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Have you ever shopped second-hand for a vintage dresser? Learn how to refinish a vintage dresser. A dresser makeover is an affordable storage solution. Disclosure: Supplies for this project were provided by DecoArt. All opinions are mine alone. It’s the third edition of the Thrift Store Decor Upcycle Challenge for 2017. As a quick reminder, we …

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Learn how to make DIY Leather Drawer Pulls with labels for a child’s bedroom. A small dresser with curved drawers is updated with DIY leather drawer pulls. I’m a firm believer in not rushing the decorating process. I don’t force decision-making. I’ll shop for the right piece of furniture for months. I’m okay with imperfection and …

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Learn how to reupholster an ottoman with a Mexican blanket. An old leather ottoman gets a bohemian-style, Aztec makeover. I own furniture that I’m not all that excited about. For example; early in our marriage we bought a faux leather storage bench. It’s practical and functional; but isn’t hitting high marks in style. That is, …

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This post has been sponsored by Serena and Lily, but the opinions expressed are 100% my own. Several weeks ago, Serena and Lily contacted me about trying a luxury sheet set from their bedding collection. It was the perfect timing because the fitted sheet in our Master Bedroom had become threadbare. Very threadbare. In fact, by the time our new …

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Happy New Years Eve! As appropriate, when one year closes and another begins, I’m taking a few moments to reflect on how we created a home in 2016. Custom Trim-Work Both our Guest Bath and Mudroom/Laundry Room are surrounded with classic Board and Batten with wall hooks. The trim-work transformed the space from builder-basic to custom-made… and we …

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