Our house has what we New Mexicans call a “nicho,” or a little area recessed into the wall, on one side of the hall leading in from our front door. Since this space is the closest thing we have to a formal entry, I like to use this little spot as a place to showcase…
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12 (More) Why Didn’t I Think of That? Tips
Sometimes it’s the simplest ideas that are the most ingenious, and I’ve rounded up 12 such tips all in one handy place. These household ideas are sure to have you wondering, “Why didn’t I think of that?” Enjoy! one.Put a Dosage Checklist on Medicine Bottles @ Landee See, Landee Do What a sanity saver…
Chalkboard Picket Fence Pallet Tutorial
The moment I switch my calendar to March, I automatically shift into spring mode. All this week, I’ve been sharing the details of my spring mantel, which represents my first springtime project of the year. Without a doubt, the star of the display is my vibrant turquoise chalkboard picket fence pallet. I shared a few weeks…
No-Sew Fabric Medallions
Yesterday I posted the “tour” of my spring mantel, which I created based on the March Southern Living cover. I love finding design inspiration in unlikely places! To punch up my display, I decided to add some fun medallion accents, which were inspired by these medallions shared by Jen at Tatertots and Jello…
Vibrant Spring Mantel
The March issue of Southern Living arrived on my doorstep late last week, and I was immediately smitten with the gorgeous springtime scene pictured on its cover. Stunning, no? Something about that turquoise door juxtaposed against those bright pink and green hues lit a fire under me, and I knew immediately I wanted to use…
Building a Raised-Bed Garden
In January, I shared my 12 major DIY goals for 2012, with a different project designated for each month of the year. So far, things are going great! I shared earlier this month the Hallway Command Center I created to fulfill my February goal (a board and batten hallway), and this weekend, the fam and…
4 Practical Tips for Staying Organized
Attention Publix Shoppers! From February 23–29 you can participate in P&G’s “One List Life” promotion, available exclusively at Publix: simply select any four fabulous participating P&G items and pick up a FREE Rotisserie Chicken while you’re at it! Learn more at www.savingspg.com. *** One thing I have realized as our family has continued to grow:…
12 (More) Why Didn’t I Think of That Ideas
Wilted Celery – Cut slice off bottom, Place in glass of water in fridge to recrisp.Slice of bread to prevent brown sugar from hardening. Other great tips for dealing with hard-as-a-rock brown sugar at TipNut.ZipperMagic Eraser bulkWrite with dry-erase marker on top of washer Amy @ Positively SplendidHaving grown up in a home brimming with…
How to Dress Up Furniture with Fabric
After sharing all about George’s nursery last month, I neglected to post about the little side table next to the upholstered rocker. Thank you so much to the reader who reminded me to do so by sending an email asking about this piece!I mentioned before how my goal in planning the nursery was to use…
Book Donation Totes
Happy Presidents’ Day, everyone! With many school-aged kids enjoying a day off, I thought today would be the perfect opportunity to share a project that enables children to use their creativity to benefit others! Books are the most crucial part of any child’s educational foundation. Sadly, there are all too many kids who lack a…