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- Dirt Road Adventures: Memorial Day Weekend Adventures & Sales
Hey Friends, I hope you are having a wonderful weekend. We’ve been at the beach most of the week, and the weather has been perfect. I brought all my DIY Serena & Lily Dupes with me and love how they are looking in the beach cottage. In addition, I took some time to curate some of my favorite… - Create Serena & Lily Inspired Rattan Candlestick Holders in Minutes
Hey friends, remember those Serena & Lily-inspired vases that I recently made? Well, I’m back with an even easier high-end dupe! Today, I’ll show you how to create your own rattan-and-brass look-alike candlestick holders in just a few minutes. This project requires only a couple of simple supplies, and the results are stunning. If you want that designer… - Antique Festival Shopping Guide: Thrifting with the Gals Tips for Success
‘Tis the season for antique festivals and pop-up vintage shows! There is truly nothing more fun than spending a Saturday browsing booth after booth of curiosities and one-of-a-kind finds. However, these large events can feel a bit overwhelming. After visiting two very different shows in recent weeks, I wanted to share some pro tips and lessons I learned… - Dirt Road Adventures: Spring Cleaning & Getting Ready For Summer
Hey Friends, I hope you had a great week. As we are approaching mid-May and Memorial Day weekend, we spent most of the week in cleaning mode. We removed our vinyl curtains from our screened porch and cleaned every inch of the house inside and out. Brad cleaned the outdoor kitchen and other outdoor clean-up tasks, so everything… - Using Architectural Salvage for Curated Art: The Secret to a Character-Filled Home
Hey friends, you know that I love collecting architectural salvage and have several pieces displayed in my home. While I’ve shared 25 creative ways to repurpose salvage in the past, today we are looking at these finds through a different lens: treating architectural fragments as fine art to add soul and history to your home. I’m sharing exactly… - 15 + Primitive & Vintage-Inspired Patriotic DIYs For Your Summer Decor
Hey friends! Since I’m always looking for ways to save money when adding seasonal decor, I’ve created several patriotic crafts over the years. Today, I’m sharing a roundup of my favorite primitive and vintage-inspired patriotic DIYs to help you decorate for summer. Whether you love a modern farmhouse look or classic Americana, these easy, budget-friendly projects will help… - Dirt Road Adventures: Happy Mother’s Day! Weekend In Charleston Recap, and Journal Update
Hey Friends, As promised, I’m sharing some details from our wedding weekend in Charleston, SC, last week. We had such a good time. The rain and cool weather didn’t stop us from enjoying the food and wedding festivities. By the wedding day, the sun was shining the temperatures were warmer. It was a perfect evening. We were not… - How To Make Serena & Lily Inspired Vases: High End Look On Dollar Tree Budget
I just returned from a weekend in Charleston, SC, where I visited the gorgeous new Serena & Lily Showroom. It was filled with so much high-end inspiration, but I was immediately drawn to their coastal seagrass vases. They had a variety of sizes ranging from $78.00 to $148.00 each! I snapped a few photos for inspiration, then came… - Dirt Road Adventures: A Charleston Wedding & Weekly Recap
We are currently enjoying Charleston, SC, as we are here to attend a wedding later today. However, I didn’t want you to miss anything from last week, so here is the recap. I’ll fill you in on all the fun things we did and the wedding highlights next week. Have a blessed week! In Case You Missed It… - How To Crochet A Purse: Easy Vintage-Inspired Free Pattern
Hey friends! I’m back with another project for my ‘Old School’ Nostalgic Crafts Series. I’ve been experimenting with vintage-inspired crochet purses, and I’m so excited to share this week’s design with you. This project is beginner-friendly, using simple stitches to create a unique handbag in just a few hours. I’ve included everything you need to know, from a… - How To Style Your Kitchen Windowsill: Cozy Decorating with Plants & Herbs
Hey friends! As I’ve been updating my kitchen for spring and summer, I’ve found myself drawn to adding more greenery. Bringing the garden indoors makes the kitchen feel fresh, warm, and cozy—the perfect way to embrace the season. If you have a sunny window that feels a little bare, you’re sitting on the perfect opportunity to decorate with… - Dirt Road Adventures: One Year Journal Update, A Therapeutic Craft, and more
Hey Friends, can you believe it’s been exactly one year since I was diagnosed with ovarian cancer? What a year it has been!! Lots of tears, prayers, and blessings. I updated my journal by reviewing the year and counting my many blessings. I had my first hair appointment this past week, and although it’s still very short, it’s…
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