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April 16, 2013

No-Sew Burlap Bathroom Vanity Skirt

No Sew Burlap vanity skirt www.atthepicketfence.com

Burlap is scratchy. There. I said it.

I mean, it’s the truth, right? Yes, I know it’s inexpensive and that you can use it for all sorts of projects. Like pillows and curtains and bows and table runners and wreaths and teapot cozies and leg warmers and ear muffs and…well, let’s just say that burlap is EVERYWHERE.

But, it’s scratchy.

And, I think that is what has kept me from using it very much in my own home. Oh, sure, I did the obligatory burlap tablecloth at Thanksgiving which consisted of just laying it on top of the table and calling it good. And, sure it shed and got all over those of us who were sitting around that table but at least I could say I had done something with burlap so I wouldn’t be banished from the blogging community.

 burlap vanity skirt

But, beyond that burlap and I just haven’t been the best of friends.

Until, that is, I decided I wanted to do something to freshen up our downstairs bathroom without painting the cabinets. (It’s all part of my bathroom makeover which I’ll show you tomorrow!)

use a tension rod for burlap vanity skirt at the picket fence

I didn’t want to spend any money so I decided it was time to make my peace with burlap.

I dragged out the piece I had used for my shedding Thanksgiving tablecloth, used Stitch Witchery to make a hem and a rod pocket, put it on a tension rod and hung it underneath the counter.

burlap bathroom vanity skirt At the Picket Fence

And then, something magical happened. I saw how beautifully that burlap looked all gathered on that tension rod. How the material just fell into perfect folds and poofed out like it was ready for the burlap debutante ball.

DIY burlap bathroom vanity skirt at the picket fence

And, suddenly I became a Burlap Believer!

It even looks…dare I say…soft?

Oh, I don’t think I’ll ever make a blanket out of it…or ear muffs…but I’m sure I’ll be expanding my burlap horizons now and incorporating it more here and there in my decor.

But, it will never again be used as a tablecloth in my home. I think I’m still pulling off stray threads from the pair of pants I wore for Thanksgiving! Just sayin’…

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  1. Marty Walden says

    April 16, 2013 at 9:37 AM

    I love this! And so easy I could even do it (without my hubby for once!) Can you come do my bathroom? The tiniest bathroom on the planet and we really need to just start completely over. I’m just waiting for the tub to fall in from the rotting floor. Yeah, not good. I love being one of your sponsors and appreciate all the two of you stand for and the way you conduct yourselves with your business. Rock on!

    Reply
    • Vanessa says

      April 17, 2013 at 7:36 AM

      Thanks Marty! We love having you as one of our sponsors and so appreciate your partnership with us! I’m thinking that bathroom you have will make for some great blog posts though right? Silver lining my friend! LOL!
      Vanessa

      Reply
  2. Judy Clark says

    April 16, 2013 at 9:47 AM

    Vanessa – Have you seen all of the pins on washing and drying burlap to make it softer and also cut the smell? Word of Advice – don’t do it in your washer and dryer at home. You’ll never get all of the lint out of the w & d. I used a commercial w & d and then ran it empty with just soap for two loads so the next person wouldn’t get burlappy(?).

    That looks cute!

    Judy

    Reply
  3. Tanya says

    April 16, 2013 at 10:36 AM

    I love that it was a no sew project! I can’t wait to see the big reveal of the french country bathroom!!

    Reply
  4. Robin says

    April 16, 2013 at 11:02 AM

    I’ve stayed away from lots of burlap for the very same reason. Your sink skirt looks fabulous – magic indeed!

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  5. Jeanette @ Creating a Life says

    April 16, 2013 at 11:47 AM

    This is so pretty, Vanessa! I recently picked up my very first piece of burlap ever, (feeling so behind everyone in the burlap world). It was 50 cents at the thrift store, so I figured I’d give it a try. It did make a big mess in my washer! I hadn’t heard that warning before 🙂
    LOVE your no-sew vanity skirt!

