Things Just Pop Up
Life is so very busy. We meet new people everyday. In today’s technologically based world, we find countless new websites and things that interest us. The onslaught of information is overwhelming to say the least. You are enjoying your morning coffee and browsing your favorite websites, checking FB, IG, etc. when it happens. Something pops up on your screen and you are pleasantly surprised! It is a contact or a blog or even an item that you used to follow, use or frequent. And you think to yourself…why haven’t I seen that? How has this wondrous thing/person/event evaded me for so long? Why did I stop seeing/doing/loving this? For me it is as simple as SQUIRREL! I am bombarded by information everyday. That is when I know it’s time to re-evaluate and prioritize my daily routine. It’s a constant shuffling of new and old things.
This happened to me just yesterday. I was strolling through Instagram and clicked on a new friend’s stories and read about a challenge that she was participating in this month. Shout out to a new Haven friend and fellow Woodgrain challenge veteran Brooke Cribbs who blogs at Cribbstyle. The bells and whistles and happy fairies started to sing. I had done this challenge years ago and it was a fun and very fulfilling event. Why did I stop?
The answer, as always, is plain and simply…life! And I guess that is the beauty of life. You can go through phases and make room for things you love when you can or when you need to!
$100 Room Challenge
So guess what??! I am participating in the September $100 Room Challenge.
The $100 Room Challenge was started by Erin who blogs at Lemons, Lavender, and Laundry in 2015. Bloggers are always finding shortcuts and ways to stretch a dollar just like YOU! Like many DIY bloggers, Erin wanted to get the message to her readers that you can decorate a space with flair and tenacity without spending a fortune. And so the $100 Room Challenge was born. I participated back in 2017. HERE is the link to my bathroom that I upcycled for under $100.
Target Area
Recently, I’ve been working on my entryway. I used molding to create interest on the main wall. You can read about that project HERE.
We were waiting on a new front door and it was installed last week. It is time to finish off this space!
Game Plan
Project list for the Front Entryway:
- Finish woodwork around the new door: Fill nail holes from new door trim and install plugs on sidelights. Caulk where needed.
- Remove carpet from stairs. Paint or stain steps and risers.
- Update wooden rails and banister with paint or stain.
- Paint walls and trim.
- Shop my garage for a statement piece of furniture.
- Refinish or paint this statement piece
Below are the projects from the other bloggers who are participating. Follow along as I am sure you will find some inspiration! Check back every Wednesday for updates. The final reveals will be posted on Wednesday, September 30, 2020.
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