Hi lovelies,

I hope you are having a GREAT week thus far. I am popping in to share a quick and easy unconventional lamp makeover today. Before I get to the makeover, I need to bring you up to speed on what was happening. I guess you can call it a mini backstory.

During the lockdown, I made a list of several manageable tasks I would complete, while we were stuck inside. The first thing on the list was to create an office space. So, I looked around my modest apartment and carved out a tiny area in front of my living room window, and my office was born! I chose this spot because of the golf course view, and for the sunlight that pours in all day.

My new office consisted of a beat-up desk, an uncomfortable chair, and a lamp without a shade. Talk about roughing it. Even though the office was in a sad state, I wasn’t concerned because I had the basics. I figured I would get around to making it functional/pretty later.

The desk was a freebie. I know it looks dismal now but I have a few tricks up my sleeve. I will give you the details in a later post, so stay tuned!

I found this chair at a yard sale several years ago, for $5. I love the look/style of the chair. However, this is not a chair you should be sitting in for several hours a day. Guys, after sitting in this chair, I felt like the Tin Man on the Wizard of Oz. Every part of my body was stiff!

Are you ready for the quick and easy lamp makeover? And all the readers nodded yes! lol. Ok, I had the lamp but it was in desperate need of a lampshade. I couldn’t go shopping because all the stores were closed. I saw several lampshades online that I liked but I didn’t purchase one. They cost more than I was willing to spend.

What could I use in place of a lamp shade? The answer to that question was in my kitchen. I decided to use…

I wasn’t for sure if the idea of using the fruit basket as a shade would work. However, it was worth a try.

The first thing I did was create a groove by separating the strands in the center of the basket.

Next, I cut out two small pieces of cardboard, to help stabilize my newly found shade.

I knew the lampshade would not be perfectly centered. Oh well! But I placed the basket as close to the center as possible. Lastly, I added the other piece of cardboard and the finial! Not too shabby huh?

I love the look of the lamp. What do you think about my little makeover?

Chat soon,

Zsa Zsa

Hello all,

Can you believe the year is half over? Wow, where did the time go? I am sitting at my desk, enjoying the nice weather and reminiscing about all the things I did in past years during this time of year. Late spring and early summer were the months we spent trimming back bushes/trees, planting flowers, and throwing mulch. Even though it was hard work, we enjoyed being outside and bringing our curb appeal up to par.

The cranking of the lawnmower was a sure sign that all our hard work was coming to a close. However, when the sprinklers came on, it was time to relax with a tall glass of lemonade and admire our handy work.

I always looked forward to the following day because this was the icing on the cake day. Once the sidewalk, windows, and front doors sparkled, I could hang my DIY WREATHS! I loved this part of the process because no one else in my neighborhood or anywhere else would have wreaths like mine since I created them myself!

Now that I live in an apartment, the most I can do outside is plant a few flowers in pots and create seasonal wreaths for my front door. On occasion, I do drive through beautifully manicured neighborhoods and enjoy the fruits of someone else labor. Other times, I spend countless hours searching the web admiring picture-perfect curb appeal from around the world.

This year I didn’t do any of the things mentioned above, except for creating a few wreaths for myself, friends, and family. Keep scrolling to see some of my latest creations!

Enjoy the pics!

My daughter is a huge fan of my wreaths. She hung this wreath proudly for several years. She was crushed when critters took lodging in her storage facility, and ate the wreath for lunch!

So I came to the rescue with this replacement. Since she loves purple it was a keeper! Eventually she will add the family initial.

This is my first year round wreath. This wreath is the perfect solution for when I am short on time. I am thinking about adding a wreath sign. I saw a few signs on Etsy that caught my eye. What do you think?

A friend asked if I could create a wreath similar to one she found on Pinterest. This is my rendition of the wreath. Sorry, I don’t have the inspiration photo.

Do you purchase or make your own wreaths? I’d love to know!

Chat soon,

Zsa Zsa