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I really pushed the envelope in 2014.  I did more renovations, spent more than I intended to and actually hired a contractor to do one of the major projects because I was so swamped with everything I had taken on! 2014 was an excellent year for me. I found some great deals, actually found some time for myself to do absolutely nothing, got a lot done on the house and yard and began a yoga practice (something I've been planning to do for years...) I made over so much furniture this year that I'm calling this post the Furniture Files! The year began with a bang when I found a hutch for $100.  My makeover made me so happy, I made over the entire dining room!   Read more »

Welcome to Open House Sundays where we get a personal invitation to tour through a different blogger's house every week! Oh boy do I have a gorgeous before & after tour for you this week!!  This tour is courtesy of  Jamie from So Much Better With Age .  Jamie is a Canadian blogger who loves anything French and/or vintage.  She has made over her plain jane home into a thing of beauty.  I can't wait for you to see this stunning home!   Enjoy! *********************** Read more »

Welcome to Open House Sundays where we get a personal invitation to tour through a different blogger's house every week! This week's tour is courtesy of  Anne from White Lace Cottage .  Anne has a beautiful home that she has decorated in Shabby Chic style.   Her Christmas decor is very simple, feminine and beautiful.  I really like this light touch approach to Christmas decor.  I hope you like it, too! Enjoy the tour! *********************** Read more »

Welcome to Open House Sundays where we get a personal invitation to tour through a different blogger's house every week! This week's tour is courtesy of Cindy from Cloches and Lavender .  Cindy is one of the first bloggers I met when I began blogging, her home is brand new (she just moved in earlier this year) and it is GORGEOUS.  Cindy has the best faux painting skills in blogland.  Her pieces are beautifully done using appliqués in a lot of cases - they truly look antique!   Enjoy this Christmas tour of her new home! ***************** Read more »

Welcome to Open House Sundays where we get a personal invitation to tour through a different blogger's house every week! This week's tour is courtesy of Christine from Little Brags blog.  She has touches of rustic charm throughout her beautiful home.  I really think rustic decor helps to give a newer built home that old world feeling that you get in vintage homes.  You're going to love this tour!  (and the bunny is so freaking cute...)   Enjoy! Read more »