Farmhouse Decor Gift Certificate Winner & Talk of the Town #128
This week is even a crazier weak than normal. Our church is having VBS this week and I'm helping to serve dinner in the kitchen, so I drop my son off at work early in the morning, drive back home to get some work done, then go back and pick him up before we both head to the church. It's fun, but a … [Read More...]
Choosing the Right Farmhouse Bathroom Vanity
Choosing the Right Farmhouse Bathroom Vanity We took about a month off from working on our bathroom remodel to focus our attention on outdoor projects, mainly the secret garden patio area. That's all finished, so we turned our attention back to the bathroom and we're almost done. Just a little … [Read More...]
Repurposed Frame Bathroom Mirror & Windmill Chalkboard
Repurposed Frame Bathroom Mirror & Windmill Chalkboard I hope you all had a wonderful Father's Day celebrating with your spouse or father. My youngest son and daughter went out to eat with my husband and I to celebrate, but they both had to work today so it was a quiet day other than … [Read More...]
Easy DIY Galvanized Farmhouse Style Bucket Planter
Galvanized Farmhouse Style Bucket Planter Life in farm country has its ups and downs depending on the weather. The situation around my farmhouse has been looking grim for the last several weeks because of the severe lack of rain. … [Read More...]
Farmhouse Decor Gift Certificate Giveaway
Farmhouse Decor Gift Certificate Giveaway Who's ready for a giveaway? I hope you are, because today I have an amazing Farmhouse decor giveaway from the great folks at Marmalade Mercantile! The winner will receive a $50 gift certificate to pick out whatever their heart desires! Entry … [Read More...]
Talk of the Town #127
I don't know about you, but I wish the “lazy days of summer” were just a bit more lazy. I hit the floor running from the time I get up until the time I go to bed and just wish I could do nothing for awhile. Do you feel that way or is your summer more relaxing? … [Read More...]
Getting Started with Chalk Couture: USA Liberty Sign & Video
Getting Started with Chalk Couture: USA Liberty Sign & Video I'm so excited to announce that I recently have become an Chalk Couture Independent Designer! Since July 4th is less than a month away, I decided to make a USA Liberty sign. I'll show you just how easy it is to do! The … [Read More...]
Going for a Walk Ramblings
First of all, I want to thank all you who follow me on Facebook for leaving nice comments during my first Facebook live. I screwed up several times (and mispronounced Couture!) It was definitely a learning experience, but I talked myself into it and wanted to be more brave. I don't know if I'll … [Read More...]
Repurposed Bottle Citronella Oil Lamps for Picnics or Camping
Repurposed Bottle Citronella Oil Lamps Hi there, friends! Are you enjoying beautiful weather where you live and spending a lot of time outdoors? The weather has been absolutely beautiful here and we've been working outside a lot, but the bugs have been just wicked. … [Read More...]
Patio Farmhouse Sink Potting Bench
Farmhouse Sink Potting Bench The patio area is nearly complete now and I just have a few more photos to take and edit, but I wanted to show you what my farmhouse sink potting bench looks like now. Several years ago, my husband and I turned a farmhouse sink that had been in our house when we … [Read More...]
Talk of the Town #126
Welcome back to Talk of the Town! First, let's take a look at what you may have missed from your party hosts! Joanna Gaines Style Farmhouse Milk Bottles Wall Vase DIY Lavender Projects for Gift-Giving 130 Summer Recipes with Lemons! Master Bedroom Makeover Rusty Hammer Door … [Read More...]
130 Summer Recipes with Lemons!
130 Summer Recipes with Lemons A huge roundup of summer recipes with lemon as the star of the show! Included are main dishes, appetizers, deserts, drinks, and even bath recipes. 130 Summer Recipes with Lemons to Impress Your Family & Friends! There are many recipes in the photos below, … [Read More...]
7 DIY Lavender Projects for Gift-Giving
7 DIY Lavender Projects for Gift-Giving I've got gardening on the brain, and since I'm attempting to grow lavender for the third time, I thought I would share some DIY lavender projects that are perfect for gift-giving. All of them are beautiful and some of them are utilitarian and useful as … [Read More...]
Joanna Gaines Style Farmhouse Rustic Wood Hanging Milk Bottle Flower Vase
Joanna Gaines Style Farmhouse Rustic Wood Farmhouse Hanging Milk Bottle Flower Vase Who doesn't love Joanna Gaines style? I think she would hang this rustic wood milk bottle flower vase in a heartbeat! It's such an easy project and you can put real blooms from your garden or faux flowers to … [Read More...]
Talk of the Town #125
I hope you had a wonderful Memorial Day yesterday. My daughter came over and we grilled outside, but the bugs were ferocious so we ate indoors. She stayed to watch a movie with me and we laughed so much. Now it's time do get on with the party! Welcome back to Talk of the Town! We've got some … [Read More...]
Repurposed Plastic Bucket to Garden Supplies Caddy
Disclosure: This shop has been compensated by Collective Bias, Inc. and its advertiser. All opinions are mine alone. #FreeandCleanLiving #CollectiveBias This post contains affiliate links, which means I make a small commission at no extra cost to you. Repurposed Plastic Bucket to Garden … [Read More...]
Visiting Family +10 Fresh Farmhouse Style Decor Ideas
10 Fresh Farmhouse Style Decor Ideas to Renew Your Space We got home from helping our son and his wife move to New Mexico almost 2 weeks ago and I've been meaning to share a few photos ever since. I also have a great round-up of farmhouse style decor ideas because I know it's fun to update the … [Read More...]
