Basic Beet Dough for Dumplings or Tortillas
It’s that time of year where we all start making themed or colored food for our loves. This basic beet dough is colored for an appetizing shade of pink to make cute…
Planning a Holiday Cookies Exchange Party
The holidays are a time for family, friends, and of course, delicious food! If you’re looking for a fun and festive way to celebrate the season, why not throw a holiday cookies…
Barbecue Chicken Quesadillas
Looking for an easy and delicious weeknight meal? Look no further than these barbecue chicken quesadillas! With just a few ingredients, you can have a fantastic meal that everyone will love. Plus,…
Thanksgiving Traditions and Memories
Thanksgiving is here and we’re all bloated from eating too much. So we thought we’d share some Thanksgiving traditions and memories that Chantelle and I each have with our families. Chantelle’s Thanksgiving Chantelle…
Painting Glass Mason Jars
Painting Glass Mason jars is a great way to get a custom look for whatever glass jar project your heart desires. They make great inexpensive centerpieces, too. Recently, Chantelle’s parents celebrated their…
Monticello – A Bucket List Trip
In September 2016, we took a trip to Washington DC for my husband’s birthday. We had been looking for something exciting to do, and we thought it would be fun to visit…
A Visit to Magnolia – Part Two
Last week we mentioned we had a visit to Magnolia in Texas. This will be part two of that trip, as there was so much to see. My favorite part of our…
A Visit to Magnolia – Part One
At the beginning of October, Chantelle and I took a business trip down to Texas. We were going to visit many of our retailers who carry Bungalow 47 Furniture Paint. Since we…
A Look at the Country Living Fair in Georgia
Last month, one of our B47 crew headed south to attend the Country Living Fair in Stone Mountain, Georgia. These fairs are always a great place to check out trends and…
Memories in Round Top, Texas
As Chantelle and I prepare to head to Antiques Week in Round Top, Texas, I can’t help but ponder the last time we were there. We have made many memories in Round…
What Makes It a Dream House Anyway?
Lately, my dreams have become more ‘daydreams’ then nighttime ones. It’s probably because by the time I go to sleep I am more comatose and unable to remember anything. But I’ve been…
3 Things That Make a House a Home
I’m sharing the 3 things that make a house a home. Home has changed a lot for us lately. Being an empty nester is weird. Our house is quiet, there’s no sporting…
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…
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…
I’d Like to Buy a Vowel…
I’m headed to Round Top Antiques Market and I’d like to buy a vowel please! When it comes to decorating with salvage letters, I’m a FAN! I love everything about them….