My Backyard Reveal with Sources
Just when my husband and I were growing somewhat smug, feeling we had somehow played the system by selling our new construction cottage in cookie-cutter suburbia for a fixer upper home on…
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DIY Cow Skull Sculpture for $10
Hope all of you fabulous mamas out there had a wonderful Mother’s Day weekend. Today, I am going to show you how to make a faux cow (or technically steer)…
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How I Renovated My 1980’s Kitchen on a Crazy Low Budget
One of the driving forces of my blog, since its inception, has been to empower women. I want to inspire all of my awesome readers to live fulfilling, inspired lives in beautiful…
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No Sew Wall Hanging Under $10 – DIY
At times, I must admit that my inability to sew makes me feel like a DIY phony. But when I find short-cuts (ways to avoid sewing), I can’t help but…
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DIY Custom Mudroom for Under $200 Reveal
This is a sponsored post written in conjunction with Minted. All opinions are 100% mine. Ever scrolled through Pinterest lusting after gorgeous mudrooms with built-in benches and custom millwork?… Or…
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My Painted Countertops: Two Years Later
Do any of you remember that time I painted my cultured marble countertops with epoxy paint? Well, this month marks two years that I have lived with my painted countertops…
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DIY Mid-Century Modern Plant Stand with Wood Legs
One of my goals for the new year is to incorporate more greenery into my home decor- not only because plants have air-purifying properties, but because Pantone has declared green to be the…
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DIY Cone Pendant Lights
I am super stoked to be sharing these DIY cone pendants with you guys today. Not only were they super easy to make, I was able to purchase the materials…
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DIY: Oversized Wall Art for $50
There is nothing like oversized, canvas art to make your home look refined and cultured. While I often say the bigger the better (mainly referring to my hair, jewelry or…
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Beginner’s Guide to Buying a Fixer Upper: Surpising Lessons Learned
For those of you familiar with my blog, you probably know the foundation of this site originates from me selling my new construction home for a fixer upper ( you newbies…
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Easy Marbled Christmas Ornament DIY
Looking for a super easy and cheap take on Christmas ornaments? Well have I got a fun, holiday craft for you with these DIY marbled indigo ornaments. Be sure to…
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Beginner’s Guide: Gallery Wall on a Budget
For the longest time, I have wanted to display a gallery wall in the hallway of my home. I love the idea of displaying a little piece of my family’s…
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What No One Tells You About Starting a Blog
I cannot believe I am approaching the one year anniversary of my blog. It is crazy to think that within 12 months, I started a blog, a business and gave…
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Indigo Abstract Art DIY
So I know it’s October and I should be gracing you with fall inspiration posts and Halloween crafts, but I have to keep it real…. Ya’ll know I am not…
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How to Paint Over Dingy Grout – DIY Gray Grout
If I ever took the time to devise an inventory of worst home decor ideas ever, I think white floor grout would be close to the top of that list…
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Creating a Kid- Friendly Dining room
Hello friends! After a self-imposed maternity leave, it feels so good to be back. While I have been busy balancing life with a two year old plus a two month…
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How to Make Kitchen Cabinets Taller
Not only do kitchen cabinets play a vital role in the functionality of your home, they actually impose a major impact on your kitchen’s appearance. In case you have been living…
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Beadboard Planks Over Popcorn Ceiling DIY
Looking for a way to cover those outdated, popcorn ceilings while also adding character to your room? You can install beadboard planking directly on top of your textured ceilings. This…
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Double Pantry Barn Door DIY – Under $90
I am so happy to finally share with you my barn door DIY for replacing boring bi-fold doors . Built for my pantry, I would have loved a true barn door on…
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How to Paint Cultured Marble Countertops
Let me tell ya’ll about the time I painted the cultured marble countertops in my bathroom. You see, my bathroom countertops were a lovely, 1980’s beige- almond color. I begged my husband…
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Wood Beam Mantel DIY
Looking to add some warm, rustic vibes to your brick fireplace? A wood beam mantel is a great place to start. This DIY mantel makeover took only about 2 hours…
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How I Sold My House in 3 Days: Above List Price
New Year’s day 2015, my husband and I decided to place a contingency offer on a run-down ranch home. Reality quickly set in….in order to get our fixer upper, we…
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Transforming My Bathroom Vanity With Gel Stain
With outdated hardware and a yellow-ish finish, all of my bathroom vanities needed a makeover.Seeing what an ordeal it was to paint my kitchen cabinets with oil paint, however, I was looking for an…
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Bathroom Makeover DIY Under $800
My hallway bathroom was the first of three bathrooms we transformed. This DIY makeover was completed under $800. We tiled the floors with faux marble tile (grey grout), painted the…
