Wishlist: Shiplap Walls in the Bathroom

It's not as if I don't have anything on my to-do list....

BUT, I really, really, really want to redo our master bathroom. We've painted it twice since moving in 10 years ago, including the cabinets. It's definitely time to re-paint the cabinets, and I would LOVE to have shiplap on the walls. 

I think I love shiplap because it reminds me of the beach, it's cottage-y, and to me it sort of has a rustic, country feel. It speaks to a laid-back, relaxed lifestyle, and that would be a perfect respite for the busy-ness that goes on in my life! 

I've been searching online for inspiration (and instructions). Here are some pictures that I've found and love. Enjoy!

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Contemporary Bathroom by Houston Design-Build Firms Greymark Construction Company

I'll keep you posted on my progress!

The Yummiest Twice-Baked Potato Casserole

My oldest daughter recently hosted the seniors on her high school volleyball team over for a dinner along with their coach. Hubs grilled barbecue ribs, and everyone else brought sides, soft drinks, and desserts. Some of these girls have been together since elementary school, so it was a bittersweet dinner... knowing that this is their last year together in school.

One player brought a yummy potato casserole, and I had to ask her mom for the recipe. You will LOVE it, and your friends and family will ask you to make it often! (Even though I LOVED it, I haven't made it yet because I'm waiting for a special occasion, and one where there will be enough people that there won't be any leftovers. I don't trust myself not to eat all of it myself.) 

Here's the recipe. Enjoy!

Twice Baked Potato Casserole 

8-10 med RED potatoes 
1 stick of butter melted 
16 oz container of Barbers Party Dip (you might need a little more, I always buy extra and seem to use it) 
Sharp shredded cheese, about 2-1/2 cups (1/2 cup is for topping)
salt/pepper 

Boil your potatoes in the jacket. Let cool and peel. 
Grate the potatoes in a large bowl.
Pour over the melted butter. 
Add shredded cheese into potatoes, about 2 cups, and the dip. 
Salt and pepper to taste.  
Mix all together. 
Pour over into a greased 13 x 9 dish. 
Bake at 350 degrees for about 30-40-minutes. 
Add more cheese to top (about 1/2 cup) and bake until cheese melts.  


**Her mom always told her the ticket to this recipe was the red potatoes. She uses them for everything. Even her potato salad. 

Let me know when you make it! (I'll be right over!)

 

An Easy-to-Make Summer Chevron Wreath

When summer started, I knew I wanted a summery chevron wreath for my front door. The one I made was easy to do, and it was fairly inexpensive, too.

First, I bought wired burlap chevron ribbon and a straw wreath from the local craft store. I used a little less than 2 rolls for the wreath.

Then, I just wrapped the burlap ribbon around the straw wreath, leaving the plastic wrap on the wreath. I simply used hot glue to hold the ribbon in place. 

After wrapping the wreath, I created a bow and glued it onto the wreath. Then I used fishing line to hang it from the wreath hanger on the front door. 

Easy-Peasy, right?

I just love this little jewel. (and the little 4-legged one in the door window!)

Now to find new urns for the front porch!

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Summer's Here, and I'm Back!

I can't believe my last post was on March 3rd! Wow!

And now it's July 7th! Middle of summer, and a lot has happened. 

I've been blogging over at my education blog, and this personal blog has been neglected. As I look back through the archives, it seems it's not the first time I've neglected it! (I've got to change that!)

Let me catch you up on some of the highlights since March 3....

Spring Break 

Mother's Day

School's Out

Father's Day

Two beach trips

Basketball tournaments

I've been to FOUR conferences this summer... Tuscaloosa, Birmingham, Montgomery, and Atlanta.

And I've read 6 books since school ended. 

What about DIY or projects around the house?

I made a new wreath for my front door. 

I painted the bead board in my laundry room. (FINALLY!)

I painted my daughter's bedroom, cleaned out the basement storage room, and did a lot of yard work (and I got the poison ivy to prove it!)

What's left to do?

• Paint area on house next to ceiling on covered deck
• Paint basket found at garage sale
• Organize cabinets in garage
• Finish landscaping in yard by basketball court
• Take down lattice on lower deck and replace with horizontal boards
• Stain/treat deck
• Get together with my "summer friends"

How about you? Busy summer so far?

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