TWO TONE DRESSER: BEFORE & AFTER


Need a little inspiration today?  How about this beauty? I actually have this exact same dresser which I completely refinished and use in my dinning room. Mine was in really bad shape and needed major some TLC.  I chose to keep the headboard thingy, but that is the greatness of a DIY project like this. 

When I saw this I couldn't resist sharing.  I just adore the dark stain with the mint paint, they compliment each other very nicely! A job well done at Refresh Restyle.

Image Credit: Refresh Restyle

~ Holly

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PAINTING YOUR FLOORS WITH STENCILS


Hello my friends!  Today we will be taking at look at some really great ideas for painting your floors with stencils.  I have done my fair share of stenciling walls, but stenciling floors is a new idea to me.  Where have I been?

When I saw these stunning floors I knew I had to share. Even if you have no intention of stenciling your floors you have to check these out.
DIY How to Paint your floors with stencils

These are all great tutorials with lots of tips and tricks. 

 Lovely Etc did an absolutely amazing job on her subfloors. Can you say WOW. I am in love with her floors!  Go on and check them out.

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Young House Love never ceases to amaze me!  Once again they have proven you can turn blah into something totally breathtaking.

Image Credit: Young House Love





Next up we have Back To Domestics. Love this kitchen!
Back To Domestics - DIY Painted Subfloor

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And check out this remarkable entryway at All Things Thrifty.  Gorgeous!
All Things Thrifty - How To Paint A Floor (and what not to do)

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Last but not least is Ashley Ann Photography.  So charming and inviting!
Ashley Ann Photography - DIY Stencil Painting Subflooring

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Pretty cool huh!

 ~ Holly
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HODGEPODGE WEDNESDAY NO. 2



Welcome to Hodgepodge Wednesday No. 2.  










Here we are in the middle of the week already, woohoo! How has your week been so far? I hope it's been treating you well.

 Here you will find a short collection of DIY projects that I think are cool and worthy of sharing. 

There is no rhyme or reason, no specific order, just some good stuff to help you through the week. Enjoy!

 So Much Better With Age - Seasonal Burlap Frame

DIY Burlap Frame
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Organize Your Stuff Now - Inexpensive DIY Craft Table

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House Revivals - Cabinet Hardware Makeover

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Setting For Four - DIY Beaded Sunburst Mirror Tutorial

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Whisper Wood Cottage - Reinventing The Stocking (A No-Sew Project)


So there you have it!  

 What do you think of the eye candy?  Which one is your favorite? 

 ~ Holly

Check out: Hodgepodge Wednesday No. 1


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ISN'T LIFE SWEET


Notice there is no question mark after the post title.  That's because it's meant to be a statement.  Now some of you may disagree, heck I may argue this on some days myself.  

Where am I going with this?  Well, I want to dedicate this post to Nicki at Sweet Parrish Place.  She just celebrated her 1 year Blogiversary. Now, that's SWEET!  

I like to give credit where credit is due. She has a fantastic blog full great ideas, great commentary, great design.  Just all around a really good blog.  

Sweeten up your life, head over to:

Image Credit: Sweet Parrish Place


Get to know her and check out her Top Ten Posts.

 10.  Back to Basics- Household Uses For Vinegar- 1005 views
9.  DIY No Sew Cafe Curtains- 1023 views
8.  Wish I Had That- 10 Uses For Wooden Pallets- 1090 views
7.  15 Ideas To Get You In The Mood For Fall- 1564 views
6.  Glass Problem Solved!- 1727 views
5.  Painted Deck Reveal- 1834 views
4.  Trashtastic Tuesday- $5 Canisters- 1961 views
3.  Backsplash- Sneak Peek- 3573 views
2.  brown Paper Floor Reveal- 6269 views
1.  My Favorite Pinterest Pins of 2012- 31,446 views

Enjoy!

~ Holly

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HODGEPODGE WEDNESDAY (No. 1)


Today is Hodgepodge Wednesday! What is that you ask?  

Well it's just a short collection of items that I think are cool and worthy of sharing. There is no rhyme or reason, no specific order, just blogs or ideas that I like. Enjoy!


