Modern on Monticello

Pure Colors, Original Elegance for Grandma’s Dresser

This month I am excited once again to participate in The Fab Furniture Flippin’ Contest™ with other talented bloggers at Thirtyeighthstreet.com and Anastasiavintage. This month’s theme is Pure Colors, Original Elegance and is sponsored by Pure & Original Paint. Disclosure: Pure & Original Paint provided the paint for this project but all opinions are my own. Some or all of the participants in…
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Rotten wood and water damage

DIY· Our Home

Two weeks ago my husband had a few days off and we planned to tackle a new remodeling project in our house. Ever since we finished the repairs from the tree damage and then found more damage in this front room from leaking skylight windows, we have been planning a full renovation of our front family room. We have a…
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Easy to make recycled tin can planter

Crafts· DIY

Spring always gets me in the mood to start planting things, which got me to thinking about making some small planters out of the tin cans in my recycling bin to hang near my back entrance. These would be perfect for succulents and other plants that don’t need a lot of sunlight. Of course, the best way to…
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Finally! Our master bedroom and bath is ready for it’s reveal!

DIY· Our Home· Tree Damage

Chaos, delays, frustrations, and lots of money lead to this final reveal. For anyone who read my blog during the fall of last year, you read my frustration, sometimes excitement, and final relief when the end was in sight. Now I can finally post the final pictures of the repaired and renovated master bedroom and bathroom after the extensive damage…
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Campaign Style Inspired Furniture Makeover with the Fab Furniture Flippin’ Contest

DIY· Furniture

This post was originally a monthly feature for The Fab Furniture Flippin’ Contest and has been updated with more details for your reading enjoyment and to showcase a great tutorial for a Campaign Style Inspired Furniture Makeover. Last year I was so excited to participate with other talented bloggers in The Fab Flippin’ Contest along with the featured…
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