Archive for July 2013
paint the walls, check…
So my porch project is in full “get it done” mode. I stalled a bit when it came to the painting but now I’m ready to finish and actually begin enjoying this room! I’ve basically been painting in bits and pieces for three days straight and it is paying off. The furniture was moved…
Read Moremy to do list…
So after some vacation time with the family I’m back and ready to get some paint on my fingernails again. Here is the list I came up with I what I’d like to accomplish in the general future. It’s a long one… Strangely enough this list does not have me cringing in fear. Rather, try…
Read MoreMy first article for Houzz…
Yes, you read that right. Let me explain… A couple weeks ago I was interviewed by Houzz for a feature on my basement remodel. Houzz is the internet’s largest database of design and decorating ideas. It is full of inspirational images, idea books and resources. If you are working on your home and want to get ideas…
Read Morethe family beach list…
Summer for me always means some days at the beach. Here is a quick rundown of my must haves for those beach days…
Read MoreInstagram and me…
So I finally joined Instagram and guess who is having too much fun?! I’ve been taking little snapshots of our summer happenings around here, as well as anything pretty that catches my eye. It’s is as addicting as I thought it would be. I’m just getting started but come follow along with me!Click here to…
Read Moreone coat down, two to go…
The porch project is taking me longer than I thought. I’m kicking myself for not getting the painting done before the kids got out of school. So I’ve now had to pace the painting out a bit. I finally got the chance to get one coat of primer down and it’s really changed the look…
Read Morefinding the perfect summer blanket…
My boy’s have matching red duvets as their bedding. The 100% cotton canvas is great in the winter. Just the right combination of heavy, warm and cozy. During the summer I’m constantly pulling them off my sleeping and sweaty boys. I usually end up removing the comforter from the duvet cover but this summer I…
Read More4 chairs and no sofa…
My family room has one sofa that is about 15 years old. Sixteen in August to be exact. It was the first piece of furniture my husband and I purchased when we got married. It was green leather, had the option of being a pull-out sofa for guests and at the time, it was awesome.…
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