Living in a historic village in Illinois for the last 20-plus years, I've come to know and love the unique history of my town and its neighboring environs. That's why I was thrilled to find a Gray's Watercolors original print at the local church rummage sale for $7.00.

It wasn't until I got the vintage print home that I learned the truly interesting back story on Gray's Watercolors in general and The Durant-Peterson House in particular.

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I've mentioned more than a few times that since the kids have grown, Halloween decorating at our house has deteriorated to practically nil. But there are still a few fun themes that I can be convinced to sink my teeth into.

This year's obsession? Witch hat Halloween decor! 

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Welcome to Dollar Tree Treasures #39! 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. 

 So many home decor goals. So little time. And for most of us -- so little money. But that hasn't ever stopped me from reaching my decorating goals! Knowing how to score upscale home decor for less is my gift. Let me show you how.

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This year I was very excited to add rainbow carrots to my garden. It was a first for me, and I planted those seeds in the hopes that I'd be rewarded with a huge carrot harvest. 

 

Fast forward to the end of summer: I've realized how much I don't know about growing carrots from seed, and how it was time to do a little research for next year.  

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