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DIY Pleated Lamp Shade: How-To
I love rooms that have long been associated with the nostalgic romanticism of Victorian England. I have never met a chintz or a Laura...
Julie S. Olmstead
Sep 6, 20212 min read
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Antique Secretary Refresh
Back in the December, as an early Christmas present for myself, I bought an antique secretary. If you are interested in reading that...
Julie S. Olmstead
Apr 24, 20212 min read
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How to Whitewash a Brick Wall with Latex Paint and Glaze
Happy February and Makeover Monday! Back in the fall I participated in the Better Homes and Gardens One Room Challenge. It was my first...
Julie S. Olmstead
Feb 1, 20213 min read
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Christmas Home Tour 2020: Breezeway, Entry Hall, Powder Room, and Outdoors
Hello and almost Merry Christmas. I'm not sure about you, but if I had to pick a song that described my life right now, I think it would...
Julie S. Olmstead
Dec 23, 20202 min read
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Five Fall Favorites
Affordable Five Fall Favorites
Julie S. Olmstead
Oct 2, 20202 min read
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Pretty Plate Walls
Wonderful and inspirational walls of plates.
Julie S. Olmstead
Aug 31, 20202 min read
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Footstool Makeover With a Slipcover and Paint
Footstool makeover with a simple slipcover and chalk paint.
Julie S. Olmstead
Aug 24, 20204 min read
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Plate Edging Patio Project
Create a decorative edging for your landscape with old plates and dishes.
Julie S. Olmstead
Jun 1, 20202 min read
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Patriotic Tablescape
How to build a patriotic tablescape.
Julie S. Olmstead
May 19, 20203 min read
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Rush Seat Slipcover With Knife Pleated Skirt Tutorial Part 2
How to make a seat slipcover with a knife pleated skirt.
Julie S. Olmstead
May 18, 20203 min read
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Choosing the Right Table Lamp
How to choose the right table lamp
Julie S. Olmstead
May 12, 20203 min read
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A Few of My Favorite Things: The Cleaning Addition
Favorite cleaning products.
Julie S. Olmstead
Apr 17, 20203 min read
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Simple Pillow Tutorial with Clothesline Piping
Simple Pillow Tutorial with Clothesline Piping
Julie S. Olmstead
Apr 14, 20203 min read
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Table Makeover with MMS Milk Paint in Boxwood
Table makeover using MMS Milk Paint in Boxwood with a natural wood top.
Julie S. Olmstead
Mar 30, 20202 min read
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Fashion Finds That Won't Break The Bank
$16 or less Fashion Finds that won't break the bank for Spring 2020.
Julie S. Olmstead
Mar 13, 20202 min read
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Cheap and Cheerful Spring Party Favor
I'm in charge of a birthday luncheon tomorrow, and I find that this time of year can be tricky when it comes to decorations, themes, etc....
Julie S. Olmstead
Feb 18, 20202 min read
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Reupholstering an Arm Chair Tutorial Part 1: How to Remove Old Upholstery
It's Monday and you know what that means.....another makeover to share. I will be sharing this chair transformation in 4 parts, simply...
Julie S. Olmstead
Feb 17, 20202 min read
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Ottoman Slipcover Tutorial
It's makeover Monday and as promised, I have a different (something other than paint) makeover to share with you. I bought this...
Julie S. Olmstead
Feb 10, 20203 min read
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Four Reasons Why I Shop Facebook Marketplace
Yesterday I had what I would refer to as a "major marketplace score". Actually, I feel like I have had several recently. Because I have...
Julie S. Olmstead
Feb 5, 20204 min read
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Lampshade Makeover with Wallpaper
Easy lamp shade makeover using wallpaper.
Julie S. Olmstead
Feb 3, 20202 min read
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