Talk of the Town #180
It's a beautiful day in my neighborhood. I feel like Mister Rogers! Minus the cardigan 🙂 The sun is finally shining after days of rain and there are so many birds coming to my feeders that it just makes me happy. … [Read More...]
Farmhouse Wooden Cutting Board: 4 DIY Ideas
Make a Farmhouse Wooden Cutting Board with these 4 Ideas using thrift store and IKEA finds. Give a plain cutting board farmhouse style! … [Read More...]
Cutting Board Lazy Susan Makeover
Cutting Board Lazy Susan Makeover Do you have a list of thrift store items that you’re always on the lookout for? I do. And a cutting board is always on the top of the list. On a recent thrift store trip, I hit the jackpot! Three cutting boards were just sitting there like they knew I was … [Read More...]
DIY Patriotic Project Ideas + Talk of the Town #179
DIY Patriotic Project Ideas + Talk of the Town July 4th is only a little over 2 weeks away, but there's still time to whip up some decor with these DIY Patriotic Project Ideas! Last week's party was filled with ideas, so I'm featuring a few of my favorites. Patriotic Bunting - Let's Add … [Read More...]
Vacation Travel Jars Repurposed & Upcycled
Vacation Travel Jars Repurposed & Upcycled I'm not ashamed to admit I'm a chronic bottle and jar saver. The only problem is when I run out of shelf space to store them. So, I decided to upcycle a few of my own into vacation travel jars filled with sand, shells, or money! … [Read More...]
Farmhouse Patriotic Table Ideas
Hello friends! We are back together again for Farmhouse Friday to check out 20 Farmhouse Festive Patriotic Table Ideas! After making the Patriotic BBQ Tote for my son, which he loved, I was inspired to find more patriotic DIY ideas. … [Read More...]
Summer DIY Ideas, Farmhouse Furniture & Tasty Recipes + Talk of the Town
Welcome back to a whole new week of Talk of the Town! Here are our features from last week's party! Let's take a look at what you may have missed from your party hosts! Farmhouse Charm | Easy Ways to Add It to Any Home Dollar Tree Books Upcycle Tutorial: Create … [Read More...]
Dollar Tree Books Upcycle Tutorial: Create Custom Books
Dollar Tree Books Tutorial - How to create custom books for your home decor. Way back when I first started blogging, I used to make and sell book stacks using vintage and antique books. Now it's hard to find vintage books at a reasonable price. So sad. I miss those days! Today … [Read More...]
Farmhouse Charm | Easy Ways To Add It To Any Home
To add rustic Farmhouse Charm to any home from mason jars, wood totes, and farmhouse tables, I’ve put together these easy DIY ideas that anyone can recreate. … [Read More...]
Outdoor Living Ideas +Talk of the Town
Welcome back to Talk of the Town - We have a new look! Before we get started, I decided to have a weekly party sale! This week's item is an upcycled bamboo tray. *Bowls not included. On sale for $14, including shipping. To purchase, click on the button below. Here are our features … [Read More...]
Farmhouse Entryway: 20+Summer Ideas
Get your entryway summer ready with these 20 Gorgeous Farmhouse Entryways Ideas! From modern to traditional farmhouse style, you're sure to find lots of ideas for your own entryway. Click on the links below to see all 20 ! How To Create A Welcoming Summer Entryway from … [Read More...]
Patriotic BBQ Wooden Tote Upcyled Thrift Store Find
I love red, white, and blue and of course our beautiful American flag - especially during summer. I upcycled a thrift store find into a Patriotic BBQ Wooden Tote. As Americans, we celebrate the Fourth of July with family and friends, BBQs, and outdoor fun! 🍧🎆⚾ … [Read More...]
Talk of the Town #176
Welcome to Talk of the Town. We are so glad you are joining us today! Are you looking for creative DIY ideas or new recipes? We have just what you’re looking for! … [Read More...]
On the Workbench and in the Shop: Quick and Easy DIY Signs
As usual, it’s been a busy week with lots of projects occupying my kitchen table. I worked on quite a few new signs while my mom was visiting. First is a Pallet Sign. It is 5½" x 7½". For this sign, I chose the Happiness Blooms transfer. It's our smallest size. Perfect for … [Read More...]
Pallet Wood Rustic Box Centerpieces with Farmhouse Style
Pallet Wood Rustic Box Centerpieces with Farmhouse Style Most of what I buy at thrift stores and yard sales is “junk” by most people’s standards. I specifically look for broken things, metal, and wood that others don’t see value in, because those are the pieces I love to recreate with. So … [Read More...]
Talk of the Town #175
Happy Tuesday friends! We've got so much to look at, so let's jump right in. Welcome Back to Talk of the Town! First, let's take a look at what you may have missed from your party hosts! Cutting Board Makeover Bon Appétit! Come Thrift with Me! Plant Stool … [Read More...]
Plant Stool Makeover
This post it's about a poor unloved plant stool that my mother has. Last year when I visited her it was sitting out on the back porch and I kept telling her it would be so cute if she painted it. When she saw my step stool makeover that was awaiting her when she came to visit, she asked me … [Read More...]
