It’s been a while since I’ve posted about second-hand shopping, so I thought I’d share a bit about my methods. Enjoy! Keep a list on your phone You’ll be surprised what you can find that is very specific to what you want. I didn’t learn this trick until recently, and I’m continually amazed at how… Read More Tips based on how I thrift
We are well into the hustle and bustle of Holy Week over here, but I figured I’d pop in and say that I just had an enormous Amazon package delivered, and it feels great. I am a classic under-buyer, and given that my word for 2018 is less—please note I even wrote specifically about ordering… Read More Under-buying
Something I’ve been working on lately that’s very much in the “done is better than perfect” mindset is chipping away at big projects rather than thinking in terms of completion. Let’s take painting the master bathroom as an example. My natural instinct is to plan and prep—I am an outstanding planner, if I do say… Read More Chipping away at big projects
We finally had some cool weather around here, so I made some pumpkin spice latte—decaf because I’m a caffeine wimp!—and decorated for Halloween. I love this little tablescape. I whipped up the runner with some sale fabric and an orange zigzag stitch. You’ll see the leftover fabric on the mantel. The dish was a thrift… Read More Halloween Decorations
I was recently inspired by Kilee’s holiday wreath over at One Little Momma. Hydrangeas are my favorite flowers, and I’ve been wanting to make a wreath for a while, so this was just the perfect project for me. I decided to make spring, fall, and Christmas versions. But I had two potential problems in mind… Read More 3-in-1 Wreath Tutorial
One of my favorite things to do is create stovetop infusions. They fill your home with light, pleasant fragrances and are so easy and inexpensive to make. I’m sensitive to most home fragrance products, especially scented candles and plug–ins. I run through the perfume counters at Macy’s like an Olympic sprinter! But the fragrances from… Read More Stovetop Infusions for a Cozy Home
I suppose I should preface this post with a disclaimer: I can’t really sew. I mean, I can sew but not very well. For some people, sewing is a welcome escape and an opportunity for creative expression. For me, sewing is a time for weeping and gnashing of teeth. My biggest success has been cloth… Read More Make Your Own Cloth Napkins
I love decorating for holidays. I’m not someone who redecorates my house constantly or even has many options when it comes to decorating—hello, renting!—but I like how holiday decorations change it up a bit throughout the year. Lately, I’ve been trying to simplify holiday decor. I don’t want to have to haul out tons of… Read More Easter Decorations