Shed Final Reveal When we started thinking about this shed renovation project (initial brainstorming post is here) we didn't have a vision of a division. Even when we got to the real planning stage (you can check that out here) the idea of his space and her space didn't occur to … [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...]
Workshed Makeover Plans
It's taken a while to get back to our workshed redo, but we're just about ready. Back in August I wrote about what we wanted/needed out of the shed. You guys had some great ideas and input. Read Our Shed - Where Do We Go From Here? if you want to catch up. Essentially we're … [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...]
Wildlife Tree Party
Fun Tradition while the kids are out of school! Last weekend Mom and I got to volunteer at the cutest event: A Widlife Tree Party! I just wanted to share the experience with y’all because it would be a great idea for a neighborhood or class party, too. The first thing you … [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...]
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...]
Cornhole Boards – Build Your Own
Turns out, building cornhole boards is a pretty easy and economical project. Buddy did the woodwork and I did most of the finishing. Regulation Cornhole Specifications Each board is 24" x 48"The top is 4" off the ground at the front and 12" off the ground at the backThe … [Read more...]
Having Fun & Creating an Electronic Legacy
This is one of those times that we step outside our usual box. I'm a member of a wonderful, supportive group of 50+ year old bloggers and we're blog-hopping starting today with a common thread -- our maturity. There should be lots of interesting posts and, as I write, I'm curious … [Read more...]
Our Work Shed – Where Do We Go From Here?
If you've been following along you know that Buddy and I built our home in 2015 on a lot in a historic district. We're in a small town outside of Atlanta and we LOVE it! There was an old home on the property that was not original to the lot and was in serious disrepair, so it … [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...]
Finding a Lot in a Historic District
Why did I write this? Over and over we get asked the same question: How did you find the lot to build your house? No, it was not listed for sale. I didn't know where to start either. I just dove in and started trying ideas. Because there's not a lot of information out … [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...]
Simple No-Sew Fabric Decor
A friend of mine was at the house around Christmas and seemed just fascinated with the runner on my dining table. The truth is, it was just a couple of yards of ivory satin. I fold the edges under and sort of swirled it around the candles and centerpiece until I was … [Read more...]
Mirror Gets a New Life
While the house was under construction I found this funky mirror in a consignment shop and thought it might be fun in the new powder room. Here's the link where I asked for some ideas. You guys came up with some awesome suggestions, but in the end I decided to give … [Read more...]
DIY Lampshade Re-do was SUPER EASY and FUN
This DIY Lampshade was fun, besides being quick, easy and affordable. … [Read more...]
Construction Complete (….almost ????)
And We Have….. A C.O.!!!!!!
Now, that by no means indicates that the house is done, but it is close! We've spent 6 nights here, during the day co-existing with workers. We came so far in the two weeks from the last post to moving day. It is just unbelievable! To hit some high points … [Read more...]
