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Powder Bathroom Art & Meaningful Items Wrap Up

Happy March 1st! Today marks the end of my “Adding Meaning to Our Home” mini series, and I’m wrapping up everything I’ve done to make our home extra special! But before I do that, we have one last...

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Herringbone Side Table Makeover

Sometimes things happen that make you want to cry. You cry out of sadness, out of joy, out of sorrow and you cry because of happiness. This little side table made we want to cry, but out of pure joy...

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March In Review

Another month gone, and what a busy month it was! Just in case you missed something, here’s March in review. I started the month by ending my mini series showing how simple it is to add meaning to your...

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Fabric Wrapped Frame With Wire Mesh

When we bought our farm, we inherited a ton of fencing that needed removed. The first few months while our house was being built, Anthony and I spent every night and weekend with the tractor pulling...

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Mudroom Bench Makeover- Take 2

A while back I grabbed this little bench for free. We needed something for the mudroom ASAP, so I gave it a fast makeover. It served its purpose well, but I’ve been craving a little bit different look....

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DIY Cardboard Numbers

I recently decided to change the mudroom coat rack/ frame. I was ready for it to say something besides “Home” and Something more like: 1, 2, 3, 4, 5. Totally original, I know, but numbers are so...

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Grain Sack Inspired Mini Burlap Pouch

A while back, I had this idea of a small burlap pouch with a grain sack inspired logo. I’ve made this project so many times in my head, that it feels good to actually have it done. And I must say, it...

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Sunburst Stick Wreath

We have this willow tree. It likes to self shed. A lot. And I like to use the sticks. (See here, here or here for proof!) We have a good relationship this tree & I. It’s super strong. As I was...

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DIY “Farm” Sign

A while back I received a new PB magazine in the mail. After browsing through all those lovely glossy pages, my mind was in sign building mode. I was soo inspired by a few of their signs, that...

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Split Stump Side Table- $30 Thursday

Happy $30 Thursday to ya! April, Jen and I have some fabulous projects in store for you today! Oh how we LOVE $30 Thursday! Here’s mine! A while back, I had a great idea pop into my head… an outdoor...

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Front Porch Welcome Flag

Since we built our home, I’ve been trying to spruce up our curb appeal and front porch. We started with a completely blank slate and lots of rocks. We’re still working on the yard, and I’m sure that...

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Easy Driftwood Mirror

Can you guess what today is? Yes, it’s Thursday. But it’s not just any Thursday. It’s $30 Thursday! Get excited! For this round, I grabbed a whole heap of inspiration from one of my (& your)...

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Whitewashed Dresser Makeover

I stepped out of my comfort zone with this one. Typically I keep everything pretty safe & neutral with furniture, especially when I’m refinishing them. There’s nothing worse than putting a ton of...

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To Buy or Make: Driftwood Mirror

Do you remember my driftwood mirror? Well, it literally didn’t cost me a penny. I had everything on hand and the driftwood was from my aunt & uncle’s ranch. The funny thing is, I just received an...

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Mason Jar Soap Pump

I’ve had a major crush on mason jar soap pumps since I first saw them. What a brilliant idea. I mean really, what’s not to love? Even though you may have already seen 101 of them, I’m going to share my...

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DIY Burlap Flag

Welcome to the project that almost wasn’t. I almost gave up on it. Twice. Generally, I’m a patient person. I can handle situations that prove to be challenging and if anything, I’ll do it just because...

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1 Tray, 5 Ways

It’s no secret that I love the DIY rustic chalkboard tray that I shared a while back. Not only was it easy to make, but it’s so versatile. Today, I’m sharing 5 different ways that it can be used. 1....

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Burlap Welcome Banner

Today I’m sharing a project I originally posted last fall… I seriously love this banner! Not only is it such a simple and cheap project, but it looks amazing and it’s completely versatile! I can’t wait...

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How To Make A Plaid Banner

One of the things that I love most about our fall shelves this year, is the plaid banner. Not only did it finish everything off, but it added another depth of texture. And it was so simple to make!...

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Railroad Spike Wall Hook Rack

Hey there! I’m back today with another powder bathroom update! Because we love wood grain at the WGC, we decided to make a unique wall hook rack for our powder bathroom… with railroad spikes! Woo wee,...

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