The Hallway - Progress and Design Thoughts

A couple of weeks ago I started a project. I have been pretty short on projects this year. Slow on the draw. I don't know why, just haven't had the motivation. But, the weather was warming up so I decided to pull out the paint cans. Here is the hallway when I started.

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How To Update A Wicker Basket With Stain

Sharing a simple project with you today! Another from our bathroom update. :)

Maybe you remember this cute basket corralling some necessities.

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Plans For 2016

How is it possibly Friday already!?! Like many of you I'm sure, I have been busy reclaiming my house after Christmas. I don't know about you but for me there just seems to be things stuffed everywhere during December. And by January I feel like I must clean out all the stuff before the walls close in on me!!

I've been thinking a lot about the direction things will be headed in 2016 and I've nailed down a few things that I would like to accomplish.

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How'd We Do In 2015

Good morning friends and Happy New Year! 

I've never been one to write down goals in the past, but here on the blog I have. And, honestly, it's interesting to go back and look at where I was a year ago and where I am now.

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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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My One Room Challenge Favorites - Fall 2015

I spent the weekend resting and recovering from the One Room Challenge and perusing all the other wonderful guest participants reveals!! Wow! There is a lot of talent out there folks! And yesterday I took the house back! Man, I don't know about you, but when I'm in project mode the rest of the house gets neglected! So, today I thought it would be fun to share some of my favorite ORC challenge makeovers with you today! Go and check them out for yourself! You will surely be inspired!

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One Room Challenge Bathroom Week 3 - The Base

Oh. My. Goodness!! How are we already half way through this challenge?? I had a bit of a freak out yesterday as I sat in our bathroom, contemplating what to do next!! But, honestly this is what I love about the ORC. 

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One Room Challenge Week 2 - A Clean Slate

Hey there! I'm ready to share some One Room Challenge progress! 

Although, my family may not think much has happened. Ha! When you are working in a space that is used daily, you can never get it done fast enough. Am I right? 

Just a reminder of the before. (more before here)

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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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Patio Sectional Update

Hey there! We spent a few days last week in Texas visiting my brother-in-law and sis-in-law. It was HOT but we had a great time! Here are a few highlights from Instagram.

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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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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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Fridays Unfolded Link Party {#147}

I'm a little late to the party today!!  Honestly it totally slipped my mind!  My kids are on their second snow day today and I have been trying to keep everyone busy, including myself!  Good news - the sun has been shining bright in the sky all.day!!  

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Ribbon Makeover

Sometimes the little things help bring things together.  Sometimes I have to take a break from the big projects and just do a small project that I can start and finish in an hour or so.  This project was just that.  

I bought these canvas baskets from Target a few years ago.  They are perfect for holding back yard things by the back door.  One for dog stuff and one for all.the.balls.  

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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 :).

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, Nancherrow, Sew A Fine Seam, and 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.
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