Image Credit: Interiors PL

Image Credit: Picklee.com

Girl In The Garage - 10 (Mostly Easy) DIY Home Decor Updates


Image Credit: You Nana Bread



Image Credit: Live Love DIY



Image Credit: Family Handyman



So there you have it!  Nothing like a DIY mishmash of Blogger Creativity to get ya through the rest of the week.  

All my best!

Holly
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SUSTAINABLE ENTHUSIASM JUST FOR YOU!


How do you maintain sustainable enthusiasm for starting and completing your projects?  For me it's most definitely perusing the internet and reading blogs. My curiosity and desire to learn is fulfilled just by going online.  I get to visit people from all over the world without leaving my house.  It's quite magical if you think about it.

Reading and finding new blogs sustains my enthusiasm to be creative and handy. They are a constant source for getting inspired and educating myself.

 Here are some posts that I hope will help you sustain your enthusiasm to make and recreate!

This post will make you want to make your own shelf's:

Image Credit: First Home Dreams
A Pallet Wall.  This is just plain awesome - love this.  This cost a whopping $20. Might as well start collecting your pallets now:

Image Credit: Cape 27

Got wood?  Fall decor that couldn't be any easier. Just head outside to find your centerpiece.
Image Credit: SAS Interiors


Sometimes you never know what you may stumble upon. Like this holder for charging your cell phone.  So inventive.  Come on, you know you want to make one.

Image Credit: Make It & Love It


So when your lacking that motivation needed to get you going, all you need to do is hop on your computer.  Allow it to aid you in branching out and trying and learning new things.  Allow it to sustain your enthusiasm.

All my best!

~ Holly
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DIY PAINT & STAIN IDEAS



Hello my friends! Are you ready to go on a Paint and Stain Adventure? 

Today we will be checking out some really great blogs that will knock your paint rollers off!  So grab a seat and get comfy.  Your adventure starts now!


Image Credit: 320 Sycamore



Image Credit: +Brittany aka Pretty HandyGirl 



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Image Credit: Little Green Notebook


Image Credit: +Young House Love 


Image Credit: DIY Showoff


Image Credit: Addicted 2 Decorating


Image Credit: The Handmade Home


Image Credit: Lil Boo Blue

So how was your adventure, did you enjoy all the awesome tutorials and creative ideas?  I hope you feel inspired and motivated to try some of these ideas out.  

All my best!

~ Holly
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DIY PAINTING & TIPS


Image Credit: +Pretty Handy Girl
Are you on a mission to learn how to paint or just looking for some inspiration?

Well even if you are not, or you're a seasoned pro, you need to check out Brittney over at Pretty Handy Girl.  She is amazing, very experienced and full of project ideas and how-to's.
Here are all the items listed on her "Paint Like a Pro" page:
WARNING: You may subject yourself to forgetting about your life while viewing her site!