    Jeanette @ Creating a Life

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  6. Liz says

    April 16, 2013 at 12:12 PM

    Your vanity skirt looks good. I love the burlap look but hate the scratchy feeling, too. And the shedding lint everywhere. Thanks Judy Clark for the washing tip. I am going to take mine to the laundry mat, as well. And I will be sure to run a couple of extra cycles, too so the next guy doesn’t have his day ruined by me. lol…

    Love what you gals do!!

    Liz from Junktion Alley.

    Reply
  7. Courtney says

    April 16, 2013 at 1:16 PM

    Oh you know I love me some burlap Vanessa! 😉 Your vanity skirt looks darling. xo

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    • At The Picket Fence says

      April 17, 2013 at 7:42 AM

      LOL Courtney!! I was trying to channel you as I was working with the burlap since you are the queen of fabulous burlap projects in my book! 🙂
      Vanessa

      Reply
  8. Judy says

    April 16, 2013 at 1:21 PM

    What a great way to change up a bathroom in a no-commitment way. I can’t wait to see the full reveal.

    Reply
    • At The Picket Fence says

      April 17, 2013 at 7:42 AM

      Thanks Judy! I love me some no-commitment projects. LOL! Come back Thursday to see the rest my friend! 🙂
      Vanessa

      Reply
  9. Bonnie @ Uncommon says

    April 16, 2013 at 1:58 PM

    You clever girls!! Fantastic idea. The burlap is perfect.

    Reply
  10. Barb @ The Everyday Home says

    April 16, 2013 at 2:45 PM

    Fantastic idea! And I am haooy to see you are no longer a Burlap Virgin. 😀 Btw, I LOVE the pattern on your walls. Is that wallpaper or a stencil? I am getting ready to add something similar to an accent wall in my foyer.

    TFS xxoo

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  11. Martina says

    April 16, 2013 at 3:10 PM

    I love the look Vanessa!!

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    • At The Picket Fence says

      April 17, 2013 at 7:41 AM

      Thanks Martina! 🙂

      Reply
  12. lucy says

    April 16, 2013 at 5:16 PM

    How about putting your burlap in a pillow case and pinning it shut when you wash it so it doesn’t get the lint all over. Just thinking. Lucy

    Reply
  13. jessica @fourgenerationsoneroof says

    April 16, 2013 at 6:07 PM

    Oh I love this!!!! Nicely done 🙂

    Reply
    • At The Picket Fence says

      April 17, 2013 at 7:40 AM

      Thanks Jessica! 🙂

      Reply
  14. Laura @ Finding Home says

    April 16, 2013 at 6:58 PM

    Such a pretty and simple idea! Thanks for sharing. Take care, Laura

    Reply
  15. Sue says

    April 16, 2013 at 7:36 PM

    Cute fix, Vanessa! I have a lined burlap tablecloth with bouillon fringe for my round table and like the look. Formal and casual at the same time, if that is really possible! LOL

    Reply
    • At The Picket Fence says

      April 17, 2013 at 7:40 AM

      Thanks Sue!! I have a drop cloth tablecloth with bouillon fringe in my bedroom so it sounds like you and I are kindred spirits on the formal meets casual look. 🙂 Thanks for stopping by friend!
      Vanessa

      Reply
  16. Mare says

    April 16, 2013 at 8:13 PM

    love the burlap skirt. That is really clever. We have cabinets under our sinks, so I don’t have a place to use this, but I’d love to!
    from The Dugout

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    • At The Picket Fence says

      April 17, 2013 at 7:39 AM

      Thank you Mare! Actually there are cabinets under the sink in my bathroom too but I just put the burlap skirt over them. It’s not a bathroom we use to store anything so we don’t have to get in and out of the cabinets and it was an easy way to dress it up! Thanks for coming by! 🙂
      Vanessa

      Reply
  17. Katherines Corner says

    April 17, 2013 at 7:10 AM

    What a great idea, it looks terrific too. xo

    Reply
    • Vanessa says

      April 17, 2013 at 7:37 AM

      Thanks Katherine!!

      Reply
  18. Lisa says

    April 17, 2013 at 10:04 AM

    I love this idea! That rug looks pretty cute too! I have a few little pieces of burlap on things around my home, but I’d really like to make a burlap wreath for the front door. Can’t wait for the whole bathroom reveal! 🙂

    Reply
  19. Anita @ Cedar HIll says

    April 17, 2013 at 6:58 PM

    Vanessa, you did good girl!! I’m so proud of you for joining our “burlap blog club” too!! Ha, not that it actually exists, but maybe it should. Lovely redo.

