Just so you don't think I spend all my time shopping at Goodwill -- Here are some frugal things I did this week.A friend gave us a pair of velveteen green drapes that she had made about 6 years ago (remember when velvet drapes were all the rage) and I hung one panel in the opening between our family room and the stairs leading up to the foyer in an effort to keep the cold air downstairs. The dog ... Read More about Frugal Doings This Week
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Triple Layer Bulbs and A Pillow Makeover
I've been planting Jonquils all week. The town I live in is also known as "The Jonquil City" and every fall you can buy a huge bag of Jonquils (a type of daffodil) from the city for a few dollars . I had a few left over so I thought I'd pot some up and put them on my deck so we could enjoy them from inside the house come spring.Have you ever triple layered bulbs in containers? It's a great way to ... Read More about Triple Layer Bulbs and A Pillow Makeover
Thanksgiving Sign
It was a weekend of firsts for me! First I made my first loaf of artisan bread and then I decided to remake a sign I already had. I've never done this before but I figure it's only paint so why not give it a go! This used to have the word "Simplify" on it. First I sprayed it with some gray primer that I had and then I used one of the millions of little sample pots from Benjamin Moore that I have ... Read More about Thanksgiving Sign
The Green Pumpkin
Hi everyone! Just a quick post. I went to Target today and they had most of that $1 section on clearance as they're getting ready to put out all the $1 Christmas stuff! I got lots of great fall ribbon and scrapbookpaper for 50 cents. They had one side already set with some Christmas stuff and it looks cute - not a dollar though - it's all $2.50, but still a good price.I've had my eye on the green ... Read More about The Green Pumpkin
Decorating Bookcases
I love using wallpaper! Just not on walls. I like using it to back my bookcases and china cabinets. To me, everything in a cabinet looks better with a background of paint, fabric or paper. It's a touch of the unexpected that adds so much to a home! That's my basket of wallpaper above. Actually, it also includes gift wrap because I also use that to line my bookcases and china cabinets. I'm ... Read More about Decorating Bookcases
Fall Decorating with Johnson Brother’s Friendly Village Plates
I wanted to add a little fall to my kitchen but I really don't have a lot of counter space. Unfortunately, I need my counter space for essentials and meal preparation! I like the plates I already have hanging on the walls and didn't want to change them. So I thought I'd add some of my Johnson Brothers "The Friendly Village" plates on top of my cabinets. This is an old picture where I showed ... Read More about Fall Decorating with Johnson Brother’s Friendly Village Plates