Tuesday, December 29, 2015

Top 10 Posts of 2015

Hey there! I hope everyone had a great Christmas! I know we sure did! Blessings upon blessings!

I always like to take a minute and look back over the past year as the new year is approaching. And, today I'd like to do that with you by sharing the top 10 most viewed posts of 2015 ranked by you the reader! :)

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Thursday, November 12, 2015

Bathroom Makeover - One Room Challenge Reveal

It's done! It's wonderful! And I LOVE it!!
Lots of painting happened in this room, lots of DIY's, and lots of bargain shopping. I shared with you my budget last week and in the end I came in just over $300!! I love being able to get the look I want for less!
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Thursday, October 8, 2015

Bathroom Update Inspiration - One Room Challenge Week 1

So, here I go! Jumping in with Linda and the One Room Challenge again
I was so happy with the results from the last time, that I thought I would try again with a very neglected room - our second bathroom.


This is the bathroom that is shared by all (4) of our kids and is used by guests. Yikes is right! Maybe now you can understand why it's been neglected. 

This bathroom really needs a head to toe renovation, but that just hasn't made it to the top of the budget list as of yet. So, a few months back I was reading The Nester's post on doing an in-between, good-enough update, and I said to myself "yes" this is what I need to do. Throw out the all or nothing attitude again and just make it better...without spending too much $$$. Here is an idea of the direction I am heading.


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Tuesday, September 8, 2015

In The Quiet

Good morning friends. I am writing to you from the quiet. 

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Monday, August 10, 2015

Patio Reveal!!

I am finally ready to reveal our patio and call it complete!! This has definitely been a process that has taken way longer than I would like. It's finally done and it's 100+ degrees outside, but hey, fall will be here soon and we will again be able to sit outside without melting. It all started here with some dreaming. Some things came to be and others not so much. The yard still needs some help in the landscaping department - all in good time.

So, no more waiting, no more teasing - here it is!!
Lots of pictures coming your way!!

At day...


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Wednesday, April 29, 2015

Stenciled Entryway

If you follow me on instagram you got a sneak peek at the beginning of this project.  I've never stenciled a wall before so this was definitely an adventure!!  But, man oh man do I LOVE the outcome.

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Tuesday, April 14, 2015

Spring Mantel

I know, I know, I just did a post about my mantel decor.  :) But, ya know that was for Easter and Easter's over so I needed something fresh that would last for a while.


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Wednesday, April 8, 2015

Zoo Prints Gallery Wall

I'm back today to share with you the easy-peasy gallery wall of zoo prints I did for our youngest son's new room.

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Wednesday, April 1, 2015

Tween Boy Bedroom Reveal

I know it seems like it has taken me a long time to finish the kids' rooms!!  In reality the majority of the work has been done for a while, just tough to catch the room clean enough for good photos!! :)

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Thursday, March 12, 2015

Bringing New Life to the Built-Ins (again)

Hello there!  You might have noticed that the walls, and the brick weren't the only things that got a little paint love in our family room.  The built-ins also received some in the form of color this time! 


Several years back I transformed the built-ins from ugly-orange-oak to a beautiful almost white.  I loved them, but knowing everything else was going to be almost white I wanted to add some color in somewhere.  I have pinned so many images of bookshelves with the backs painted, so I decided this would be a great place to add a hint of color. Nothing too bold - just some navy blue (the same navy blue I used for the feature wall in our master bedroom).  :)

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Tuesday, March 10, 2015

Family Room Progress - Paint

A couple of weeks ago I hinted to the progress that I made in our family room.  Well, I'm finally back today to share with you more pics of our now light and bright family room!

I have to go back to Christmas for before pics because I was a bad blogger and didn't take any before I started painting.  I was too excited!!


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Wednesday, March 4, 2015

Sunny Day-Dreamin'

It's another cold and cloudy day here.  And I'm over it.  Sorry, but my soul needs sunshine!!  So, I thought I would at least turn my thoughts toward sunny days!

