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  ...and put it on an upcycled cutting board.  That's right, this post is a 2 for 1!  Fall is here and our thoughts turn to the pumpkin patch, the apple orchard, and Halloween.   W elcome to the 'Do It Over' Designers blog hop.  We are a group of bloggers who love to recycle/upcycle/DIY.  I'm happy to host this hop and I hope you'll visit everyone to see what they have to share with you.  The links will be listed at the end of this post. This post may contain affiliate links. Let me share how to upcycle a vintage doily into cute decor for Halloween.   This is the doily I chose: Since I wanted a little of the bottom edge to 'drape', I grabbed a votive holder and a golf ball that were the right height.  Since the golf ball fell right in the votive holder, I crumpled up some paper and rested the golf ball on that.  Covered with plastic wrap to prevent sticking, we were all set. I made a 50/50 mixture of Mod Podge and water. It wa...

As promised in the first CNC post  it's time to talk about the bathroom.  We knew it needed work and we also knew that once you open a wall there's usually even MORE work to be done.    This post may contain affiliate links. We weren't wrong!  Here's the story: At first glance, it didn't look too bad. Except for that ancient window in the middle of the shower that didn't open anymore.  Please keep in mind this photo was taken after we had a plumber come in to tighten up the shower pipe that was loose in the wall.  Did you notice the square hole around the shower head?  Yes, there was a reason for that hole. Now take a closer look at that shower surround: In addition to the fabulous paint job, do you see where the shower surround ended?  Who does that?!?  As stated in my previous post...another 'Landlord Special'. And then there's the 'ick factor' near the tub. The original tile extended on the wall all the way across the vanity. We deci...

In July, I shared that we bought a house and would be moving.  Well, we did it and I can't wait to tell you all about this new adventure!   Unlike the last house, this one is a single floor.  So much better for a gal with vertigo and bad knees.   But, before going any further, let me clarify a few things: There will be LOTS of posts about making this little house our new home.  Please keep in mind, the updates will not be fast and furious since we're retired aaaaaand....I believe bad knees were already mentioned.  Wink-wink! It was a rental property.  In other words, we are (and will be) dealing with lots of 'landlord specials'...affectionately nick-named by our daughter. We have down-sized and   I don't mean it's a 3 bed, 2 bath, 1800 square foot house.  No, this is just a little over 900 sq. ft.....Did I mention 'dowwwwn-sizing'? I want to create a home that is cozy, relaxed, and welcoming while incorporating practical elements. ...

Welcome back! Today I have 2 fun ways to create unique upcycled lighting and I want to share them with you.     It's the 'Do It Over' Designers Blog Hop and t his time, the theme is 'Lighting'. I've asked the team to create something using lighting-related objects including everything from lightbulbs and lampshades, to chandeliers and things you'd never expect to be a light.   But there's a twist.   The projects created do  not  have to be a light!  Join me in seeing what everyone created, won't you?  The links will be listed at the end of this post. Project  Number 1:   It all began when I found this sweet vintage glass globe at my local antique/vintage/salvage store. As you can see, it's not even 5" tall but I had big plans for it!  This post may contain affiliate links. Three more items were needed to complete this little project: Copper tape Copper wire Solar light The first step was to remove the stake from...