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Breakfast Nook Curtains

Here I am, finally revealing my breakfast nook curtains. Which I made, by the way. Sewing and all. I’m so proud of myself. This was a huge triumph for me! I mean, I had to do quite a lot of sewing with...

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Painted Sewing Machine Table

Ever since I was a little girl I wanted to know how to sew. I was in a 4-H sewing group until middle school, but by then I was too caught up in sports and raising pigs and steers for the 4-H market,...

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October Month in Review

Happy November 1st! Was it just me, or did October fly by? I’m doing something new today. I’m wrapping up October… in one post. Welcome to our first Month in Review. I kicked off October by Decorating...

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Easy Double Sided Pillow

Living in a small town can sometimes create a challenge for shopping. Luckily, we have a really nice craft store that eases my frustration from time to time. And that craft store just happens to have a...

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Easy Ruffle Table Runner

Happy Monday! Since we had quite the cold and snowy weather on Saturday, I took full advantage of it and stayed inside! I’ve really been wanting a table runner for the breakfast nook. If you follow me...

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Breakfast Nook Pillows

I’ve been one busy lady. Between trying to reupholster my first wingback chair (more on that later…), making pillow covers for the breakfast nook and working on other projects, my spare time has been...

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Grain Sack Inspired Mini Burlap Pouch

A while back, I had this idea of a small burlap pouch with a grain sack inspired logo. I’ve made this project so many times in my head, that it feels good to actually have it done. And I must say, it...

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Linen Lined Rope Basket

Baskets. I like baskets. But, I like them even better when they cost mere dollars rather than big dollar bills. You know what I’m sayin’? When I ran across these baskets in a Ballard Designs magazine,...

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How To: Recover an Ironing Board

I don’t know how you feel, but I was beyond tired of the generic cover that came on my ironing board. For one, it didn’t have elastic to hold it onto the frame and I was constantly readjusting it and...

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Front Porch Welcome Flag

Since we built our home, I’ve been trying to spruce up our curb appeal and front porch. We started with a completely blank slate and lots of rocks. We’re still working on the yard, and I’m sure that...

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DIY Rosette Pillow

I’ve been so excited to start Christmas decorating! It’s completely underway at The WGC and I couldn’t be happier bringing out the Christmas totes! Today, I couldn’t help but share one of my Christmas...

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DIY Home Sweet Home Pillow

I don’t know about you, but I’m reallly ready for spring. I’ve been feeling a little cooped up, so I decided to make a new pillow to brighten my spirits. Contrary to what Anthony may think, I’m not...

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Easy DIY Ruffled Bed Skirt

Slowly, project by project, our master bedroom is making small strides. Getting this room in shape is on my project goal list for the year and it’s one room that really needs it. I have no idea why it...

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Grain Sack Pillows

A few weekends ago one of my best friends and I went to Salt Lake City, Utah to The Vintage Whites Market. Oh. My. Goodness. To sum up the trip, I was basically like a kid in a candy store. It was a...

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DIY White Fluffy Blanket

Perhaps one of the things I love most about Christmas and the Holiday season, is the cozy and relaxed atmosphere that it brings. I absolutely love snuggling up on the couch, watching Christmas movies,...

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DIY Tea Towel Pillows

I’m in the middle of a bunch of projects. I’m here, I’m there… I’m everywhere! But in the mean time, I decided I needed to sew a few easy pillows. Pillows make everything else in the day so much...

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Grain Sack Inspired Mini Burlap Pouch

A while back, I had this idea of a small burlap pouch with a grain sack inspired logo. I’ve made this project so many times in my head, that it feels good to actually have it done. And I must say, it...

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Linen Lined Rope Basket

Baskets. I like baskets. But, I like them even better when they cost mere dollars rather than big dollar bills. You know what I’m sayin’? When I ran across these baskets in a Ballard Designs magazine,...

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How To: Recover an Ironing Board

I don’t know how you feel, but I was beyond tired of the generic cover that came on my ironing board. For one, it didn’t have elastic to hold it onto the frame and I was constantly readjusting it and...

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Front Porch Welcome Flag

Since we built our home, I’ve been trying to spruce up our curb appeal and front porch. We started with a completely blank slate and lots of rocks. We’re still working on the yard, and I’m sure that...

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