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...]
Thrift Store Thursday
I didn't find very much at the thrift stores this week. I don't know if it was just because there wasn't much to find or if I was being more selective. I'm much more careful about bringing home things that I'm not sure if I'll be able to use. I did find a few things though. … [Read More...]
Fresh Herbs Kitchen Ideas Using Dollar Tree Plates + More
Fresh Herbs Kitchen Ideas Hey, everyone! I'm back with a new Dollar Tree project. This time it's a Dollar Tree plates upcycle. With a couple of dollars, I came up with these DIY fresh herbs kitchen ideas. … [Read More...]
Happy, Sad, Excited + Talk of the Town #168
Have you ever felt a combination of happy, sad, and excited at the same time? That's how I feel, because my husband and I are officially empty-nesters. My youngest son got his first apartment, and although I was happy for him, I was sad for me. As he drove off, I stood at the door waving and … [Read More...]
Rustic Spring DIY Signs
Get your Spring on with these 20+Rustic Spring DIY Signs. From bunnies and carrots to signs for either Spring or Summer! … [Read More...]
Chalk Art Seed Packet Banner DIY
Chalk Art Seed Packet Banner DIY Who doesn't love farmer's markets with all the colorful fresh fruits & veggies? I've combined my love of them with an easy chalk art banner that anyone can make! … [Read More...]
Talk of the Town #167
Happy Tuesday, All! Spring has sprung in my corner of the world. I'm loving the longer hours of daylight and the warmer temps. I can't break out the flip flops just yet. Have I told you how much I love flip flops? 😎 Enough about flip flops because... … [Read More...]
Recipe Box Makeover Bee Inspired! 🐝
Wood Recipe Box Makeover When I asked for your opinions about some of my thrift store finds, you all had so many great ideas. And I listened! Let me show you what I did. … [Read More...]
Are You a Collector? / New Thrift Store Finds
This will be a quick post because I have a question for you. Are you a collector of anything? I've collected vintage clocks for a long time, but I kind of stopped buying them because they were so expensive everywhere I saw them. I do love my collection of ironstone pitchers. … [Read More...]
Talk of the Town #166
Welcome back to Talk of the Town! First, let's take a look at what you may have missed from your party hosts! Glass Jars Repurposed & Upcycled Garden Inspired Paper Towel Holder Wood Kitchen Tote Rustic Pottery Barn Mirror Makeover Faux Dresser Harp … [Read More...]
Paper Towel Holder Wood Kitchen Tote Garden Inspired!
Paper Towel Holder Wood Kitchen Tote Today's post is just a quick one, because I wanted to show you my new paper towel holder on one of the wood kitchen totes my husband builds and I design. … [Read More...]
Glass Jars Repurposed & Upcycled
Glass Jars Repurposed & Upcycled People collect all kinds of things. I collect empty jars and cans ... much to my husband’s amusement. Way out in the country, there is no curbside recycling program, so I have to get creative. Thus, my most recent glass jars repurposed & upcycled … [Read More...]
Talk of the Town #165
Happy Tuesday, friends! I hope your week is off to a great start. Last weekend, my oldest son and his wife drove up to spend some time with us. While they were here, we went to the Abraham Lincoln Museum in Springfield, IL. It's been years since we last were there, but it was the first time for … [Read More...]
To Paint or Not to Paint : Recent Thrift Store Finds
To paint, or not to paint? That is the question I hope you can help me with. My daughter's vehicle was acting up, so we had to drop her off at work. The town where she works is nearby, so I went to a thrift store after dropping her off and scored some good deals! This wood recipe box was … [Read More...]
Mercantile Corner Market Collection
Mercantile Corner Market Collection Today I have four projects that I finished last week: a serving tray, a box frame wood sign, a plate charger, and a chalkboard. All were made with the Mercantile Corner Market Collection. … [Read More...]
Talk of the Town #164
Happy Tuesday, friends! We've got another awesome party this week full of great features! Let me know which is your favorite. Welcome back to Talk of the Town! First, let's take a look at what you may have missed from your party hosts! Dollar Tree Pizza Pan Mom’s Diner Tray Tissue … [Read More...]
Tissue Box Holder Makeover / Easy Weekend Project
I took a poll on Facebook in my group about what word should go on this house tissue box holder that I bought for $5. … [Read More...]
Dollar Tree Pizza Pan Mom’s Diner Tray
Hey, everyone! I'm back with a new Dollar Tree project. This time it's a Dollar Tree Pizza Pan Repurposed Tray! … [Read More...]
Talk of the Town #163
Happy Tuesday! My husband and I have gone on a few short road trips lately. I keep seeing things that others have bought in stores for DIY projects. Our small city doesn't have many good stores, so these trips were a mission for me! Now it's time to party! Welcome back to Talk of the … [Read More...]
Spring Chalkboard Art & Sign
Spring is less than one month away and I'm prepared! I made a Spring chalkboard art and a DIY sign that I hope you'll love. Both projects are oh so easy to make! Thanks for all the ideas about my Thrift Store Finds. It helped so much! … [Read More...]
Thrift Store Finds & Opinions Wanted
The pickings have been slim at the thrift stores lately, but I did find a few things recently. … [Read More...]
Farmhouse Garden Spring Grapevine Wreath
Make an easy Farmhouse Garden Spring Grapevine Wreath in just minutes using all supplies from Hobby Lobby. It features greenery & small galvanized items perfect for farmhouse decor! … [Read More...]
Talk of the Town #162
Our spring-like weather was brief. I lasted one day and then another freezing blast followed. I wasn't surprised, but I was disappointed. So I took that opportunity to work on a few new projects. … [Read More...]
Rustic Spring Projects | 20+ Easy DIY Inspirational Ideas
Rustic Spring Projects One day last week it felt like spring. I know weather can be deceptive, especially at this time of year, but it gave me a glimmer of hope! … [Read More...]
Talk of the Town #161
It's been fun watching my new VIP Facebook group grow. I should have made the group months ago. Once we reach 100 members, I'll have a giveaway! … [Read More...]
Dollar Tree Farmhouse DIY Chalkboard
Make this super cute Dollar Tree Farmhouse DIY Chalkboard in a matter of minutes. It's perfect for a grocery list, notes, or your favorite quote. I don't know if Dollar Tree has really upped their game, but it seems like I'm finding so many great things to work with for DIY projects. … [Read More...]
Cabinet Door Repurposed Signs | Family & Home
Last week I scored an oak entertainment center on Facebook Marketplace and I had plans for it! I wanted to make some cabinet door repurposed signs. … [Read More...]
Talk of the Town #160
Yesterday was so amazing! I splurged and bought a bunch of new things that I'll be creating projects with and also offering some sales on. If you aren't in my VIP Facebook group, you are for sure going to want to join so you don't miss out on any great deals! You can join HERE. Now back to our … [Read More...]
DIY Farmhouse Signs On the Workbench & In the Shop
In this post: DIY Farmhouse Signs It's been a few years since I've written "On the workbench" post. Since Christmas is long over, I needed to restock my Etsy shop. I also plan to start offering Chalk Couture local workshops, so I needed to make some sample projects. … [Read More...]
