Are you struggling with an ugly bathroom with little storage space? These 7 tips will show you how to make a small bathroom look larger AND more beautiful! When you live in a small home with a big family you have to learn to be a little creative with storage. At the busiest time in our lives, there were 5 kids, 3 dogs and 4 cats living in ... read more
Cranberry Pumpkin Quick Bread
This easy recipe for Cranberry Pumpkin Quick Bread will soon become a family favorite. Topped with a simple glaze the bread is perfect all year round! Does it feel like time is flying by at the speed of light? It sure does to me! I remember as a kid thinking Thanksgiving would never come. And then the anticipation for Christmas as ... read more
Easy Dollar Store Fall Table Decorations
Want a beautiful table without all the expense and extra time? These easy Dollar Store fall table decorations are perfect for the busy woman! When my kids were younger one of the ways I taught them about money was to give them an allowance. Chores were expected and non-negotiable, and the allowance wasn't attached to their behavior. ... read more
Easy Fall Decorating Ideas on a Budget!
With just a few practical tips you'll be on your way to a beautiful fall home. These easy fall decorating ideas are both inexpensive and simple to do! The breeze blows gently through my hair, the leaves crunch under my feet and the air feels crisp and fresh this morning. I clasp a mug of my favorite Instant Russian Tea and my ... read more
Easy Candy Corn Banner (from a paper plate!)
Want an easy Halloween or fall craft? This Candy Corn Banner is so easy and it's made from a paper plate! Perfect for kids! Do you remember making crafts as a kid? I don't have any memories of being an artistic child. I do, however, remember when my sister introduced me to cross-stitching in high school. That was it. For YEARS I spent all ... read more
Slow Cooker Barbecue Pork Sliders
Disclosure: This shop has been compensated by Collective Bias, Inc. and its advertiser. All opinions are mine alone. #AllNaturalPork #GuaranteedTender #EasyNaturalSmithfield #CollectiveBias Stressed out with little time to cook for your family? These Slow Cooker Barbecue Pork Sliders are easy and delicious for either a main dish or ... read more
How to Turn a Closet into a Home Office
Disclosure: This shop has been compensated by Collective Bias, Inc. and its advertiser. All opinions are mine alone. #CreateWithPilot #PowerToThePen #CollectiveBias Work from home but no space for an office? Learn how to turn a closet into a home office (plus all the details on the craft room organization!) When I first started blogging I ... read more
21+ Best Back To School Teacher Gifts You Can Easily DIY!
With back to school right around the corner, we are featuring 21+ of the best teacher gifts that you can easily DIY with just a few supplies. Do you have fond memories of your teachers from elementary school? I can't remember all the details but I remember Mrs. Rudisill. She was a kind, tall woman who was my first grade ... read more
How to Paint a Room [Secrets from a Pro!]
A professional painter shares his secrets on how to paint a room, with great tips for the beginner wanting to save time and money! I love to create something beautiful out of other people's roadside castoffs or yard sale bargains. But paint an entire room? Not so much! When we moved into our home 28 years ago I was assigned the ... read more
30+ Corn Bread Recipes [Classic to Gourmet]
If you are looking for some of the most amazing corn bread recipes to try, we have gathered 31 of the best! From southwestern style to classic southern corn bread, you don't want to miss these! One of the most viewed posts on my blog is my Jiffy Corn Bread recipe. There are almost 200 comments with reader substitutions and suggestions. I ... read more
Stamped Books DIY [Tutorial using Chalk Paint]
Create your own farmhouse decor with this stamped books DIY tutorial using cheap paperback books, chalk paint and rubber stamps. Do you want an authentic, one of-a-kind home? Me, too! Have you run out of original ideas? Yep, same here! Sometimes there's a crafty DIY project that appears EVERYONE has done to death. Know what, though? ... read more
Peach Cobbler Recipe (Only 5 Ingredients!)
Do you want your guests to go crazy over your baking skills? Then this dessert is for you! This 5 ingredient Peach Cobbler recipe is to die for and so easy to make! Yes, I'm a good Southern belle. No I don't like warm weather. Some people live for summer. The tropical breezes, the longer days and sun kissed tan. Me? I get ... read more
DIY Floating Mantel (Build one out of Barn Wood!)
Easy instructions for building a DIY floating mantel out of reclaimed barn wood. Perfect for the rustic, repurposed look that's so popular! If you've read my blog for more than five minutes you know I'm not a decorator, designer or any other "d" words! Yet somehow I'm learning to create a treasured home, one day, one area at a time. As ... read more
Top 10 Yard Sale Bargains: What to Buy and How to Save!
This must have list of top 10 yard sale bargains will save you thousands with all the tips you need on what to shop for at yard and garage sales, thrift stores and craigslist! Want to create a beautiful home but you're short on money and time? Maybe you think staying at home with the kids isn't possible because there are too many bills ... read more
Small Farmhouse Bathroom Remodel (reveal + details!)
You will not believe this before and after of a small farmhouse bathroom remodel. Extra space was added by opening up the shower and using a DIY dresser turned vanity. This post has been a long time in coming, my friends. A looooonnnng time. I promise I'm not exaggerating. We finished our kitchen remodel (took down a wall and gutted the ... read more
25+ Best Father’s Day Gifts for Hard to Buy For Dads!
It IS possible to find the best inexpensive Father's Day gifts for hard to buy for dads! There's something for everyone here! Is it just me, or are dads hard to buy for? My dad passed away in 2009 (you can read my eulogy here) but I remember he was always hard to buy for. He sold everything from used cars to recreation vehicles and ... read more
Jiffy Corn Bread with Creamed Corn Recipe
This easy Jiffy Corn Bread with creamed corn begins with a Jiffy box mix and is moist and delicious! It's the PERFECT bread everyone will rave about! When I was growing up my mom's mother (MawMaw to me) lived with us until she passed away when I was 15. She was almost like a mom to me during my preschool and school years when my ... read more
Shopping for New Furniture: 5 Money Saving Tips!
Disclosure: I received products from Rooms To Go but all opinions in this post are my own! These 5 money saving tips for shopping for new furniture will not only help you stay within your budget but make sure you get the best possible products! Do you dream of new furniture for your home but are lost as to where to start looking? There ... read more
5 Organization Ideas for Small Spaces
These smart organization ideas for small spaces include 5 ways to make the best of your space by using clever and inexpensive storage options. One of the things I hear most from my readers is that you want a home that is both beautiful and functional. But how do you achieve that when there's stuff everywhere? Even if you have a ... read more
Decluttering Sentimental Items: My Top 5 Secrets!
Overwhelmed by all your stuff? These top 5 secrets for decluttering sentimental items will bring you one step closer to an organized home and life! When I was a newlywed bride I began clipping pictures out of decorating magazines to create my dream home. I excitedly cut and pasted the pictures onto notebook pages and watched ... read more
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