Learn how to use maps as wallpaper with this simple DIY tutorial. Discover creative ways to refresh your walls using vintage, modern, or custom maps for a unique and personalized home decor. Every now and then, I see something in our home with fresh eyes. You might remember our map wall. It’s located right as …
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So many of you commented on the pendant light in the reveal of our Farmhouse-Style Breakfast Nook. It was a local find from one of my favorite small shops in Lexington, KY. It had an industrial feel, which both my husband and I love, but the cord drove me crazy. It seemed small compared to …
We’ve got 90 sq ft for a guest bath, laundry room and mudroom. It’s small; but it must be hard-working. That space must provide us coat hooks, towel hooks and hanging space for laundered clothes — plus ample storage. Oh, and I’d like it to be pretty. That is why the most important detail — …
Transform your space with this easy DIY map wallpaper tutorial. Learn how to use maps as wallpaper to create a unique, personal touch in any room. Plus, it won’t damage walls and is perfect for renting! Since we moved into this house I’ve been removing wallpaper; but last week I hung some wallpaper. Well, sort …
You might remember this photo from an update on our bathroom renovation. The large hole is an old medicine cabinet {I’m guessing} and the torn-up walls are due to the glue that was on the back of the large vanity mirror. The other 3 walls were in much better shape, but still needed plenty of …
Last Monday, I showed you our window seat. Today, my husband, Mike, is making his blog-world debut to tell you what we learned while building the window seat in our living room. Supplies 2x4s Beadboard Plywood Self-Drilling Wood Screws Piano Hinges Wood Trim {we used scraps from other projects} Finishing Nails Paintable Caulk Wood Filler …
Earlier this week I shared some inspiration for my entry. This is one of my favorites: I especially love that rug. I have always wanted to try out some of the painted rug tutorials I have seen on Pinterest & around the Blogosphere. So since I’m working on my entry, and love this photo of …
What’s a {Reverse} Knock-Off? Well, I made it up. At least I think I did. It might exist somewhere else out there in cyberspace. I didn’t copyright it or anything. 🙂 In January, Anthropologie opened in Lexington. Based on our upcoming Anthro Love Series, you can probably guess I was excited. We headed there the …
I really like the look of Vintage Botanical Charts but hadn’t come across them in thrift stores or flea markets. I love these examples below, but authentic charts are definitely out of my price range. However, on a recent trip to a flea market in Lexington I came across this botanical-style poster for $2. I …