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Yesterday, I had the privilege of being on Twin Cities Live for their week focusing on Pinterest. It was a full week of DIY projects. I got to meet Jeff Devlin from the DIY Network- he was so fun to work with! Me with Jeff Devlin from the DIY Network! We had so much fun! If you 'd like details on what we demonstrated on the show check out my past blog posts. {DIY Baby Shower Decor} {Baby-Cakes - Onsie Cupcakes for the New Baby} Hope these are helpful tips next time you … [Read more...]
I love watching color trends! This year the color is: Emerald Green. SWOON. I found this collection on Pinterest, taken from the Project Decor. I've decided to re-decorate my kitchen before my son's graduation open house this spring. After seeing this hutch done by Jennifer at Dimples and Tangles; I knew EXACTLY what direction I want to go! I'll keep you posted on the kitchen! Today, I want to give you a taste of Annie Sloan's Antibes Green. I started with this cute gray end-table; … [Read more...]
PROUD My son, Brock, was a candidate on the homecoming court for school recently. The coordination ceremony was really sweet, the girls were beautiful and the guys were handsome as ever. It's so fun to see all these kids dressed up and acting all proper and grown up. All the kids were great candidates so it was easy to be happy for all of them. I can say though, I was a little excited and proud when they announced Brock as the sophomore prince. He's so cute! Shhhhh, don't tell him I … [Read more...]
Have you ever found the perfect piece of furniture only to discover part of it is chipped or missing? Oh, the let down, sheer joy to utter disappointment in seconds! I have great news; my friend Jerra gave me the skinny on how to easily fix veneer on any piece. Start with a beautiful piece full of potential! Notice the missing veneer? UGH! Don't worry, you can fix it! Step #1: Clean furniture thoroughly with Murphy's Oil Soap. (In my experience this works the best). Purchase … [Read more...]
It seems when it comes to furniture it seems like I hoard collect certain pieces. For some reason lately, I keep finding desks. Monday I shared a desk I recently did for my daughters friend. I used Annie Sloan Paris Gray and it turned out adorable. For this desk I used one of my favorite Annie Sloan colors, Florence. It's gorge...seriously. {Before Desk} For this desk I went with Annie Sloan's Florence. I love the fact that I don't have to sand or prime- Hallelujah! I used 2 coats. … [Read more...]
{Advocate} My 'Word for Wednesday' blog post comes from things I am dealing with at the time. I'm hoping most of you are like me and find yourself in similar situations. This week I'm focusing on the word - advocate. The definition of advocate is: to speak, plead or argue in favor of. We've recently been faced with some issues that require my husband and I to advocate on behalf of our son. Most of us have encountered a time when we need someone to go on our behalf and plead our case. Maybe … [Read more...]
{Annie Sloan Chalk Paint - Paris Gray Desk} My daughter wanted to surprise one of her best friends, Kaitlin. She wanted to give her a desk for her new room. Of course, she knows I can handle anything furniture related. I happened to have a desk in my garage that was perfect! Her friends new room is gray and lavender with a shabby chic look. Being the nice mom that I am (wink, wink) I got right to work transforming the desk. Step #1: Clean desk out and remove ugly hardware. Step #2: … [Read more...]
{FIGHTER} Today I'm going to share part 1 of a 2 part series called: FIGHTER. If you are familiar with my story you know I was in a breast cancer battle this past year. I'm so thankful to the Lord for my healing and for bringing me through with flying colors. In this message I share why it's important to train for the fight because we all face battles in life. The Word tells us to 'fight the good fight of faith' and we need to be prepared for it. Not only does the Bible tell us to fight, but … [Read more...]
I've had a passion for updating furniture for a few years now; maybe even borderline obsessive. I have to admit, it took me a while to jump on the Annie Sloan Chalk Paint (ASCP) bandwagon. I mean really, who spends $37 on a quart of paint? Now I can say, I do! I recently had to opportunity to share my love of this amazing paint on Twin Cities Live - YAHOO! Enjoy this segment! The great news (for the local folks) is we now sell it at Nic Nac Paddywacs, we are even available by … [Read more...]
We have a giveaway winner! Beth Smith is getting a copy of Pocket Your Dollars: 5 Attitude Changes That Will Help You Pay Down Debt, Avoid Financial Stress, & Keep More of What You Make by my friend Carrie Rocha along with a $10 Starbucks card! Don't be sad if you didn't win, you can follow the link and get your own copy. This book will seriously help change the attitudes you have towards money and spending. I recently took a Annie Sloan Chalk Paint class and learned several new … [Read more...]
{Keep Calm & Trust in Him} This week I'm going to something very near and dear to my heart (literally...wink, wink). I had the opportunity to share 2 messages based on my breast cancer story. My motto going into this was: Keep Calm & Trust in Him (my amazing friends came up with it). {Surgery Day with our T-shirts} My prayer is that my story encourages you and that you would be willing to share it with any woman you know facing breast cancer. {Keep Calm} Keep Calm - Sunday … [Read more...]
Hi, I'm Sunday and yes, that's my name! I love DIY projects and the thrill of making something great-for cheap. I'm here to share tips for the DIY'er at heart from a wife, mom, and pastor. What do you do with your Sunday Afternoon?
