I found the cutest juice glasses today at my favorite consignment store. As my friend Betty says: "they're stinkin' cute". And yes, yes they are! I wanted to pass on them.... I don't NEED anymore glasses .... there were only 2.... soooooo.... they came home with me. I just couldn't leave without them! Look! Could you?!? Just look at the jaunty ringmaster and the happy, clever dogs performing tricks- SO CUTE! After bringing them home, I (naturally) started to do some res

After my longer-than-expected cabinet painting adventure, it's time to add the supports for the kitchen island overhang. To allow for seating comfort at the island, an overhang of 10- 12 inches is recommended- no banged knees, here! I found various recommendations as to support vs no support for that degree of overhang with a laminate countertop. Heavier materials such as slate or granite definitely require supports! I decided err on the side of caution and install supports

Literally. I mean it. Watching paint dry. So the kitchen floor is done and btw I still love the look and I'm appreciating more and more the ease of cleaning especially with the weather swings that we have been experiencing of late- freezing and warming temps and lots of rain mean lots of muddy doggo footprints! Just a quick pass with my Crosswave and the floors are clean as a whistle (I might just have to post about that little machine, it's terrific! NO, I have no affilia