A Sunday Chat In March

Well hello friends and Happy March!

The weather is warming up, spring is just a few days away and I'm smiling.

I hope you are, too!


February was chilly and snowy month. Aside from a few small road trips, I spent most of it cuddled up in front of the fire, watching old movies, so I'm more than ready for crocuses, sunshine and short sleeves.

I just hope Mother Nature and that groundhog have had a nice little chat and are both on the same page. 😉

In anticipation of spring's grand arrival, I've been making some changes around here, inside, as I impatiently wait for it to show up outside.

Of course, between my temperamental sewing machine, our new car that turned out to be a lemon (long story!) and those charming old movies, I haven't had a chance to share any of it with you.


I hope to remedy that in March.

In the meantime, I can give you a few sneak peeks.

A few years ago, my friend Brenda from Cozy Little House, shared a glimpse of some beautiful rose covered dishes and I haven't been able to get them out of my head since.

Well, turns out they're vintage Country Living plates and are quite literally impossible to find. I searched everywhere for years.

Then a few months ago, I found them, on Etsy...but they were more than this dollar store and thrifting shopper usually shells out for plates. So I passed.

Silly girl.


Fast forward to Valentine's Day and as the clock struck (almost) midnight I put them in my cart, used a few coupons and bought them from the loveliest seller.

And I couldn't be happier with them. They are GORGEOUS.

There is one set left that I've been tempted to grab, but so far I'm sticking with my four.

I still don't know where I'm going to hang them or how I'm going to showcase them, but you can bet they'll have a prominent place in my home.

Next up, I replaced some carpets.

After the hallway makeover I went with white rugs, then burgundy oval braids. However, as this winter got darker and darker, I craved the light.

I purchased these braided area rugs instead and wow, what a difference. 


They pop and really brighten up that windowless space. It naturally prompted another project, that I haven't completed yet, but hope to finish up soon.

I also went thrifting and found some very cool treasures, including a trio of oval frames, that I can't wait to update and display. 

I'm excited to get crafting with this 2-pack of round canvases I found for $5, too.

There's something about round artwork that screams cottage style.

By month's end I was finally about to get my act together with that confusing pile of fabric I mentioned last month. It prompted a bigger than expected makeover in my bathroom. 

And a mini transformation in one of my girls' bedrooms.


That's where my diva of a sewing machine came into play. The one that had me tearing my hair...and more than a few stitches...out in February. 

I do have several more fabric DIYs to complete in March, but I'm speaking nicely and crossing my fingers that it'll be more compliant. 

I had hoped to get to a little Easter decor, but so far all I've managed to do is buy this darling bunny at HomeGoods.


Instead, I'll be pulling out the old stuff and hanging it up.

• Like my designer knock off eggs
• My wooden bunny and carrot banner
• My button tail banner wreath

• And set the table with my Bunny Brunch jars.

I really wanted to make an Easter wreath like this, but the supplies were pricier than buying it, so I ordered this two pack and will hang one on each door.

Sadly, sometimes crafting just doesn't pay.

I think that's about it folks. 

Now, I'm off to take a walk on this almost 60 degree day.

Sixty. 

Fabulous.

Happy March!!

What are your plans for the month?