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How to Shop at a Vintage/Antique Mall
My love for antiques is serious. I had my first antique booth when I was 12 years old. The owner of the store rented built in shelves that were in the aisle. ☺️ From there, my love (obsession) grew. My mom taught me how to develop an eye at an early age. Over the years, I’ve learned some people feel overwhelmed while antique shopping. If that’s you, these tips might help you! ? ? Don’t Rush If you’re low on time, that’s not your day to shop. You will quickly become frustrated. ? ? Check an antique mall out when you want to enjoy the day browsing. (I typically do…
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Friday Favorites!
It’s Friday again!! Our plans for this weekend consist of picking, coffee and a DIY project.. this is pretty much my ideal weekend. ? ? It’s time for Friday Favorites! I so enjoy sharing products I’ve recently enjoyed. So, let’s talk about a pillow, book and wall art! Yes, of course a book made the list.. I ALWAYS have a good book to recommend. ? Isn’t this pillow adorable?!?! I have one on my couch and love it! I was pleasantly surprised by the size and quality. It’s perfect for any home. Also, this makes an awesome wedding gift for newlyweds. Oh, and it’s only $23.50.. What a great Friday splurge…
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Mother’s Day Gift Ideas
Mother’s Day is in a few weeks!! It’s time to order a gift, and have it shipped directly to Momma!! I’m also going to include my sister in the gift giving this year because she’s expecting her first child mid October.?? (Btw- Its a GIRL!!?) On Sunday May 14th, be sure to celebrate a special mom, grandmother or expecting mother in your life! Here’s some gifts I found online to have shipped to that special mom!! This mug is hilarious!! It’s definitely on my “to order list” for mom. ? For only $10.49 maybe add a Starbucks gift card and you’re set! Oh, and you’ll get to see mom laugh!! Yes,…
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Dresser Makeover / Chalk Paint Tips
Last week I found a vintage French Provincial dresser for only $40.00. ? I knew immediately it was meant to be for my bedroom. Here’s how I fixed it up!! Deep Clean A lot of times these older pieces have been in storage sheds or garages, so they’ve collected many years of dust and dirt. ? I usually remove the handles and spray my furniture really well with Mrs. Myer’s All Purpose then allow it to sit for a few minutes. (Mrs. Myer’s does most of the work.) Paint I use several different types of chalk paint but for this piece I used my favorite, Old White by Annie Sloan.…
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My Find of the Week / Helpful Hint!!
I’ve gotten soooo many questions about my vintage metal laundry basket. If you watch my Instagram stories, you know I found another one today at an antique store. ? Of course I fell in love and had to buy it. I’ve only seen two for sale in my life and I bought both of them. ? Here’s the one I bought today along with a few other treasures. There is so much you can do with these babies.. 1- Blankets and pillows. (This is how I use mine) 2- An actual laundry basket. (Who said laundry baskets had to be plastic and boring?) 3- Plant stand. 4- Porch “catch all”…
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Friday Favorites!
Yep, it’s Friday, so that means time for Friday favorites!! ? Here’s three items I’ve really been digging recently. Remember for more details on these favorites you can always click the underlined name and it’ll take you straight to Amazon.. ?Which just so happens to be my favorite store. Ps- I’m a true book lover nerd, so you can almost guarantee there’ll be a good book on here almost weekly. ? No worries, I’ll only highlight my favorites. ?? Mrs. Myer’s Cleaning Products Cleaning is certainly NOT my favorite job, but Mrs. Myer’s makes it much better. No lie, her all purpose cleaner makes counters sparkle like none other. I…
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DIY Open Shelving
Finally, I convinced my husband open shelving in the kitchen was a good idea .? Open shelves add adorable farmhouse charm!! This project can be done in a bedroom, bathroom or anywhere!! So, I’ll get down to the point – Here’s how we did it! ? Determine the type of wood It’s no secret I’m a huge fan of repurposing! I fell in love with some old hardwood floors we found at an antique store for dirt cheap, so that’s what we used.? You can use old fence wood or pallets… really any kind of wood! Attach the wood to metal brackets This is the moment you should determine the…
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When a Picker Finds French Provincial
As a picker, I never know where the job will take me or what I’ll find. Last week we found ourselves in a small shut down factory town, and we hit a French Provincial goldmine in someone’s shed. Yes, someone’s shed. Midmonth is not usually when I stock up on inventory but I couldn’t pass up this darling dresser. I handed the owner some cash, loaded that baby in the truck and brought her home for some TLC. Like many of you, I’m a fan of French Provincial furniture. ? No doubt, it makes my heart beat a little faster. (You can totally imagine my emotions during the movie Beauty…
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Our Easter Without Children
During holidays such as Easter, it’s easy to feel like something is missing when you don’t have children of your own. As I walk through Target I see the fun bunny goodies and beautiful Easter dresses. ?? On the radio I hear about huge egg hunts (One was a swimming pool egg hunt.. How cool is that??) Many of these wonderful events are geared to families with children. So, if you are childless or even an empty nester, this blog is written for you! Here are a few ways I made Easter special for my family of two. ? It’s not too late to use these ideas. Special Breakfast Typically…
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Good Friday Favorites!
Happy Easter weekend, dear friends! (Yep, I consider you friend by this point ?) It’s Good Friday, so let’s talk about Friday Favorites! One can never go wrong with a moisturizer, book and canister set. Hempz Body Moisturizer This non decor related item is on point! I’ve been lathering it on my skin for three years now because it’s the perfect moisturizer. Each scent is amazing. ? Triple Moisture and Age Defying are my favs! Small Great Things Months ago I read Small Great Things Small GreatThings by Jodi Picoult. Let me just say, my ol heart is still in knots from this deep story. Warning – it’s not a little…
