Most people go through life pretty unhappy with their career or job. I have to admit I have been in that majority since I graduated college. There have always been specific aspects of a job that I have loved, but overall a blah feeling pretty much describes my work history. When I started this blog almost a year ago, I did it as a creative escape from my everyday life. As the year progressed, the blog opened doors for me that I really never dreamed would come true including n

We are one week away from the next Vintage Street Market in Grand Rapids, Michigan. Bailey & James is excited to share more lovely treasures with you and your home. Today I have a fabulous bench facelift to share and a little preview of what you will find at the booth on June 14. I picked up this lovely bench while doing some thrifting therapy. It was pretty beat up, but had solid bones. I always inspect my furniture purchases for two things: 1. Is it sturdy? If it's not, in