Welcome to Thrifted vs. Styled #156, where I share my latest thrift store and estate sale finds. 

I'm happy to say that it looks like I'm off to a great thrifting start for 2026. That's because I just snagged one of my best thrift store finds e-v-e-r: a vintage Pottery Barn architectural wood pedestal candle holder. While I was definitely drawn to it, I knew I'd be updating it by giving it a refresh, bringing it more in line with my decorating taste.

 

The refresh was quick, painless and just what this diamond in the rough needed. 

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Welcome to Thrifted vs. Styled! Today's edition features another installment in my Blue and White Series -- spice jars and vases and plates, oh my!  

Without a doubt, my blue and white porcelain collection has taken on a life of its own! Join me as I share the latest! 

Are you ready for a new Dollar Tree treasures haul? It's been a while, so I'm ready to spill the beans! 

Welcome to Dollar Tree Treasures #36! Dollar Tree stores are a great go-to spot for many DIY home decor enthusiasts on a budget. Stick around while I share my Dollar Tree insider knowledge with you as I find new and noteworthy Dollar Tree items that you, too, can use to beautify your home. 

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It's no secret that vintage shopping is one of my absolute favorite past times. And while it's wonderful to discover new vintage shopping venues, it's also lovely to visit some of my old favorites, like Elizabeth's Grand Antique Company in Elizabeth, Illinois. 

Vintage blue and white chinoiserie tableware is a very popular collectable. I should know, I own quite a bit of it! The actual patterns are endless -- from Blue Willow to Yuan to Jingdezhen, the last of which I'm sharing today.  

So grab a cup of your favorite beverage and let's dive into this new-to-me Chinese porcelain and its origins.

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Welcome to the fifth installment of The Mindful Christmas Home! Today's focus: getting back to basics and pure joy during the holidays - like learning about new and different Christmas traditions from around the world.

Having just visited a number of European towns along the Rhine river, I have so much beauty and history to share with you. But in light of the upcoming Christmas holiday, I specifically wanted to talk about the German Pyramid and Swedish Angel Chimes. 

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