Thrift stores are a wonderful resource for finding decor items at a great value. The problem is these thrifted decor items are usually a bit outdated or unloved. Today in am sharing thrift store flips using paint, converting them into uniquely trend forward decor pieces. The post How to Flip Thrift Store Finds Using Paint appeared first on Master"Pieces" of my Life.| Master"Pieces" of my Life
Did you know you can create our own chalkboard pennant banner, which you can use over and over again for any occasion, celebration or holiday? This versatile decor party piece comes. together in now. time and can be used over and over again. Let me show you how easy it is to make a customizable DIY pennant banner.| Master"Pieces" of my Life
Do you like to create your own decor and seasonal decorations? If you do, I have some inspiration for you today. Starting Christmas crafting now, in July, is smart and helps relieve stress during the hectic holiday months. Today I am sharing a new Christmas craft you can make now. A faux tin tile Christmas tree with a peek-a-boo feature has all the pretty vintage vibes.| Master"Pieces" of my Life
Welcome, and I'm so glad you stopped by today. It's the next installment of the THRIFTED GOODIES series. If you enjoy thrift shopping and love the thrill of the hunt, then this post is for you. Today I am sharing things you should buy at thrift stores, which are readily accessible. It's highly recommended to not pass these treasured finds up. The post Things You Should Always Buy at Thrift Stores and Never Pass Up appeared first on Master"Pieces" of my Life.| Master"Pieces" of my Life
Have you heard of Summerween? Yup, it's a thing and I'm here for it. Halloween happy folks celebrate the season twice a year now by resurrecting the Halloween ghouls during the summer. Today I am sharing Halloween ideas to prepare you for the holiday whether you celebrate it now or later in October. Join me as we embrace the summerween phenomenon with home inspirational ideas. The post Summerween Home Inspirational Ideas appeared first on Master"Pieces" of my Life.| Master"Pieces" of my Life
Do you enjoy spending time in your outdoor spaces during the warm summer months? Spending time outdoors is a mood booster and enhances physical and mental well-being. All this blissful outdoor living can be easily ruined by pesky pests like mosquitos though. I have an easy solution for you. Today I'm sharing how you can DIY your own citronella candles easily and economically. The post How to DIY Citronella Candles appeared first on Master"Pieces" of my Life.| Master"Pieces" of my Life
Do you like to create your own decor and seasonal decorations? If you do, I have some inspiration for you today. Starting Christmas crafting now, in July, is smart and helps relieve stress during the hectic holiday months. Today I am sharing a new Christmas craft you can make now. A faux tin tile Christmas tree with a peek-a-boo feature has all the pretty vintage vibes. The post Christmas in July: Faux Tin Tile Christmas Tree Craft appeared first on Master"Pieces" of my Life.| Master"Pieces" of my Life
Today I hope to inspire with unique Christmas crafts ideas to help you get started on planning and crafting for the holiday season, now. Starting Christmas crafting now, in July, is smart and helps relieve stress during the hectic holiday months. The post Crafting Ideas for Christmas in July appeared first on Master"Pieces" of my Life.| Master"Pieces" of my Life
Are you familiar with Toleware? Toleware refers to objects created from metal, which are painted in decorative styles. These decorative tin pieces are creative masterpieces with utilitarian bones. I love the look, and today I am sharing a DIY for creating a toleware inspired piece with a super easy technique. The post Vintage Decor DIY: Creating the Toleware Look the Easy Way appeared first on Master"Pieces" of my Life.| Master"Pieces" of my Life
Are you ready for the 4th of July holiday? I have some simple and stylish ideas today for you to help decorate the outside of your home with festive patriotic curb appeal. Combining patriotism with stylish aesthetics creates an inviting and festive look. Lets get busy placing patriotic curb appeal design! The post Patriotic Curb Appeal Design in Style appeared first on Master"Pieces" of my Life.| Master"Pieces" of my Life
With Memorial Day firmly behind us and the summer solstice fast approaching it's the perfect time to turn our homes into a summer oasis. Decorating for the seasons keeps home interiors looking fresh, current and well maintained. How to create a coastal decor styling is an easy fix.| Master"Pieces" of my Life
