When Marylisa sent me a picture of her chairs, I knew I had just the posts, tutorials, and examples to share with her! If you've followed me for a few years, you probably know how much I enjoy...
painting checkerboard floors | part 2
When you last saw the floors, they were all taped off and ready to paint. You can find that post HERE if you missed it. The taping was definitely the most time-consuming part. After that, it's...
Painting Checkboard Floors | Part 1
I've had the painting-checkerboard-floors itch for a long time! Back in 2012 I was contemplating finishing my dining room and living room in a two-toned stained checkerboard pattern (you can find...
vintage/farmhouse-style glass cozy crochet tutorial
Years ago, I was shopping for inventory for the Lucketts Spring Market and found a ziplock bag containing some cream crochet work. I wasn't sure what they were initially, but I've learned how to...
Crochet Potholders Tutorial for Beginners
I have another crochet project for you this week crochet potholders for beginners! A couple of weeks ago, my mom requested that I figure out how to make a pair of potholders similar to the ones my...
How to Crochet a farmhouse dishcloth (for beginners)
Just so you don't miss it, I'm giving away a set of three of these dishcloths towards the bottom of this (rather long) post! Ever since I started showing my crocheted dishcloths, I've been asked...
How to Crochet a farmhouse dishcloth for absolute beginners…
Just so you don't miss it, I had to crochet this farmhouse dishcloth three times for the tutorial, so I am giving away a set of three of them towards the bottom of this (rather long) post! Ever...
basket full of yarn & crochet update
So, I have fully embraced the crocheting thing! I made three trips to the craft store last week, which is no small thing because I couldn't drive. I had to ask someone to take me and witness me...
how to clean paint off fixtures & a tub
As I was prepping the boys' bathroom to paint, I removed the old towel bar and TP holder. I knew I was going to replace the towel bar, which always looked messy, with a ring. I was also planning...
custom seashell art
I decided to do a loose beach theme for the boy's bathroom because it's a classic decorating choice. Also, both of my boys love the beach and have fond memories of family trips to my uncle's Myrtle...