It was 1979 and I was 10 when I shared my bedroom with my 2 older sisters. Once in a while my brother moved in, too 😯 . We each had our own little nook to do what we wanted. My nook was neat, organized, fully decorated top to bottom (not joking). My sister’s nooks…not… Read More
I’m having a little fun over here at redheadcandecorate.com this week. Not only am I decorating for Christmas, but I’m also hosting several giveaways which always makes me feel wonderful because I enjoy giving back to my followers. Especially this time of year. (SEE ALL GIVEAWAYS AT BOTTOM OF POST) Before we get to the… Read More
I can honestly say that I have found the “Prettiest Light Fixture Ever”. I have been so excited to share this light fixture with you for a couple weeks now, and today is the big reveal! I have searched far and wide, near and far, up and down, right and left (you get the idea),… Read More
The DIY Housewives are sizzling this month! This could be the best edition of the DIY Housewives yet! We are moving on to the master bedroom with “12 Inspiring Master Bedrooms”, and you won’t want to miss these beautiful rooms. We also have some new members of the DIY Housewives who you will meet below…… Read More
When folks comment on my decorating style, I hear the word “cozy” often. I really love that because sometimes when you decorate too much it can become “stuffy”, or “cluttered”. Our home is cozy all year, but as soon as September rolls around, the cozy is amplified. By November, you can pretty much find me… Read More
The DIY Housewives are at it again folks. This month’s DIY topic is all about updating your living room, or family room without spending a fortune (click here to subscribe to the DIY Housewives for free). These 12 living room updates are sure to inspire no matter what size, shape, or condition your present living… Read More
We have this really pretty window on the left side of our house that is actually the window over our master bathroom tub. Our cat, Sylvia LOVES it there and spends a lot of time there waiting for her friend to come over from across the street. True story! The only thing is, it was… Read More
This post is sponsored by BloomsyBox.com. It was 6am and Sylvia the cat had just scratched my side of the bed to let me know it was time for breakfast. I quickly grabbed my phone to check my e-mails and I noticed there was a message on my redheadcandecorate.com Facebook page. It was Megan, the… Read More
“I don’t really like taking baths, but since you & Pop made it all fancy in there, I think I’m going to start.” That’s what our teen daughter said a few days after we finished this gorgeous “DIY Wood Planked Wall”and I don’t blame her one bit. If I would have known how easy this… Read More
I have been “nesting” like crazy, lately. Am I pregnant? Absolutely not! It must be the new year, or new moon, or new sneakers-I don’t know why, I tell you. Either way…I have a fun post today full of great tips for organization, and cleaning. Notice, I put the word FUN in there. Okay, so… Read More
You know when you’re reading a book that you’re really into, or even watching a movie that you can’t look away from and the time seems to slip away very quickly? That’s how I feel about 2015. 2015 has been a year full of amazing DIY projects, and recipes, but I’ve been so busy with… Read More
Welcome to our Cozy Christmas Bedroom… You know those photos in magazines where the bedroom looks all perfect-ified. The sheets aren’t wrinkled, the bed looks like it’s never been slept in, and there isn’t a spec of anything anywhere? Well…forget that. Lets get cozi-fied. If you look really really close, you’ll see that the bed… Read More
I couldn’t resist sharing a quick photo of our Christmas tree that we just finished this past weekend. Sylvia our cat looked so sweet taking a nap under it. Actually, she woke up when I got my camera out, but you get the idea. I tried something new this year and went with a red… Read More
As Mother’s we spend a lot of time tending to everyone’s needs before our own. No complaints, it’s just what we do, and love to do. However, over the years, I’ve slowly gotten to where I don’t feel strange doing nice things for myself. Especially, on Mother’s Day. My sweet husband & girls used to… Read More
As far as I know, there aren’t any weddings in our family at the moment, but there’s got to be people getting married out there still, right? It’s funny how you go through your own wedding, and your friends weddings, and then as you get older they get few and far between. That doesn’t stop… Read More
Welcome to our home! 2022 Update: Click here for updated tour from 2022. Update: Click here for updated tour from 2017. We live in the beautiful state of Michigan where it can get hot & humid in the Summer & bitter cold in the Winter. However, we are surrounded by the beautiful breath taking… Read More
