A shed doesn't have to be an eyesore! Use these outdoor storage shed makeover ideas to add function and charm to your garden. More often than not, when I start a project, I have no idea how it's going to turn out when it's finished. Over the years, I've had just as many failures as successes. My project for this summer was the storage shed in our backyard. It was here when we bought the house, which was 26 years ago. I've had it painted once, but that's it. That paint job was faded and chipped, ... continue reading...
Home Style Saturdays: Accessories, Basements, Bedrooms & More!
In this post: Colorful outdoor summer dining, basement floor plan ideas, tips for using decor accessories, a rustic peach tart recipe, a French style summer bedroom, fruit centerpiece arrangements, and a sweet toile chair upholstery project. Welcome to today's edition of Home Style Saturdays...a place to come and be inspired for all things related to making a home you love, from DIYs to room updates and everything in between (including a recipe every now and then!) I hope this finds you all ... continue reading...
Lavender Lemonade Recipe: Almost Homemade
An easy, almost-homemade, lavender lemonade recipe that uses either fresh lemons or lemon juice concentrate. Either way it's delicious! I love the taste of lavender, but it does have a strong, sort of woodsy taste. One way to compliment and tone down that taste is to pair lavender with another flavor that's equally as strong. That's why lavender and lemon are the perfect pair. This lavender lemonade recipe is made with simple syrup, so the actual lavender taste is light and in the ... continue reading...
How to Freeze Zucchini The Easy Way
In this post: How to freeze zucchini the easy way! Step by step directions for freezing zucchini to use in cookies, cakes & breads. It's that time of year. Even though summer is definitely still here, I have to admit I'm thinking about fall. I'm not ready for it...just thinking about it. One of my favorite things to do when the cooler days appear is retreat to my kitchen and bake. Fall recipes mean comfort food. Comfort food means homemade bread fresh from the oven. One of my favorite ... continue reading...
Home Style Saturdays No. 95: A Bathroom, A Bedroom & Shopping
Hello and welcome to Home Style Saturdays...where you can be inspired by DIY & decor ideas, room updates, shopping tips, and everything in between! Before we get to the links, I have a couple of reminders: The garden-themed giveaway ends tomorrow. If you haven't entered, but would like to, click [HERE.] I'm sharing my affordable picks from the Nordstrom Anniversary Sale. I've shopped the sale before but never shared it on the blog. You can see everything [HERE.] If you aren't an OSP ... continue reading...
Nordstrom Anniversary Sale 2018: My Affordable Picks & A Few Splurges!
Shop the Nordstrom Anniversary Sale easily and from the comfort of your own home. I'm sharing my affordable picks along with some other items that I love. Happy shopping! The Nordstram Anniversary Sale is here. I've shopped the sale online before, but this is the first time I'll be sharing my favorite things with you. There are literally thousands of items included in the sale and even though I haven't seen them all, I've seen quite a few! I will continue to go through the different ... continue reading...
5 Easy Tips for Buying Accent Chairs & Choices Under $250!
In this post: 5 things to look for when buying accent chairs. Whether you want a set or just one, this accent chair guide will help you choose! *Affiliate and sponsored links included. Click HERE for my disclosure statement. When decorating a living space, many elements are involved. Sofas, chairs, tables, rugs, soft furnishings, etc. This post concentrates on chairs, which can be broken down into two categories: comfortable arm chairs (that are used for lounging) and accent chairs. Accent ... continue reading...
Best Herbal Tea Recipes To Make At Home
The best herbal tea recipes to make at home. Use your own dried herbs and have freshly brewed tea every day and in just a few minutes! Drinking tea is cozy...and it just makes you feel better. The first thing I think of in regards to tea is Mrs. Patmore, in the kitchen of Downton Abbey, and how she firmly believed that a cup of tea was the solution to every problem imaginable. Tea is comforting, it's flavorful, and it's good for you. Here are three of the best herbal tea recipes that anyone ... continue reading...
