Category Archives: thrift stores

New Year, New Hair, New Word and New Project

Posted on January 2, 2013 by Michelle

Yes, I have been a horrible blogger.  I am going to change that. New Year….New Stuff. First on the agenda.  New hair, priorities you know. The First Born helped me pick a word yesterday, RELAX is the word.  I love … Continue reading →

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I Have No Cookies, How About A Glass Of Wine?

Posted on December 12, 2011 by Michelle

OK, if I was one of those over achieving Martha types I’d have some cookies popping out of the oven and I would meet you at a beautifully decorated staircase with my monogrammed apron….that aint happening.  I do however have … Continue reading →

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Happy Place-I’ll Show You Mine If You Show Me Yours!

Posted on January 17, 2011 by Michelle

I picked my word for 2011 and it’s change, I need a change.  I spent 2010 just “getting by” and 2011 is the year I am going to start checking things off my To Do List.  I’m going to focus … Continue reading →

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Halloween Wall

Posted on November 1, 2010 by Michelle

This wall had become my enemey, I hated it.  I was overwhelmed.  I didn’t know where to start.  Then we found the salvage yard. I have to say I’m pretty happy.  It’s still a work in progress, but I already … Continue reading →

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From The Outhouse To The Penthouse

Posted on October 17, 2010 by Michelle

We have accomplished so much today I don’t even know where to start.  Well I guess I’ll start with this little show stopper. Isn’t she cute?  I think she’s so cute I thought about “naming” her.  This is how she … Continue reading →

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Framed

Posted on October 15, 2010 by Michelle

This has been the best week for some DIY at my house, we pick up “the mother load” of projects in the morning.  Did I say we?  Mr. Wonderful picks up my junk great finds tomorrow and it’s going to … Continue reading →

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Birthday Treasures

Posted on October 13, 2010 by Michelle

My DIY heart is overflowing tonight with possibilities!  I have to wait until Saturday to get my hands on my loot, but come Sunday I will be sanding, painting, vinyling until my heart is bursting.  I have been participating in … Continue reading →

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Red Hot

Posted on October 11, 2010 by Michelle

Ok, I have to admit Mr. Wonderful has scored some major Brownie Points.  He’s on vacation this week and today he spent his day doing this……. Did you squeal?  I did, when I pulled into the driveway tonight there she … Continue reading →

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10-10-10

Posted on October 10, 2010 by Michelle

I love that today is 10-10-10 so I thought what a great day to do a top ten post.  I of course spent the day going back and forth on what I wanted to do a Top 10 post on … Continue reading →

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My Love Affair With Turquoise

Posted on October 4, 2010 by Michelle

I recently read somewhere that turquoise is the 2010 color of the year, I love when I’m a trend setter.  My “Happy Place” was the first time I we painted furniture, I was addicted. I didn’t see The Colour Challenge … Continue reading →

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