Home Tour - Part 3 Quick Background - It's true. We're living a dream. In case you're new around here, let me catch you up. As empty nesters we wanted to downsize, but not too much. Living on one level is important, because we plan to stay here until.... well, you know. Like … [Read more...]
Hand Cut Map Adds Special Touch
Many of y'all know how much we love our little town of Norcross, Georgia. It sits just northeast of Atlanta and is close enough to have easy access to all the big city offers, but it is a small town in every sense of the word. Read here about our decision to make Norcross our … [Read more...]
Easter Table
Easter Table with Centerpiece I find it so satisfying to put together a "special occasion" table and use what I already have. I love trying to make it unique and different in spite of using elements I find around the house. The only thing I bought for this Easter Table was a few … [Read more...]
Marbled Easter Eggs – Three Methods
How to Make Marbled Easter Eggs I decided I wanted to make marbled Easter Eggs after looking at the hundreds of ideas for decorating Easter Eggs. There are so many great ideas out there, but I had to narrow it down to one look, and even then, there are several ways to make … [Read more...]
Budget Bathroom Makeover Update
Hey y'all! As you know, I have been renovating my bathroom super slowly. The initial plans/ideas were posted a couple months ago (check those out here!) but I've been working on this bathroom longer than I care to admit. This is my first time undertaking a project like … [Read more...]
Nightstand (with Bling) for the Master Bedroom
The Time Has Come Okay, y'all. We've been in the house over a year now. A new nightstand for the master bedroom was on my to-do list before we ever moved in. Uh, that didn't happen. But, I'm thinking the time has come to move on from the fiberboard round table with tablecloth … [Read more...]
Best Projects of 2016
What a fun opportunity to reflect on the Best Projects of 2016 from Biscuits and Burlap. Many of you know that my daughter Sara and I blogged here in 2015 strictly for fun and to document the construction process of my house. That story starts here with our decision to … [Read more...]
How to Add a Special Touch to Your Christmas Decorations
This is almost embarrassing it's so simple. I've found through the years that a few pieces of ribbon can add so much to your Christmas decorations. It's easy, inexpensive (okay, cheap), available in a wide array of colors and you don't need any special skills. You can embellish … [Read more...]
Budget Bathroom Remodel Plans
Budget Bathroom Remodel I am so excited to be tackling my "master bathroom," I can hardly wait to share it. Now, why would I put "master bathroom" in quotes, you ask? That's because this bathroom is smaaaaallllll. My house is actually a 2 bedroom/2 bath townhouse built in 1984 … [Read more...]
Fall Table with Wild Grapevine
This fall table will be great through the month of November, including Thanksgiving. What sets it apart is the use of neutrals, with just a pop of a dusty blue and the wild grapevine woven around the basket and candles. Wild Grapevine Foraging Now I didn't go … [Read more...]
Baby Quilt (Even if You Don’t Quilt)
A baby quilt for someone special! Many of you have heard our news! My fourth grandchild (and Sara's fourth in the niece/nephew brood) was born recently. James "William" came into this world at 8 pounds and 6 ounces and was 21-3/4" long. I know all grandmothers say this, but he … [Read more...]
The Best Sewing Machine (and SUPER Affordable)
Okay, y'all, we have never had a product review on Biscuits and Burlap. It just makes sense to share how much I LOVE my sewing machine with our readers. This post is not being sponsored in any way. I am not an expert at sewing and I am not an expert on sewing machines. I … [Read more...]
Ikebana Inspired Floral Arrangements (Southern Style)
Ikebana is considered an art form and originated in Japan in the 15th century. I've always loved the clean, simple lines, and like to try my hand at one of these floral arrangements occasionally. Years ago I took a short class and there is one thing I never forgot. Unless … [Read more...]
DIY Photo Framing on the Cheap
Here's the thing. I had a photo I wanted to frame and one of those open frames you can get at Hobby Lobby or Joann's. I also had a pre-cut mat. I thought this should be easy, but how do you seal the thing up in the back like the custom frame guys do? Maybe I'm a lousy … [Read more...]
DIY Bed Skirt That You Adjust to the Height of Your Bed
Do you struggle with getting your bed skirt just the right length? This one is fully adjustable and can be made in less than 3 hours for about $30. Do you struggle with getting your bed skirts just the right length? I know I did, and all I could find were basic colors or sets … [Read more...]
Fun Outdoor Tableware!
Fun Outdoor Tableware Check out these are affordable options for putting together a fun outdoor table. … [Read more...]
Home Tour Continues – Living Room & Screened Porch
Welcome to Phase 2 of my home tour -- Living Room and Screened Porch. … [Read more...]
Pam’s Home Tour – Dining Room & Kitchen
Welcome! At first I intended to wait and feature a home tour after the house was decorated perfectly. Well, you all might be waiting years for that. So, as the rooms get presentable I decided to share them with you a couple at the time. … [Read more...]
Wheat Grass Centerpieces (with “Picture Pops”)
I made these wheat grass centerpieces for my mother-in-law's 85th birthday shindig. She wanted a Southern, country-style, family reunion type party, so I kept that in mind when choosing what to do, the containers to put them in, etc. We also wanted to use pictures of her from … [Read more...]
DIY Valance from Re-purposed Bed Linens
This DIY Valance is easy and makes use of what would otherwise be wasted. Waste Not, Want Not Here I go again. I've mentioned before that I am the child of a child of the Depression. Well, actually the child of two children of the Depression. I know that re-purposing and … [Read more...]
Frugal DIY Framing and a Few Outside-the-Box Wall Layouts
So, by now, y'all have probably figured out that I'm all about reusing, repurposing, recycling around my house. I have certain items that I won't change in any way, but I'm usually game to figure out a new way to use something old, or economize on something new. Bring on the DIY … [Read more...]
