Who says decorating has to cost an arm and a leg? All you have to do is shop your stash. Meaning- look around your house. See what you already have. Use it in a new way, a new space, or a new color. Your old stuff can become new again if you just look at it in a different way Give your space a decorating refresh Here is my living space I … [Read more...]
Deck Refesh
Here in Wisconsin, summers are cherished. If you don’t embrace every minute of it, in a flash it is gone. That means, get your butt outside, soak in the the warmth and sunshine and enjoy. I took my own advice this season and did a deck refresh. Take a look back a couple years when I first purchased my new home. I concentrated my efforts on the interior by decorating with thrifty … [Read more...]
Thrifty Tiered Tray Challenge
Do you struggle like myself styling a tiered tray? I don't know what it is that stumps me. Is it the multi levels? The height between each tier? Or just picking out the decor for a small space? Whatever the case, I have decided to give it shot and share my struggle with you. This challenge for attempting a decorated tiered tray came from Roz Here is her lovely decorated … [Read more...]
THRIFTY TO NIFTY IN THE CARIBBEAN
Say What? That's right. Let me catch you up on the story... I was generously ask to accompany a dear friend and husband to beautiful St John in the U.S. Virgin Islands. They were on a business trip to the island to check on there properties post hurricane. In September 2017, Category 5 hurricane, Irma slammed the Island downing power lines, tearing off rooftops, or destroying … [Read more...]
Childhood Memories Now Centerpieces
If you haven't heard, I have moved to a new home. Lately while still unboxing, much reminiscing has been shared regarding my childhood memories. My mother has pasted along some favorite family items. One of those items triggered a memory of a Christmas present from my father. Luckily for me, it resurfaced in the move and has found its place in my new home. This present was a wooden … [Read more...]
Part 2 Thrifty Decorated New House
Happy July all! It's so hard to believe we are in the midst of summer. It's a sad fact but also on the flip side, it means lots of garage sales, flea markets, and all sorts of thrifty fun. Did you you know? I have moved and have chosen to decorate my new home with mainly thrifty decor. The first part of the reveal can be seen here. It showcases my living room and all the treasures that it … [Read more...]
Thrifty Decorated New Home Without Breaking the Bank
I've Moved!! Come on in and I'll show you how I chose to decorate my new home with all Thrifty Finds. Yes, decorating a whole house can be done without breaking the bank. My thrifty finds didn't happen over night. It has been a collection over the years. If you know me or are familiar with my blog, you realize items come and go. I love to hunt and find pieces. Some stay with me … [Read more...]
Restyling with What You Already Have
Sounds simple enough, doesn't it? Yet, we don't seem to think of decorating or restyling with what we already have. During one of my purging sessions, I came across an old issue of a HGTV Magazine with a sub heading stating just that, "Restyle With What You Have". Hey!, I must be featured, because this is the only kind of styling I do! Seriously, if you look back at many of my posts I have … [Read more...]
Thrifty Kitchen Decorating- Shop My Stash
How has your weekend been? It has been fabulous here. Although there has been thunderstorms, there also has been a nice balance of great weather too. I know I often talk about the weather, but where I live, it strongly dictates what you end up doing. When the weather is nice, you certainly don't spend it indoors. So my plans changed, and I spent a little " me time" doing a little Thrifty Kitchen … [Read more...]
Create a Coffee Nook In Your Home
It's the middle of February. The sun is shining. The fresh snow is sparking and it's all being enjoyed with a fresh cup of coffee. I just love my morning ritual of a great, hot cup of coffee enjoyed in my coffee nook to start the day. Over the years, my homage to the coffee started by allowing a single space on my counter for Keurig, to creating a wonderful coffee nook. I'm excited to share … [Read more...]