July 2015 *

Garage Sales- How I like to have them

Jackie Hill July 10, 2015 0 Comments

Hi There!I have said it before, many times, I love Garage Sales. I even like to have them. In the last few years I have had 9 or so. Why so many? Too many reasons to get into. Let's just say, moving. To par down the stuff. I love stuff, but sometimes you are ready to let go of it. I have used it, and I am done, time to move on.Disclaimer: all of these photos are from my last sale. I sold...

Succulents in Glass Jars- Year Two

Jackie Hill July 8, 2015 0 Comments

Hi There! I love plants. I love flowers. I love putting plants and flowers in my outdoor spaces. So, here are way too many photos of my succulents in glass containers. I love them all, they are all too pretty. I gathered all the plants together on the back patio, for a little photo shoot. They are not here all the time. I am in the middle of repainting this table. It is not done, or at least...

A Thrifted Makeover- A cork board? Yep!

Jackie Hill July 5, 2015 0 Comments

Hi There! I have a little makeover for you. I found this cork board by the side of the road. It is pretty big 36 x 24 inches. It was wet and a bit smelly. I sprayed it down with a vinegar and water solution I made, and let it dry out for months. This baby sat in the garage for the winter, waiting for me to get around to it. When I got around to it, I first painted it with Zinsser primer, it took...

4th of July Front Porch

Jackie Hill July 4, 2015 0 Comments

Hi There! It has been awhile, I know. But that doesn't mean I haven't been doing projects or decorating. So, lets jump right in! Here are way too many photos of my 4th of July front porch decor. This was all put together in about an hour. Everything was already on hand in the garage or basement. Sometimes decorating is about finding the right mix if items. Using things you love- in new...