My Grandmother’s Mahogany Veneer Dresser Makeover
Several years ago my grandmother gave me her old high boy. She was running out of space but didn’t want to get rid of it & knew that I would keep it &…
A Builder Basic Kitchen Goes Semi-Custom
Happy 2018 y’all! I am excited about what this year has in store. After spending most of 2017 out on IR with a broken foot, I finally got the go ahead to kick…
How to Create a Beautiful Sustainable Living Room
Following up on my Living Room Layout Guide I wanted to show you a practical way to create a beautiful sustainable living room. There are 3 things I always hear when it comes…
DIY Marble Tile Tabletop
When I decided to remix our master bedroom for the ORC, I wanted to use an antique vanity that I got at a community garage sale. The table had no top and I really…
DIY Console/Bar Table – Total Cost $20
Since we moved last August, we’ve been entertaining a lot more than we could have imagined. I’m grateful for that because we really enjoy having friends & family over. And because we love…
A Peek Inside My Home Office
Hello my people! I know I haven’t been around talking with you much and I promise there is a really good reason. I’ve been busy. No really, not just busy, but BUSY. In…
How to Make a Custom Bench
I am now at the point where I know what pieces can live on forever and what will be past it’s prime (and useless) by the time the fabric wears out (or is…
One Kings Lane ~ Head Over Heels for Chaises
Lately in the fashion and business world, there’s been a lot of talk of the “personal style uniform”. You know, having a basic signature style outfit that makes you YOU and that makes…
How to Makeover a Rush Cane Chair
This is the story of 2 rush cane chairs that needed a little makeover. Not an overhaul and nothing to destroy the original cane seats. Just a little cut and color. I…
Design Tips for New Homeowners
So you are the proud owner of your first home! What’s next? Well first, congratulations are in order! Congratulations on your new home! Yay you! What a wonderful (fun, long, and hopefully fulfilling) journey…
