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Nursery: The Final Chapter

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Oh my, here comes another long post for all you patient types. For the impatient types, you'll get the point just by scrolling through the pictures like I know that you do anyway.We had a huge blank wall behind the changing table that laid barren for far too long. I picked up some wrought iron shelf brackets at Hobby Lobby for 50% off (which, Nick will tell you... were super fun to install). I ... [ Read More ]

Etsy Shop!!!

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I'm SO excited to launch our new Etsy website, and we're finally ready to share it with you!!! My mom, sister-in-law Carrie and I are having a blast crafting handmade baby/child items... how lucky am I to have such creative family members! We call our Esty shop "The Fruitful Vine".My mom has been making these adorable patchwork animals using vintage fabric, reclaimed buttons, and her trusty sewing ... [ Read More ]

Lynne’s Backsplash

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I wish you all could see me taping and painting a backsplash. I think I could probably sell tickets to that show. I get in a lunge position with my feet, which puts me at a perfect height to position the edge of the countertop snugly in the crevice between my bosom and belly. I can only do this for so long before I need to sit down and take 5... or even lay down on a client's couch. Nick's ... [ Read More ]

Nursery Closet {Organizational Ideas!}

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*UPDATE!* ...see the nursery in all it's finished glory HERE!!! We've been working away at the nursery, and were LOVING the fresh unique color palate and all the sentimental and DIY items we've incorporated into the room thus far! The nursery closet was NOT a priority when it came to planning a nursery design/color scheme. But there came a time when I realized that this just wouldn't do. First ... [ Read More ]

Exactly Perfect

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Sometimes I get caught up in my discomfort, swelling and exhaustion. But the truth is, I've never been happier with my bikini body for summer. I've looked forward to this my whole life, and worked harder than most to make it happen. And I'm ecstatic.My good friend Devon gave me a "Baby Shower" card that said it all:I couldn't have said it better myself. ... [ Read More ]

Felt Flower Hairbow Tutorial

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Remember when I made these for my baby niece, Kendall?? Well they're easy to make, and too adorable not to continue manufacturing! Every baby girl should have one! Supplies you'll need: fabric (vintage is best!) felt scissors needle/thread large button First choose a color of felt (or thicker fabric) and two additional fabrics for your flower. Try out a few different ... [ Read More ]

Melea’s Backsplash

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Melea loved the idea of having a backsplash in her kitchen, but didn't love the price tag of expensive tile and labor, not to mention how long and messy a process it is. So naturally, she loved the cost, versatility and instant gratification of our painted backsplashes!! We aim to please!Although her wall was already a neutral color that could have worked as a grout line, we talked her into ... [ Read More ]

Nursery: Shelving

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So I pull up to the "Nick's Handyman Drive-thru" and roll down my window."Thank you for choosing Nick's, what can I build for you today?""Yes hi! Ummmm... I'd like to order two floating shelves 2'x4.5"x2", and a rack to hold books in the same length, and ahhhh, I'll finish that off with a little coat rack with hooks that I'll supply.""Is that all?""Yes, for today. You know I'll be back ... [ Read More ]

OH. MY.

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We've reached 30 weeks... and strangers are starting to say, "Oh dear! Any time now, right?" And I smile and say... "only 7 more weeks!"Everyone always wants to know how I'm feeling, and being the honest person that I am, here's the breakdown:Mild constipationOccasional heartburnSwelling feet, ankles, legs and handsDecreasing energyMid back painAll the normal stuff, right? None of which are ... [ Read More ]

The Commode

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For those that don't know, a "commode" is a portable wash stand, and could be considered a toilet of sorts if you're from Louisiana. But today we're talking about the small cabinet type of commode that dates back to the mid 1700's. It's basically like a bathroom vanity without the sink. Enough history. This little guy came to us from a client in this condition: And do you remember our little ... [ Read More ]

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