At the end of last week I was very productive around the house–tackling projects that have needed to be done. Hence the reason for my no blog show. In addition to retouching all the walls with a little fresh paint,…

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How to Choose Stylish and Durable Outdoor Pillows Creating an inviting outdoor living space is one of my favorite ways to extend our home during the warmer months. Over the years, I've learned ...
How to Create a DIY Pottery Barn Finish Furniture Look and Transform an Old Desk You Already Love There is something about a coastal-inspired workspace that feels fresh and calming! We have been ...
Bringing Our German Roots to the Easter Table This year's Easter table was one of my favorites! There’s something about setting an Easter table that feels extra special each year. It’s not just ...
The Clutter You Forgot to Declutter When we think about decluttering, we usually think of closets, garages, or overflowing pantries. But some of the most clutter-prone areas in a home are the ones ...
At the end of last week I was very productive around the house–tackling projects that have needed to be done. Hence the reason for my no blog show. In addition to retouching all the walls with a little fresh paint,…
Whenever the holidays come up, there is always a sale. And it seems like I’ve heard of a lot happening this weekend. I think the Nordstroms Half-Yearly sale started yesterday. Today I ran over to Anthropologie and what do you…
Every spring, I get out my speckle paste and paint and go around the house and touch up the walls. It’s amazing how much banishing walls take when kids are around. I might had to repaint one whole wall since…
Add a little sweetness to any celebration–these paper flowers are so cute and divine, and can be used over and over again. Lots of ideas come to my head (napkin ring holder, gift embellishment, centerpiece).
Stella had her first dance recital this past weekend and I must say…my heart melt. She was such a little ballerina and really took her dancing seriously. Actually the dance teacher made her the leader of the other ballerinas in…
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