MAILBOX MAKEOVER!

It's been a while since I've tackled a project, and I had a bit of time to work on something that I've wanted to do for a LONG time...so, it was the perfect opportunity for a MAILBOX MAKEOVER!
Our house was built in 1962 and I think the mailbox has been here just as long....obviously without any love for 49 years! It has been driving me crazy. It's a big mailbox, so I wanted to keep it and save some money. So, went to Home Depot, got some primer and bronze spray paint and I was ready to get started.

Here's what it looked like before (Yikes!):

Then I sanded and primered:

Then paint the mailbox antique bronze...and used a Paprika color for the flag:

Then paint the pole and ta-da! Looks like new-for less than $20.00!!

Now I just need to add the numbers and it will be like new!

FLIPPING OUT...AGAIN!

As some of you already know...the new season of Flipping Out is here! And, I don't know about you, but my Tuesday evenings now revolve around BRAVO! Fly home from work, have a quick glass of wine, chat with my hubby about our workday, watch the dogs and chickens play, make a quick dinner...all just in time for some great entertainment!

I ♥ this show! 

Jeff Lewis' humor is a bit on the dark side (I do LMAO though), but his interior designs are to die for. I had to share these photos of his personal residence (Valley Oak 2), which he initially bought to flip. It was placed on the market for the low, low price of $2.4M until he decided to make it his permanent residence! To top it off, it's nestled in the middle of Griffith Park! What a gorgeous home, don't you agree? Wish I could afford it!

Valley Oak 2 is a two-story, mid-century modern, post and beam house that was built in 1963 and has been flawlessly renovated.

This Chef’s kitchen includes features such as a Viking range, custom cabinetry, built-in Miele coffee maker (Oh I wish I had one of those), Bosch dishwasher, SubZero refrigerator, wine fridge, and an oversized pantry.

This amazing home has it all! Clean lines, open space, as well as spectacular views from downtown LA to the ocean from the pool. So jealous!

HANGING AROUND

One of the things I love most about our house is the extended porch. It’s private, covered and has a beautiful view of the front garden area. When we first bought the house, I envisioned sitting out there on a warm evening, enjoying the neighborhood and good company (okay, and maybe some ice cream). Well....two years later, we still have a bare and lonely porch. Hoping to begin remodeling the outside of the house, I've been looking at benches, bistro sets and other possible furnishings that might work in this space. Then I came across these "hanging" chairs! They are certainly unique (a must for me), and might be a nice addition out there. Not to mention they look really cozy! Now which ones should I choose? Hmmm.....

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HAPPY FREEDOM!

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ACCESSORIZE!

'Tis the season for fun and stylish accessories! I found these adorable accessories at Z Gallerie! They are perfect for adding color or a little fun to your decor!