The Besties

Featuring Fab Wardrobe Makeover by B and B's Nest!

2011-08-02T13:27:00.000-07:00

Check out this fabulous wardrobe makeover by Laura from B&B's Nest. I love the bright and cheery colors and fabric! Check out the before pics here at B&B's Nest.

via B&B's Nest

This lovely Bestie found at Chic on a Shoestring Decorating Flaunt it Friday party.

All my best ies,
Kate xoxo

Featuring Paper Mache Hanging Lamp by Too Much Time on my Hands

2011-07-24T10:42:00.000-07:00

This is a cheap and easy way to make a really cool hanging lamp. Check out the tutorial here on Too Much Time on my Hands.

via Too Much Time on my Hands

All my best ies,
Kate xoxo

Featuring The Lady Behind the Curtain, Lemon Drop Cupcakes

2011-07-22T20:48:00.000-07:00

Featuring The Lady Behind the Curtain, Lemon Drop Cupcakes. Don't these just look scrumptious?!
Head over to The Lady Behind the Curtain for the made from scratch recipe! YUMMM....

via The Lady Behind the Curtain

All my best ies,
Kate xoxo

Featuring Corner House, Fab Cone Paper Wreath

2011-07-20T20:10:00.000-07:00

Hello friends, this is one of the coolest DIY-paper-type wreaths I've ever seen and I've seen a lot of them! I am in love with it! Corner House gives a detailed tutorial with lots of pics HERE. Go check it out!

via Corner House

Come back soon and see more of the Besties from your blogging friends!

All my best ies,
Kate xoxo

Featuring Momiji's Madness, Frame Makeover

2011-07-10T08:26:00.000-07:00

Check out this fab frame makeover from Momiji's Madness. I've been searching garage sales for a lovely frame to do the same thing with no luck. Momiji's is perfect! Be sure to go HERE to check out the before pics. Spray paint is a wonderful thing...

via Momiji's Madness

This The Besties feature found at Chic on a Shoestring Decorating Flaunt it Friday party.

All my best ies,
Kate xoxo

Featuring Villabarnes, Fab Footstool Makeover

2011-07-07T19:54:00.000-07:00

This is a very lovely footstool makeover by Villabarnes, I love the casual grain sack and the textures of the fabrics. Check out more pics HERE!

via Villabarnes

All my best ies,
Kate xoxo

Featuring It's All in the Details, DIY Diaper Cradle

2011-07-06T12:43:00.000-07:00

This would be a great decorative gift/baby shower decoration! It's All in the Details gives a great tutorial HERE, go check it out!!

via It's All in the Details

All my Best ies,
Kate xoxo

Featuring My Rustic Cottage Life, Reupholstered Vintage Chair

2011-07-01T16:15:00.000-07:00

Check out this lovely chair makeover by My Rustic Cottage Life. Go HERE to see the before pictures, you won't believe it's the same chair!!

via My Rustic Cottage Life

Thanks for visiting! Please keep submitting your best projects to thebesties{at}hotmail{dot}com.

Hope everyone has a fun and safe Fourth of July!

All my best ies,
Kate xoxo

Featuring That Country Place, Fab Kitchen Remodel

2011-06-28T11:38:00.000-07:00

This is a fabulous kitchen remodel by That Country Place. Head over to their blog here to see lots more before and after pictures of their beautiful new kitchen!

via That Country Place

This lovely besties found on Chic on a Shoestring Decorating Flaunt it Friday linky party!

All my best ies,
Kate xoxo

Linking: Whatever Goes Wednesday

Featuring You're Talking Too Much, Table and Chairs Refinish

2011-06-25T21:20:00.000-07:00

This is a really fabulous kitchen table refinishing job by You're Talking Too Much. I love love love the distressed details. Head on over to You're Talking Too Much for more pictures and a 2 part tutorial.

via You're Talking Too Much

Another lovely Besties featured pulled from Flaunt it Friday at Chic on a Shoestring Decorating. :)

All my best ies,
Kate xoxo

Featuring House on a Hill, New DIY Sunburst Mirror

2011-06-24T08:33:00.000-07:00

This is a lovely take on the ever-popular diy sunburst mirror by House on a Hill. Go HERE to see the tutorial for this inexpensive and cute piece of art.

via House on a Hill

This besties feature found at Chic on a Shoestring Decorating Flaunt it Friday party.

All my best ies,
Kate xoxo

Featuring Hill Country Homebody, Big Cheap Art!

2011-06-22T17:14:00.000-07:00

I know how tricky it can be to find large art work for behind a couch or bed without paying a fortune. Hill Country Homebody made an inexpensive and awesome piece for behind her couch. Check out her site here for a detailed tutorial.

via Hill Country Homebody

All my best ies,
Kate xoxo

Featuring Mother Nature Inspired, Cowboy Boot Inspired End Tables

2011-06-16T21:06:00.000-07:00

Yes, I said cowboy boot inspired end tables. Kara at Mother Nature Inspired came up with the design for these fun tables using cowboy boots as her inspiration. I love their whimsical look! Make sure you check out the before shots here.

via Mother Nature Inspired

All my best ies,
Kate xoxo

Featuring The Mustard Ceiling, Before/Afters...

2011-06-14T22:09:00.000-07:00

This Before /Afters post by The Mustard Ceiling showcases many of their fabulous redesign projects in their home. (Bedroom, Bathroom, Kitchen, Living Room, Entryway, etc.) Check out their blog here for all of the projects and before and after pictures.

via The Mustard Ceiling

Please check back soon for more of The Besties!

