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TGI-Friday

Happy TGI-Friday! It’s been a little while since I’ve shared a TGI-Friday post, but I always look forward to putting them together. They’re a bit random, but they’re full of so many good things, including my favorite new finds and behind the scenes things we’ve been working on, or upcoming projects we’ll be starting.  Lately, […]

Happy TGI-Friday! It’s been a little while since I’ve shared a TGI-Friday post, but I always look forward to putting them together. They’re a bit random, but they’re full of so many good things, including my favorite new finds and behind the scenes things we’ve been working on, or upcoming projects we’ll be starting.  Lately, […]

A picture of our bathroom with the wall moulding finished.

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How To Install Wall Moulding

We’ve been doing some work in our master bathroom and it’s coming along beautifully. When coming up with the design plan for this bathroom, I really wanted to add some extra character, especially with the bathroom being such a small space. Wall moulding was an essential part of my plan, and we just recently installed […]

We’ve been doing some work in our master bathroom and it’s coming along beautifully. When coming up with the design plan for this bathroom, I really wanted to add some extra character, especially with the bathroom being such a small space. Wall moulding was an essential part of my plan, and we just recently installed […]

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What We’ve Been Up To

Holy cow… it feels like I blinked and we’re well into February. It’s hard to believe the last time I posted was right before Christmas, but that’s how it’s gone these past few months. Because I haven’t posted in a little while, I thought I’d share what we’ve been up to and catch you up […]

Holy cow… it feels like I blinked and we’re well into February. It’s hard to believe the last time I posted was right before Christmas, but that’s how it’s gone these past few months. Because I haven’t posted in a little while, I thought I’d share what we’ve been up to and catch you up […]

A picture of gluten free peppermint bark scones.

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Gluten Free Peppermint Bark Scones

After feeling so crummy from a bad cold these past few weeks, I was relieved when I finally started feeling better. I had such big plans for this Christmas season, and sadly, so many of my ideas were put on hold because of my nasty cold. One thing I promised myself though, was that I’d […]

After feeling so crummy from a bad cold these past few weeks, I was relieved when I finally started feeling better. I had such big plans for this Christmas season, and sadly, so many of my ideas were put on hold because of my nasty cold. One thing I promised myself though, was that I’d […]

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How I Store Fall Decor

As we switch seasons and start decorating for Christmas, I thought it might be helpful to share how I store fall decor. Over the years, I’ve really narrowed down my fall decorations, but there’s still items I like to keep and use.  Admittedly, I like to use our everyday items, but just add in a […]

As we switch seasons and start decorating for Christmas, I thought it might be helpful to share how I store fall decor. Over the years, I’ve really narrowed down my fall decorations, but there’s still items I like to keep and use.  Admittedly, I like to use our everyday items, but just add in a […]

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The How Great Thou Art Pillow Pre-Sale Is Live!

It’s such an exciting day around here! After working around the clock for the last month or so, the How Great Thou Art Pillow pre-sale is live and ready to shop! Woohoo! Over the last few years, I’ve received countless e-mails requesting that I bring this pillow back in stock. Today, I’m so happy to […]

It’s such an exciting day around here! After working around the clock for the last month or so, the How Great Thou Art Pillow pre-sale is live and ready to shop! Woohoo! Over the last few years, I’ve received countless e-mails requesting that I bring this pillow back in stock. Today, I’m so happy to […]

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Organizing

Organizing Let’s just simplify life a little bit and organize all the things. I hate not knowing where something is, or spending an hour looking for something I need. Sound familiar? If so, let’s change that! How To Organize Hot Tea March 31, 2020 April 10, 2020 Shayna Organizing Hot Tea, Organizing6 Comments on How […]

Organizing Let’s just simplify life a little bit and organize all the things. I hate not knowing where something is, or spending an hour looking for something I need. Sound familiar? If so, let’s change that! How To Organize Hot Tea March 31, 2020 April 10, 2020 Shayna Organizing Hot Tea, Organizing6 Comments on How […]

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Recipes

Recipes Filled with all things yummy, this section has some of my favorite recipes! You may know this by now, but we love scones, hence our Scone of the Month, but you’ll also find other things here too… like canning ideas! Gluten Free Banana Nut Bread July 2, 2020 July 1, 2020 Shayna Gluten Free, […]

