Charcuterie boards are the latest entertaining trend for displaying food-from large parties to intimate gatherings. While technically charcuterie boards are a selection of meats surrounded by foods that complement those meats, including fruits, nuts, crackers, and dips (as opposed to cheese boards, which are an assortment of cheeses surrounded by complimentary foods), the term is now… Continue reading Live Edge Charcuterie Boards Elevate Your Food Presentation
The petite stature of this dresser is what drew me in immediately. At 28.5 x 25.5 x 16, my first thought was how perfect it would be for an entryway! Plenty of storage for mail, leashes, bags, and keys. The problem was in the aesthetics. It was drab, damaged, and dated. I decided that coastal-inspired… Continue reading Drab Dresser turns Coastal Cool
Given my profession, I realize I may be biased, but I think wooden decor and accessories really elevate a space. They add warmth and texture and are somehow grounding. With the rising popularity of live-edge wood being used in furniture, accessories are now becoming more and more in demand. (Live-edge refers to lumber that has… Continue reading Live-Edge Business Card Holder
Who doesn’t love a beautiful wooden cutting board? There are so many different kinds… butcher block, end grain, bamboo, walnut, olive wood… I could go on and on. They obviously have their utilitarian purposes, but they also display beautifully. They can be hung on walls, showcased in cabinets, or my favorite—layered against a backsplash in… Continue reading Cutting Board Stand
I bought this little table at a thrift store a few years ago. It is in great condition, it just didn’t have a lot going for it aesthetically. It had this great inset area on the top that was just begging for something interesting. I decided on penny tile for the top, so that I… Continue reading Eye Catching Little Table Makeover
I have a thing for old dressers. I love their lines, curves, and style. I love their quality–even if they are in need of repair. I simply could not pass on this dresser. The curved top drawer, the detail in the shape and that cool (and somewhat odd) vacuum cleaner stamp on the back of… Continue reading Dresser Makeover
I was offered this cabinet by a friend of a friend, and for some reason, I was just drawn to it. Upon closer inspection, the entire cabinet is handmade! Even the decorative carvings around the glass in the doors are done by hand. I guess that explains my interest in it. But let’s be honest…this… Continue reading Handmade Cabinet—Before and …During
This trestle desk has a fabulous design, plenty of workspace, and tons of storage. The finish and hardware, however, were making it look dated. But when the bones are this great, you know it can be something really special. I had visions of this desk sitting by an open window with a soft breeze… Continue reading Trestle Desk Makeover
Live edge wood is wood that maintains its organic, original shape and texture and its edge has not been altered by tools. It may or may not still have the bark attached. I have used it throughout my house for a mantle, shelves, and even a charcuterie board. I love live edge because it is… Continue reading Live Edge Coffee Table
Yes, I crack myself up with the puns! Freewheeling…bicycle…get it??!! Anyway, I had this end table that I received in trade. It had some cosmetic damage to the top in the way of scratches, and parts of the decorative legs were missing on 3 sides. Luckily, the missing parts were saved inside one of the… Continue reading End Table Transforms from Formal to Freewheeling
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