Our backyard has evolved over the years we have lived here.  But, very little has been done to make it a pretty and comfortable space to be in. 

I have been scheming in my mind for several years a long list of improvements for the space to make it more user friendly.  We shall see if it actually happens this year - ha!!

Today I will share with you a little inspiration. And hopefully spread some warm vibes!! Sources are listed where available (please pin from the source).  Enjoy!

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Tuesday, February 24, 2015

What's Happenin'

I haven't forgotten about y'all I promise.  All sorts of things have been happenin' around here lately, I just haven't had a chance to pull it together to share with you guys!  ;)  So, today is a round-up of sorts.  A peek into our lives so to speak.

Some progress has been made in the family room update.  We contemplated paint colors for the walls.  And re-arranged furniture! 


Then there was a birthday in the house. :)  So, progress put on hold for more important things.


The kids had a day off from school, so we sorted through clothes.  My boys have been growing like little weeds!


Paint was chosen and painting began.


The house was a mess and laundry had piled up, so progress paused while I did some laundry.  As I was doing laundry, I realized I was running low on laundry soap, so I whipped up a batch.  


It's all gelled (is that a word?) and ready to be poured into containers!

Then the snow came.


And that meant some sledding.  (so thankful for a hubby and a dad who loves getting out and playing with his kids no matter the conditions...I hate the cold)


The snow makes me more and more mindful of my oldest and others I know who are among the many in the New England area that are buried under several feet of snow...not inches. I am thankful for technology that allows me to see his smiling face from time to time.  Makes this mama heart feel much better - you can tell a lot from just seeing their face, am I right?? (I screen-shot this while we were face-timing the other night - he would not keep his phone still, so the pic is blurry ;))

 

Finally the painting was finished and all the furniture back in place.  Nothing much is styled and pretty yet, so not quite ready for a complete reveal, but here's a sneak peek. Still lots to do, but we are definitely headed in the right direction! And, I am loving the new furniture arrangement!


See, I told you we've been busy!!  Hopefully I will be back soon to share more details of the family room transformation.  Thanks for following along on our little adventures :).


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Thursday, February 19, 2015

Fridays Unfolded Link Party {#145}

I'm so sorry I have been absent this week. I have been carrying some mommy burdens on my heart, and just haven't been able to get it together!  Please tell me I'm not alone :).

It's time to party here again!  I love our weekly get-togethers, don't you?


Some of my favs from last week:

Remember, If you are pinning one of these great ideas for yourself, please click over to the original link and pin from there - thanks!

I know Valentine's day is over, but you should definitely pin this adorable table from Heather as inspiration for next year!  I love the nontraditional color scheme :)

Colorful Valentine's Tablescape from Encouraged at Home

I so wish I had a room dedicated to crafts, and if I did I would hope it would look something like Melissa's!  Isn't it gorgeous??

Sewing Room Makeover from Cornbread and Beans

With all the mess in the world these days, seriously all we need is love.  Thanks for the reminder Elaine!!  Cute globe too :)

Valentine Message from Heart Rocks In My Pocket

Remember to grab a button for your blog if you were featured!!


As always remember to check out the other hostesses as each hostess chooses their own features. :)  Also make sure you check out our pinterest boards.  One board is for features and one board is for other things that may have caught our eye.



Now it's your turn to share what's unfolded for you this week!! 

You remember the rules ;)

  • Follow ALL of our hostesses in some way: Frazzled JOY, NancherrowSew A Fine Seamand Skipping Sideways
  • Link up as many posts as you like - recipes, decorating, faith, kids, homeschooling, humor, giveaways...whatever unfolded for you lately.
  • Grab the code and post the party button or linked text somewhere on your blog.
  • Visit a few links (it's a party, people!).
  • Pin only from the original posts.
  • By joining Fridays Unfolded you are giving us permission to post a linked photo from your shared post.



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