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Drywall & Exterior Progress at the Fixer Upper

Big, exciting things today! I’m back to share the drywall & exterior progress at the fixer upper! It’s looking so much different and I’m thrilled to finally see those walls covered up!  Here’s what it looks like inside with the new drywall installed… The kitchen looks great, and it’s almost ready for cabinets! I got […]

Big, exciting things today! I’m back to share the drywall & exterior progress at the fixer upper! It’s looking so much different and I’m thrilled to finally see those walls covered up!  Here’s what it looks like inside with the new drywall installed… The kitchen looks great, and it’s almost ready for cabinets! I got […]

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Tour Through Blogland

Today you’re in for a real treat! Not only do I get to introduce you to 4 other fabulous bloggers, but I’ve also answered a few questions about myself, my creative process and I’m even sharing a sneak peek of what I’m working on now! When I was in Atlanta for the Haven blog conference […]

Today you’re in for a real treat! Not only do I get to introduce you to 4 other fabulous bloggers, but I’ve also answered a few questions about myself, my creative process and I’m even sharing a sneak peek of what I’m working on now! When I was in Atlanta for the Haven blog conference […]

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Boxwood Walkway

Boxwoods. I love them. Last year I was able to line half of our front entry walkway with them, but I wasn’t able to find enough of them before the season changed and Home Depot sold out. So, our house sat for almost a year, with only one side lined with boxwoods. Classy. Any time […]

Boxwoods. I love them. Last year I was able to line half of our front entry walkway with them, but I wasn’t able to find enough of them before the season changed and Home Depot sold out. So, our house sat for almost a year, with only one side lined with boxwoods. Classy. Any time […]

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DIY Molding Frame

And speaking of our office makeover… 😀 I’ve been working on a gallery wall. A few years ago my grandpa moved into a smaller place and decided to down size some of his things. He had an awesome collection of frames with thick molding and I’ve been able to use the majority of them on […]

And speaking of our office makeover… 😀 I’ve been working on a gallery wall. A few years ago my grandpa moved into a smaller place and decided to down size some of his things. He had an awesome collection of frames with thick molding and I’ve been able to use the majority of them on […]

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How To Make Patio Doors Look More Expensive

A few months back, our front door handle broke and we couldn’t get in or out of our front door. Then, a few weeks later, our living room patio door knob broke too. #frustrated I felt like the door knob curse had set in. There for a while, every time I went to Home Depot, […]

A few months back, our front door handle broke and we couldn’t get in or out of our front door. Then, a few weeks later, our living room patio door knob broke too. #frustrated I felt like the door knob curse had set in. There for a while, every time I went to Home Depot, […]

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Painted Office Cabinets

As you know, I’ve been jabbering on and on about how the office needs additional storage space for my growing collection of crafting/ painting/ sewing supplies. As luck would have it, a while back I stumbled upon a beautiful set of cabinets with glass doors. I knew they’d be perfect for the office, so I […]

As you know, I’ve been jabbering on and on about how the office needs additional storage space for my growing collection of crafting/ painting/ sewing supplies. As luck would have it, a while back I stumbled upon a beautiful set of cabinets with glass doors. I knew they’d be perfect for the office, so I […]

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Scrap Wood File Folders

Hi there! It’s been a bit quiet around here since I’ve been at Haven, my first blogging conference! I had such a blast meeting all of my favorite bloggers and attending classes to help this place grow! And I guess Atlanta wasn’t ready for me to leave as scheduled, because our flight ended up cancelled […]

Hi there! It’s been a bit quiet around here since I’ve been at Haven, my first blogging conference! I had such a blast meeting all of my favorite bloggers and attending classes to help this place grow! And I guess Atlanta wasn’t ready for me to leave as scheduled, because our flight ended up cancelled […]

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DIY Coat Hanger Towel Holder

Today is Thursday, which means I’m not only on my way to Atlanta, GA to attend my first blogging conference (woot!), but it’s also $30 Thursday! In case you’re new here, on $30 Thursday I join forces with April from House by Hoff and Jen from Migonis Home to create a project for $30 or […]

Today is Thursday, which means I’m not only on my way to Atlanta, GA to attend my first blogging conference (woot!), but it’s also $30 Thursday! In case you’re new here, on $30 Thursday I join forces with April from House by Hoff and Jen from Migonis Home to create a project for $30 or […]

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Summer Living Room Shelving

When I shared our summer home tour a few weeks ago, I completely forgot to include pictures of our living room shelving!  I guess I was way too excited to show you a few other things, like my grandma’s dish set. I love that set! 😀 A while back I decided to switch up a […]

When I shared our summer home tour a few weeks ago, I completely forgot to include pictures of our living room shelving!  I guess I was way too excited to show you a few other things, like my grandma’s dish set. I love that set! 😀 A while back I decided to switch up a […]

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DIY United States Pillow

Happy July 1st! In just a few short days, we’re all going to be celebrating the 4th of July! While it seems totally crazy that we’re now in July, I’m really looking forward to the 4th! Remember a while back when I told you about your chance to win a $310 Target Gift Card? And […]

Happy July 1st! In just a few short days, we’re all going to be celebrating the 4th of July! While it seems totally crazy that we’re now in July, I’m really looking forward to the 4th! Remember a while back when I told you about your chance to win a $310 Target Gift Card? And […]

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