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A Very Bunny Halloween & #SpreadTheKindness Link Up On the Edge #729
We had the best Halloween ever! As we were assembling our Christmas tree ghost at the last minute, my sister called to chat. She lives in Pennsylvania (nearly 300 miles from me) and her town had their trick-or-treat night last Friday, which really disappointed her. But she knows how much fun we always have here on Halloween so she calls in to join the festivities. When she called this time, I put the phone on speaker because I needed my hands free to attach the ghost’s eyes and mouth. My sis asked what I was doing, I told her I was putting up my ghost tree, and she asked if…
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Why Motion Sensor Lighting is a Must-Have for Garage Security
I know this is not a typical topic covered on my blog, but I think it is an important one considering the recent increase in home and garage trespassing in my town. A little extra security certainly helps with one’s peace of mind. When it comes to securing your home, it’s easy to overlook the garage. But think about it, garages often store valuable items from vehicles to expensive tools, making them a target for potential thieves. So, how can you improve your garage security without overcomplicating your life or spending a fortune? The answer is simple: motion sensor lighting. If you haven’t considered it before, today’s climate on petty…
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My Magical Mudroom Makeover & #SpreadTheKindness Link Up On the Edge #717
Be forewarned…this is a very long post because this was a very long project. My magical mudroom makeover is nearly complete. I said I wasn’t going to share the transformation until it was totally finished, but the last few little details that I want to add may take some time. I will share my ideas about those final details after I share all the work that I have already done. Project Pantry was definitely a labor of love and a learning experience. Of all the room makeovers that I have completed over the last few years, this one was by far the biggest job and took the most time, about…
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Maximizing Efficiency: How a Frigidaire Microwave Can Save You Time and Money
In today’s fast-paced world, efficiency in the kitchen is more important than ever. Home chefs, busy parents, and working professionals alike need appliances that can keep up with their demanding schedules, making tasks easier and quicker. Enter the Frigidaire microwave, a versatile kitchen tool designed to save both time and money. By understanding how this kitchen staple can revolutionize your cooking routine, you can take steps to enhance your kitchen’s productivity while enjoying delicious homemade meals. Top-of-the-Line Technology Frigidaire microwaves are embedded with top-of-the-line technology that makes cooking quicker and more efficient. Whether you are defrosting meat, reheating leftovers, or preparing a full meal, the versatile features of Frigidaire microwaves…
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Shelbee on the Rags: “Seaglass” Shaggy Raggy Valance & #SpreadTheKindness Link Up On the Edge #702
My mother-in-law came to visit a few weeks ago and when I showed her my new living room raggy window valance, she expressed an interest in something similar for her living room window, which I was, of course, happy to oblige. Since she was coming to visit us again this week for spring break, I wanted to get straight to work so it would be ready for her to take home. She requested a color palette of pale greens, light tans, white, and ivory with lace and other lightweight fabrics. Specifically, she asked for “something summery.” So I headed out to the thrift shop and found some wonderful unwanted textiles…
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Shelbee on the Rags: My Living Room Window Treatments & #SpreadTheKindness Link Up On the Edge #699
Since sharing my living room makeover last April, I have added lots of little details to my decor including the completion of my window treatments. If you recall, I used scarves for the two small windows framing the fireplace and the single window that overlooks my front porch. For the side triple window, my mother-in-law gave me some old lace curtains that I dyed teal which really brightened up the dark wood blinds. I liked it all well enough but the bigger windows felt incomplete. Then my mother-in-law gave me two more lace panels so I dyed those and added them to the single window using the scarf as a…
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Shelbee on the Rags: “Raggedy Annie” Shaggy Raggy Garland
I have another shaggy raggy garland to share with y’all! This one was made from the same collection of fabric scraps that I used to make the shaggy raggy skirts for Découpage Denise and Patchwork Shelbee. I wanted this garland to have a mismatched color palette and pattern scheme for a true bohemian raggery vibe. It’s got a little bit of everything and it really makes me smile. If you are interested in my other raggery projects, click here. Except for the few pieces that I have incorporated into my permanent home decor, the rest of my raggery crafts are for sale. If you see any that interest you, please…
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Shelbee on the Rags: Patchwork Shelbee
After I had completed Découpage Denise, I loved her little rag skirt so much that I decided to make one for Patchwork Shelbee. Patchwork Shelbee is an old mannequin leftover from the days when I was selling clothing on Poshmark. She had been banished to the back of a coat closet, hiding naked and alone in the dark for years. I was debating getting rid of her but then I decided to dress her up and incorporate her into my home decor instead. I découpaged her with some Mod Podge and scraps of fabric and wrapped a few strings of blue twinkle lights around her and she fits perfectly in…
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Shelbee on the Rags: “Coffee Break” Rag Curtain & #SpreadTheKindness Link Up On the Edge #698
This next raggery project was inspired by my “Café au Lait” Shaggy Raggy Garland. After the garland was completed and my older son said it looked like coffee, I got the idea to create a large rag curtain in a similar color palette with the image of a coffee cup. But I really wasn’t sure how to do it! When I created the “Carolina on My Mind” rag curtain in the shape of a tree, I was guided completely by prayer and faith in the artistic process. For the coffee cup curtain, however, I was not confident in faith alone and needed a little more concrete assistance. So I got…
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Shelbee on the Rags: “Woodland” Shaggy Raggy Garland
As I stated yesterday, I am going to be sharing lots of recently completed raggery projects over the next few posts. So here is the next one…a shaggy raggy garland in woodland colors. The idea for this garland came from a small pile of clothing leftover from some donated bags. The majority of the leftovers happened to be in this green and brown color palette with lots of really cool textures including satins, tweeds, and various types of knits from delicate to chunky. So I gathered all the greens and tans and browns into my rag palette (and forgot to take a photo again) and created the “Woodland” Shaggy Raggy…
