Donna never ceases to amaze me with her fun, eclectic junk transformations. This junk toolbox filled with fresh flowers is so rustic, but with the beauty of the flowers its character shines through. If you’ve never been to Donna’s blog, … Read the rest
Distressed Numbered Benches
Why didn’t I think of that?? Love these little benches all dressed up with a bit of typography character. I’m a big fan of distressing too, so these are definitely right up my alley. Makes you look differently at all … Read the rest
Bench Redo: Before and After
Wow talk about a great looking facelift! From 70’s ick to modern day lovely! I love how Aimee found this old bench on Craigslist and ended up having to trash the old seat completely due to the smell. She refashioned … Read the rest
Coasters Made From Soda Cans
What a totally fun project perfect for summer entertaining! I love the way these look, great for an RV or summer cabin too. Amy over at The Idea Room is always full of ideas, but this has to be one … Read the rest
DIY Flower Box
Need a creative way to make a statement on your front porch? Head over to your local thrift store, find an old nightstand or side table, add some paint and a painted flower box and you’ll have something as charming … Read the rest
Rustic Surfboard Sign – Beach Decor
I am a lover of all things beachy when it comes to decorating. I’m also a huge fan of rustic signs. This project combines these two loves and creates a new sign that looks authentic and vintage. There isn’t a … Read the rest
Dining Caddy for Outdoor Entertaining
Summer is upon us, Memorial Day has passed, and school is just about out for most of the country. Warmer weather means barbecues, picnics, and spending time in the great outdoors. Whether you enjoy entertaining friends and family or you … Read the rest
Easy Paper Bag Lanterns
Aren’t these pretty? I love all the different colors and they are a simply centerpiece or would look great hanging in garland fashion too. With the end of school, beginning of summer, graduations and 4th of July on the horizon … Read the rest
How to Paint a Plastic Resin Patio Table Set
Painting a plastic resin patio table red is a super fun way to refresh your outdoor space, and honestly, it’s easier than you might think. I decided to give it a go myself after realizing my old, faded table had … Read the rest
Coffee Table from Pallets
Inspired by a table she found on Pinterest, Jessica asked her husband to put together this charming coffee table using some old pallets he had collected in his stash. After a little white washing and the addition of a white … Read the rest
Spring Vases in a Frame
Isn’t this rustic and beautiful? I love the look of the chicken wire, the distressed frames and the soft beauty of the flowers all mingled together. This arrangement would look lovely inside your home or in an outdoor seating area. … Read the rest
Clam Basket Candle Chandelier
I stumbled across a blog by Karin Lidbeck. She’s a stylist, lifestyle editor, designer and scout for several different home and lifestyle type magazines. She created this stunningly simple hanging chandelier for Country Living Magazine, along with several other ideas … Read the rest
Wired Button Decorative Accents
Back in January I came across this post from Corey at Life with Little Ones. She shows you several different ways to use some wire and several buttons to create pretty and whimsical decorations on old cans, door knobs, and … Read the rest
Aging a new wooden toolbox
A little over a year ago, Lacy’s son made a wooden toolbox in shop class. Slightly uneven and completely naked of stain or paint, it was begging for a vintage make over. Lacy set to work painting, crackling, painting some … Read the rest
Cool Coat Rack from a Cabinet Door
Some of my favorite projects are those of the repurposed nature. This used to be a cabinet door. Now it’s a really cool and personalized coat/purse rack with charm and character. This project is fairly easy to do too, and … Read the rest