was spotted recently at Marshall's and made his way into my cart and into my heart. (hey that rhymes!) This is how the little pig and a new gothic-style cathedral mirror transformed one side of my foyer.

name magnets using Scrabble letters, and attached them to small tart pan chalkboards. Using simple craft store magnet rounds, the possibilities are E-N-D-L-E-S-S. <---- Triple word score. :)

15 minutes prep time you have all the time in the world. And you only need 3-4 ingredients max. I have conquered the world of homemade soap. As God as my witness, I will never buy store-bought soap again. :)

turned out pretty good with the help of a new Frenchy friend I found and named "Beaumont." I used simple Italian white pitchers, white spray painted twigs, spring-time florals and some favorite back and white toile plates. I hope you enjoy!

one I lived in under control. And organized. We started with the laundry room and pantry. This is how I decided that an organized pantry worked for me. I also made some cute little Chalkboard Pantry Tags for my baskets. Sooooo easy!

problem is that 1) I could not find any that long and 2) the ones I did find were quite pricey. I knew what I wanted, it was just a matter of figuring out the right lengths, mouldings, etc. I am so happy with how it turned out, and also know that I would have paid much more than $50 had I purchased it. I have included step-by-step pictures of how we created this {cheap} Expensive-Looking Storage Shelf.

feel part of the selection process. (well, that is what I keep telling myself. lol)

When we added on a large Family Room, I had to make some design compromises with The Hubbs. Or rather - ONE compromise. Recliners. (gasp!) What is your opinion on these items of furniture? Do you conjure up images of puffy masses of garish-colored velvet the size of a small European car? I did, too. But after a day wading through custom fabrics, I learned the true art of compromise.

could apply the caulk, paint and not be concerned about any leakage whatsoever.