    Reply
  20. Sherry says

    April 18, 2013 at 8:32 AM

    Vanessa, I just saw the pictures of your completed bathroom and it is beautiful! I love the burlap skirt. Thanks for linking to the Open House party
    xx,
    Sherry

    Reply
  21. Lynn Fern says

    April 18, 2013 at 8:12 PM

    Oh it is darling!! Nice job.

    Reply
  22. Jennifer @ Celebrating Everyday Life says

    April 19, 2013 at 8:00 AM

    Love this!! I’m such a Burlap addict, how could I not 🙂 Thanks for inspiring me!!

    Reply
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I’m never.going.back to stressful, time-consumin I’m never.going.back to stressful, time-consuming seasonal decorating. When I think back on the years where I would feel all of the pressure to come up with something fresh and creative I’m seriously embarrassed. Truly. Because it was such a waste. A waste of my time, my energy, my resources. Something clicked with me a few years ago. I was just done. I needed to simplify. I needed to not spend an obscene amount of time looking at fireplace mantels on Pinterest and trying to figure out how to make mine look amazing. I needed to put it all in the proper place in my heart and my mind. Which meant, it had to go waaaaayyyy down on the priority list. So far down it almost wasn’t on it. And I needed to confess to the Lord that I had allowed it to become an idol. 

Yes, I want to have a home that I enjoy. Yes, I love pretty things. But something really amazing happened when I finally released it all. When I decided to not give into the pressure and panic I would feel when I would scroll through my Instagram feed. When I just laid it all down and said…enough. There was this incredible irony in it. Because, the less time I took to decorate my home for each season, the more I found myself loving the results. I think that all along I had just been getting in my own way. It’s really taken a lot of time and prayer for me to finally be at a place where even though I still struggle with insecurities and I still have doubts from time to time, I’m becoming increasingly more confident in who God created me to be. And, just like my home, I’m finding that as I relax into myself, letting go of the comparisons and the pressure, the more I can actually lean into the calling He has placed on my life. 🍂

Leave a comment if you can relate! 

#wearethehomemakers #homemaking
“As the alluring song of September begins to whi “As the alluring song of September begins to whisper in my ear, my passionate spirit yearns for the splendor of its promise.” (Peggy Toney Horton)

Happy September dear friends! While I’m not quite ready to let go of summer and I plan to make the most out of the lingering, warm days, I’ll admit to starting to think about my fall decor this year. And one way to get inspired is to take a look back at previous years. Here’s just a glimpse at some of the ways I’ve welcomed Autumn to my home! 🍂

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Labor Day weekend might mean that we’re turning Labor Day weekend might mean that we’re turning the corner and getting closer to fall but I’m not quite ready to let summer go. So I’ll just be over here continuing to whip up some super simple summer meals for my family that frankly can be enjoyed in any season. These shrimp rolls I made the other night were definitely a hit and would be great for any of your upcoming holiday weekend gatherings!

Shrimp Rolls 🍤

Ingredients
1-2 lbs of shrimp that is peeled, deveined and tail off (If using frozen make sure it’s thawed completely)
1/3 cup mayonnaise 
1/2 of a lemon
2 Tbsps chopped scallions
1 Tbsp chopped dill
1 Tbsp chopped Italian parsley
1 Tsp of Old Bay seasoning (more if you like!)
pinch of sea salt and pinch of black pepper
Hoagie Rolls
Softened butter

Directions: Gently pat the shrimp with a paper towel to remove any excess moisture. Roughly chop the shrimp and place in a bowl. Add mayonnaise, squeeze half of lemon and stir to combine before adding in the scallions, dill and parsley. Stir to combine and then add the additional seasonings. Spread butter on hoagie rolls and toast in the oven until lightly browned. Pile on the shrimp mixture and enjoy! 

