Floral Window Party Decoration
We had a birthday party for our sweet Elsa the other day. It's hard to believe my baby is ten years old! Of course, I wanted to make her party decorations absolutely beautiful and I set out to do it with the environment in mind. Instead of balloons, I chose faux...
Modern Dollar Store Pedestal DIY
Hey friends! Ever feel like doing a craft project, but you only have a little time? I've got the best and probably the chicest hour craft for you today! Save this one on Pinterest and put it on your list because it's a satisfying project that is sure to turn out...
Life As Art
Happy February friends! Much to celebrate this month and the first thing that comes to mind is Black History. Yes, February has been designated Black history month, but for me, every month is Black history month. Just like every month should be women's history month....
A Quick Way to Frame a Bathroom Mirror
Last week I showed you a couple of projects we finished in the kid's bathroom. Today I'm sharing a quick way to frame a bathroom mirror. You can find how we replaced the shower doors with curtains HERE and how we built an upcycled shelf HERE. Check them out! They are...
5 of the Best Places to Shop for Affordable Bedding
Affordable bedding can also be cozy, high quality bedding. Today I'm sharing with you 5 of the best places to shop for affordable bedding. There's nothing like coming home from a long day and plopping down onto a beautiful, soft, well-made bed. Just such a universally...
Life As Art
No way is this the last Saturday of January! Wait, it really is? Fine, I accept the reality and I'll enjoy the last few days of the first month of 2023. Hope you all have been keeping warm and setting some positive intentions for 2023. It's never too late to begin a...
Upcycled Shelving Using Wood and Cardboard
Do you sometimes get a burst of inspiration that can't be ignored? Even if it sounds a little crazy? Recently an idea came to mind based on wanting three things. Save money. Save the planet. Save time. That second one is a little grandiose, but hey, I dream big....
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