Decorating co-captain Linda and I hit the pavement in Linden Hills, a charming suburb of Minneapolis.The weather was perfect. The neighborhood was darling.The finds were pretty good too. Th...
Tonight I started a batch of cookies. I was looking in drawers to find my measuring spoons. They were nowhere to be found. So, I went to my stash of the things Id brought back from my moms...
An industrial grain funnel?Nah, Its been upcycled to a new porch light. My front porch waited a very long time for this old rusty funnel.&nbs...
The first of our citywide garage sales has begun. Whoo Hoo!This past weekend was the Bryn Mawr neighborhood sales in Minneapolis.The goods:One of my fabulous finds was three big pieces of burlap - &n...
Silliness is what it was. Pure silliness. It all happened so fast. Decorating co-captain Linda and I signed up to be models for a night. We thought it would be hilarious.Be careful wh...
Last June, I posted a a pic I took of the Bachmans 2011 Summer Ideas House.The Pot Wreath.Since then, its had wild ride on Pinterest. The wreath is the reason I found Pinterest in the firs...
Make that Dog. One dog. One dog who when feels somewhat bored....Will destroy the drywall.Michael Finnegan is that dog.Guilty as charged.Mind you, this is a dog that sleeps on the couch.This is ...
Occasionally, When I am in the middle of a room clean out spree- And I dont want to haul something to Goodwill, I put it out on the curb with a free sign on it. When Im in clear o...
The Subject: Photogenic family member.The Props:Two vintage suitcases.The Mother Bribe: "Please put a clip in your hair, let me take your picture with these old suitcases, An...
At a weekend antique show, I spotted this charming vintage childs book.My heart went pitter patter. It was aqua and it was old.I became quite smitten.But, I couldnt find the price. So...
Pro: It was a gorgeous Saturday morning & my first garage sailing of the year.Con: The finds were nowhere to be found.Time was up so I dropped Decorating co-captain off at home...
"Kenneth takes lawn maintenence to a whole new level."True Story. Untouched Photo.This is Decorating co-captain Lindas neighbor. Yes, he is vacuuming his lawn. On his knees. With an attachmen...
A few months back, My Decorating co-captain Linda gave me an old barn door to use as a table top.Its probably over 100 years old and HEAVY. At one time in its poor life,Someone used it as ...
The finale of the Spring Ideas House...A media room to cozy up to.Above, the barn door is good and a fine way to camo the TV.I love the lamp shade, even with the not-so-old keys. Below, the car...
Have a seat, wont you?This is the Spring 2012 edition of the Bachmans livingroom.The couch was turned this time around, opening up the space.It was a bit more artsy. (giant metal flowers on the...
It must really be Spring! Its already time for the Bachmans Ideas House. Im cutting to the chase and showing you my favorite things.The girls room was just that.I love the gates as headboar...
The cool thing is...Sometimes when people hear you collect old stuff, they say:"Hey, I have one of those. Its just sitting around. Do you want it?"And you are happy to answer:"Yes!"Th...
I finally tackled a job Ive been putting off.Painting a menu board.I found the graphic at The Graphics Fairy. Ive had it for a few months. Since Ive discovered my new fabulous liner paint...
Remember a few Saturdays ago when I said it was the best day ever?That was the day I visited Bauer Brothers Salvage and salivated all over the place. But the day didnt stop there. The Cab...
On Saturday, we headed into St. Paul. It was the annual St. Patricks Day Parade. Wed never been and we were ready for some serious people watching.The weather here is 20 degrees above norma...
So...... I have this stash of vintage postcards. Dozens of em. They are originals.They range from 1907 to 1916.I collected them 10 years ago.... then forgot I had them.Shame on me for...
1. The dresser was begging for a boost. 2. Ive been wanting to paint a old French label on a piece of furniture.3. Why not paint a label onto the dresser?4. Done.The weather here in ...
On Saturday I pretty much experienced decorating nirvana. Or would have if money were no object. It began with the Cabinet Maker and I going to Bauer Brothers Salvage in Minneapo...
The saga continues as I toil away at putting my bedroom together. I wanted 3 large frames above the headboard.I found them at Ikea.Eventually, I want to take some fabulous black and white pictur...
Okay, I admit it. Im weak very weak.Its just that Ive got some projects in mind. An altas, a silver mirror, a fabulous toolbox.These said projects can only be completed by including old and chip...
Ive had a few questions about the quote in my header.I made it up. Gals like it. So I made it into a graphic.It prints out to 8x10 or you can copy and paste to adjust.Enjoy! Her heart listened.xo Jea...
It was the end of winter. The snow was just melting and grass was peeking through the melted ice. The streets were still sandy and dirty.At about 5:00 Paul was just getting home from work....
I first saw these in Flea Market Style magazine.Since then, this project has been calling my name.I was waiting until I found the perfect suitcase and one I wouldnt mind:Cutting in hal...
No, it wasnt tall, dark and handsome. It was short, blue and vintage.I spotted the suitcase first. $14.99. Sturdy, good bones and not musty.I immediately saw the possibility of my new bedroom s...
At Bees Knees Bungalow in all the posts I’ve done during the past year, there’s one thing I’ve kept under wraps. In my kitchen I have a pantry. I haven’t shown it because it hasn’t been worthy. Until...
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