Vintage Style Peonies Mailbox Wall Decor
Peonies Mailbox Wall Decor Make this easy Peonies Mailbox Wall Decor for your front door or as vintage style wall decor. We have a large flower bed in our front yard along our gravel road, mostly filled with irises and peonies. I rarely show it on the blog because it always needs weeding and … [Read More...]
Stroke Awareness Month and My Journey Back After My Stroke
Stroke Awareness Month and My Journey Back After My Stroke As most of you know, I suffered a stroke last November early in the morning on Thanksgiving Day. I wrote an update back in December, but since it's been 6 months ago and May is National Stroke Awareness Month, I thought I would give you … [Read More...]
Front Yard Junk Garden Update
Front Yard Junk Garden Update This is just a quick post to share what my front yard Junk Garden looks like this year. I've had so much fun working on this Junk Garden as well as the one by my guest house. I'll be sharing the full reveal of My Secret Garden Patio probably later this week. You can … [Read More...]
Favorite Things and Movie Recommendations: May Edition
Favorite Things and Movie Recommendations: May Edition I thought I'd try something fun and different this month. I don't know if I'll do it every month, so you'll have to let me know what you think about it. I'm going to share some of my recent favorite things along with some … [Read More...]
Fresh Rosemary Eucalyptus Goat’s Milk Soap
Pick some some fresh rosemary from your garden and make this Rosemary Eucalyptus Goat's Milk Soap. It smells so fresh and brings the garden indoors! Fresh Rosemary Eucalyptus Goat's Milk Soap Rosemary Eucalyptus Soap is scented with 100% pure rosemary and eucalyptus essential … [Read More...]
Mint Chocolate Berry Breakfast Smoothie
Mint Chocolate Berry Breakfast Smoothie Chocolate for breakfast? Try this delicious Mint Chocolate Berry Breakfast Smoothie! It has rich cacao powder, bright berries, and refreshing mint. It's gluten free and vegan and tastes as good as it is for you! It's also an excellent source of … [Read More...]
Talk of the Town 123
Last week we traveled from Illinois to Arkansas to New Mexico and back to help our middle son and his wife move. He landed a graphic design job at a large church fresh after graduating from college (yippie!). His wife was accepted to graduate school (another yippie!). As a mom, it's so good to … [Read More...]
My Plans for a Secret Garden Patio in Unused Yard Space
My Plans for a Secret Garden Patio in Unused Yard Space It's a good thing the back of our garage isn't visible to anyone except us, because it's an embarrassing sight. It's a junk storage zone, complete with two huge antique windows, a gas can, a broken bike, a broken storm door, some sheet … [Read More...]
Mother’s Day Dixie Belle Giveaway
Happy Mother's Day to everyone! To celebrate, I have a great giveaway for anyone who loves painting or DIY projects. The kind folks at Dixie Belle Paint Company have provided a bunch of products that one lucky winner will receive. Here's what's included (post includes affiliate links): … [Read More...]
Farmhouse Pedestal Table: Downsizing for a Smaller Household
Farmhouse Pedestal Table: Downsizing for a Smaller Household Our household is much smaller now since my older sons both got married and my daughter bought a new house last year. My youngest son still lives at home. I love my big farmhouse table but knew we could gain a lot of space if we … [Read More...]
Talk of the Town #122
Welcome back to Talk of the Town!First, let's take a look at what you may have missed from your party hosts!10 Delicious Blueberry Recipes Patriotic Tin Can Planners Farmhouse Style Red Barn Birdhouse How to Repair a Garden Hose Kitchen Island with a New Table Top and Reclaimed … [Read More...]
10 Delicious Blueberry Breakfast Recipes You’ll Love
If you're tired of same thing for breakfast day after day, try these 10 Delicious Blueberry Breakfast Recipes you're sure to love! … [Read More...]
Patriotic Tin Can Kitchen Herb Planters
Patriotic Tin Can Indoor Kitchen Herb Planters Make these patriotic kitchen herb planters as a tribute to the good ole' Red, White and Blue! My obsession continues with tin cans. My project ideas seem to be as never-ending as my supply of cans! Supplies I Used: Empty tin cans Dixie … [Read More...]
DIY Farmhouse Style Red Barn Birdhouse
DIY Farmhouse Style Red Barn Birdhouse The birds will be singing for joy when you make this DIY Farmhouse Style Red Barn Birdhouse for them! Inspired by my favorite red barn! Supplies I Used: Natural Wood Birdhouse - I got mine at Hobby Lobby (50% off with the app, but this one is … [Read More...]
Talk of the Town #121
Happy May Day friends! It's a beautiful day in my neighborhood and I hope it is in yours too. If you've been waiting for some more bathroom remodel updates, don't think I've forgotten. We took a short break from it to work on yard and garden projects. Then we'll be helping one of our sons and … [Read More...]
Repurposed Photo Frame Bird Nest Helper
Repurposed Photo Frame Bird Nest Helper Did you know 2018 was designated the Year of the Bird by The National Geographic Society and several other prominent organizations? Now you do! SO what can you do to help our feathered friends? you may ask. I'll show you! … [Read More...]
Cool Down With a Refreshing Watermelon Slushies Recipe
Refreshing Watermelon Slushies Recipe This is just a quick post for a super quick recipe to kick off the weekend. It will probably take longer for you to read this post than to make these watermelon slushies. It's non-alcoholic with no sugar added, so you can serve it to kids or add rum for … [Read More...]
Robot Vacuum: bObsweep Robot Vacuum My Personal Review
bObsweep Robot Vacuum - My Personal Review My daughter gave me a bObsweep Robot Vacuum for Christmas and after four months of using it, I thought I would write an honest review of my experience. *Disclosure - I was not paid to write this review. All opinions are solely my own. Affiliate link … [Read More...]
