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How to Have a Home That Works For the Whole Family
Having a home that works for the whole family is an easy — and often stylish — way to ensure that all family members feel comfortable and happy on an individual basis, while also supporting the family’s connection and bonding time. Putting together a family-friendly...
DIY Ideas To Transform Your Backyard for Summer Gatherings
Summer’s here, and that means backyard barbecues, casual hangouts, and nights filled with laughter. It’s the perfect season to enjoy your outdoor space, but if it’s looking a little tired or uninspired, don’t worry. A few clever upgrades can make a big difference....
How To Create a Thriving Backyard Garden Oasis
There’s something truly special about stepping into your backyard and being greeted by the sights, sounds, and scents of a flourishing garden. Creating a thriving backyard garden oasis blends nature’s beauty with your personal touch, offering a space to unwind,...
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How to Create Stunning DIY Marble Countertops on a Budget
After spray painting my bathroom countertops, I felt inspired to take things up a notch. I started researching marble countertops but quickly realized how pricey they can be. Thankfully, during my search, I stumbled across the Giani Marble Countertop Paint Kit—the...
Easy How to Build a Mid Century Modern DIY Platform Bed
MID CENTURY MODERN DIY PLATFORM BED I have built a lot of furniture, but never have I ever, built a bed!! To walk into our newly remodeled master bedroom and know that I have literally built every single thing in there, is an amazing feeling of accomplishment! This...
Renovations
4 Practical Kitchen Considerations for Your Renovation
Home renovations are always an exciting project to jump into. Allowing your creativity to run free as you create a space that is perfectly tailored to every need of your family is so much fun. If you’re looking into a potential kitchen renovation in the coming weeks,...
How Can You Make Your Home Move Easier?
There are quite a few things that you need to do when you are buying a home. The buying process is only the start of it though, the move is a major part of buying a home. It can come with a lot of stress and be hard to tackle. It can at times, leave you pulling your...
Seasonal
15 Top Fall Stems and Florals for Your Home in 2024
Can you believe we're already heading into Fall? While fall is my favorite season of the year, I do try to hold onto summer as long as possible. But, it's time. Time to switch out all of my summer floral stems for sprigs of fall stems. This week, I'm sharing my top...
11 Curb Appeal Ideas That Make A Huge Statement
Looking for exterior curb appeal ideas that will turn heads? This post has 11 game changing DIY's that will make a huge statement. A few summers ago we made some huge curb appeal improvements on our home. I'm not sure why I always say, "we"...because in reality it was...
Style
How to Have a Home That Works For the Whole Family
Having a home that works for the whole family is an easy — and often stylish — way to ensure that all family members feel comfortable and happy on an individual basis, while also supporting the family’s connection and bonding time. Putting together a family-friendly...
Ideas for How to Create a Comfortable Outdoor Living Space
Create a Comfortable Outdoor Space Creating a comfortable outdoor living space is a wonderful way to extend your home's living area. Whether you have a small balcony, a spacious patio, or a sprawling backyard, incorporating elements that promote relaxation and...