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Gray Painted Washstand Makeover

Can anybody really have too many washstands?  I honestly love these little pieces–they’re such a quick makeover and can be used in so many different spaces in your home! This …

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Meet Lost & Found’s Newest Retail Space | Lyla’s Clothing, Decor & More

So last week I promised you all a tour through my new retail space . . .     Here it is! Today I am excited to walk you through …

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The Story of the Abandoned House, Part 2

Hi everybody! Thanks so much to everyone who commented with their encouraging words after my last post. I appreciate so much knowing that there are things I’ve written on this …

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1st Friday Etsy Shop Feature and Giveaway

So it has been a few months (two to be exact) since I hosted our last 1st Friday Etsy Shop Feature Day.  Some of you joining us may be new …

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Living an Open Handed Life

If you were to spend any time in my house, you would hear me saying phrases like this a lot: ” Please share with you brother “       …

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Behind the Paint | Next Stop on the DIY Blog Tour

When I started blogging two years ago, I had no idea how social blogland would be.  I thought it would just always be me, sitting at my computer, throwing out …

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Welcome to the New Lost & Found!

I’m so excited to debut my new site, LostandFoundDecor.com! I have been blogging about my antique and furniture refinishing business, Lost & Found at my old site for a year …

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Changing it Up

I am at battle with the Mountain Cedar trees of Central Texas, at least that is what the news tells me.  This past week has been one long, continuous sneeze, …

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Christmas | Just Around the Corner

I’m behind in the retail world . . . Christmas started showing up at my mall three weeks ago and until yesterday, I had nothing.  I have been collecting a …

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What I Found at McKinney Trade Days

This past weekend was the local flea market in my area, McKinney Trade Days. The pickin’s have been a little slim there the past few months, and it’s been HOT! …

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Hi, I’m Melanie! But my friends call me Mel.

Home is where life is both lived and recovered from. It’s an oasis to refresh your family as well as your friends. But creating that space shouldn’t break the bank.

I hope this blog helps you create your own beautiful home on a budget.

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    • How to Paint Furniture
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    • Start a Furniture Painting Business
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