a home decor blog, making it pretty one space at a time
I was vintage shopping when I found a big neon sign- a W! Which is perfect since my last name is Wilson. We bought it for $35 and it came home with us. Now my goal is to get the neon to light up so it can be cute decor for my backyard. Here’s how to wire a vintage neon… Read More
I have drop cloths that I use as shades for my pergola. Previously I used fabric dye to change the color, but after a year or two, the sun bleaches them. So I wanted to try a new method this year and I discovered that chalk paint can be used to color fabric and it’ll last in the sun! So… Read More
When I traveled to Morocco in the spring, I bought a few gorgeous brass spigots. One looked like a deer and was perfect for this project. Now that summer is here, it’s time to build a DIY wall fountain in my backyard! A fountain instantly feels high-end, brings soothing water sounds, and adds amazing ambiance.
I am very obsessed with mosaics right now! I now have three mosaic floors (one in my bathroom, one in my laundry room, and one in my entry). Those all came pre-made, so I thought I’d try my hand at making a mosaic side table from scratch. This is a fun and affordable IKEA hack — I used the IKEA… Read More
I have an outdoor dining table that had some cracking paint. I repaired the top and painted it with white latex outdoor paint. But it doesn’t clean well and always looks dirty. So I thought, might as well make a mosaic on the top! This would work great for an end table, coffee table, or a dining table like I’m… Read More
I have an awkward spot in my backyard. It’s shady so things won’t grow well, there’s a lot of random concrete, and I haven’t known what to do with it. Since renovating my bathroom, we took out the old clawfoot tub. So I figured it could stay outside! And I could decorate it to make it cute. Here’s some outdoor… Read More
