by Diane Wicks | Aug 21, 2021 | Projects
A few years ago, we had all of the tile that ran down our hallways, kitchen, and one bathroom removed and replaced with wide plank French oak hardwoods. It was a real game changer in terms of updating the look, quality, and feel of our home, not to mention the fact...
by Diane Wicks | Aug 16, 2021 | Projects
Welcome to Tumbleweed Tidings! Here in southeastern Washington it has been hot and smoky for the past few weeks, due to fires from as far away as California and British Columbia, as well as those burning nearby. Staying inside has been the safest option, which has...
by Diane Wicks | Jul 19, 2021 | Decor
Thank you for visiting Tumbleweed Tidings today! I am so glad you are here. If you know of anyone else who might be interested in this content, please share the blog with them and ask them to subscribe. I would really love that, as I’m always looking for new...
by Diane Wicks | Jul 2, 2021 | Projects
As many of you who follow my blog may know, we own a vacation rental bungalow in Northern Idaho, just outside the town of Sandpoint. At only a little over 800 square feet, it manages to pack in a vast amount of living with two bedrooms, two bathrooms, and a roomy...
by Diane Wicks | Jun 18, 2021 | What's Cooking
Father’s Day is rapidly approaching and that means barbecue season is here, and it’s time to get grilling! In many households, Dad will be firing up the grill and making something wonderful. Today, in honor of father’s everywhere and all things...
by Diane Wicks | Jun 13, 2021 | Projects
It used to be that my summer decorating meant a cacophony of color in flower pots and accessories, but lately I am more drawn to a calmer, tighter palette of whites, greens and the natural element of wicker. I found this cute basket at a shop, and although at the time...
by Diane Wicks | Jun 8, 2021 | Decor
Do you ever look at everyday household items and think, hmmm, you could do so much more with your life? Oh, good! Take the humble candlestick holder. Over the years, I have taken candlestick holders and used them for everything but holding candles. First, there was...
by Diane Wicks | May 30, 2021 | What's Cooking
Welcome to Tumbleweed Tidings as we are in the middle of Memorial Day weekend. I come from a long line of military family members. Both of my grandfathers served in Europe during World War I, my father served Okinawa in the Navy during World War II, and my husband...
by Diane Wicks | May 22, 2021 | Projects
Recently, I have been seeing many nods to the Boho (short for Bohemian) style in home decor. This style seems to go well with the mid-century modern esthetic that is showing up everywhere from decorating shows to popular home retailers. And while I’m all for...
by Diane Wicks | Feb 11, 2021 | Projects
Welcome to Tumbleweed Tidings where LOVE is in the air! Today, I’m going to share a fun DIY idea for Valentine’s Day that will be sure to please someone you love. Coming up with this project started with an inspiration found at the Target Dollar Spot,...