There are several rooms in the Willow House that are getting completely gutted down to the studs, with walls moved and rearranged for better functionality. The hall bathroom is one of them, so today I'm sharing our design plan. Since we're planning on finishing this bathroom first, and will be using that primarily until we get around to the master bathroom, we're going full steam ahead on getting it put back together in time to move-in. First, let me refresh your memory on what this bathroom originally looked like... Not only was this bathroom disgusting, but incredibly outdated with the most awkward layout. We couldn't wait to start demolishing everything in the ... Read more
Introducing The Willow House
If ever there was a true fixer upper of a house that needed TLC, remodeling and updating, it'd be this one. But even with all the popcorn ceilings, stained and utterly gross carpet, water leaks, and outdated heating and A/C, we knew this house had so much potential to be an incredible home. It would need time, money and lots of hard work, but the outcome would be entirely worth it. And I haven't ever been afraid of a house challenge, so... bring it on! I'm so happy to introduce you to The Willow House! The backyard has a beautiful and huge Willow tree, so we've fondly named the house after it. Easily the worst home on the block, we are so looking forwarding to bringing this ... Read more
Moving Forward
I'm always amazed at how much things change... a year ago I was so unsure of what my future would look like, I could hardly move. For the longest time I sat there, frozen in fear... afraid to make a move, and worried that whatever step I took next, would be the wrong one. Fear nearly ate me alive. Today though, I'm looking back at last year in disbelief of how much everything has changed. In my last post I shared why I've been silent for so long, and all the hardship I've been through. And it was hard... the hardest time of my life. I didn't have a clue what was going to come from it, or how God could possibly bring me out of it and into a fresh new start, but He did. He's truly in the ... Read more
The Start of A New Chapter
What can I say... I know it's been a while since I've posted anything. And to be completely honest, I needed the time and space. I've had so much to catch you up on, but I've never felt like the words would flow, or that I'd know exactly what to say. I've sat at my computer more times than I could count, staring at the keyboard, begging the words to come, but they never would. I'd push it off for another day, hoping that one day soon that feeling would change. A few days ago, I finally woke up missing my blog. I've missed sharing my heart, my projects and my life. But there's something I need to tell you... and it's harder than I ever imagined. Finally though, I'm ready, and it's the ... Read more
Christmas Home Night Tour
One of the best things about Christmas, is watching the glow of the lights in the evenings. There's nothing more soothing or captivating, and I love the way the happy glow makes the house feel. Today, I'm so excited to be joining several blogging friends to share my Christmas home night tour. Rachel from Maison de Pax coordinated the tour, and I'm so happy she included me... this is one of my favorite tours all year. It brings such a different perspective! If you're joining me from Chelsea at Two Twenty One, welcome! At night, the star is most definitely the tree. It brings the most beautiful glow to the entire house... And with all the lamps turned off, the tree ... Read more
Christmas Home Tour
In the past, I've gone all out in the house decorating for Christmas. Every little space had something that indicated it was the Christmas season... and while there's absolutely nothing wrong with that, it all adds up to make me feel a little claustrophobic at the end of the day. It also makes me want to put it all away and start with a clean fresh slate right after Christmas. This year though, I toned things down and the house feels so much better... Instead of adding a bunch of Christmas specific decor items, I went with more of a simplified winter theme. And just like I skipped the real tree this year, I also skipped the real garland too. Last year I had such a huge mess to clean ... Read more
TGI-Friday
It's officially ten days until Christmas... are you ready? I still have a little bit of shopping to do... and several presents to wrap, but one of the things I look forward to most, is spreading out all my wrapping supplies, filling the boxes full of gifts, and then turning on a Christmas movie while I wrap. It's one of my little traditions that I look forward to every year. Please note: Some of the links in this post are affiliate links, which allows me to make a small commission from your purchase, but your purchase price stays the same. Thank you for helping support my blog! Here's some fun things on this TGI-Friday! Speaking of Christmas movies... I've been ... Read more
Flocked Christmas Tree
For the past few years, my go to Christmas tree has always been a real, live beautiful tree. But I won't kid you, they're not always the best... Last year the first tree we bought for the living room died within a few weeks, after I decorated it and only a week or so into December. I decided I didn't want to stare at a dead Christmas tree all month, so we bought another one and I redecorated it the same way. And then, there's obviously the clean up from the fresh trees. By the time they go out the door once Christmas is over, they're pretty much fried and those needles go everywhere. I decided to go with a fake one this year to save on my sanity, and bought a gorgeous flocked Christmas ... Read more