#shrimproll #foodie #weeknightdinner #easydinner #seafoodlover
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I think about how often we try to do right by people, to be respectful and courteous. To be thoughtful and considerate. And it’s not reciprocated. How its starting to seem more and more like people have just given up on those seemingly small niceties. And my soul just feels heavy. Because I feel like so much of what used to be common courtesy is not so common anymore. Drivers on the roads are angrier and more reckless than ever before. Red lights being run are an everyday occurrence around town. On our recent family vacation, I heard more people using the F word out in public than ever before even while around children. Where are manners? Where is kindness? I'm finding myself being surprised when someone is thoughtful because it seems like a rarity. And that's just all on a micro, local level. Don't even get me started on the insanity in our world/culture. After I returned from grocery shopping (which can also be soul crushing), I found myself desperate for a reminder of the truth. 

*Part 2 continued in the comments.*
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As I water others, I’m watered too because it brings such joy to care for those around me. But it can also make me see more clearly the areas in which I’m lacking and be a very humbling reminder of how much I still need to grow and learn.

Proverbs 11:25 says, “Whoever brings blessing will be enriched and one who waters will himself be watered.”

Have you done any ‘watering’ of others this week? How has it blessed and ‘watered’ you in return?
“Mom, this is one of my favorite meals that you “Mom, this is one of my favorite meals that you make.” Statements like this from my kids fill me with so much joy and such a sense of assurance that my role as the maker of this home is one that makes an impact on them in both big and small ways. It’s not just sheet pan shrimp boil. 

It’s nourishment
It’s time together around the table
It’s laughing as we try to get the butter sauce out of the pan
It’s a memory
It’s an imprint on their lives 

The ordinary act of making a meal becomes EXTRAordinary. And I try to keep that in mind as I do this task day in and day out, year after year. 

***

Ingredients: 
1 pound baby red or yellow potatoes
Green beans or corn (4 ears cut in half) whichever you prefer
1/2 cup unsalted butter, melted
4 cloves garlic, minced
1 tablespoon Old Bay seasoning
1/2 tsp coarse sea salt and pinch of black pepper 
1 pound medium shrimp, peeled and deveined
1 (12.8-ounce) package smoked andouille sausage, thinly sliced
Crusty bread for dipping 

Directions:
Preheat oven to 400 degrees F. Lightly oil a baking sheet or coat with nonstick spray. In a large pot of boiling salted water, cook potatoes until just tender, about 10 minutes. Put potatoes, shrimp, sausage and green beans or corn on baking sheet. Pour butter over top. Sprinkle with old bay seasoning and salt and pepper. Mix well to combine. Bake for about 12 minutes or until shrimp is pink. 

#shrimpboil #sheetpandinner #sheetpanmeals #homemaking
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2 jiggers of gin (you could also use vodka) 
*you should do a jig when using a jigger 😉*
Crushed ice 
Grapefruit tonic 
Squirt of lime 
Sprig of mint 

Easy and so refreshing!! ☀️

#cocktails #summercocktails
There is something magical about the late summer e There is something magical about the late summer evenings. Maybe it’s because we have a greater sense of the fact that these long days are slowly shortening and we want to savor them as much as we can. I know I intend to do just that. 

I hope you’re having a wonderful August so far dear friends!
Variations of this recipe are on repeat at our hou Variations of this recipe are on repeat at our house all summer long. We’re big on the ‘build your own’ method of making dinner especially on very hot days. Simplicity for the win! 
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In music, rhythm is a regular repetition or a grou In music, rhythm is a regular repetition or a grouping of beats. No matter what else a piece of music has in terms of its pitch or tone, the rhythm never changes. Its the stabilizing force and brings order to a composition that would be completely chaotic without it.

The same can be said of rhythms in our lives and in our homes. When everything else feels out of control, rhythms and patterns provide us with stability and something that we can rely upon to give us a sense of security in a very insecure world. But, too often, we associate the rhythmic things we do in our lives as merely tasks to be gotten through rather than gifts which provide much-needed balance.

Whether it’s making the coffee every night before we go to bed or doing my devotional in the morning before the rest of the house wakes up or watering my garden, these simple tasks provide a rhythm to my day that is truly grounding. 

What’s something that you do that you would classify as a rhythm or pattern in your week?
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