Fast forward and now our pergola is done! We planted grape vines, one in each corner. They’re really thriving due to our good California weather. We even have our first cluster of tiny, baby grapes. (see below photo) Our own “Napa” dining room in the […]
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I’m not super “crafty” but I couldn’t resist these fruit bags. Be hip and stylish next time you’re shopping at the farmers market. They’re made from old shirts or the ones you accidentally shrunk. They’re so cool looking, practical and […]
So the pergola is going to be fantastico! I’d like to have a lot of “staycations” this summer in our yard in case I fail at brown bagging my free trip to Hawaii! So part of my vision for the yard is very resorty/zen like. But […]
The Beast a.k.a. Our Backyard This is the beginning stage of our backyard remodel. I’m not going to blog on how to build an outdoor patio pergola since I really don’t know how too. I will blog on the DIY projects that are smaller and doable […]
How cool is this? Corks for mulch! I’d like to say it was my idea but it wasn’t. My mother in-law Connie who has a “neon green thumb” came up with this idea. Her hubby loves to drink wine (in moderation […]
Goodbye 1980’s (before photo here) …It’s done! Retexturing the walls, installing a new toilet, hanging a new mirror, changing the light fixture, painting the walls and cabinet base and adding a few inexpensive accessories was the bulk of the remodel. The “how to” paint a chalkboard wall: PRIME your wall first and then paint 2–3 […]
So here is what the bathroom looked like when the home was purchased. The updating hasn’t happened overnight. However, this makeover is almost strictly cosmetic. You could do it in a weekend if you’re organized unlike me! I’ll be posting the after photos as soon as I know this has successfully been posted. haha Thanks […]
If you’ve read my “about me” you know my story. So here is my first attempt at a post. If you are reading this I think I may have succeeded! HURRAY for me!! So my hubby was at a bachelor party for our friend Gary. (congrats Gary & Judy!) What was I to do? I […]
At the water cooler…