About Me
Welcome, I am so happy you are here!
Want to reach out? Contact me at cindydiybeautify (at) gmail (dot) com.
If creating a beautiful home seems out of reach, I hope I can inspire you to see that it's not really about what's in your wallet, but how you approach decorating. Some of my favorite items were found at thrift stores, barn sales, Craigslist, and even the side of the road! A beautiful home on a budget is do-able my friend, and I'm here to help you achieve your home goals!
If you're new here, I'm Cindy, a wife of 32 years, mom to 3 grown kiddos and
our cute little furball Millie. I love that first morning sip of creamy
coffee, I love crisp mountain air and spending all day reading a good book! I
grew up in Canada, met my American hubby at college, and wound up moving south
of the border to the US a few years after getting married!
Jesus is my source, my hope and the author of my journey. If you ever have
questions or prayer requests, don't hesitate to reach out! Life is hard. Jesus
makes it worth living ❤
Our journey
Mr DIY and I met at Bible college in Canada. He was a youth pastor for many
years before becoming a family pastor. I am a homebody who never wanted to
move but God had other plans for us. We've lived in Niagara Falls, Canada,
California, Oregon, Florida, Tennessee, Texas and now Mississippi.
Our kids were all born in different states and we are so proud of them and
thankful for the mature adults they've grown into! After nearly 30 years
working in churches, Mr DIY was laid off due to the pandemic. We made the
decision to move closer to family, and planned to move back to TN but wound up
in a rental at the top of MS!
The last couple years have seen a lot of transition - our oldest got married,
our youngest moved away and got engaged and then married, and our middle son
just moved away too to start his career - so we're recent empty nesters.
I'll be honest that during all our recent transitions, there have been times
my faith has been shaken and I struggle to conceive of what the future could
possibly hold for us. I've been spending more time in God's word this year,
and I know three things to be true...
He always loves me and is always faithful, He always provides, and my
security needs to be firmly rooted in Him, rather than a physical home. I'm so thankful that God is good, all the time, even when I can't see it!
When I trust him with all the things, he provides peace and sustains me.
What this blog is about
This blog is a journey about making any ordinary home just a little more
beautiful. As I share my furniture updates, room makeovers, craft tutorials, decorating shortcuts and budget saving tips for making your house beautiful
too, I hope you walk away feeling encouraged, inspired, blessed and motivated
to try some of these ideas in your own home!
I see a home as a blank canvas for me to try new ideas, and yes I've had a few
failures along the way! My style continues to evolve but my love of creating
is a part of who I am. And creating a welcoming, inviting home for family and
guests is my passion.
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Want to reach out? Contact me at cindydiybeautify (at) gmail (dot) com.
A word about those annoying ads
I know they can be intrusive and I apologize. The thing is, they provide an
income so that I'm free to stay home and do what I love to do - create,
decorate and document it all here for you. I don't charge you to watch my
videos and read my tutorials so I hope you'll be able to see past the ads to
my awesome content! Consider this site as a visual online magazine (they
have pages of ads too!) and appreciate the energy that I put into creating
free content for you
❤
Published
I'm thrilled to have my projects featured in these publications!
let's create something beautiful!
Just found your blog-love it! I am in West TN, what part of TN are you in?
ReplyDeleteHi Sheila, we are in Hendersonville. I am so glad you enjoy my blog :)
DeleteAnother country girl! I'm a transplant out here but I love it! I'm so excited to be a new follower, Cindy! Your projects are adorable!!
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You are so kind!! I'm so happy to have a new follower! YAY :) I do love TN, the colors are beautiful....can't wait for the cool weather to arrive!
DeleteHi Cindy! Looking forward to following your blog and your projects! Stop by my blog when you get a chance.
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Hi Cindy, I just found your Blog and look forward to more of your posts, you are an inspiration, I love doing the same DIY, thrifting, garage sales, anything cheap. We live in So. Fla & can't wait to move to your part of the South. Pam
ReplyDeleteThank you for your sweet comments!
DeleteHi Cindy my daughter asked me to do the Graduation Wreath for my grandson's graduation brunch. I love scrapbooking but this entails other ideas. When I looked up your website I was happy to see written instructions on how to do one. I know I will be become a devoted follower of yours. I also love Jesus, he is the one and only one to be true to us. God Bless. Ana
ReplyDeleteThank you Ana, I'm so happy you found the tutorial helpful! And I'm always happy to have a new follower!
DeleteSaw you dark living room painted ?white? or what white by professional painters; that is out of the question but am curious about which paint, which white-ish colour. Thank you.
ReplyDeleteWe used Sherwin Williams Repose Gray for the panels and we have a creamy white for our trim! We've actually used this lighter gray color throughout our home and love it!
DeleteMy son and his wife just moved from Texas to Tennessee, just a little East of Memphis and South of Nashville. They are loving it. I am planning a trip back to see them in October. Love your decorating style, and I have been a DIY/crafter for many years. If I can see it, I can make it kind of gal. Wishing you the best in your move, and prayers that you will get the home you have chosen.
ReplyDeleteThanks so much Jill, what a small world! We are still waiting to hear about the house, it's certainly testing my faith (and my nerves!)
DeleteNot too far from Hendersonville myself. Mooresville, NC to be exact. I haven’t been to that area yet but very close. It’s quite pretty up that way. Never got into the blogging thing but I sure love to decorate! I too have had a love since I was a child. I have been and still am obsessed! We got married in 1996 so just a few years after you and also have 3 children. Mine have been out of the house for many years now and all have families of their own. I have 7 grandchildren that I just love more than anything but don’t live near any of them except for 1 that comes and lives with me over the summer while taking his summer break from college. He and another granddaughter actually lived with us most of their lives as well as my daughter who divorced young. I am actually in my forever home now and still redecorate all the time! Life wouldn’t be the same if I wasn’t changing something! Good luck with your move and welcome home!
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DeleteWe know exactly where you moved and our kids are right next door in Olive Branch! I know you will have fun exploring the history and craft/antique stores in your new area! Your projects are all very beautiful and show your love in each one!
ReplyDeleteThank you! It's such a pretty area, we are really enjoying it!
DeleteJust came upon your site as I was looking for DIY Fall Decor. Your testimony is inspiring and I agree, God is faithful!
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