As my eyes wander over these pieces, sometimes I swear I can feel the crisp air, and the peace of the great outdoors. Annie, owner of Montana Photo Journal has an eye for the majestic. Her photographs seem to transport me to the beautiful open spaces I’ve yet to experience for myself, and I’m in […]
Touring Through Blogland
Hey guys! My super awesome bloggy friend Melissa from A Prudent Life invited me to take a trip down the rabbit hole with her, so I said heck yeah. *Grin* Don’t worry it isn’t anything weird or inappropriate (although I bet you were wondering why I would squeal my “yes” so quickly). She tagged me in […]
Etsy Love – Frosting Home Decor
I’m very particular when it comes to drapes. All too often I’ve purchased a pair of drapes, tried them out in my home, and promptly returned them. I do this dance for the next month or two before “settling” for some drapes that ‘sort of’ work in the space. What if you could have custom […]
I’m Over At Tatertots & Jello Today!
Happy Friday! Mmmm, I’m looking forward to the weekend! I’ve got a few painting projects waiting for me on Sunday. See, I’ve been slowly working on my home office/craft/work spaces, which I’ll be sharing on the blog in a month or two, but in the meantime you’ll get a little “sneak peek” into one of my […]
Etsy Love – MB Art Studios
 MB Art Studios produce edgy, modern designs on everyday ceramic products you use in your home. I love the uniquely textural quality of their work! From cheese trays, to planters, to made-to-order ceramic dishes, and clocks, you’ll love these gorgeous handmade works of art! I’m happy to welcome one of my favorite Etsy shops and it’s […]
How to Make a Fold-out Portfolio Business Card
The question rattling around my brain was how do you get a business card to make such a great impression, people buy into you right away? I was leaving for a blog conference in 2 weeks, and as a new blogger who was fairly unknown to fellow bloggers, it was important to make an impression […]
20 Bathroom Makeovers On A Budget | Hometalk
I’m curating a board on 20 Beautiful Bathroom Makeovers On A Budget over at Hometalk today! There is a bit of advice and inspiration for knock-off style, as well as some incredible blogger powered bathroom makeovers! Click here to see more over at Hometalk.  I have completed 2 out of 3 bathroom makeovers in […]
Etsy Love – Christine Marie B
 I love shops that appeal to my whimsey…that unexpectedly delightful item you can picture in your own home. It’s what I love in this darling shop I follow on Etsy; Christine Marie B Custom Designed + Handmade shop. I have a little crush on Christine’s beautiful custom stamps, although I’m awful at keeping in touch! […]
Etsy Love – Honeycomb Studio
This Etsy shop makes my heart go pitter patter. Nothing is quite like a beautiful ceramic, and all the gold designs especially have me head-over-heels! Honeycomb Studio produces a lovely variety of my favorite color combinations and designs.  Meet Courtney | Owner, Creative Director Courtney Hamill discovered ceramics later than most. Attending a small school with […]
Front Door Paint Giveaway!
Last week I shared my font door paint-over, and this week I’m excited to announce that one of you lucky readers will win your very own quart of Front Door Paint by Modern Masters! Take a look at all these amazing paint choices…so many stunning colors to choose from! Which is your favorite? Go ahead, try […]
Chip Wade…Oh, and I’m a Haven Maven!
Who is the most innovative team in the country? Uh, this guy and his team on HGTV’s Elbow Room! Why yes, yes that is me with Chip Wade and Cristi Holcombe! Well, what do you think, wouldn’t I make the perfect addition to the team? *heh heh* Oh come on, I’m creative… So if you […]
Etsy Love – Rosyeco
 I joke that I was Eco friendly well before it was popular, and I’ve been a long time fan of pure chemical free materials. Sufficed to say, I was pretty excited to run across this shop that used natural hemp cloth, then add some of my favorite mod designs, and I am sold! I’m […]
Etsy Love – Lavinia’s Craft Shop
When a friend of mine recently added entrepreneur to her title of wife and homeschooling super-mom, I could relate to the excitement, anxiety, and hopefulness of such a new venture. Which is why I was thrilled to to lend my photography skills to help her set up shop…well that and any excuse to play house […]
It’s Headboard Week At Remodelaholic!
 Today I’m excited to be over at Remodelaholic sharing an easy door-turn-headboard tutorial! I love the idea of dressing up a bed, then throwing myself right into the midst of it’s beautiful comfort. The best way to have a well dressed bed? Start with a headboard! Don’t just think of headboards as style, think of […]
Pinspired Entry to Hallway Spaces
In my opinion hallways are valuable real estate and should be treated as such, that means I want to make the most of it! I may not always be able to use my halls for storage, but always the gallery lover, I believe halls can sport oodles and oodles of gorgeous art at the very least! […]


















