Oh MAN you guys! I’m so excited about this post I can’t even tell you! It’s been something I’ve wanted to do forEVER and I finally bit the bullet last week and tackled it! BY MYSELF!!! Usually when there’s a big project (which pretty much means anything more involved than say, a) hot glue gun b) […]
DIY Chalkboard Menu
Yes. It’s another chalkboard. In my defense, this is just an UPDATE TO AN EXISTING CHALKBOARD. So technically – technically – I’m not adding any more here, I’m just making one a little way more awesome. We have a chalkboard menu in our kitchen. Might’ve been one of THE very first “naptime” projects – and you […]
The Difference One Light Can Make
Let me preface this post with an explanation – yes, this is another kitchen post, but cross my heart I’m working diligently on the basement, I PROMISE! I painted the plank wall today and started working on the gallery wall…so it’s coming, peeps, it’s coming! 🙂 In the meantime though… I’ve been seeing a lot […]
Giving the Kitchen Island a Makeover…and A Good Decorating Lesson
Once upon a time, not too long ago, I gave my kitchen a makeover. It was red and aqua and bright and fun. As you know, I change my decorating style just about as often as I change my clothes (ok, *slight* exaggeration), so naturally, I’m due for changing things up a little. Or a lot, depending […]




Hi there! I’m Liz, a former teacher-turned-stay-at-home mom to three kids, with a passion to create a warm and inviting home on a budget. This blog all started when I’d put the babies down for a nap, and squeeze in a project during those precious couple of hours! My hope is that you visit this page and feel inspired to do a little “naptime decorating” of your own. Thank you so much for stopping by! 