Recipes Filled with all things yummy, this section has some of my favorite recipes! You may know this by now, but we love scones, hence our Scone of the Month, but you’ll also find other things here too… like canning ideas! Gluten Free Banana Nut Bread July 2, 2020 July 1, 2020 Shayna Gluten Free, […]

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Sewing

sewing Ready to put your foot to the peddle and create something custom? You’ll find plenty of easy tutorials and ideas for your new sewing project! DIY Tea Towel Pillows May 20, 2015 June 29, 2020 Shayna Sewing sewing16 Comments on DIY Tea Towel Pillows Ready to make your own pillows? These DIY Tea Towel […]

sewing Ready to put your foot to the peddle and create something custom? You’ll find plenty of easy tutorials and ideas for your new sewing project! DIY Tea Towel Pillows May 20, 2015 June 29, 2020 Shayna Sewing sewing16 Comments on DIY Tea Towel Pillows Ready to make your own pillows? These DIY Tea Towel […]

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Furniture Makeovers

furniture makeovers Have you ever experienced the power of paint? Well, if not, here’s a gallery full of ideas… and proof that paint is the easiest and cheapest way to transform just about anything. Below you’ll find tutorials that walk you through my process, as well as inspiration to get you started! Guest Bedroom Headboard […]

furniture makeovers Have you ever experienced the power of paint? Well, if not, here’s a gallery full of ideas… and proof that paint is the easiest and cheapest way to transform just about anything. Below you’ll find tutorials that walk you through my process, as well as inspiration to get you started! Guest Bedroom Headboard […]

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DIY Projects

diy projects Ready to start your next DIY project? This section has you covered with so many different ideas, you may need to create a list and start marking off which project comes next! We’re big fans of DIY projects, so don’t worry, the new ideas will keep coming! Art In The Entryway October 30, […]

diy projects Ready to start your next DIY project? This section has you covered with so many different ideas, you may need to create a list and start marking off which project comes next! We’re big fans of DIY projects, so don’t worry, the new ideas will keep coming! Art In The Entryway October 30, […]

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Winter

Winter Christmas, anyone? Here’s your one stop shop for all thing’s holidays! From decorating your home, Christmas tree, front porch or table, this section has the inspiration you need this season! Plus, there’s a few ideas in here too about how to decorate for winter once Christmas is over. Our Christmas Home Night Tour December […]

Winter Christmas, anyone? Here’s your one stop shop for all thing’s holidays! From decorating your home, Christmas tree, front porch or table, this section has the inspiration you need this season! Plus, there’s a few ideas in here too about how to decorate for winter once Christmas is over. Our Christmas Home Night Tour December […]

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Fall

Fall The cozy warmth of fall. It’s one of my favorite seasons to decorate for. With everything from decorating the inside of my home, to our front porch, and entertaining ideas, plus table setting ideas, there’s sure to be an idea you can recreate for your own home this season. Light a candle and let […]

Fall The cozy warmth of fall. It’s one of my favorite seasons to decorate for. With everything from decorating the inside of my home, to our front porch, and entertaining ideas, plus table setting ideas, there’s sure to be an idea you can recreate for your own home this season. Light a candle and let […]

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Summer

Summer Easily one of the busiest times of the year with so much going on, this is your one stop shop to finding all kinds of decorating ideas for your home, plus fun entertaining ideas! And, anyone else busy working in their yard or garden? Summer Home Tour June 12, 2020 June 13, 2020 Shayna […]

Summer Easily one of the busiest times of the year with so much going on, this is your one stop shop to finding all kinds of decorating ideas for your home, plus fun entertaining ideas! And, anyone else busy working in their yard or garden? Summer Home Tour June 12, 2020 June 13, 2020 Shayna […]

A Big Pillow Pre-Sale by The Wood Grain Cottage

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A Big How Great Thou Art Pillow Pre-Sale!

I am so excited so share some big news with you today, and it involves one of your very favorite pillows! A few years ago, you may remember when I started selling the fan-favorite How Great Thou Art pillow. You all loved them so much, I couldn’t keep them in stock. Then, with all the […]

I am so excited so share some big news with you today, and it involves one of your very favorite pillows! A few years ago, you may remember when I started selling the fan-favorite How Great Thou Art pillow. You all loved them so much, I couldn’t keep them in stock. Then, with all the […]

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Join me as I share several easy to implement ideas that will give your home a breath of fresh air and leave you feeling excited about the changes you see by the end of the week! 

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