  • 2012 Year in Review
  • Techniques for Aging, Antiquing & Distressing
  • Aged Painted Bucket
  • Aged Lampshade
  • Ballard Pear Knockoffs
  • Guest Bath Makeover
  • Ceiling Fan
  • Beachy Coffee Table
  • Painted Chair
  • Painting a Chair
  • Chalk Painted & Stenciled Table 
  • Chalkboard Wall (on Imperfect Walls) 
  • Chalkboard Calendar for Refrigerator 
  • Chalkboard Paint 
  • Chalkboard Cabinet Door 
  • Make Chalkboard Paint 
  • Chalkboard Paint Ideas 
  • Dormer Window Dress Up 
  • 5 Ways to Brighten Room 
  • Faux Painting Tutorial 
  • Make a Farm Crate Sign 
  • Make New Wood Look Old 
  • Master Bath 
  • My Colortopia 
  • Painting a Bamboo Rug 
  • Painting Brick Fireplaces 
  • Painting Board and Batten 
  • Painting an Oak Bookcase 
  • Painting Ceilings Caring for Paint Brushes 
  • Easy Clean Paint Tray Liner 
  • How to Paint Dandelions 
  • Paint Decorative Graphics on the Wall 
  • Distressed Spice Rack 
  • Faux Painted Granite Countertop 
  • Favorite Tools & Tips
  • Paint Metal Patio Chairs
  • Gel Stained Oak Vanity
  • How to Paint Doors
  • Painting Like a Pro - Prep Work
  • Painting Like a Pro - Paint and Sheen
  • Painting Like a Pro - Painting the Room
  • How to Pick Paint Colors
  • Faux Rustic Wood Painting Tutorial
  • Solving Paint Problems
  • Spray Painting Door Hardware
  • Painted Laminate Countertop
  • Re-Painting a Peeling Bench
  • Painting an Antique Wash Stand
  • Painting a Laminate Dresser
  • Paint Problems
  • Pie Chest with Milk Paint
  • Scraping Popcorn Ceiling
  • Simply Screen Video Tutorial
  • Snowflake Gift Set
  • Spray Paint Brass Light Fixtures
  • Spraypainted Jars
  • Spray Painting Old Lantern Light
  • Stenciled Ceiling Medallion
  • Stenciled Door Mat
  • Storywood Designs ASCP tutorial on Distressing
  • Stripping Wood Chair
I could literally spend all day on her site!  What about you?

Pretty Handy Girl - Painting How To and Tips

 Enjoy!

 ~ Holly


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ADVICE ON HOW TO STRIP FURNITURE


Image Credit: Liz Marie Blog

Have you ever stripped a piece of furniture?  Have you found a piece and passed on it because of it's "exterior" condition? Or maybe you have a piece that's seen better days and could use a face lift.

Don't fear, stripping furniture is a process, but if you have a system it won't seem so overwhelming!

So I have found a fantastic post, over at Liz Marie blog, she makes it soooo simple to follow.  So gather up your supplies and get busy. Don't let fear hold you back.  Trial by error is the best teacher.

Focus on your desired outcome while you work, trust me it will pay off!

Liz Marie Blog - How to Strip Painted Furniture

 ~ Holly
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SPRAY PAINT: OH HOW I LOVE THEE


Image Credit: Centsational Girl
That's right, I love spray paint.  It's more like a love affair, we were meant to be I just know it!  We met last year and we've been together ever since, making colorful harmony.
No, really... I have found that this wonderful product can transform anything. I kinda went spray paint crazy there for a while.  I have painted lamps, frames, stools, wall decorations, and the list goes on.  I even spray painted my water cooler, it matches my dining room now.  I tell ya, the possibilities are endless.

Before I started though, I did educate myself.  There's quite a few options out there and it can be confusing - what's the best products, what can I spray paint (just about everything!)?  So I owe my obsession the very talented Centsational Girl, her tips are top notch.

So, I'm happy to share the most awesome spray paint tips, please shoot on over to:


~ Holly
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TIPS FOR CAULKING & PAINTING TRIM


Image Credit: In the Fun Lane

I have a confession.  The trim in my house is still unfinished and we've been it for just about 2 years. Okay, I feel much better now.  So why isn't it done yet? Because caulking and painting trim is not fun.  I have done about 15% of the trim in my dinning room and that's it.

It's a good thing trim is already white, but it becomes out-of-sight, out-of-mind even though I know it still needs to be done.  My trim really would look better if I would just do it!  So I found some really great tips, my inability to get motivated has just been recharged.  

It's so great to find new ideas get you going, and stop the procrastination.

Check out:


~ Holly
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PAINTED BOTTLES



Image Credit: Beach House in the City
Hello my friends!

 Check out these beauuutifuull bottles!  And they could be yours with some paint and old bottles. I have actually made some of these, they are a really simple and easy way to add a punch of color and design to any room.

It does take a little playing around with your paint, and patience while you wait for them to dry, but they turn out really pretty.

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OLD DRESSER TURNED BUFFET


Image Credit: Sawdust & Embryos

 Talk about a transformation, these two are amazing!  They are super talented and very artistic.  Let's hear it for Sawdust and Embyros:

 Sawdust & Embyros - Dresser turned Buffet

 ~ Holly
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