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- Dirt Road Adventures: Pre-4th of July Beach Trip, Patriotic Decor, Cancer Journal Update
Hey 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 Vignettes
Hey 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 Settings
Hey 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 Ideas
Hey 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 Makeovers
Hey 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… - Dirt Road Adventures: Happy June, Summer Decorating, & Chemo Treatment Two!
Hey Friends, Wow, what a week! It’s June, but Mother Nature obviously didn’t get the message, as we’ve had cool and rainy days most of the week here in North Carolina. I don’t think it will ever get warm enough to go in the pool. However, my lace cap hydrangeas are thriving and blooming better than ever. But… - Patriotic Pinecone Stars: Budget 4th of July Craft Idea
Y’all, I love using free-foraged materials to create stunning seasonal decor. If you are looking for a pinecone craft for patriotic holidays, look no further than this adorable 4th of July craft idea made with pinecone stars. With just some paint and glue, plus free pinecones and recycled cardboard, you can create simple pinecone stars to decorate your… - Dirt Road Adventures: Beach Trip, Thrift Store Deals, Week Two After Chemo & The Power of Prayer
Hey friends, Last week began with Brad and me staying isolated from everyone due to my immune system being compromised due to the chemo treatments. But once we had passed the critical period, we packed up and went to our beach cottage, where we got to spend some time with our beach friends. Although I was still weak… - Budget Screen Porch Furniture Ideas: Thrifted Antique China Cabinet
Y’all, I’ve always wanted one of those 1920s Antique China Cabinets. However, since we downsized, we don’t have room for more furniture. But guess what, I found one at a thrift store for only $45.00, and I couldn’t pass it by. To my husband’s dismay, I brought it home and said, “I’ll find a place for it”. You’re… - Repurposed Garden Decor: 20+ Unique Ideas For Your Outdoor Spaces
Y’all know I love unique decor ideas, and the garden is no exception. Repurposing and upcycling vintage and thrift store finds is my favorite way to decorate indoors and out. Today, I’m sharing some of my favorite trash-to-treasure repurposed garden ideas to make your outdoor spaces really stand out. So if you want to create stunning garden spaces,… - How To Style A Rustic Coffee Table With Thrifted and Budget Decor
Y’all know that I love using thrifted decor to style our farmhouse. Today, I’m excited to share some tips on styling a rustic coffee table using thrift store finds and other budget-friendly decor options. Our repurposed coffee table is the focal point of our living room, and I frequently change the decor there, so staying within budget is important. As… - Dirt Road Adventures – Happy Memorial Day Weekend and First Week of Chemo
Hello Friends, Well, I survived my first week after chemo and even managed to work a little toward the end of the week. Many of the posts from last week were completed before my treatments, but I hope you found them helpful and informative. I hope you are having a blast if you are celebrating Memorial Day Weekend….
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