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March 2017

March 13, 2017

Easy Spring DIY

Spring is almost officially here, even though our yard was covered in snow this past...

March 09, 2017

How we’re slowly transforming our fireplace

The fireplace is supposed to be the focal point of the room, the heart of...

March 06, 2017

I DIYed that [week 2]

It time to show us how you "I DIYed That" again- not just for bloggers, but...

February 2017

February 27, 2017

I DIYed That [Week 1]

I have some exciting news this week! I have teamed up with two amazing bloggers...

February 01, 2017

Farmhouse Kitchen Island DIY

Once upon a time, there was a kitchen island. It wasn't a grand kitchen island....

January 2017

January 16, 2017

Reupholstering a Wingback Chair: a No-Sew method

When life gives you lemons, you make lemonade. And when your Mother-in-law gives you an...

January 13, 2017

How I’m becoming a better Mom in 30 days

I'm a failure as a mother. Oh, I wish I could smile and laugh and...

December 2016

December 16, 2016

Last minute gift idea: Homemade Apple Butter

Christmas is almost here and are you like me - still scrambling for gift ideas,...

December 11, 2016

Christmas Home Tour {2016} Homes for the Holidays

Hey y'all and welcome to our Almost Farmhouse! Grab a cup of your favorite warm...

December 09, 2016

Easy DIY Buffalo Check wreath for only $10

Are you loving all the buffalo check like me? I see that beautiful red and...

December 06, 2016

15 Elf on the Shelf Ideas to help you this holiday season

Ding Dong the Elf on the Shelf is dead! I know I should be sad...

November 2016

November 18, 2016

Simple holiday wall decor that you can make for less than $25

With Thanksgiving just days away, so many of us are pulling out all our Christmas decorations...

November 17, 2016

10 gorgeous Thanksgiving tablescapes that you can create on your own!

There are a few things where I'd consider myself a rockstar. Being a professional vocalist,...

November 10, 2016

Vintage Inspired Laundry Room – Final Reveal!

We are finally here - Week 6 of Calling It Home's One Room Challenge! It's...

November 03, 2016

DIY Drying Rack and Folding Table – One Room Challenge Week 5

I'm in love with my laundry room. My husband has caught me standing in this...

October 2016

October 27, 2016

Creating a built-in mudroom bench – ORC Week 4

I'm not on speaking terms with my sons' shoes. When I come home from running...

October 25, 2016

DIY Flooring: How we changed our kitchen in 3 days for less than $400

Do you have ugly floors that you can't stand, but don't know how to change...

October 20, 2016

Vintage Laundry Room Makeover – updating the floors

The dreaded beast is gone! That humongo eye sore of a water heater is now...

October 18, 2016

Decorating with heirlooms: how to create unique artwork

Is it wrong that an inanimate object makes you swoon? I am in love with my...

October 13, 2016

Vintage Inspired Laundry Room: Painting the cabinets

Another exciting week of the One Room Makeover hosted by Linda from Calling it Home...

October 07, 2016

How to update your dated bathroom when the budget runs out

Living in a dated home you've been loving back to life? Do you still have a...

October 06, 2016

Creating a Vintage Inspired Laundry Room: One Room Challenge Week 1

I may have just bitten off more than I can chew. I've never participated in...

September 2016

September 27, 2016

How to Make Your Own Burlap Garland

What is it about itchy burlap that feels like fall? This time of the...

July 2016

July 29, 2016

Pallet Light Box for your Kitchen Island

Ever create something that just doesn't work anymore? Have you ever had to break up...

July 15, 2016

Embroidered Coffee Cozy

Can you believe we are already halfway thru June? Only 2 weeks until our school...

April 2015

April 06, 2015

Farmhouse Style Table Makeover for $20 – How we did it and mistakes to avoid!

When we were putting the finishing touches on our Dining Room Makeover, one thing really...

March 2015

March 30, 2015

DIY Art…More Printed Dictionary Pages

My cute Plantation Desk needed some artwork to give it some pizazz, but our budget...

March 26, 2015

Making Over My Dining Room and How to Paint Dentil Moulding… the EASY way!

We have completely overhauled our dining room and are so excited to show you the...

January 2015

January 30, 2015

Our Amazing $5000 Farmhouse Kitchen Remodel

We are sharing our secrets on how we saved money on our Farmhouse kitchen remodel...

January 08, 2015

How to Save Thousands on Hardwood Flooring

Installing Hardwood flooring can be expensive, but it doesn't have to be! Here is how...