When we first designed the master bathroom, I had visions of having a special spot for make-up application near my sink vanity. I’m not sure what I was thinking, because I do not wear a lot of make-up, and if I do, the application takes about 1 minute. So for the last 22 years, I…
Where did the week go? My husband is up at our cabin and it’s just been the dogs, cat and myself here. Lots of stormy, swampy weather made me want to just curl up and read a book. But, noooooo. Instead I am doing all the piddly chores that need to get done, but without…
I am getting ready for turning 60 pounds of fresh tomatoes into jarred tomato sauce, so having enough room in the pantry is critical. It seems that every few years I need to organize the kitchen pantry. Here is the story of before and after and how I use this small, yet efficient space. The…
I just love looking at pictures of Before and After shots, mostly for home design and decor, but also weight loss, or hair styles. Why are we so drawn to seeing the Before and After or drastic changes? I believe it’s because we always hope to do better and seeing improvement means making progress. It’s…
I do love brass lamps but it has to be the right shade of brass. We have two not-so-pretty-color brass lamps at our cabin. Several years ago I decide to spray paint them, but I did so without any prep work or primer. Since these lamps are located outside under a covered back porch, the…