“Today is a good day.” That’s what my oldest daughter said earlier today when she got her first pair of contacts. I was very excited for her… I also had no idea what was waiting for me in the mailbox as we made our way home. Remember my “DIY Candelabra Flower Planter” from last year?… Read More
It’s been 3 years. Time to celebrate redheadcandecorate.com and take a look back. I’ve never had a “blogiversary” before. The 1st year seemed rather pre-mature, the 2nd year slipped by with out me noticing, so I thought I would gather some of my favorite blog friends for the 3rd year and ask them to join… Read More
Love is in the air. I don’t hide the fact that I’m madly in love with my husband. If I could, I would scream it from the top of a mountain every morning, announce it on the radio every afternoon, and broadcast it on the national news every night at 6:30pm. After 26 years, it’s… Read More
Happy New Year! Welcome to my “Top 20 Posts from 2014″… Before we get started, I would like to invite you to a very special event coming up next week. On Thursday, January 8th at 12 ET I will be participating in a “Live Video Google Chat” with Emeril Lagasse. If you would like to… Read More
I wear my heart on my sleeve. Maybe it’s the hair color, I don’t know. Hormones? I let my sensitivity get me down this past week. Blogging has brought me many blessings, but sometimes it gets the best of me. It’s a ton of work, and the preparation and hours of creativity can really take… Read More
Hello friends! It’s Carrie from Lovely Etc. back to share one of my favorite projects ever with all of you. When we moved into our 1973 ranch, many, many things were sorely in need of an upgrade. The lighting, in particular, was rather dated. From fake stained glass to rickety ceiling fans to shiny brass… Read More
You are not going to believe this super easy method used by many for “Preserving Fresh Basil.” Here’s how I recently found out…My husband was on Skype with his sister in NY last Saturday night. I was being nosey minding my own business while making sauce & meatballs while they chatted. Turns out, she was making sauce… Read More
It’s morning, I’m in my PJ’s, the kids are at school, the hubby has just left, I started laundry, made the beds, finished the dishes, and fed the cat. I’m ready to sip tea and write my post. I sit down, take my first sip, and there’s a knock on our front door. “OH,… Read More
As a little girl, I played outside all day. Sometimes with my friends down the street, and sometimes alone. Around the age of 7 I remember planning to build a “Tooth Pick Pool” with my friend, Christine. Yes, you heard that right. A DIY pool made out of TOOTH PICKS! Talk about innovative. We… Read More
Welcome to another edition of All Things Creative! Summer is right around the picnic table… So, grab your sun tea and flip flops and enjoy “50 Summer Ideas” from 10 creative bloggers. First up, are 6 of mine… Summer Front Porch Decor Upcycled Ceiling Fan Shades to Candelabra Planter My Sister’s Baked Baby Back Rib… Read More
A few years ago my mom and mother in law gave me a sewing machine for Christmas. After moving into our first house, I started to realize all the things I could make with a sewing machine. Curtains, pillows, table cloths, and more. I really love sewing, I find it relaxing and productive at the… Read More
Happy first full day of Spring and welcome to our “Teen Bedroom Reveal”! It’s still very cold here, but the snow is s-l-o-w-l-y melting. We have been getting into the 40’s which feels like beach weather after THAT Winter. Here’s our front yard: That’s our Christmas tree defrosting. We whipped put it out there in… Read More
February has been one long month. I won’t go into details, but lets just say it’s been crazy around here. I’ve never wanted Spring so badly. I’m fantasizing about weeding in my tank top & flip flops. Day dreaming of grilled hotdogs, corn on the cob, Rick in his bathing suit shorts 🙂 … Along… Read More
Welcome to our “Bedroom Makeover for Teen Part 1”. This will be a 3 part series. Valerie is our youngest. She’s 11, but almost 12. She’s funny, smart, curious, beautiful, and loves life. She’s very tight with her big sis, but is beginning to spread her wings a bit. She actually has her own bedroom,… Read More
Our oldest daughter, Daphne, turns 14 soon. Happy Birthday Daphne! Once again we will be celebrating with a “Halloween” themed party this year. It has now become a tradition and I must admit, it’s a decorators dream 🙂 Below you will find some of our “Halloween Party Ideas”. Better bring your flash light. [insert Vincent… Read More
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