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Transforming items from the Dollar Store is so much fun. Like this painted French metal planter. Do you ever venture inside any of the dollar-type stores? They are typically filled with a wide variety of goods. Items that I shop for are painting tarps, sponge brushes, hardware items, party goods, housecleaning items and garden center…
Today we spill the secrets on one of our favorite things to do. How to chalk paint furniture – our best tips. This topic is hands-down the one we get the most questions asked about. If you have never chalk painted furniture or anything else before, this post is for you! By the time you…
Everything you need to know about my DIY painted bathroom countertop and sink. If you are a new visitor to 2 Bees in a Pod, I recently completed a a full bathroom makeover on a budget. Every single surface was transformed, except the bathtub. One of the biggest transformations and most cost effective projects was…
Whenever I visit a thrift store, I always look for trays. On a recent trip I lucked out and found a few candidates. I chose an Ikea Skala tray that was given a makeover with paint and fabric. A tabletop tray is a perfect decor accessory for every home. Trays come in a variety of…
With summertime here we are spending more time outside on the front porch. Here are 9 DIY curb appeal ideas. This month the DIY Housewives are sharing 9 DIY curb appeal ideas. Since the weather is warmer and the days are longer, we are spending more time on the front porch. Typically we share morning…
This tutorial will teach you how to hang plates on a wall. Have you ever wanted to hang plates on a wall but didn’t know where to begin? There is definitely a right way and a wrong way of doing this. Even though it may seem or look like an effortless job, you need a…
We have curated a list of our favorite summer essentials. If you are anything like us, you more than likely scroll through webpages and have bookmarked pretty summer things that have caught your eye. Possibly you have already purchased a thing or two. Cute new sandals, a new straw hat or maybe a travel journal…
Inspiration can strike any place, anytime when you least expect it. In this instance – it’s all about my casual lake summer mantel decor. Now that I live out in lake country, I don’t have the conveniences of shopping my favorite stores. When I have an opportunity to visit my favorite store HomeGoods, I make…
Officially, the first day of summer is just three short weeks away. Here are 10 easy ways to add summer style to your home. Hello friends! Hopefully you had a wonderful holiday weekend. In our area the weather did not cooperate, but it was still a very relaxing weekend. We binge-watched movies and favorite Netflix…
Turning an unwanted thrift store item into a coveted beauty is one of my favorite things to do. This painted step stool makeover was such an easy project to do. Walking through any thrift store, you never know what treasures await. Anticipation and excitement run high especially if I am with Jenn or one of…
As the weather gets warmer, our thoughts turn to fresh vegetables from the farmer’s market and garden. Last year I created an original recipe for summer corn salad. Being that we celebrate Memorial Day this weekend, I know that a lot of us will be having picnics, potlucks and cookouts. Fresh tomatoes and basil are…
You are fortunate when your friends know you well. Recently my friend Linda gave me the most wonderful gift. Today I am sharing how I displayed it in my home – a French lazy Susan. Now I ask you, who doesn’t love receiving gifts? Even better is when that gift is perfect and thoughtful as…