All my best ies,
Kate xoxo

Featuring Ali Lilly, Crepe Paper rose Tutorial

2011-06-08T21:00:00.000-07:00

These colorful crepe paper roses are cute, cheap and easy! Head over to Ali Lilly for the full tutorial.

via Ali Lilly

After you check out the tutorial, head over to Chic on a Shoestring Decorating and enter the giveaway that ends 6/12!

All my Best ies,
Kate xoxox

Featuring Twin Dragonfly Design, Upcycled Bucket Hat

2011-06-07T21:28:00.000-07:00

I can't sew a thing but I'd love to make a few of these cute little hats for my boys! Go to Twin Dragonfly Design to see a detailed tutorial.

via Twin Dragonfly Designs

Check out my giveaway at Chic on a Shoestring Decorating HERE!

Check out my new discount decor shop HERE!

Featuring Crazy Wonderful's DIY Sunburst Mirror

2011-06-06T21:17:00.000-07:00

This is probably one of the best and most interesting takes on the ever-popular DIY sunburst mirrors all over blogland! Check out the detailed tutorial over at Crazy Wonderful!

via Crazy Wonderful

Keep up the good work and keep sending projects (or linking up to Flaunt it Friday)!

All my best ies,
Kate xoxo

Featuring the Adventures of One Crazy Lady, Tray Makeover

2011-06-05T07:06:00.000-07:00

I am loving all of the quatrefoil all over blog land right now and this is a perfect us of it by The Adventures of One Crazy Lady. She found this tray in someone's garbage, took it home and made it beautiful!

Check out The Adventures of One Crazy Lady to see the before pictures and other great stuff!

via The Adventures of One Crazy Lady

Come back soon for more of the Best of blogland!

All my best ies,
Kate xoxo

Featuring a Fab Dresser Redo by The Modern Cottage

2011-06-03T19:17:00.000-07:00

Oh... I think I'm in love! This dresser makeover by The Modern Cottage is just fabulous! Love the lines, hardware and color!

Head on over to The Modern Cottage to see the before pics and some other great stuff.

via the modern cottage

Do I seem to be featuring too much furniture? Yes, yes. Sorry, I'm just a bit partial to beautifully refinished furniture.

Will I be featuring more things besides furniture makeovers? Of course.

I'm just getting into a groove over here at The Besties. I'm hoping to post 5+ days a week. What!? Have I lost my mind!? Maybe. But I'm going for it... that's just how I roll. Livin' on the edge I tell ya...

Check back often (like 5+ days a week) and tell your friends about The Besties. Where anyone can be featured for all kinds of awesomeness.

All my best ies,
Kate xoxo

Featuring Pretty in Paint, French Chair Makeover

2011-06-02T19:00:00.000-07:00

Check out this lovely chair makeover by Pretty in Paint. Very French-Chic... love it! Please check out Pretty in Paint for before pics and other good stuff.

via Pretty in Paint

All my best ies,
Kate xoxo

Featuring Memorial Day Dessert by Thrifty Decorating

2011-05-29T20:23:00.000-07:00

Heading to a Memorial Day celebration and need to whip up a quick dessert? This Black Forest Cake from Thrifty Decorating is sure to impress but easy to make!

Check out Thrifty Decorating for the recipe.

via Thrifty Decorating

Hope everyone is enjoying Memorial Day weekend!

xoxo, Kate

Featuring Junkin' Junky, Frugal & Fabulous Teen Bedroom Makeover

2011-05-26T17:13:00.000-07:00

I am loving the colors of the cute teen room makeover by Junkin' Junky! The best part is that she did it on such a small budget!

Check out Junkin' Junky to see more shots of the room and her thrifty budget breakdown.

Picture courtesy of Junkin' Junky

Please keep sending those features!

xoxo,
Kate

Featuring: Bathroom Makeover by The Sunset Lane

2011-05-25T07:21:00.000-07:00

I am just head over heels for this little bathroom makeover by The Sunset Lane. It is 500% better! Loving the stripes and, how fun is that sea horse art?! Too cute!

Make sure you head over to The Sunset Lane to see the before picture, this bathroom has come a long way, baby!

picture courtesy of The Sunset Lane

This lovely makeover was linked up to my Flaunt it Friday party. I will now be doing Flaunt it Friday features here on The Besties. That way each feature blog featured will get it's very own post.

Please follow The Besties and tell your friends! My goal is to get you more exposure so you can grow your blog and make new bloggy friends. :)

Featuring a Cute Little Cabinet by Boxers, Cleats, & Me

2011-05-23T16:56:00.000-07:00

Check out this adorable little cabinet made over by Kerrie from Boxers, Cleats & Me. This thing used to be a cart that held perm supplies at a beauty salon.

Wait, What?!

A custom made perm supply cart... Seriously?

This is way too nice and cute for that, at least it is now thanks to Kerrie's handywork.

Make sure to pay Kerrie at Boxers, Cleats & Me a visit to see the before pictures of this sweet little perm supply holder. :)

picture courtesy of Boxers, Cleats & Me

Please follow us and keep sending those features!

Featuring Handy Man, Crafty Woman Stair Remodel

2011-05-22T18:59:00.000-07:00

Hi friends! I'm excited to share an awesome staircase remodel from Laurie at Handy Man, Crafty Woman.

This turned out just fantastic... I want them to come and do my stairs where the carpet goes around the edges of the treads and looks super tacky. Are Handy Man and Crafty Woman for hire? :)

Make sure you head to their site and check out the before pictures.

Picture courtesy Handy Man, Crafty Woman

Thanks for stopping by The Besties, please follow me and come back soon and keep sending those features!! :)

xoxo
Kate