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Creating an Outdoor Oasis on a budget
Our jacuzzi has been a pain in the hiney more than a good thing. So, I am selling it, broken. I'm not broken, the jacuzzi is. I am telling the people on CL that it is broken, exactly what is wrong with it and how much it will be to repair. … [Read More...]
Annie Sloan Colors….in a spray paint?
Love the Annie Sloan Colors in her Chalk paints but don't love the prices? I feel your pain people. I love Annie Sloan "Duck Egg". It is such a creamy, soft color. And you have to love the ease of chalk paint. So, I was really … [Read More...]
“The Gray Man” – Tall distressed antique chest
Rebecca's got her "groove" back. So you know..... I'm Rebecca. Also known as, "Becca Boo" to my spouse. Mom to my kids. "Me"....to you. I took an "oops" paint from Lowes.....the antique chest that used to hold my … [Read More...]
Boy into Man……..
Today, this kid....... The one who just left our home with a cap and gown on a hanger over his shoulder.......... He graduates from high school. Do I have to go? Honestly, I am excited to be there. My heart hurts. In … [Read More...]
Paint that stops rust !
After posting my fun Craigslist patio table transformation yesterday, my cousin texted me and ask me all kinds of rust infused questions. Ok. So, maybe I don't post enough details. I get that. She called me on that … [Read More...]
Patio Table Craigslist Find
Are you good at seeing the potential in worn "down and out" items? I needed a patio table set. My budget was tiny.......like under a $100.00, including new cushions...tiny. I was up to the challenge. So, I checked on … [Read More...]
Bottle Opener and Baby Steps DIY
Ever been in a decorating funk? Want a cheap fix that can re-boot your "DIY" genius? I mean...REALLY cheap. Like ten cents cheap. Bottle opener from a thrift store. One dime. Ten pennies. I took a sample paint color that I had, … [Read More...]
( Red ) Painted Outdoor Oriental Rugs on Concrete!
You loved my blue, and white painted rug..... ~ and so did I. But I ran out of blue paint and I am trying to use what I have...... Ready for a change? Want to see how I spruced up a sad little sitting area, with this "RED, Painted, … [Read More...]
Cutting Edge Stencils Winner!
Sheweeeee! I am sorry for the delay in getting the "Cutting Edge Stencils" winner announced. In the last 48 hours....I have been driving 24 of them. Literally. : ) My bottom is sore. I will be doing a few posts with more details on the … [Read More...]
Dining Room Update (hint…it’s not finished)
Many of you have asked how my dining room is going........ Well.......it's going, it's just not there yet. So, instead of making you wait a year before I find my next "Pretend Built In Bookshelf", I thought I would share where it is. Go easy … [Read More...]
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