A Guide to Mastering the Art of Joie de Vivre Hello, Hola, Bonjour! I am MaryJo, a vintage soul, and I welcome you into our home where we strive for Joie de Vivre. By embracing joy we strive to make all our living spaces full of happiness, comfort and love. Creating a home full of Joie de...| Master"Pieces" of my Life
Are you ready for the 4th of July holiday? Independence Day is fast approaching and if you need a quick, easy and affordable decoration, I’ve got you. This patriotic DIY starts as an inexpensive Dollar Tree hanging decor piece and ends up as rustic red, white and blue faux tin tile star charms. It’s a fantastic transformation which can be personalized to your own style.| Master"Pieces" of my Life
Have you ever heard of a Porn Star Martini cocktail? Well, I hadn't either, until I had. It's nothing like what the name evokes, but simply a delicious and stylish elixir. Although the name might seem controversial, the drink itself is innocently divine with passion fruit as the star of the show. Please join me as we enjoy the porn star martini cocktail recipe together.| Master"Pieces" of my Life
Do enjoy to dine al fresco? Summer time has official started with Memorial Day firmly behind us and the official start of the summer season is only a few weeks away. It's time to use all our outdoor spaces to their ultimate potential. A floral garden table setting in the vegetable garden creates an intimate and nature inspired experience.| Master"Pieces" of my Life
Do you use organic moss decor throughout your home? Moss is a great way to add freshness to interiors. Although preserved moss is treated to retain its luster it invariably does fade through time especially when exposed to sunlight. Today I will share a solution on how to revive faded and sad looking moss decor to it's original green splendor.| Master"Pieces" of my Life
If you enjoy thrift shopping and love the thrill of the hunt, then this post is for you. Today I am sharing how to decorate a summer mantel with thrifted finds. Please join me as we discuss this easy, breezy coastal mantel styling with affordable thrifted finds. Thrifted pieces paired with sea form creates all the casual, carefree and cozy charm of beach filled days.| Master"Pieces" of my Life
I want to share a quick upcycle project I recently completed just in time to add some spring touches inside. This urn transformation was super easy with a bit of paint.| Master"Pieces" of my Life
Hi there! Today I am sharing another St. Patrick's day decor idea. Using air-clay you can create this shamrock charm DIY to inject some St. Patrick's day festive vibes into your decor with a subtle touch.| Master"Pieces" of my Life
Are you a Valentine's Day decorator? I am a bit, plus I have become more so because of the blog, wanting to share ideas with you. Today I am going a bit outside the norm, sharing a green Valentine's Day decor vignette for the holiday of love.| Master"Pieces" of my Life
Vintage handkerchiefs are amazing pieces with all the delicate details and stunning craftsmanship of a by gone era. And yes they are beautiful, but what to do with them now? I am here today to show a variety of ways you can use all the vintage handkerchiefs to decorate around your home in different ways.| Master"Pieces" of my Life
Do you enjoy organic and nature inspired decor for your home? Bringing the outside in, is always an easy way to keep our homes looking fresh and well appointed. Today I am sharing how to create a glass cloche display with fresh fern fronds three different ways, adding organic decor options for your home.| Master"Pieces" of my Life
Do you enjoy creating your own decor for your home? Oh good, then you'll enjoy this post. Today I'm sharing how you can get the jadeite look and create you own candle holders three different ways. I shared how to make faux jadeite pieces from thrifted glassware not too long ago and today we take it a step further crating DIY candles.| Master"Pieces" of my Life
Beatrix Potter’s Peter Rabbit character is known around the world. A Peter Rabbit themed table with all the iconic and whimsical Peter Rabbit vibes is a classic favorite. I am a lover of all things Beatrix Potter, and Peter Rabbit always steals the show. Please take a seat at our table and let me tell you the tale of a Peter Rabbit table styling.| Master"Pieces" of my Life
Are you looking to spruce up your mantel decor for the season? Today I am sharing how I decorated our living room fireplace mantel using the color yellow as the main inspiration with a vintage twist. Decorating a mantel doesn't have to be intimidating or complicated. On the contrary, it can be so much fun! Join me as I share a mantel styling using vintage yellow decor.| Master"Pieces" of my Life
I have the perfect appetizer for spring to share with you today! This flower crudités appetizer platter is festive and fun and deliciously healthy. It's perfect for Easter or for Mother's Day or any spring and summer soiree. Please join me as we assemble a beautiful flower crudity platter.| Master"Pieces" of my Life
