I got this nice little piece when a friend of mine’s mother-in-law passed away. They held an estate sale, and this nightstand was one of the pieces that didn’t sell. My friend graciously donated it to me, and it’s been sitting in my project pile for the last few years—and I do mean years. The…
Author: Stacy Verdick Case
Best Fabric Paint for Upholstery: A Review of Jacquard Lumiere
Discover the best fabric paint for upholstery in this step-by-step makeover of a beloved vintage chair. I share my experience using Jacquard Lumiere upholstery paint—why it’s my favorite, how it performs, and tips for painting upholstery for flawless results. Plus, grab an exclusive 20% off discount code!
Don’t Toss It—Stock It! My Zero-Waste Vegetable Broth from Kitchen Scraps
Did you know April 30 was Stop Food Waste Day? I know it’s passed but I think every day is a good day to not waste food. I figured it was the perfect time to show you something I’ve been doing for years, making my own vegetable broth from food scraps. A trip to the…
Quick DIY Friendly Porch Glow-Up with Solar Railing Lights
Since we built our house 20 years ago, I’ve regretted not putting a light switch on the outside of the house to turn my porch lights on. I know, it sounds silly. Who puts a light switch outside? But hear me out: there have been so many nights when I’ve come home after dark, totally…
From Loon to Luxe: A Little Thrift Store Rescue
A Dramatic Decoupage Makeover with Damask Decoupage Paper This little loony number caught my eye during a quick thrift stop on my lunch break. I was supposed to be looking for vintage linens… but instead, I found this quirky oval table with a loon placemat tucked under the glass top. Yep—you read that right. A…





