The day is finally here! The kitchen makeover/refresh/whatever you wanna call it – is D-O-N-E! To refresh your memory, a few months back in June, I had a crazy idea after seeing my sister’s painted countertops in her wetbar. I had the realization that while a big reno wasn’t in the budget, MAYBE I could […]
Found a New Favorite Paint Color, and The Kitchen Wall Decision!
September 20, 2018 by 7 Comments
I am *maybe* the pickiest person in the universe when it comes to paint. I will spend a small fortune on paint samples and place them in every area of the room on the walls and stare at them when the sun comes up, when it goes down, on rainy days, and everything in between. […]
Kitchen Island Transformation: Adding Beadboard and Trim
July 3, 2018 by 4 Comments
Wow, I cannot thank you all enough for your kind words on my last post! I’m so happy you love my new peel and stick tile floor as much as I do! As promised, I wanted to fill you all in on the island update. Once we got the grey floors, I knew I needed […]
If You Give A Mouse A Cookie…A Budget Kitchen Makeover In The Works!
June 20, 2018 by 2 Comments
*This page contains affiliate links for your convenience. For more information, see the FTC guidelines here.* Oh you guys. You just never know when inspiration will strike, do you?! A couple weeks ago, I was at my sister’s for my niece’s birthday party. She had just done a lot of work in their basement, and […]
DIY Custom Desk for a Closet/Office
April 16, 2018 by 8 Comments
Hello! Thank you all for the prayers for my little girl – they’re working and she’s continuing to heal nicely! Praise the Lord indeed. I am feeling like life might be getting back to normal a bit now and wanted to share with you the details on the DIY desk we (and by we I […]
Using What You Have: Paint Those Pumpkins!
September 29, 2017 by 4 Comments
Before I begin, I have to give you all a HUGE cyber hug for your love on my last post. I loved reading every one of your comments! Thank you for your love, happiness and prayers. I feel all of it and it keeps me going! (In case you missed it – I flew across […]
June 2017 Roundup!
June 30, 2017 by 3 Comments
Wow, feels like it’s been FOREVER since I’ve done a round-up post…not sure why?! When I realized it’s the last day of June today, I thought maybe I should bring the round-up posts back. I mean, we’re all busy people living our busy lives and I’m sure you don’t check this page every day…or every week…or […]
Dresser Makeover For My Girl’s Room
March 21, 2017 by 10 Comments
The power of paint, people. It’s ASTOUNDING. Take a look at this dresser before: And after some paint and new hardware, take a look at it now: Did you ever think she had it in her to look that cute?! Let me backtrack for a sec. If you read my last post, you’re aware we’re […]
Stepping Outside My Box and Glammin’ It Up For My Sister: Her Bench Makeover
February 27, 2017 by 4 Comments
I was over my sister’s place a few months back, helping her with some decorating. She really wants to change things up and embrace a total 1940s glam look. Helping her has been a fun challenge, because we couldn’t be more different when it comes to our tastes in our home decor, so it’s like stepping […]
When A Lamp is *ALMOST* Perfect: The 3 Minute Fix
February 16, 2017 by 10 Comments
This goes under the category my husband likes to call “Things Only Liz Would Do” – Buying a Brand New Lamp With The Intention of Painting It Immediately. 😉 I do this stuff a lot. And my husband always laughs. “Who buys something just to go around and change it?” Ummm hellloooo? Have we just met?! […]
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! 
