doors to the dining room & dining room updates
One of the details I loved about this 1970s house when we first looked at it was the doors leading to the dining room. It’s one of those architectural details you don’t usually find in newer homes. But. a house built in 1970 is bridging the formality of homes in the first half of the […]
slipcovered living room ottoman
As I’ve been sharing about the soft furnishings in our living/family room this week, several people have asked about the coexistence of our cats with upholstered and slip-covered pieces. Having lived with cats most of my life, I know they can be destructive and it was one of my primary reservations when we considered bringing […]
new sixpenny living room sofa
When I shared the slipcovered recliner yesterday, several of you noted the preview of the new Sixpenny sofa. Today, I’m going to share the entire sofa as well as a review of the style and fabric I selected. (For the sake of full disclosure, this sofa was gifted to me as a part of a […]
making a slipcover for a recliner
Shortly after we moved in, I bought a manual wingchair recliner off of Facebook Marketplace for $40. I had a feeling it would be a “placeholder” for a nicer recliner in the future, but it seemed like a good tester piece. We could see how much we used it, see how it fit in the […]
one of my secrets to a productive day & Brooklinen Labor Day sale
Disclosure: This post is sponsored by Brooklinen, who is currently running a 20% Labor Day sale now through September 6, 2023. As always, all words and opinions are honest and my own. I’m often asked about my daily schedule and how I get so much accomplished. A part of it is that I am a […]
antique pine cabinet in the foyer
I picked up a charming antique pine cabinet at the Lucketts Spring Market and, because the house was in upheaval from the kitchen renovation still, it went straight into the garage. It occurred to me today that I haven’t properly shared where it ended up here on the blog, so that’s what I’m doing today. […]
a little shelf tweaking
We finally started school in our neck of the woods, which is both cause for celebration and mourning. I am excited for the rhythm that comes with the routine school days force us into. I find I am more focused and productive within that framework. I also enjoy having the house to myself so I […]
fall Walmart fashion | classic blue & white staples
Disclosure: This post is sponsored by Walmart. As always, all words and opinions expressed are honest and my own. blue star sweater | white tie blouse | gold tunic sweater | jeans | striped shirt | ballet flats | navy sweater | olive stripe sweater We moved into our house almost a year ago! Can […]