A fun and simple makeover to any headboard starts with your perfect fabric. I’ve thought of painting my dark brown bedframe numerous times to give it a fresh look. And although paint is always a good option, I fell in love with the beauty of mudcloth as soon as I laid eyes on it. I purchased my very first mudcloth from D+K Renewal, the cutest … Continue reading DIY: Mudcloth Headboard
What if I told you this time of the year used to be my darkest. It felt like the biggest downside to moving to New Mexico was having to leave my South Carolina roots and family traditions behind. Thanksgiving became my “trigger holiday” as I missed the sound of everyone gathering and endless plates of good food. No matter who was upset with whom, on … Continue reading Always a Happy Place
On August 29, I nearly had my entire house flooded because of a leak in my bathroom. The aftermath has been one of the most traumatic times I’ve experienced since becoming a homeowner. From juggling insurance paperwork, contractors, the adjuster, constantly changing timelines, oh and the mortgage company too- I’ve nearly lost it a few times. Somehow here I am nearly 3 months later still … Continue reading What A Disaster
I love hunting a good bargain, but this one may go down in history as one of the greatest! According to Wikipedia, Heriz rugs are Persian rugs from the area of Heris, East Azerbaijan in northwest Iran, northeast of Tabriz. Persian Heriz rugs are typically crimson red and Persian blue, combined with varied neutrals. It’s featured pattern include a central medallion motif surrounded by rectilinear … Continue reading Bargain Hunted: Authentic Persian Rug
My home has definitely been a labor of love. From DIYs to extreme thrifting, I am proud of every ounce of sweat I’ve put in to making my home reflect who I am. I hope that everyone takes some time today to appreciate your own hard work and achievements and the hard work of those who came before us. Continue reading Labor of Love
I can’t believe it’s been 5 years since I took a leap of faith and became a homeowner! At that time, the only thing at the forefront of my mind was to put down roots so my son could have a neighborhood to grow up in just like every classic tv show. I remember after closing going into a deep depression wondering if I had … Continue reading 5 Year Housiversary
The minute I saw these midnight black champagne flutes at an estate sale I knew it was perfect for my wine cabinet. I guess you can call it a house swap! A short time later I found matching wine glasses…I guess you can call that a gift from the universe! Continue reading How It Started vs How It’s Going
A quick and easy way to store and display your fav or most precious greeting cards is to FRAME them! I received this Blue Mountain card, titled Don’t Ever Lose Sight of the Wonderful Person You Are, in 2014 from my former supervisor/mentor. I now keep this card framed with a photo of me in primary school. These are the words I needed to hear … Continue reading Decor Tip: Framed Greeting Cards
A kitchen island has been at the top of my Gotta-Wanna-Needa list since hosting Thanksgiving for the first time. With three cooks in the kitchen, you can imagine the chaos and lack of counter space. My host daughter literally sat on the floor to prep her Moroccan cookies. Although it made for fun memories, more space was needed pronto. When it comes to kitchen carts/tables/islands, … Continue reading DIY Kitchen Table & Rug
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