Progress on the Kids’ Sandbox
The sandbox and its cover/fort took about a day to build. The instructions only called for a screwdriver and a…
Choosing a Sandbox
So… the kids have been really into digging in the dirt. Between them and the dog, a lot of plants…
Garden Gate Inspiration
When I was a kid, we had a dog that would escape our yard every chance she got. Each time,…
Värde Cabinets for the Craft Room (Former Kitchen)
This all started because I needed to hem a shower curtain for the bathroom and as I cleared off some…
DIY Tumbling Blocks Hand-Painted Floor
This post is sponsored by Dunkin' Donuts. The painted floor in the bathroom is done! It only took a million…
Getting Rid of Things
Guys, what do I do with this metal cabinet? It's really not in good shape. The doors don't close properly…
A ‘New Horizon’ for the Front of the House
I spent a full day yesterday from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. pruning boxwoods. That’s insane. I’m assuming it’s faster if you are a more…
A Porch for Cozy Outdoor Entertaining
This post is brought to you by TargetStyle. Shop the new Home collection in stores and online. I don’t think I’ve shown this porch much since…
Honor Roll (The Gardens and Patios Edition)
House of Hipsters and Jojotastic both just finished up their patio makeovers, and now I’m inspired to get outside and do a bit of sprucing…
One Room Challenge: Week 6 (the Bedroom and Den Final Reveal!)
Today’s the day! The final reveal of my One Room Challenge space! Our bedroom has an adjoining room that we’re using as a family den,…
One Room Challenge: Week 5 (The Lighting)
I had a knockoff Serge Mouille 3-Arm Ceiling Lamp in the den because I came across one for cheap on Craigslist a while back. It’s…
One Room Challenge: Week 4 (Rugs, Curtains, Bedding, and Other Fabrics)
I shared a photo on Instagram of the paint swatches, fabric samples, and finishes for the bedroom and den, but let’s dive into it all…