It's the Little Things - Like a Turquoise Mirror

The basement is the most neglected space in my home. I don't go down there much except to do laundry, even though we've done a make-over in the bathroom down there and my treadmill is in the basement. I've been slowly but surely making small changes, but it's definitely not been on my priority list.

I have been wanting to add more color in my home, so I decided to paint the mirror over the sink a turquoise color. 

The mirror was brown, so I taped off the mirror, spray painted the brown, and then roughed up the edges to give it a distressed look.

(You can see the brown mirror in pictures from our laundry room makeover.) 

I found a terrific rug at Target to use in the space. 

See that ugly sink and counter top? Imagine a beautiful faucet with a stainless countertop. We haven't invested in something like that because we just don't use the space enough. I also want to paint the cabinets... **sigh** 

My laundry room (which is just a space) is to the right. I am LOVING the beadboard we installed. 

And... I added a suprise.

I love this mirror with lights around it. (and... it wasn't until AFTER we installed and painted the beadboard that I noticed that this wall didn't get the new lighter paint!)

It's the little things...

Nif

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Alabama Firecrackers

Today I've got an easy recipe to share that calls for only 5 ingredients. I also LOVE the name - Firecrackers! This is a great snack to take to a tailgate, school event, football party, or even for a weekend treat at home.

Alabama Firecrackers

1 box Saltine crackers (4 sleeves)
1 cup vegetable oil
1 package Ranch dressing mix
2 tsp garlic powder
2-5 tsp red pepper flakes

Whisk together all ingredients except for crackers in a bowl. Divide the crackers between 2 large Ziploc bags, then pour half of the oil mixture into each bag. Close the bags, then turn over to coat evenly. Let the bag sit for a couple of hours, turning every 15 minutes. (I then like to transfer them to new bags or a large container with a lid.)

Enjoy!