I want to start a movement!  Let’s bring back the dying art of sending Christmas cards!  Who’s with me?  Why did we stop sending...Read More

Christmas is my favorite time of year to decorate!  Whimsical, traditional, vintage, modern….I love it all!  We talked about decorating your mantel here https://thetinkeringspinster.com/decorate-your-mantel-for-christmas/ and now...Read More

  I have a thing for mantels.  I love them!  My house didn’t have one when I moved in so I completely redid the fireplace...Read More

Many people find decorating a mantel a daunting task so I wanted to show you an easy way to decorate your fall mantel….or any other...Read More

  My brother lives in a 1930’s bungalow that still has all of its original charm.  The beautiful door knobs, hardwood floors, light fixtures, wood...Read More

These faux reclaimed wood frames are one of my favorite projects ever.  They’re exactly what I was wanting in the dining room.  I wanted the...Read More

  I have the secret to hanging shelves! This post may contain affiliate links.  See my disclaimer here. I love decorative floating shelves but they...Read More

  I’m a big fan of Weight Watchers. Over the years it has been the only proven method for me personally to lose weight. One...Read More

When you turn 50, people start bugging you to get a colonoscopy.  My mother had colon cancer a few years ago so I was pestered...Read More

I originally created these chalkboard labels as a cute way to label my craft supplies.  But I liked them so much I used the same...Read More

Welcome to My Fixer Upper:  The Bathroom Makeovers Edition… When I bought my current house it was in desperate need of some TLC!  I love...Read More

Cabinet staining is a great alternative to painting.  I have done both and the process is actually very similar.  I was inspired to tackle cabinet...Read More