This old Pennsylvania House buffet had seen better days…the doors were broken, the finish was worn, and I almost gave up on it. But instead of replacing it, I decided to give it a new life with paint, appliqués, and some affordable gold hardware for a French cottage look. Supplies […]
Updated October 2025: Refreshed tips and product recommendations for painting over semi-gloss interior doors, including primer advice and step-by-step guidance. Painting over semi-gloss requires a little preparation, but it’s really simple once you know the steps. Since we’re gradually painting our entire house, I thought sharing our experiences might be […]
Want to celebrate the spooky season but limited on space? Check out these Etsy finds to make this Halloween Spooktakular! Post contains affiliate links. Get inspired with more amazing Halloween handmade goods with Etsy’s Halloween Guide! Halloween Decor for the Car We all probably spend more time in the car […]
With older windows and doors, winter often brings drafty breezes, chilly floors, and that lingering “winter chill” in every corner of the house. Many of us live in older homes or simply can’t afford costly window replacements, door upgrades, or major insulation projects. Let’s be honest, those heating bills can […]
Looking for the best DIY closet systems? In this post, I compare three top options we considered, Allen Roth, ClosetMaid, and Easy Track. This guide is designed to help you find the perfect mix of style, customization, and budget! Post contains affiliate links. When we first dipped our toes into […]
See how I decorated a kitchen gallery wall around a light switch, using affordable vintage inspired art and some fun DIYs! Get ideas for styling your own kitchen walls! Post contains affiliate links. When you think of gallery walls, you might picture a huge statement wall filled with frames from […]
These under kitchen sink organization ideas will have you smiling each time you open the cabinet door! The best part is, from Dollar Tree to Walmart, these finds are all super budget friendly! Our under the sink cabinet has become one of those spaces I dread opening when guests are […]
These mini rose bouquets were a quick and affordable little DIY for my son’s school play. as well as a fun way to make use of knockout rose prunings! What do you do with a lot of rose garden clippings? Our beautiful rose bush decided it needed an emergency pruning […]
