How to Safely Replace an Electric Oven Bake Element

Happy Monday, Friends! I recently replaced the bake element in my electric oven for the first time so I thought I'd share my experience and several lessons I learned in the process. Does that make me an expert? Nope--but I want to encourage you that if I can do it, I bet you can too 

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DIY Painted Trash Can Refresh

Happy Monday, Friends! When you saw my blog post title, did you think Who paints their trash can?! Well you probably know me well enough by now to know This girl does! My kitchen trash can is out in the open right by the back door so of course, I want it to look nice

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How to Restore Oil-Rubbed Bronze Bathtub Fixtures

Happy Monday, Friends! I recently completed a bathroom DIY that I just had to share with you! While restoring bathtub fixtures may not be the most glamorous project, this DIY fix didn't cost me a penny and I couldn't be more pleased with the results

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DIY Painted Wicker Chair

Happy Monday, Friends! Have you ever felt conflicted about changing up your decor? Recently, I struggled a bit about painting a chair that would be a better fit in a different space. In the end, I decided that even a pretty before can benefit from change...

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DIY Painted Patio Pouf

Hi there, Friends! We've all had patio furniture or garden accents that have seen better days, but are still functional. Maybe something specific even came to mind as you read this! Today I'm sharing a recent DIY project that falls into this category-giving new life to an old outdoor pouf...

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A Tale of Two Power Washers Unsponsored Review

Happy Friday, Friends! Last month, I shared an unsponsored review of floral decor I had recently purchased online. For today's Fridays at Home post, I'm reviewing two different power washers. Follow along to see which one I selected! 

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Windsor Chair Upcycle: Friday's Find #310

Thank God it's thrifty Friday, Friends! Can you believe it's the first Friday's Find of October?! This week I'm sharing a recent thrift store find upcycle--a low back Windsor chair... 

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Ugly Duckling Dresser Transformation

Happy Monday, Friends! Today I have a thrift store dresser transformation to share that puts me in mind of Hans Christian Andersen's story of the Ugly Duckling. It's always a pleasure to bring out the hidden "swan" in a cast-off piece of furniture...

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Easy 3 Step Dish Towel Napkins

Happy Monday, Friends! Have you ever noticed that there seems to be a larger selection of cute dish towels than there are cloth napkins? I'm sure that's one of the reasons it has become popular to use pretty towels as napkins. That works for most dinner place settings but is too large for serving tea or dessert. When I came across a pretty cotton herb towel in Target's dollar bins, I was inspired to use one towel to create two napkins. If you want to make your own, follow these three easy steps... 

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15 Minute DIY Essential Oil Deodorant--That Really Works!

Happy Monday, Friends! When I shared the photo of my latest project with Dear Firstborn, her response was, "It's sooo crunchy granola, but I love you for it!" Can you relate? To be honest, once upon a time seeing a homemade deodorant recipe might have caused me to roll my eyes, but after an unsuccessful quest to find an aluminium-free product, I resorted to my usual do-it-yourself tactic. This fragrant and thrifty recipe can be whipped up in 15 minutes or less...

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Bee-utiful Stenciled Bistro Chair Upcycle

Happy Monday, Friends! The Texas sun is hard on my outdoor furniture, and I've learned to accept that fresh paint is needed every few years. Today I'm sharing some outdoor bistro chairs that I recently gave some much needed love and attention...

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12 Readers' Favorites from 2018

Happy New Year's Eve, Friends! I like to begin the new year with a look back, so today I'm sharing the most popular posts from the 2018...

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Updated Bathroom Reveal

Happy Monday, Friends! During the month of July, I shared several DIY projects as I gave my bathroom a much needed update. Bye-bye hunter green! As promised, today I'm sharing my bathroom reveal, and you won't believe how little I spent...

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15 Minute Emoji Tic-Tac-Toe Game

Happy Monday, Friends! Today I'm sharing a fun 15 minute project that you can craft with little ones. Inspired by Ginger Grand's love for emojis, I created a fresh spin on the classic game before he arrived and then let him make his own during his annual summer visit. He loved coming up with different emojis. It would also make a great gift or travel game. What kid--or adult for that matter--doesn't love emojis? 

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How to Whitewash Cabinets and Doors: Bathroom Update Part III

Happy Monday, Friends! This month I've been featuring a series of DIY projects to complete a much needed bathroom update. First, I shared how to paint and stencil vinyl floors. Next, came my tutorial for thrifty painted countertops.  As promised, today I'm sharing the third segment of my bathroom update. This week I'll show you how to whitewash cabinets and doors... 

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DIY Thrifty Painted Countertops: Bathroom Update Part II

Happy Monday, Friends! I've been on a mission to refresh my outdated bathroom--no more hunter green! Last week, I showed you how to paint and stencil vinyl floors. Today I'm sharing the next segment of my bathroom update: an easy and thrifty way to paint countertops...

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DIY Painted and Stenciled Bathroom Floor: Bathroom Update Part I

Happy Monday, Friends! Have you ever had one of those projects that you kept putting off, but when you finally tackled it, you were so happy with the results, you wished you'd done it sooner? That's exactly how I feel about my painted and stenciled bathroom floor...

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DIY Dollar Store Peony Flower Placemats Plus Giveaway Winners!

Hi there, Friends! It's starting to feel like spring here in Texas and I've been working on some fresh floral accents. This project is for my kindred spirits out there who agree there's no such thing as too many flowers! These blooming peony placemats will make your home feel like spring inside, even if you're still knee deep in snow outside and you can craft them with thrifty dollar store flowers... 

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Country Sampler Spring Decorating Giveaway

Hi there, Friends! I'm excited to share a small giveaway with you today! If you've got spring fever, the Country Sampler Spring Decorating issue is full of inspiring DIY projects. It will be available in stores in the next few days plus I'm offering several giveaway copies, courtesy of Country Sampler Magazines... 

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How to Stencil a Chalkboard

Hi there, Friends! Recently, when I featured this scripture garden chalkboard with my cozy winter decor, I promised to share a tutorial. As I've mentioned before, despite my love for DIY projects and crafts, I'm pretty challenged when it comes to free hand drawing and lettering. Now if you happen to be blessed with gorgeous handwriting and the talent to draw, that's awesome--go for it! For the rest of you, quite simply, I've found the easiest way to create a pretty chalkboard is by stenciling and today I'll show you how... 

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