How to Create a Cozy Home
I made a big move. Not just any move, but the “official downsizing, all of our children are married” kind of move. I didn’t mean to do it, well I did, just…
DIY Crackle Finish with School Glue
DIY Crackle Finish. Celebrating back to school with a fun DIY crackle finish with school glue and Bungalow 47 chalk type paint. Creating a Crackle Finish Creating a crackle finish is fun,…
How to paint with a Clay + Chalk Paint
Have you ever wondered how to paint with a clay and chalk paint? Creating a textured surface or a smooth surface is easy with a chalk type paint. Follow along as we…
How to Prepare Furniture Before Painting
Many people say that you can just begin painting furniture with no prep. That is true for some pieces. But you will get better results if you take a bit of care…
Advanced Painting Technique – Textured Clay Finish
Recently we had the opportunity to hold a ‘retailer training retreat’ at the summer cottage. There’s nothing like planning, learning and working while staring at a lake. After all the laughing we did,…
Rose Bowl Flea – Ready for Bargains!
It ‘s time to head to the Rose Bowl Flea – ready for bargains! It’s that time of year again, where the weather gets better and people are out hunting for…
Warehouse Sale
Do you remember when you were a kid, the anticipation of Christmas morning? What would you find under the tree? Will they like your gift? Will you wake up to an ideallyic…
The Prairie in Round Top, Texas
The Prairie in Round Top, Texas is one of our favorite places to go! Since it is the week of fun in Round Top, Texas right now, I thought I would…
Bringing Travel Inspiration to Your Home
We often get inspired when we travel by beautiful things we see. Bringing travel inspiration to your home is a fun way of making that magic last! I live in a ‘house…
5 Ways to Making Big Changes
I don’t know if you’re like me, but I’m a ‘right now’ girl. If I get an idea, I want to do it right away. If I think I need something, I…
Tips for Better Room Function
It’s always fun to make changes to your space and make it feel fresh. Today we are sharing tips for better room function. Assess Your Rooms I realize most of you may…
Tray Chic
Trays are a fun way to display items in your home. They can be so tray chic! A Collection of Trays I have a little ‘tray’ problem. Actually, you could say I…
Bring it On Home!
I recently traveled to a flea market in New York and had to get creative with my treasures to bring it on home. Headed to the Flea Market I recently attended the…
Jill’s Weekend in New England
Traveling always brings good inspiration. Check out Jill’s weekend in New England. One of the perks of having a husband who travels is occasionally he will ask, “do you want to come…
Please Don’t Say it’s Over!
Summer spent at the lake cottage is magical. But when the fall comes, we are always sad. Please don’t say it’s over. Little Lake Cottage It’s after Labor Day and all I…
I Need a Makeover
Chantelle and I are always out picking for vintage finds. We are always finding furniture, that if they could talk would say, I need a makeover! Furniture Makeover Climbing out of bed…