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At The Picket Fence

Blogger | Florence, KY http://www.atthepicketfence.com
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I Don't Want My Potting Bench to Get Dirty! Is That Bad?

I've always wanted a potting bench and when I found this one last year at Big Lots my potting bench dreams came true! The problem is that now it looks so pretty all dressed up with mason ...»
jars and a vintage galvanized bucket and cute little wooden boxes that I can hardly stand the thought of getting it all dirty. I know I must actually put it to good use (you know that whole form meets function thing) and that it is very handy for doing actual potting. But, sometimes I wish it could just stay like this forever! ~Vanessa #MayGarden

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At The Picket Fence Florence, KY 2 days ago
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    Carol L 7 hours ago
    LOL....I would feel the same way. Thank you for sharing. It looks great!
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  • This shows what the chair skirt looks like once all of the pieces are stitched together.
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How to Make Drop Cloth Chair Skirts

I don't like to sew. In fact, I avoid it at all cost. But there are those times when you just simply can't find exactly what you are looking for or when you find it you don't want to ...»
shell out the big bucks! This led me recently to making these Drop Cloth Chair Skirts for my dining room and I'm really loving how they turned out. And since I used leftover drop cloths this project was absolutely FREE. My favorite kind of all! Full tutorial on my blog. ~Vanessa

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At The Picket Fence Florence, KY 7 days ago
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    Terri J 7 days ago
    I had to laugh, not at what you did, but because I just bought a big drop cloth to cover my ...»
    old couch. Timing couldn't be better!!

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My Traditional Meets French Country Living Room Makeover!

Honoring the style and architecture of your home is so important when decorating, don't you think? And my house is just truly traditional in every way. So, I've embraced it while also ...»
attempting to keep things light and bright. Much needed new carpet makes the biggest impact and with other new touches here and there I'm ready to put a fork in this room and call it done! ~Vanessa #BeforeandAfter

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At The Picket Fence Florence, KY on May 09, 2013
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    Wendy Ann Chipman on May 10, 2013
    You have a gift. It looks beautiful.
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  • Hometalk Summer Home Decor Trends Twitter Party!
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It's a Hometalk Summer Home Decor Twitter Party!

This THURSDAY, 9 PM-10 PM EST on Twitter, we're discussing Summer Home Decor Trends with the most amazing panel of bloggers and designers!Join, Michael W ...»
of Inspired by Char, Kim Sand & Sisal of Sand and Sisal, Jenna, SAS Interiors of SAS Interiors, Darlene Nazarete Weir of Fieldstone Hill Design and At The Picket Fence as we talk all thing SUMMER! Be sure to RSVP through the link to win some great gift cards to your favorite home decor stores! Use #hometalk to join in!!

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At The Picket Fence Florence, KY on Apr 30, 2013
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    At The Picket Fence on May 02, 2013
    Don't forget to be there tonight for this fabulous Twitter Party! Use #hometalk to join in!
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Do you know Patty Popular?

Patty Popular wanted me to feel like it was too late to share my Spring Mantel...and that since my mantel isn't white it won't look as lovely as some of the other mantels out there. She ...»
wants me to feel insecure and full of doubts. But I'm saying farewell to Patty Popular!! Care to join me? We're throwing her a good-bye party! You can read more of this story in my blog post (link below). ~Vanessa

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At The Picket Fence Florence, KY on Apr 24, 2013
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Celebrating Earth Day with a No-Sew Stenciled Pillow!

I live in Oregon. Land of millions of trees (and flannels!) and definitely known for celebrating Earth Day. But for me, this day means so much more. So, I made this simple pillow and ...»
stenciled it with words which reflect how I celebrate Earth Day. ~Vanessa

#Recycle

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At The Picket Fence Florence, KY on Apr 20, 2013
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    Becky on Apr 21, 2013
    You are very wise. How can we celebrate earth without remember it's Creator.
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  • For budget reasons the counter stayed the same but a new faucet gave it a fresh look.
  • A simple burlap skirt gathered on a tension rod lightens the space without the commitment of painting the cabinetry.
  • I like to use regular window curtains instead of a shower curtain.
  • A simple change like an oiled bronze handle on the toilet gives it an updated look.
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French Country Bathroom Makeover

Our downstairs bathroom has come a long way! From dated and boring to updated with a touch of French Country charm. Damask wallpaper, a burlap vanity skirt, bead board, new faucet, ...»
mirror, light fixture and more! And all done without breaking the bank. Even something as simple as changing out the handle on the toilet can give big impact. I hope you enjoy taking the tour of my French Country Bathroom! Or is it Country French? ~Vanessa

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At The Picket Fence Florence, KY on Apr 18, 2013
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    V Valencia on May 09, 2013
    Lovely....
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  • A simple tension rod fits right underneath the counter.
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No-Sew Burlap Bathroom Vanity Skirt

As part of a mini-makeover in our downstairs bathroom I wanted to freshen up the vanity area but wasn't ready to commit to painting the cabinets. This no-sew burlap skirt provided the ...»
perfect solution! Using stitch-witchery and a tension rod I have a fresh look and I love how much character it adds to this room. ~Vanessa

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At The Picket Fence Florence, KY on Apr 17, 2013
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  • All this mirror needed was a little rope and shells to turn it into a true beach beauty!
  • Before it was a sweet and simple framed mirror, after it has been transformed into this coastal rope mirror!
  • This transformation couldn't be easier.  A little rope, shells, mod podge and hot glue and you can transform any mirror.
  • All this mirror needed was a little rope and shells to turn it into a true beach beauty!
  • All this mirror needed was a little rope and shells to turn it into a true beach beauty!
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DIY Coastal Rope Mirror Makeover

I love a good makeover story and this Wayfair mirror makeover is no exception! I took on the Wayfair/HomeTalk #DIYChallenge by ...»
transforming a sweet and simple mirror into a coastal beach beauty!

With the addition of rope and seashells this mirror makeover couldn't be easier! The most difficult part is sitting for a few hours gluing rope around and around in circles. The key is to keep your rope tight and even, trimming it off at the end and then looping back around with a new row.

After rope is applied, attach starfish using hot glue. Heavily coat shelf ledge with mod podge and layer with sea shell filler. Allow to dry. Visit me over on the blog for even more photos of this "mirror Cinderella story!"

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At The Picket Fence Florence, KY on Apr 12, 2013
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    At The Picket Fence on May 13, 2013
    @Charlotte Annas I'd love to see a picture of it! Would you mind sharing? :)
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Design & Décor: WANTED: Decorating Advice!

I recently purchased these two beautiful mirrored chests to go on either side of my fireplace. Now the dilemma! What to put on the wall above them? I want to keep the mirror which hangs above the fireplace so that leaves me with the options of artwork, some kind of architectural pieces, vintage shutters, etc. What would YOU do? Thanks for any advice you can offer and PLEASE don't comment on the accessories on the mirrored pieces as I just threw stuff on there for sake of the photo. LOL! ~Vanessa

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At The Picket Fence Florence, KY on Apr 05, 2013
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    Mary I. on Apr 08, 2013
    I think painting the wall a little darker shade would make the mirror stand out more. I would ...»
    change the shades on the wall sconces. You could go with a clear shade and spray them with Looking Glass spray paint which will give them a mirror finish and it will tie all your mirrored pieces together. On your mantle I would choose a color and pick some items in various shades of that color and do a grouping of large, medium and small pieces in an odd amount 3-5-etc.

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