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In this post: Painting a crib pink and picking out decor for a modern, bohemian nursery. Updates from Week 2 of the One Room Challenge. We have a pink crib! It’s so pretty… **Affiliate links are included in this post. … of course, I’m only sharing a glimpse this week. Such a tease, I know. Side …

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In this Post: Why I’ve never done the One Room Challenge… that is, until now… and what made me change my mind. Plus, the design plan for a modern bohemian nursery.  A good piece of advice is “never say never.” Those of us that have children, know that. All the things we said we’d never do… …

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Have you ever shopped second-hand for a vintage dresser? Learn how to refinish a vintage dresser. A dresser makeover is an affordable storage solution. Disclosure: Supplies for this project were provided by DecoArt. All opinions are mine alone. It’s the third edition of the Thrift Store Decor Upcycle Challenge for 2017. As a quick reminder, we …

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Learn how to make DIY Leather Drawer Pulls with labels for a child’s bedroom. A small dresser with curved drawers is updated with DIY leather drawer pulls. I’m a firm believer in not rushing the decorating process. I don’t force decision-making. I’ll shop for the right piece of furniture for months. I’m okay with imperfection and …

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Learn how to reupholster an ottoman with a Mexican blanket. An old leather ottoman gets a bohemian-style, Aztec makeover. I own furniture that I’m not all that excited about. For example; early in our marriage we bought a faux leather storage bench. It’s practical and functional; but isn’t hitting high marks in style. That is, …

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This post has been sponsored by Serena and Lily, but the opinions expressed are 100% my own. Several weeks ago, Serena and Lily contacted me about trying a luxury sheet set from their bedding collection. It was the perfect timing because the fitted sheet in our Master Bedroom had become threadbare. Very threadbare. In fact, by the time our new …

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Happy New Years Eve! As appropriate, when one year closes and another begins, I’m taking a few moments to reflect on how we created a home in 2016. Custom Trim-Work Both our Guest Bath and Mudroom/Laundry Room are surrounded with classic Board and Batten with wall hooks. The trim-work transformed the space from builder-basic to custom-made… and we …

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I like the structure that comes with back to school. Though summer is a wonderful time for family and fun, I miss the routine of a scheduled week. This, in turn, puts me in the mood to get life organized. Early fall is similar to January — after the hustle and bustle of travels and …

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The seasons are a-changing, which causes me to start thinking about the wreath on our front door. I’ve been searching Amazon and Etsy for a lovely, natural-style wreath and am sharing my favorite picks… ** Affiliate Links are included in this post. #1: Vintage Grain Wreath – The mix of grains in this wreath create a …

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Learn how to make a quick and easy DIY photo display with a vintage folding ruler. This thrift store find is the perfect for displaying your favorite candid pics and family snapshots. Are you guilty of never printing or displaying your photos? This DIY Photo Display will give you no excuse. It’s an incredibly quick …

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This quaint little breakfast nook, with a nod to farmhouse style, actually came together rather quickly. It wasn’t even on my decorating radar for 2016, but then we decided to sell our home… and plans changed. What an unexpected surprise, because we are loving this space in our home. Loving it not just for looks, but …

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Though we are selling our home, I plan to enjoy every bit of the exterior spaces this summer. I’ve been working outside on cool mornings, using fresh herbs in cooking and snipping fresh flowers for the house. Over the weekend, we had an Open House, and I brought in several fresh blooms. I’ve been using roses …

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