Industrial Meets Farmhouse

by Mads // June 9, 2017 // No Comments

Well everyone, its been awhile for us! Between work craziness, the hubby getting a new job, car trouble, a trip to Europe, 5.9 million loads of laundry, approximately 6 books I just “HAD” to read, and that funny smell in... Continue reading →

How To Chalk Paint Galvanized Metal

by Mads // March 17, 2017 // No Comments

Anyone out there love the “farmy” galvanized metal trend that’s going around? Well…I do. Worn, scratched, and distressed galvanized metal has character and it fits in perfectly with the farmhouse/shabby chic combo that I typically go for (read: old junk... Continue reading →

Easy Traditional Christmas Wassail

by Mads // December 23, 2016 // 2 Comments

Merry Christmas Everyone! With the hectic Holiday schedule that we have around here it normally comes with a huge chunk of time carved out for baking and making yummy treats. One of the traditions we’ve picked up is... Continue reading →

DIY Barnwood Wine Rack

by Mads // October 21, 2016 // No Comments

In case you don’t know my hubby and I…we are wine lovers. I suppose it really started when we visited the land of amazing wine (read: Italy). I won’t repeat the praises of Italian travel in this article, but you... Continue reading →

Dresser Upper

by Mads // October 14, 2016 // No Comments

Recently I was at a huge barn sale in search of a fun project piece to work on and I stumbled across this old dresser that was begging for a revamp. There was a missing handle, it was a very... Continue reading →

No-Sew Pillow Covers

by Mads // September 30, 2016 // 2 Comments

So the throw pillows around our house have been doing their job just fine for the past 6 years, but I’ve wanted to spice them up for a few years now since I’ve really defined my “style”. However…just in case... Continue reading →

Easy DIY Fall Sign

by Mads // September 23, 2016 // No Comments

Well folks, it’s here…fall is upon us. I always hate to see summer go, but something about the crisp sunny days, apple based concoctions, hearty food, orange leaves, and boot weather that makes me smile. Also…its officially Buckeye season…O-H…c’mon guys... Continue reading →

$25 for 9 Months of Laundry Detergent!!

by Mads // September 9, 2016 // No Comments

DIY Laundry Soap So who out there HATES paying an arm and a leg for laundry detergent? With 2 dogs and hubby that does farm work on the norm, I can get upwards of 5 or 6 loads per week! ... Continue reading →

Easy DIY Basket Organizer

by Mads // September 2, 2016 // No Comments

So we have this awful habit of throwing all of our stuff onto the counter and table as soon as we get home. In a matter of an hour or so, we completely cover the table in our junk and... Continue reading →

DIY Farmhouse Table

by Mads // August 5, 2016 // No Comments

DIY Farmhouse Table Sean and I have been married for 6 wonderful years and we had the same tiny kitchen table for all 6. It was perfect for our first teeny-tiny apartment, where no more than 4 people could fit... Continue reading →

Easy Smoothie Popsicles

by Mads // July 20, 2016 // No Comments

Happy Wednesday everyone! I normally don’t post on Wednesday, but I was too excited to wait! After making the 3-Ingredient Chocolate Ice-cream I started thinking about what else I could whip up to cool down. My hubby suggested making something with fruit... Continue reading →

3-Ingredient Chocolate Ice Cream

by Mads // July 15, 2016 // No Comments

3-Ingredient Dairy Free Chocolate Ice Cream! So this past weekend we were working in our yard and it was hot…unseasonably steamy for this time of year. Anyways, as I stood with my head in the freezer, attempting to stop the... Continue reading →

Presto Pesto

by Mads // July 3, 2016 // 2 Comments

Presto Pesto So I have a confession to make…I am an incredibly picky eater. However over the past 8-10 years (really ever since I started dating Sean) I’ve been broadening my horizons. Why since I started dating Sean? Mostly... Continue reading →

Quick & Easy Baked Tilapia

by Mads // June 29, 2016 // No Comments

Quick and Easy Tilapia Well its officially summertime which for us means 90 degree weather with enough humidity to swim in. I won’t complain because I LOVE the hot weather and all of our outdoor summer activities. But that... Continue reading →

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