Upcycle books to enhance your decor
I love adding books to my decor, but affordable books that fit my style are not always available. I’ve found an easy way to upcycle thrifted books that look beautiful and can be tailored to fit into...
View ArticleMake your foyer more inviting by moving the coat closet door
Is the boring coat closet door the focal point of your home’s entryway? If your foyer has an adjoining entrance hall, you may be able to move the coat closet door for a more inviting entryway. Your...
View ArticleEasy Roasted Potato and Carrot Side Dish for the Grill
Keep the heat out of the kitchen! Jump to Recipe This easy roasted potatoes and carrots side dish is a family favorite in the summer, because you can make it on the grill and keep the heat out of the...
View ArticleHow to add English country charm to your kitchen
Adding English country charm to your kitchen allows you to infuse color and create a collected look with pieces that you love and are unique to your home. Note: I may sometimes use affiliate links,...
View ArticleGive the interior side of your front door a color update
Could the inside of your front door use a facelift? Is the interior side of your front door the same white trim paint color that you’ve used throughout your house? Does it match all of the other white...
View ArticleHow to make a decorative shower curtain without buttonholes or grommets
If you can sew a straight line, you can make this diy decorative shower curtain. You don’t even have to make buttonholes or add bulky grommets! While everyone seems to be installing glass tub and...
View Article10 Ways to Style Faux Tulips in Your Home Decor
If you love tulips and wish the season for displaying fresh tulips in your home decor lasted longer, here are 10 ways to style faux tulips for a realistic look. Note: I may sometimes use affiliate...
View ArticleBudget friendly guest bathroom updates
Bathroom renovations are expensive, but using paint and a little creativity, you can make budget friendly bathroom updates that have big impact. Our guest bathroom has gotten very little attention in...
View ArticleSix reasons to add a cased opening between rooms
While everyone is tearing down walls to create an open-space floor plan, there are several good reasons to create a little bit of separation by adding a cased opening between two rooms. The addition...
View ArticleLemon Garlic Hummus
My daughter, Meghan, recently was home for a visit and whipped up a batch of this homemade lemon garlic hummus recipe for a family gathering. I thought it would make a great addition to a Super Bowl...
View ArticleHow to install hidden hinges on 90s oak cabinets
Why install hidden hinges After years of renovating, our kitchen is finally where I want it to be. One of the best updates we made was to replace our old hinges with soft-close hidden door hinges, also...
View ArticleValentine decor ideas for the month of February
Do you like to add Valentine decor to your house? Today, I’m joining four blogging friends to share decorating and entertaining ideas for the month of love! From table setting ideas to centerpieces to...
View ArticleEasy Heart-Shaped Napkin Fold Tutorial Using Napkin Rings
Whether you’re planning a romantic dinner for you and your sweetheart or hosting a February dinner party, this easy heart-shaped napkin fold tutorial using napkin rings will elevate your table and up...
View ArticleMy Painted Kitchen Cabinets After 11 Years
I have received a lot of questions about how my painted kitchen cabinets have held up. We started our kitchen renovation 11 years ago with a kitchen cabinet paint job. Many additional changes have...
View ArticleTips for Styling Fall Scented Candles
They say that the sense of smell is most closely linked to emotions and memory. Fall is my favorite season, and the scents of seasonal warm spices elicit fond memories for me. Some of my favorite...
View ArticleIdeas to Decorate for Fall in Shades of Green, Brown and Gold
Traditional fall colors in shades of orange and red are beautiful for the fall season. I love to see them in nature and in other people’s homes, but I like to be surrounded by calmer colors. So, I...
View ArticleSpicy Baked Three-Cheese Mac and Cheese
Welcome to the Virtual Book Club—Culinary Version. I join three bloggers during the fourth week of each month to share our interpretation of a different book. On Thursday, we share a home-decor...
View ArticleA Beach Wedding on a Budget
Welcome to the Virtual Book Club! I join three bloggers during the fourth week of each month to share our interpretation of a different book. On Thursday, we share a home-decor related post and follow...
View ArticleRaspberry Vinaigrette Dressing Recipe
Welcome to the Virtual Book Club—Culinary Version. I join three bloggers during the fourth week of each month to share our interpretation of a different book. On Thursday, we share a home-decor...
View ArticleThree Ways to Style a Vintage Kitchen Cabinet
Welcome to the Virtual Book Club! I join three bloggers during the fourth week of each month to share our interpretation of a different book. On Thursday, we share a home-decor related post and follow...
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