Do you love vintage decor with classic and timeless appeal? There's something cozy and comforting about vintage and antique interior design. Today I am sharing how to create a decor vignette in the foyer with brocante vibes, which is charming and welcoming with old world feels, using vintage finds.| Master"Pieces" of my Life
It's the next installment of the THRIFTED GOODIES series. If you enjoy thrift shopping and love the thrill of the hunt, then this post is for you. Thrifts are a great resource for fabulous architectural decor accent pieces. Join me as I share all about thrifting for architectural ornamental decor accents, including what to look for, how to up-cycle them and ways to style them.| Master"Pieces" of my Life
Shamrocks are iconic symbols of the lucky Irish St. Patrick's day holiday. This shamrock ribbon topiary DIY is super easy and gives all the Erin Go Bragh feels. I can't wait to share with you how easy, affordable and charming this shamrock ribbon topiary DIY is. Come on in as we get crafty and festive for the upcoming St. Patrick's day holiday.| Master"Pieces" of my Life
Are you getting Spring Fever? Are you ready for all the renewal and freshness the Spring season brings? Spring brings visions of fresh blooms and new life. Today I'm sharing a vintage inspired Easter garden container styling with all the freshness of spring and the festive touches of Easter. I'll walk you step by step on how you can put together a festive Easter garden container for your own home.| Master"Pieces" of my Life
Moss layered with wood slices, walnuts and feathers creates a beautifully organic and rustic wreath. I am so glad you are here today since I am sharing how easy it is to make this moss wreath DIY with organic touches.| Master"Pieces" of my Life
One of the easiest ways to decorate for the St. Patrick's Day holiday is to use plants and greenery. They are naturally green and always add a fresh touch to decor. Creating a St. Patrick's Day shamrock topiary adds a really special touch. Come on in and let me share how to create a botanical St. Patrick's Day vignette with a shamrock topiary.| Master"Pieces" of my Life
St. Patrick's Day is fast approaching, and I wanted to share an easy craft to create seasonal decor. Just with some pretty frames you can create all sorts of seasonal artwork. Today I am sharing a St. Patrick's day themed framed artwork masterpiece but you can take this concept in many different directions for all sorts of occasions.| Master"Pieces" of my Life
Are you a mushroom fan like myself? Well, good! Then you'll love today's post. I created a mushroom themed wreath with all the organic feels I love so much, and the magical mystic mushrooms bring to the party. I am super excited to show you how to create your own mushroom DIY wreath.| Master"Pieces" of my Life
You can create your own framed doilies art pieces with just a few simple supplies. By using thrifted frames and vintage linen doilies, I was able to create these framed doily art work pieces. It is a super fast, super easy and super inexpensive project which has all the nostalgic vibes I love.You can create your own framed doilies art pieces with just a few simple supplies. By using thrifted frames and vintage linen doilies, you can create these framed doily pieces of art. It is a super fast,...| Master"Pieces" of my Life
The long days of winter can get one down after all the fanfare of the holidays has been quieted down and put away. But you can still make for special days and elevate any ordinary day by creating a pretty setting. This winter forest table styling makes for a fun setting on a cold winter day.| Master"Pieces" of my Life
The Valentine's Day fun continues around here, and today I am sharing our mantel styling. In true masterpiece fashion I injected brocante vibes using vintage fames, some of my grandmother's pieces along with found items. Come on in as I share how I layered all these pieces to create a vintage inspired Valentines's Day mantel styling.| Master"Pieces" of my Life
The busiest entertaining part of the year is upon us and I have a fabulous dish for you to share with family and friends. This quail egg stuffed mushroom recipe is sure to impress your family and guests, but the best part is that it's fairly simple. Let me share this delectable delight!| Master"Pieces" of my Life
Welcome to the next installment of THRIFTED GOODIES! If you enjoy thrift shopping and love the thrill of the hunt, then, this post is for you. Silver plate is one of the things I always look for while thrift shopping, and thrifted silver makes great accent pieces for the Christmas holiday.| Master"Pieces" of my Life
