Summer contains some of the longest days of the year. During summertime, the pools are open later and children get to play outdoors longer — catching fireflies and riding their bikes and adults get to hang out with friends and neighbors talking about vacations or upcoming home project plans. Whatever the first day of summer brings, there’s no question it …
In efforts to slow my roll. A mediation tray.
You certainly know how much I admire style and fashion. My admiration runs deep and it’s more than just clothes, makeup, and hair to me. It’s an open reflection of who you are – and I love that. However, I’m switching direction by setting style aside and focusing on the Self; the inner self – which is ultimately reflected on …
DIY: Bottle Vase
Hi everyone, Abby here (Eleanor’s Boots)! I hope you’re enjoying the start of summer! I know it’s one of my favorite times of the year. With the weather warming up, it seems like there is always something to celebrate. Whether you are celebrating dads, grads, babies or new beginnings, summertime is the best time to entertain. Something I find that …
Goodbye Boots, Hello Swimsuits!
It is pretty safe to say that by the time we enter the month of June in Ohio, we can say “goodbye boots, hello swimsuits!” Many of us who don’t have the luxury of having endless closet space, need to shift items out of closets and into storage. When our closets are packed with items that are only worn part …
#12MonthsOfThriftingChallenge Kids Edition: Schools Out! Their Pick
This month’s prompt for the 12 Months of Thrifting challenge is a little different than usual. With school wrapping up for the year and kids and parents preparing for summer break, we thought it would be a good time to allow the older kids to go on a little adventure at Goodwill and select their own item(s) for the challenge. …
Antique Record Player Cabinet Upcycle
Hi All, While in search of pieces to use for the flea market flip event I participated in, I came across this old record cabinet. Someone had already started converting it into a wine cabinet (Yeah!) which I thought was a great idea. And an extra bonus was they left the bottle holder in it so I didn’t even have …
Spring Cleaning/Organizing Checklist
Hello Spring! It has finally arrived in Ohio. Spring is a popular time to freshen things up, open the windows and shed some of our old stuff. Days are longer and warmer this time of year, which inspires many of us to get our homes in order. There are likely chores that don’t get done every week in your home, …
Celebrity Fashion For Less
Seems everyone wants to emulate celebrities and it’s probably always been that way, but with social media posts from the red carpet and live streaming videos, we want what the stars are wearing by the end of a televised broadcast! I remember when Michael Jackson’s Beat It video first aired — people all over the globe wanted his red leather …
Shoe Storage 101
Whether you have five pairs or fifty pairs of shoes, they need homes. According to a YouGov poll, 87% of Americans take their shoes off when they enter their own home. So what could this mean in terms of organization challenges? Many people have piles of shoes near the entrance of their home. It doesn’t have to be this way. …
French Girl Style
Do I have a thing for french style? Without a doubt I do. But it’s truly not my fault at all! Pinterest, Vogue, Devil Wears Prada, and Carrie Bradshaw in Paris. You my fashion influencers, have caused this girl to think that coffee, messy hair, wine and a white t-shirt, is all I need to look chic and effortless. And, …