How to Make a “Metallic” Orb for $3

DIY Orb out of Embriodery Hoops

  You know you’re a DIY blogger when your dog drags a giant stick into your house at 6am and your first coherent thought is, “Can I spray paint that?” I have full-on spray paint adoration, as you well know if you follow this blog. But, it has served me well on several occasions and […]

Give your dated TV Stand a Modern Makeover

How to Redo an old Entertainment Center

Guys, I did something crazy. Something out of character for me. It was against my better judgment and needed some serious persuasion from my Mr…are you ready for it? I DIDN’T use spray paint on something. WHAT. Is your mind blown? You all know I’m the self-proclaimed queen of spray paint.   (PS lately I’ve […]

Christmas Home Tour 2015

Modern Cozy Christmas Decor Ideas

  Everyone! It’s December! That’s right, now all of you who have been closet listening to Christmas music since Labor Day can come out free of shame. And here, let me add a song to your playlist..Pentatonix “Hark the Harold Angels Sing” because… SO good. Literally, clear the floor because you’re about to dance.   […]

Eclectic Home Office Reveal

Home Office on a Budget

When we moved into our home built in 1989…it was guilty as charged. The previous owners took great pride and care of their home. They even did a few upgrades that we would’ve never have been able to afford. HOWEVER, their “style” was well, let’s just say, the former “lady of the house” was pretty […]

6 Painted Pumpkins SO Good, You May Never Carve Again

NEW No Carve Pumpkin Ideas-NoSmallLife

Fall! I know it’s been a main topic around here between Fall Fashion Posts, How to Wear Plaid this fall, Tailgate Recipes and the list goes on. But seriously?! This time of year is easy to love, so colorful. There’s a tree in my front yard and for about the next 2 weeks, it’s a […]

10 DIY Projects Under $10

Transform your Home with these 10 DIY's Under $10

I don’t know about you, but Fall brings out my inner Nester. There’s something about cooler weather that makes me want to use phrases like “hunker down” and “cozy up.”   So apparently, Fall also makes me think I’m from the South.     Don’t you find it true though that there’s just a certain […]

The World’s Fastest & Easiest No-Sew $5 Curtains!

Easy No-Sew Window Treatments

I once heard it said that:   “Hope is a match that ignites your life.”   Well friends, if you think yourself “hopeless” when it comes to DIY, consider yourself about to be ignited. 😀   I literally have a DIY so simple, I almost didn’t share it!  HOWEVER, I’m convinced that if you can […]

Why you should paint your Door Teal: A Breezeway Reveal

Transform your interior's with painted doors

  Sometimes, you have to do something a little unexpected like go skydiving or order Ahi Tuna at Outback Steakhouse. (I’m looking at you Chris Rea-who totally did this last week!) OR I don’t know, paint one of your interior doors Teal.   I love a home that doesn’t take itself too seriously. A little […]

How to Redo your Entry Way for $6.00

If you follow me on Pinterest you know that I have a slight obsession with Horizon Stripes….not wearing them so much, BUT rather horizon stripes in home design.  There’s just something about them that looks so current and yet classic at the same time.  They can inject a little personality into your space and make…

How to DIY a Side Table for FREE

It’s Spring! Is anyone else itching for a DIY project? Me too. Time and Money aren’t always your friend when such an itch arises.  However, THIS little project can accommodate any budget in any time frame. Scouts Honor. Once upon a time, my Hubby and I threw out our dated entertainment center, remember that? Here’s…