My Favorite Digital Prints For Winter
Since we have a few months to go still, today I thought I'd share my favorite digital prints for winter. The perfect thing about purchasing digital prints, is that not only are they cheap, but you can customize the size for your space... just like I did in my dining room! It's also an easy process to frame a digital print... you can either use your own home printer, or have it professionally printed! Digital prints are perfect for adding artwork to your home, decorating for the seasons and mixing and matching with pieces you may already have to create unique displays! Whether you need a horizontal or vertical print, these are perfect! They're all instant downloads, so as soon ... Read more
DIY Framed Tree Print
Well, I think it's safe to say you all like the DIY framed tree print in the dining room as much as I do! I've been getting a bunch of questions on how I made it, where I got the print, what size it is, and more! It was incredibly easy, and the longest part of making this was waiting in the line at Office Depot while it printed... Please note: Some of the links in this post are affiliate links, which allows me to make a small commission from your purchase, but your purchase price stays the same. Thank you for helping support my blog! Here are the supplies I used to create the print: Digital Tree Print (Asked to be sized to 24" x 36") Printed Tree Print (24" x 36") I ... Read more
TGI-Friday
Happy TGI-Friday! This week has been busy! Between all the Christmas posts here on the blog (are you all caught up?), I had a fun Christmas photo shoot Wednesday, and then I've been working on a big living room design for a client of mine! Needless to say, I'm ready for the weekend... and having a schedule free couple of days! I'll be sharing more Christmas decorating next week, but here's a peek from Wednesday's photo shoot. I call this, grab a cookie (or two) and run! Please note: Some of the links in this post are affiliate links, which allows me to make a small commission from your purchase, but your purchase price stays the same. Thank you for helping support my ... Read more
Christmas In The Dining Room
This post is sponsored by Gordmans. Christmas in the dining room... does it get much better? I'm not sure. As far as decorating goes, this room is always fun to tackle... but it's also a little bit of a challenge. The wall to wall shelves make such a huge impact in the room, but they can also turn into a cluttered space really quick depending on how much I choose to display. There's definitely a happy medium there, and I'm happy to partner with Gordmans to bring you a fun new display! This year I shifted the entire Christmas decorating scheme in the house and went with a lot more whites, blacks and dark greens. It all feels so clean and cozy, especially in the dining room! You ... Read more
Christmas Table Setting In The Dining Room
Raise your hand if you've ever felt overwhelmed or intimidated by setting a holiday table. If you're raising your hand, know that I've been right there with you. I can remember a time when it felt like a really hard task... but honestly, setting the table for a holiday really doesn't need to be all that stressful or hard... promise. All that matters at the end of the day, is that you're gathering together with family and friends to celebrate. And if we're really being honest, the only necessities are the plates and silverware... okay, and maybe a glass! But we also like things to be pretty too, right? Today, for my Christmas table setting in the dining room, I'm sharing such an easy ... Read more
Christmas Table Setting In The Breakfast Nook
Are you ready for a bunch of Christmas posts? I hope so, because these next few weeks are going to be jam packed full of decorating ideas, home tours and all other things Christmas! Bring it on! Today, I'm joining a group of blogging friends to bring you ideas on decorating your table for the holiday season. I'll also be sharing another fun idea tomorrow too... so get ready to have all the table setting inspiration you'll need this year! I always love to set the table in the breakfast nook a little bit more laid back. The space itself is more casual with the bench seating, all the pillows and the smaller setting of the breakfast nook. It's also one of my favorite rooms to ... Read more
TGI-Friday
I think we can all agree that Fridays tend to be a pretty great day of the week... at least I really like them, ha! I've wanted a way to share random bits, happenings and fun finds on the blog for a long time. And while sometimes those things don't have enough content on their own to make a full post, combing them together makes perfect sense. So, welcome to TGI-Friday, a fun collection of random things I find and love, a place where I share happenings around the house and even some personal bits here and there, as well as a behind the scenes look into my life and projects. It's casual, fun and probably more personal than I've ever been on the blog. Let's do this. I've wanted to ... Read more
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