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- Dirt Road Adventures: Summer Blooms, Change of Surgery Plans, and MoreHey Friends, we’re in the midst of summer, with hot days, afternoon thunderstorms, and a summer flower explosion. The crypt myrtles are almost in full bloom, and the black eyed Susans are stunning as usual. I’ve been using the pool as often as possible to stay cool and enjoy the view of all the flowers as I float…
- Dirt Road Adventures: A Beautiful 4th Of July Weekend, Summer Decor, & Overcoming FearHey Friends, I hope your 4th of July weekend has been a blast. This past week has been somewhat challenging, but I still managed to share a few new ideas with you. I’ve survived another first week after chemotherapy, and I must say it doesn’t get easier. However, I’ve been blessed with some family time, and I know…
- How To Decoupage Clay Pots With Napkins: The Ponds Farmhouse StyleHey friends, I’m back with another way to decoupage with napkins for a unique Ponds Farmhouse Style. I’ve shared several napkin decoupage ideas with you, but today we’re going to apply two napkins to simple, inexpensive clay pots to create stunning flower planter decor. So grab your favorite napkins, terra-cotta clay pots, and a few more craft supplies,…
- Dirt Road Adventures: Preparing For July, Patriotic Ideas, and Chemo Treatment #3Hi Friends, I hope you have had a good week. I hope you are preparing for the upcoming 4th of July holiday. If you missed any of my patriotic ideas, you can see them all at Patriotic Decorating Ideas. I find that my life is revolving around doctor appointments and preparation for chemo treatments and the aftereffects. So…
- 22 Summer Color Pops: Easy DIY & Design Ideas for Your Neutral RoomsHey friends, y’all know that I love decorating my farmhouse with neutrals. However, once summer arrives, I’m ready to add some pops of color, but I don’t want to spend a fortune in the process. So I’ve gathered 22 of my favorite ideas to add summer color pops to my home. These budget-friendly design and DIY ideas are…
- How to Create a Vintage Americana 4th of July Decor BasketHey friends, are you ready to add some charming vintage flair to your 4th of July decor? I’m so excited to share how I styled a vintage Americana 4th of July decor basket, overflowing with thrifted treasures in classic red, white, and blue. Get ready to discover budget-friendly tips for creating your own patriotic vignette, complete with unique…
- Summer Decor Ideas for Outdoor Kitchen & Alfresco Dining SpaceHey friends! If you’ve been around for a hot minute, you know our outdoor kitchen and living space get tons of use in the warmer months. I absolutely love decorating and entertaining out here! Since it’s a covered area, we can enjoy alfresco dining no matter the weather. Today, I’m excited to share how I’ve spruced up this…
- Dirt Road Adventures: Pre-4th of July Beach Trip, Patriotic Decor, Cancer Journal UpdateHey Friends, I hope you’ve had a great week and stayed cool. We have been at the beach since Tuesday, and it’s been hot, hot, hot. However, we have had a great time. The week was filled with a few days on the beach, soaking up the sun and relaxing to the rhythm of the waves. Other days…
- How To Use Thrift Store Decor To Create Charming Vintage VignettesHey friends, I’m back with fresh and new thrift store decorating ideas. Y’all know that I love to create charming vignettes using inexpensive, thrifted finds. Today, I’m going to teach you how to gather vignette decor to create stunning table, mantel, and even garden vignettes. Discover the key to crafting focal points that evoke a personal mood or…
- How To Mix & Match Vintage Dishes For Patriotic Table SettingsHey friends, y’all know how much I love collecting vintage dishes and dreaming up mix-and-match table settings. Well, with the 4th of July just around the corner, I’ve been inspired to pull out all my red, white, and blue dishes and tableware! I can’t wait for you to see the unique combinations I’ve created – they’re sure to…
- Dirt Road Adventures: Happy Father’s Day, Surviving Chemo Treatment # 2 and Fun Vintage & Patriotic IdeasHey Friends, How is your weekend? I hope you are celebrating Father’s Day with your loved ones. Brad and I are in isolation this weekend, so it’s just the two of us. However, he’s enjoying his giant bucket of fireballs Jennifer and Jason gave him for Father’s Day! If the weather cooperates, we hope to spend more time…
- Vintage Brooch Pillow Wraps: No-Sew Unique Pillow MakeoversHey friends, I’m excited to share a unique way for you to add a little sparkle to your existing plain pillows. I was inspired to pull out all my vintage brooch pins after finding a red, white, and blue scarf at the thrift store. I thought it would be an easy, no-sew way to add a patriotic touch…
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