*This post is awesomely sponsored by Better Homes & Gardens brand carried exclusively by Walmart. Affiliate links contained below. It’s that time of year when everyone is Christmas shopping for their loved ones, and trying to figure out the perfect gift. But it isn’t only loved ones that can be difficult to shop for (especially while on a budget). […]
10 Tips For Adding Style On A Budget
With a little bit creativity you can redecorate an entire room on almost nothing! Style on a budget using these tips. Just because you are on a bare bones budget doesn’t mean you can’t have a beautiful and stylish home. Like this dramatic living room makeover on a slim budget. *This post is lucky to be sponsored […]
30 Gorgeous Throw Pillow Covers (That Won’t Break The Bank)
My throw pillows go like butter against the sun. It’s like I have 6 kids (because every child might as well equal two) and a couple cats that are scratching the living daylights of the pillows. But no, I have 3 kids and no animals (although, when they act like animals I say “see, this is why […]
Branch & Twig Graphite Pencils
You know those people you meet that just have oodles of talent and taste? You know, the ones you want to be when you grow up… Well Stacy from Not Just A Housewife is one of those people. Girl’s got decorating game! This month Stacy invited me to join in a fun little series she hosts called […]
Simple DIY Painted Trays
I’ve been avoiding the thrift stores lately…well you know how it is, you walk in, and an hour later you walk out with a cart full of items with “potential” you really don’t need and probably won’t have time to makeover. Since our fun Swap It Like It’s Hot thrift shop swap, I have officially failed […]
Navy Painted Throw Pillows
Learn how to make stylish painted throw pillows for just $5! A technique that can apply to curtains, napkins, as well as rugs. Scroll below to read about how to make these three navy pillows, and get more technique tips on the BHG Style Spotters blog. I have quite the obsession with dark blue hues, and it […]
DIY Quirky Head Vase
[left] Hello! It’s Anna again from Annabode, here to share with you another quick & easy DIY project (because I’m a lazy crafter, and those are the best kind!). Last time I showed you how to make a DIY leather door wedge, but today we’re breaking out the mod podge and making this funky little DIY […]
The Inspiration Lightup
Have you ever found yourself at a stand still in your decorating with no idea what to do next? Whether it is because you aren’t sure what pieces would look best in the space, or what would meet your practical needs, or just because you’ve been distracted by life…it is easy to get off track. [left] I have […]
Stylized Office Accessories – Stapler Edition
By now you’ve realized that I miiiiight have a bit of an obsession with all things gold. When I spotted lucite & gold office accessories, yes I swooned, but I also decided to go for it and adorn my office with gold. Now, how to get office accessories with a similar look at a fraction of the price? Well […]
The Great Fake Flower Debate
I was so bummed when I spent $9.00 for the most beautiful orchid (below), and after carefully following the directions for care, it croaked (can plants croak?) within a week. And this isn’t my first plant killing offense… on my record sits two other orchids, a fern, a variety of kitchen window herbs, and one […]
Library Book Basket
My girls are big readers, and big mess makers, and big on losing things.Not a good combination for taking advantage of a “free” library…I believe I’m paying my way in fees. So when I take a moment to write about buying a library book basket, you’ll have a better idea of why…. when you have […]
A Little Bookcase Styl’in {& A Big Makeover}
How do you create a stylish bookcase that is equally functional? Then again, a better question is how much of a design dork would you think I was if I said my first attempted to “stylize” the bookcase was preeeety useless. *hangs head shamefully* Is it just me that finds this task somewhat of a challenge? […]
Lulu & Georgia Inspired Rugs – Painted Rugs
The other day I was over at Lulu & Georgia, drooling…as usual. Is this my life? To be spent admiring items beyond my means? Drat my ridiculously good taste! *lopsided grin* This gorgeous Paint Dot Rug and Arrowhead Rug are positively calling my name, but since they cost more than I spent to makeover my […]
The Golden Touch…Storage Bowls
I’ve always been a brushed chrome girl…until now! Deciding not to replace the pretty gold fixtures in our upstairs bathroom was the best decision I ever made for that space! Now I’m falling head over heels in love with gold, an affair I may not soon get over. A month ago I purchased Krylon […]
How To Stain A Basket
Are you reading this title asking why in the world you would ever need to stain a basket? Yeah, I know, we typically look for that finished product that already matches all our criteria. Which means our baskets are already perfectly stained. Well I have been looking for the perfect small basket that will match […]
