His & Her Amazon Essentials Fall Try-On
I know it's been a hot minute since we had a chance to share new content on the blog. I actually set out to write this post at the end of September and got caught up in the craziness of Harvey's birthday, Halloween prep, and a mountain of things needing my attention over at Kinder Craze. It took a month, but I'm thrilled to finally be tapping away at my keyboard to share a new blog post here with you. My latest style review is a fun one because it features clothes for Rob and me from a place … [Read More...]
Our Homes Past & Present
Easy DIY Woodburned Soap Dispenser Tray
I’m always on the lookout to free up any visual clutter from our home – especially in the kitchen. A few years back, I switched to clear glass soap dispensers to place by the sink and have loved the change. The refillable glass containers are eco-friendly and add a stylish touch to our kitchen counter. […]
Our Budget-Friendly Living Room Transformation
This past April marked a big milestone for our family: two years of homeownership in this 1925 craftsman home that we absolutely love. At the time, we were still in all-out survival mode during the quarantine and the milestone came and went without any hullabaloo. The quarantine wasn’t particularly enjoyable for any of us, but […]
Kitchen, Bathroom, and Hallway Update
Welcome back for the second installment of our updated home tour. We’ve been busy saving our pennies and slowly updating each room in the house with new furniture and accessories as our budget and needs allow. Last week I shared a tour of the progress we’ve made in our living and dining rooms. Come on […]
How I Styled Our Living Room Mantel and Cabinets with Objects We Already Owned
As much as I loved decorating our home for Christmas, it feels like a breath of fresh air to return to our simple, pared-down decor. The living room is still a slow work in progress, but it is coming along. Nearly every piece used to decorate our mantel and built-in cabinets were items we already […]
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Guess What! We’re Buying a House!
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