A few weeks ago, I bought some canvases at Michael’s for 70% off, but so far had only used one for this painting. I was itching for something to do a few days ago, so I decided to pull out another one and go to town on another piece of DIY art. I was able […]
Copper Patina Paint Makeover
The last time I used Modern Masters Copper Patina paint, I gave some old clay pots an update. Today, I giving an update to this guy… He looks a little blah, a little too pale, to me. I thought he could use a makeover. I like my men with a little character and color to […]
Easy Fall Decor
For all of you (me included) that aren’t the kind to go crazy each and every holiday with decorating our spaces, but still want a little touch of color and fun, this is the post for you! I’ve rounded up a few easy fall decor ideas that anyone can do, for just a little bit […]
Copper Patina Flower Pots – Modern Masters
Giving New Life to Old Flower Pots – One of the things I’ve been working on is adding texture and pattern to each space around the house. In the past, I liked to keep everything nice and shiny and new looking, but it tended to get a bit boring to look at. I knew I definitely […]
How My Kids Earn TV Time and Spending Money
Want to watch TV in our house or buy a computer game? You have to earn it! Summertime – my favorite time of year. No school, long lazy days, a house that is always a mess and nine million requests to watch tv. Wait… that last part is my least favorite thing about summer. My […]
Pins I Tried: DIY Art
DIY Art One thing my house is seriously lacking is art work. And it’s not for lack of trying. I have a ton of frames, but most are empty and just waiting for a pretty/inspiring/moving/thought provoking piece of art to be placed in them. But more often than not, art pieces of that caliber are […]
Lego Themed Birthday Party
One of my dearest friends from high school, and fellow Pinterest addict, Tracy, has three little munchkins who are seriously the sweetest kids on the planet. And each year on their respective birthdays, there is always a party to celebrate their special day. This year, her son’s party was a Lego themed birthday party. Even […]