Saturday Socks

Everything old is new again! (chalk paint is an easy & economical DIY solution in interior design)

I got a lot of great feedback from folks who liked my post on updating old furniture. It’s a great solution if you’ve inherited a piece of furniture, but it is just not in keeping with your modern style. I also find fabulous vintage furniture in local thrift shops and even on the side of the road! Most often … Continue reading →

Sinead O’Connor has been my DIY partner for years!

Oh I know you will think this has nothing to do with home decor, but I confess to blasting Ms. O’Connor loudly when I am doing any art or DIY project ’round here. Whenever the naysayers spout, “You can’t do THAT,” this Irish chick, rolls up her sleeves and turns up the volume. “Last Day of our … Continue reading →

Post “Nemo” snowball fight on the Common, Salem MA

On Sunday morning, February 10, 2013, after the Nor’Easter “Nemo,” passed through New England dumping 28″ of snow on the City of Salem, a call came out and mayhem ensued… After a solid hour of relentless bombardment, one participant cried in victory, “I LOVE the smell of snow-palm in the morning!”

Teo excounters snow for the 1st time! (rescued greyhound meets Nemo)

Teo experienced his very first New England blizzard as “Nemo” passed through on February 8-9, 2013 and dumped 28″ in Salem MA 2013. Here are the stages of his experience! http://youtu.be/J1aSXGyn9s8 It’s a brave new world! 24 hours later Teo channels his inner-rabbit as he searches for his favorite “privy” spot!

Don’t Judge a Book… (deconstructing old books in DIY design)

I’ve had a life-long love affair with books. Since childhood I loved losing myself between the pages and getting lost in the current of a great story. As an educator my favorite subject to teach was writing – helping children find their own voice on the page. Is it any surprise I married a writer? Yet I … Continue reading →

My Woman Cave (Stage 1 of home office/guest room makeover)

Welcome to my combination home office / guest room / meditation space. I found this little nook under in my walk-in closet and under the stairway! BEFORE (realtor’s pics) The previous owners used this room as a nursery. AFTER Green is my favorite color. It brings the outside in and is soothing and cooling. Yet this … Continue reading →

Pantry – Laundry – Utility Room (economical DIY, home improvement)

This pantry is a nod to my paternal grandparents. I adored my grandmother’s tiny pantry right off the kitchen where she often had brownies cooling for us. I always wanted one of my own. BEFORE AFTER CLEARING THE SLATE I first saw jars hanging from shelves like this over my grandfather’s workbench. These hold a … Continue reading →

Saturday Socks

DIY Closet Makeover (with reading nook)

Envelop Yourself in the Pages of Well-loved Books ~ Quite literally! (deconstructing books in DIY interior design)

A Day in the LIFEbridge (antique, vintage & retro treasures in Salem MAThrift Store)

DIY – Brown Paper Bag Floor (economical floor alternative in home improvement)

Everything old is new again! (chalk paint is an easy & economical DIY solution in interior design)

Don’t Judge a Book… (deconstructing old books in DIY design)

My Woman Cave (Stage 1 of home office/guest room makeover)

Pantry – Laundry – Utility Room (economical DIY, home improvement)