Thrift Store Shopping Thursday
These were my thrift store shopping finds once I got back from my trip to New Mexico. A woven wood picnic basket. It's in need of a makeover, so I have to decide what to do with it. A metal cake stand. I'll probably give it a makeover too. A handmade tin-punched sign. I … [Read More...]
Cutting Board Makeover Bon Appétit!
Cutting Board Makeover Do you remember this cutting board? It was one of my thrift shop finds I shared a few weeks ago. Confession time ... I barely passed French in high school, but I think the language is beautiful. Bon Appétit seemed fitting words to do this cutting board … [Read More...]
Talk of the Town #174
Hey friends. Happy Tuesday! After bringing home so many thrifting finds, I realized that I need to get busy and do something with them. I have numerous project pieces and ideas, so my goal is to get cracking with my finds, not be a hoarder! … [Read More...]
Thrifting Thursday
It's Thursday and that means it's time for thrifting! What's even better than thrift store shopping? Getting stuff free! My mom gave me several things, so let's start with those first. We have the same taste in farmhouse decor. She gave me an ironstone platter. She also gave me … [Read More...]
Bee Hive Wall Shelf Upcycle Using Dollar Tree Items
Bee Hive Wall Shelf Hey, everyone! I’m back with a new Dollar Tree project. This time it’s a Dollar Tree modular wall shelf upcycle. Last month I bought this modular wall shelf from Dollar Tree. I don't know if they still have the, but I'm kicking myself that I didn't buy more. I'll … [Read More...]
Talk of the Town #173
Hey friends! I'm back from my visit with family in New Mexico. I had a relaxing good time. Now, on to the party! … [Read More...]
Plank Wall DIY Tutorials
Plank Wall DIY Tutorials 20+Inspiring Gorgeous Walls Installing our Farmhouse Bathroom Wood Plank Walls & Ceiling made such a huge difference in that room. It's been a year since we finished that project and I'm just as in love with it as when we first finished it. We're getting … [Read More...]
Get on the Bus Canada! 🍁
So many Canadians have asked if and when Chalk Couture will come to Canada. I'm thrilled to announce that Chalk Couture™ is opening business operations in Canada beginning May 6, 2019! So excited to welcome so many new Canadian friends to the Knick of Time Chalkers family ✨ and have my site … [Read More...]
Scenic Views +Talk of the Town #172
Happy Tuesday friends! I took some time to snap a few photos at my mom's house. The desert is dry, but it also has so many scenic views that are ruggedly beautiful. This last photo is my mom and son playing checkers. Can you guess where? … [Read More...]
Wooden Step Stool Makeover Vintage Truck Inspired!
Wooden Step Stool Makeover Today I’m sharing a wooden step stool makeover, a quick and easy idea that you can use on a finished or unfinished step stool. I used spray paint, but you can use your favorite type of paint. You can make over one of these in about an hour. … [Read More...]
Talk of the Town #171
Happy Tuesday, everyone! I hope your Easter was special! My mom and I went to church and lunch with my son and his wife. It was a sweet day. … [Read More...]
Custom Signs and Vintage Decor On the Workbench & In the Shop
This is just a quick post to show you the new signs I've recently made that are in my shop now. I'm now taking special orders for custom signs in 22 different color options. First up is one that is the same design as the Dollar Tree pizza pan tray I made last month. That tray was painted … [Read More...]
Thrift Store Haul: April week 3
It's Thursday and that means it's time for another thrift store haul! I always walk through the section of the thrift stores with wooden items first and I found a bunch of things, which is rare lately it seems. First I found an old wooden clipboard. Sometimes I use them to display … [Read More...]
Spring Trip + Talk of the Town
Happy Tuesday, everyone! I have an upcoming trip to visit my son and his wife, as well as my mom and sister. I can't wait to hit up some new thrift stores and hopefully show you what I find. … [Read More...]
TV Tray Table Makeover Ode to Chickens🐔
TV Tray Table Makeover Today is amazingly special for two reasons. The first is that my husband and I were married 30 years ago today. That blows my mind! I'll tell you the second reason in just a bit. … [Read More...]
Farmhouse Clay Pots DIY 🌻
Farmhouse Clay Pots From Dollar Tree Today I'm sharing a quick and easy idea for DIY Farmhouse Clay Pots. There is so much you can do with simple clay pots, big or small. They are perfect for vignettes, shelf sitting, or anywhere you need a little inexpensive decor. I love … [Read More...]
Easter Crafts- Recipes- Talk of the Town
Welcome back to another week of Talk of the Town! With Easter just a few weeks away, I wanted to load you up with Easter crafts and recipes! 🙂 If you missed last week's party,there's so much more that I we could have featured, so I chose my usual two features plus a few bonus features! … [Read More...]
Wood Pallet Garden Rack with Bonus Storage
Wood Pallet Garden Rack Hanging Planter with Bonus Storage Several years ago, I made a pallet rack. It was amazing, if I do say so.🙂 First, it was a wall rack for hats and gloves. If you've never seen it, check it out! Then it became a bathroom storage organizer. It's getting a new … [Read More...]
