a home decor blog, making it pretty one space at a time
Have you heard of the decorator Dorothy Draper? She’s known as one of America’s first interior designers. Starting in the 1920s, she became famous for her bold use of color and whimsical touches. When I saw photos of her work at the Greenbrier Resort featuring DIY Bow Cornice, I knew I had to try my own version! Nothing elevates a… Read More
If you’ve ever wondered how to start oil painting, here’s everything I wish I knew when I began. When I was in high school, I took an art class and tried oil painting—and I really fell in love with the process. Now, over 20 years later, I’ve had the itch to try it again. But honestly, I was intimidated. What… Read More
Our house is strange in that it has two front doors, so after I put a lock with charms on one door, my husband suggested we do a lock on the second. That got me thinking—what would I put on them? Naturally, I thought of the Lenox Spice Village and decided to do DIY Lenox Spice Village Charms! The little… 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.
The Lenox Spice Village is one of my favorite vintage collections. I love its charm and whimsy—and I want to display it in a way that feels just as special. Since my kitchen only has a narrow shelf area, I decided to make a custom Scalloped Lenox Spice Village Rack that perfectly fits my space and my 24 little spice… Read More
I LOVE the look of ceramic bows—they’re the perfect touch of charm and whimsy. But have you seen the price tags? Some go for $100–$200 for just one! It’s wildly expensive, so I thought… why not try to make my own? And I did—using two different methods! In this post, I’ll show you how to make a DIY clay bow… Read More
