Not only am I simplifying our household by getting rid of unnecessary things but even the things that are necessary (furniture, bedding, dishes, etc) I want to have some sort of meaning that brings joy or lasting comfort. Not the kind of comfort that comes from buying to satisfy a feeling of emptiness but the kind of comfort that is like a random hug from someone you love.
DIY Home Decor: Antiquated Heirloom Items / What kind of stories does your home tell?
May 31, 2011 By
Upcycle Laundry Sorter Tutorial & Mess Free Fabric Dyeing
May 28, 2011 By
Recently while I was decluttering I came across some navy blue Rit dye that I had not used. I also found some navy and white striped ribbon. I left it on the dryer while I was trying to decide what to do with it and somewhere between the rinse and spin cycle it hit me. I can upcycle this laundry sorter! And so I did.
Home Staging Design and House Selling Tips for Home Seller
May 26, 2011 By
Rule #1 of home staging: Make your home a canvas for the life of the new owners by removing anything that indicates that the home currently belongs to you.
Some really good yard sale finds!
July 5, 2010 By
I only spent $45 total on this stuff (clothes: $20, chair: $15, rest: $10). That is not bad for two and a half hours of shopping and I am going to make a profit on the stuff!
Boys will be boys… with paper and tape.
January 2, 2010 By
You know, before I had kids I always told people all about the things I’d never do. One thing I have learned over the years is that those words will always come back to haunt you. I remember when I went to visit my cousin and her little boy came out with guns blaring during [...]
