Monday, August 9, 2021

Spicin' Things Up in the Bedroom




😉
Now THAT got your attention!!


I decided I needed a change in my bedroom.
(In more ways  - but I digress!)
It was boring!
Since I'm a renter, I can't paint the walls 
or put in new flooring,
so I just replaced the Cottage White bedding 
with something more colorful  -
 floral/navy bed cover, solid navy skirt, and coordinating pillows.


***

I did some decor purging while I was at it. I got rid of some items
that were taking up too much space - I mean, how 
often did I sit on that wicker chair or the matching ottoman!


I've had this wicker set for several years, 
it's moved with me across the country many times!
Since moving here, I had it in my bedroom, mostly 
to hold pillows! The room is large, but
this took up a big corner of it!

So I replaced it with a recent project I completed.


This is how that project item looked BEFORE
(it was a project Vicky had re-done decades ago
and was recently going to throw it out! )😲

BEFORE

AFTER

I removed the woven fabric strapping on the bottom
and replaced it with wood slats. I ordered some
navy/cream striped fabric baskets with lids for storage.



A quick redo for the small price of paint and storage baskets!
It'll be good for another couple of decades!



Little changes can make a BIG difference.



XOXO

Sunday, August 8, 2021

Fixer-Upper Obsession!



I'm an avid fan of HGTV 'fixer upper', DIY, shows!
You know, the ones that renovate, remodel, or
completely re-build derelict, un-inhabitable, 
rundown houses - and turn them into
totally new, upgraded, 
unbelievably gorgeous homes!
My mind is filled with house plans 
and decor designs!
 I'm obsessed! 

***
I've been a homeowner over the years. 
I loved the idea of turning it into a place 
that reflects me and my lifestyle!
Adding my personal items, changing colors,
  existing interiors, and my favorite thing, 
revamping and expanding the landscaping!
 
***
 After moving back to this area 5 years ago,
 I began looking at possible properties, but nothing 
really enticed me to commit to a purchase.
Then, COVID hit!! 
Everything has changed dramatically.
The housing market is beyond my price range
even if there was anything available!!
I still continue to look, though!

If I were so inclined to move to a different area,
there are 'dreamy' fixer-uppers out there -
Like this one! 

  • $69,000  
  • 4 Bed  
  • 1 Bath  
  • 3700 Sq Ft  
  • 1.3 Ac.

    Never judge a house by the exterior.
 
Heart pine floors, walls, ceilings, ornate trim,
 and exterior siding.  
This sturdy home has been partially renovated 
on the inside. All new electrical and plumbing 
has been completed within the past 2 years. 
This house has good bones! 

This house is located in Prosperity,
 a charming small town located 
halfway between 
Charlotte, NC and Charleston, SC.
 



ARE YOU A 'FIXER-UPPER'?


XOXO