More uses for old junk 2
A couple of weeks ago, I mentioned that I was working on a list of 101 ways you can turn old junk into something useful again. I never made it all the way to 101, but I thought I'd share the ideas I was able…
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WEDNESDAY, JULY 22, 2009
THURSDAY, JULY 16, 2009
The weekend lineup
Looking for something to do over the next several days? Here are some highlights from the home/garden/community front:Saturday: The annual South Perry Street Fair starts at 9 a.m. Events include a quilt raffle to benefit the Vanessa Behan Crisis Nursery, a parade, and an outdoor…
The Tin Roof's turn for a sale
Last week, we heard about Concept Home’s summer sale. Now its sister store, The Tin Roof, is holding a sale of its own.Some of the highlights:-New merchandise is buy one item, get the second one 20 percent off. -Patio furniture is on clearance.-“Red tag” items…
MONDAY, JULY 13, 2009
Farm Chicks on TV tomorrow
If you read their blog or saw the story in the Spokesman the other day, you know that the Farm Chicks (a.k.a. Teri Edwards and Serena Thompson) will be on CBS' Early Show tomorrow morning around 8 a.m. If you're like me, you can use…
Photos from the Vintage Barn Antique Show
Last week, I wrote about the Vintage Barn Antique Show, which was held over the weekend. I think I'm officially addicted to these funky junky shows now, so I packed up the family Saturday and headed to Rathdrum.If you weren't able to make it, I…
Summer sale at Concept Home
Concept Home, the modern furniture and decor store at First and Washington in downtown Spokane, is clearing out its summer inventory to make room for fall merchandise. You know what that means: bargains! bargains! bargains!Some samples--area rugs, sofas, tables, bookcases and more--will be 70 percent…
FRIDAY, JULY 10, 2009
Green mailing supplies
I'm starting to get more into the Etsy scene, and have sold a couple items from my shop so far. I keep underestimating how much it will cost to package and ship my items, though, so that ends up eating away more of my profits…
THURSDAY, JULY 9, 2009
Vintage farm charm in Rathdrum Saturday
OK. Someone needs to do a study. Is the Inland Northwest a hotbed for really great vintage sales or what? I’m pretty sure we have more Farm Chicks-like events per capita than other parts of the country. At least that’s what I’m told by my…
TUESDAY, JULY 7, 2009
A before-and-after blog
Hi. I'm Megan.(Hi, Megan.)And I live in a 1954 rancher.While many people cringe at the thought of living in a '50s rancher, my husband and I love our house. First of all, it's easy. With two young kids, I'm grateful to have an attached garage…
MONDAY, JULY 6, 2009
The Trellis offers eclectic home decor
For some reason, I always think to stop in at The Trellis Marketplace, in Spokane Valley, on beautiful sunny days.I'm sure the furniture/garden/kitchen/home decor shop is lovely even when the weather's bad, but every time I go in there the sun gives the store a…
101 new uses for old junk
OK, that headline is a bit deceiving. I'm working on a list of 101 ways you can repurpose old junk into new and useful ways. But right now, I'm only at about 50.The plan is to distribute the list at some upcoming Down to Earth…
TUESDAY, JUNE 30, 2009
MaryJanes' Farm Fair set for weekend
There are so many reasons to be thankful to live in the Inland Northwest, and if you're into antiques and creativity, you've been reminded of this over the last month.First, there was the Farm Chicks Antique Show June 6 and 7. Then the Latah Creek…
SUNDAY, JUNE 28, 2009
Creative projects and products
What came first, the Internet or the creativity that overflows throughout the world?OK, it was the creativity, I'm sure. But without the Web, how would I know about all of this fabulousness?For everyone:-Several tutorials from crafty and green guru Betz White, including turning a simple…
TUESDAY, JUNE 23, 2009
Two Women to host Barn Bazaar
Last fall, my mom happened to be in Spokane on the weekend of the Two Women Barn Bazaar, a fun event in Spangle that combines antiques, crafts, art, food and music. Anyone who knows my mom will tell you she is a city mouse and…
SATURDAY, JUNE 20, 2009
More on the Latah Creek Variety Market 2
As promised, above is a slideshow of photos from today's Latah Creek Variety Market off Highway 195. The event continues Sunday, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.You can see even more shots from the market at Penny Carnival. If those pictures aren't enough to entice you…
Latah Creek Variety Market in full swing
Last night's thunderstorm left behind a beautiful morning, so come on down to the Latah Creek Variety Market and enjoy the sunshine.I'm writing this from Chaps restaurant, in the Latah shopping plaza just west of the intersection between Highway 195 and the Cheney-Spokane Road. There…
WEDNESDAY, JUNE 17, 2009
Buying local
I'm working on an article right now about Greater Spokane Inc.'s "Buy Local" campaign. No doubt you've seen storefronts displaying the signs with the boxy green shopping bag. The idea is to encourage shoppers to support local businesses, which in turn support the community by…
MONDAY, JUNE 15, 2009
Greening up kids' birthdays
Virginia De Leon has a great article in today's Spokesman-Review about the local options for kids who want art-themed birthday parties. In addition to the parties held through the Spokane Parks and Rec department at the Corbin Arts Center and those at Michael's stores, she…
WEDNESDAY, JUNE 10, 2009
This weekend's home & garden happenings 1
If you're thrifty, this is the weekend for you.Expect lots of garage sales to pop up in the classifieds, including the big Liberty Lake sale that runs from 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. Saturday. More than 250 households are expected to participate. Food and craft…
TUESDAY, JUNE 9, 2009
Home and garden DIY ideas
Looking for a DIY project to improve your home or garden? Whether you're motivated to tackle something big or you just need a small way to enliven your space, allow me to share some clever ideas I've spotted online recently.The first five come from Apartment…
SUNDAY, JUNE 7, 2009
Farm Chicks finds
It's past midnight, but my mind is spinning with creative inspiration after attending the Farm Chicks Antique Show today. After all, it's not considered "the most anticipated show west of the Mississippi" for nothin'. Who else was there? What did you buy?I went home with…
THURSDAY, JUNE 4, 2009
How to build community 2
A friend of mine alerted me to a poster (see above) she'd seen on someone's blog because she knew I'd love it, and I do. I thought you all might like it, too, so I tracked down where it can be purchased.I'm pretty good at…
TUESDAY, JUNE 2, 2009
Chickin' it 2
I kind of assumed that--like me--everyone else's social calendars this coming weekend revolved around The Farm Chicks Antique Show. I've bumped into a couple of friends, though, who'd forgotten about it until I mentioned it. Hello?! Do y'all know how lucky we are to have…
FRIDAY, MAY 29, 2009
Frugal fabric sources 2
I'm the last one that should be writing on this topic, since I'm a sucker for a beautiful yard (or two) of new fabric. But I also love a bargain, and wanted to share some tips for finding fabric for a steal.Thrift stores are one…
MONDAY, MAY 25, 2009
Neighbors helping neighbors
The latest issue of Sunset magazine has a great article about a neighborhood "collective" that has formed in Northeast Portland, Ore.The Ainsworth Street Collective, as it's called, is a group of more than 50 individuals and families who live in the same neighborhood. They came…
Artist and crafter Maggie Wolcott writes about craft events in and around Spokane, as well as her own adventures in creating and repurposing. Her DwellWellNW posts include project and decorating ideas, recipes, reviews of events, and interviews with local artists. Maggie spends her days as an English professor, and when she’s not grading papers, she can generally be found with a paintbrush or scissors in hand. She can be reached at mebullock@gmail.com.