3 minute, no-sew bolster pillow cover
I was working this weekend on my guest room, getting it ready for a photo shoot. I was in a bit of a crunch, because of some unexpected delays, so I wasn’t able to put this room together in a leisurely way. The mattress was delivered and I had to put the room...
the winner of the debate
If you’re up to speed on my living room, you know that I have been pondering taking down the curtains in the living and dining room. Yesterday, after this photo shoot, I took them down… The sunlight poured in and it was so bright and wonderful. I was...
updating the living room
It’s been a tough week to get into a groove for me. On Monday, we took the boys to Hershey Park to squeeze some fun into the last days of summer. The boys were home on Tuesday, which was a day filled with cleaning, laundry, packing book bags and getting ready...
furniture feature friday | favorites & link party
Hello, all! I did have a chance to pick favorites tonight. Yay! I really needed the chill time on the couch after packing look books all day. My back is letting me know. Anyway, the black pieces tonight were catching my eye, so I decided to feature these black...
Decor Steals Giveaway
Decor Steals carries a lot of vintage-inspired, home decor goodness, but I love the found “deals” the most. The deal for today is one of those found deals – these awesome vintage seltzer bottles… Pretty cool pieces, right? And here are some...
balancing business & creativity
There are days when I feel a little buried in business. When exciting things and growth happens, more business comes along with it. E-mail, bills, paperwork, conference calls, things that can’t be ignored. I want to be painting furniture or trolling Pinterest...
rugs are my nemesis
When decorating a room, I really struggle with area rugs. I’m sure that was evident in my family room… Yeah, I know. I still love those rugs, but they just weren’t working. That’s why I have a tendency to buy, sell and swap rugs pretty...Hello!
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- the war on bishop’s weed
So, last year I shared a post about lovely surprises I was finding in our yard as bulbs peeked up in the Spring, perennials woke up, and bushes leafed out… Read more: the war on bishop’s weed - spring 2024 projects
After being sick for a few days, it always takes a little while to assess how you’re feeling in the morning. Am I still sick? Have I finally turned the… Read more: spring 2024 projects - front garden plans | 1970 home renovation
When we tell people that we moved to Maryland from Minnesota, the first thing they mention is the winters. “Oh, I bet you’ll enjoy these winters a lot more!” Well,… Read more: front garden plans | 1970 home renovation - elevating the look of an artificial plant
I haven’t taken much time to wander around in a store like Target for quite a while. I’ve gotten used to placing online or curbside pick-up orders, which are convenient,… Read more: elevating the look of an artificial plant
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