It doesn't have to be perfect to be beautiful
Posting a photo of my old kitchen the other day got me to thinking about it. When we moved in we just knew it had to go. The cabs were ugly and thin and had been painted and “distressed” emphasis on stressed. But, I was sure of one thing. I would rather buy a house [...]
I’m getting ready to preach. Preach about my walls. Please forgive me in advance because this is something I’m passionate about! A few of you asked the same great question about my nail holes… Here’s Jo: But what do you do with all the holes in your wall above the piano where you had the [...]
Here it is. The Playroom. We have had lots of different layouts over the years from every boy in his own room with no playroom to every boy and every toy in one big room. This is my favorite so far. We are blessed to have 4 bedrooms 3 of which are small. I am [...]
My favorite go to color in the entire universe is… Tobacco Road It’s a discontinued color from DURON but, they can still mix it for you. I even called to make sure because I didn’t want of riot of Tobacco Road deprived cute moms in high heals with paint brushes showing up at my door. [...]
I have absolutely no idea how to act civil in a situation like this. Kim from Today’s Creative Blog (which is my favorite blog design, next to my own of course) featured my little blog today. I am waaaay too all about myself this morning. Sorry to everyone who knows me in real life I’ll [...]
For those of you thinking that you don’t want to read a post with way too many photos and grammatical errors, I apologize. I have a problem in this rental house that I’ve never really had before. Don’t get me wrong. It’s a great problem to have. Too much space. Add in the fact that [...]
My mom and my three boys and I went to my sister’s house yesterday. Her home is lovely and so inspiring that I thought I’d share some photos. Look down here, doncha just love these drapes and want to wrap up in them and make a prom dress out of them? I always think of [...]
I received the newest Ballard catalog today. About a year ago when I was in my design prime I got my biggest assignment to date. I was somehow entrusted with the redesign of a much loved local bakery that wanted to redefine it’s look and have a friendlier feel of a desert cafe. I already [...]
I've got a secret that will unlock creativity and hope for your home. Ready? Here it is:: It doesn't have to be perfect to be beautiful. Yep. That's it. All you have to do is believe it. [Read More …]
