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My Formula for When to Paint the Ceilings a Color and When Not To

Blue bonus room with paneled ceiling and Frame TV

Design

February 17, 2025

My Formula for When to Paint the Ceilings a Color and When Not To

Here's something you don't need me to tell you, but I'm telling you anyway: You get to choose whether you want to paint your ceiling or not! But, still, almost daily, I get asked "Why don't you paint that ceiling the color of the walls?" If you've never tried painting a ceiling and you're considering […]
February 17, 2025
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Chris Cooks

Thai-Inspired Basil Beef Stir Fry

A bowl of Thai-Inspired Basil Beef Stir-Fry with jasmine rice

Chris Cooks

February 16, 2025

Thai-Inspired Basil Beef Stir Fry

I'm back at it today with the Asian-inspired flavors. I always seem to lean that way in my recipes, but why would I use less flavor when I can fill my kitchen with the scent of ginger, garlic, and chilies?! Thai Basil Beef is one of my all-time favorite things to order for takeout. What […]
February 16, 2025
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Sales

The Best Presidents' Day Sales: Home, Tech, Apparel & More

Sales

February 13, 2025

The Best Presidents' Day Sales: Home, Tech, Apparel & More

We're halfway through February, and the first big sale weekend of the year is here! You know we love curating the best Presidents' Day sales for you in one spot. (It makes my life easier too when I want to check my favorite retailers!) It's a big deal weekend for major appliances, tech devices, and […]
February 13, 2025
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Design

7 Things You Probably Shouldn't Have in Your House—If You're a Perfectionist

Design

February 12, 2025

7 Things You Probably Shouldn't Have in Your House—If You're a Perfectionist

While I don't consider myself a perfectionist, I do like things neat—most of the time. It's important to me that my home is beautiful and lived in. I want it filled with laughter, joy, and life. If that means a few nicks and spills? That's fine with me. Even so, over the years of home […]
February 12, 2025
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Design

Let's Get Started: Our Primary Bathroom Layout Plans and Elevations!

Design

February 11, 2025

Let's Get Started: Our Primary Bathroom Layout Plans and Elevations!

It is time. No more false starts. We're diving head first into our primary bathroom renovation and taking you along for the entire thing. We've heard your fears--"you're going to renovate your bathroom and then move!" And while we have done that in the past two houses, (strange scenarios and had nothing to do with […]
February 11, 2025
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Chris Cooks

The Perfect Valentine's Day Menu for Every Meal of the Day

Chris Cooks

February 9, 2025

The Perfect Valentine's Day Menu for Every Meal of the Day

As homebodies, making a delicious Valentine's Day dinner at home is usually more enjoyable than a romantic dinner out somewhere. It can be part of the fun—and entertainment—to cook together too. Jules would probably opt out of the actual cooking part...but hey, it's great to have time together chatting while I'm cooking, and she's hanging […]
February 9, 2025
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Cleaning & Organization

7 Rug Hacks for Your Home

Modern traditional girl's bedroom with a scallop-edge Loloi rug

Cleaning & Organization

February 7, 2025

7 Rug Hacks for Your Home

Want to transform your home with rugs but not sure where to start? From choosing the perfect rug pad to mastering the art of layering, we've got you covered. We're sharing seven clever rug hacks that will elevate your space, whether you're looking to add a touch of luxury, define a space, or simply keep […]
February 7, 2025
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Fashion

Canadian Cowboy: Not Your Average Western Look

A mood board with cowboy-inspired moody fashion picks and equestrian-themed home decor

Fashion

February 6, 2025

Canadian Cowboy: Not Your Average Western Look

I loved seeing fresh takes on Western wear. It goes to show there's room for fashion in every aesthetic. Recently I saw this funny interview with Brett Goldstein of Ted Lasso fame. He said he recently went to Texas for the first time (he's English if you're unaware), put on a cowboy hat and immediately […]
February 6, 2025
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Product Tests

My Tell-All Review of Composite Cutting Boards

5 cutting boards in a grid on a marble countertop with various fruits, herbs and vegetables

Product Tests

February 5, 2025

My Tell-All Review of Composite Cutting Boards

This post is not sponsored and all opinions are my own. Nothing matches a beautiful wooden cutting board (our Boos board lives on my counter—it's a piece of art and sturdy as an ox). The drawback with wooden cutting boards is they can't be cleaned in the dishwasher. For anyone cutting meat, seafood, or anything […]
February 5, 2025
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Decor

The Final Reveal: Greta's Bedroom Transformation

Decor

February 3, 2025

The Final Reveal: Greta's Bedroom Transformation

Greta is turning 15 in just a few days, and it feels like the perfect time for the reveal of her teen room makeover! Shop Greta's Room When we moved into this house, we replaced the floors and painted her room, but didn't really do much other than that. She’s growing up, and she wanted […]
February 3, 2025
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Chris Cooks

How to Perfectly Cook a Steak in Any Kitchen

Two seared filet mignon steaks on a serving plate with crispy sage on top

Chris Cooks

February 2, 2025

How to Perfectly Cook a Steak in Any Kitchen

The best way to make a steak is indoors. That's not a concession! It's done in all of the best steakhouses. They don't tend to use a grill, even though that is where most of us start when it comes to cooking a steak. This time of year? I'd rather be indoors than freezing outside, […]
February 2, 2025
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Gift Guides!

The Essential DIY Tools You Need to Start Home Renovation Projects

14 essential tools to get you started on your home DIY projects

Gift Guides!

February 1, 2025

The Essential DIY Tools You Need to Start Home Renovation Projects

Every homeowner needs a few key tools in their toolbox to get started on any home reno projects. If you're new to the DIY realm or ready to upgrade your current tools, we've picked out our favorite basic devices that are easy to find at any Lowe's Home Improvement, either in-store or online. These are […]
February 1, 2025
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Chris Cooks

Super Bowl Snacks (Julia's Version)

Mango Coconut-Glazed Chicken Wings | Chris Loves Julia

Chris Cooks

January 31, 2025

Super Bowl Snacks (Julia's Version)

Jules has a few dietary restrictions (mostly gluten- and dairy-free), but that's never stopped our family from indulging in our favorite foods. With a little creativity and a lot of taste-testing, I've found lots of great substitutes that are crowd-pleasers. No need to make any disclaimers on these Game Day snacks — your party people […]
January 31, 2025
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Inspiration

Vintage Ralph Lauren Style: A Timeless Look I'm Loving

Dark blue bonus room with vintage Ralph Lauren design vibes

Inspiration

January 28, 2025

Vintage Ralph Lauren Style: A Timeless Look I'm Loving

I'm really digging the fisherman look, but let me tell you about another style I absolutely adore that never goes out of style: vintage Ralph Lauren! Remember how I mentioned we styled our last Christmas card with this vibe? It's my favorite family photo ever! There's just something so timeless about this classic Americana look. […]
January 28, 2025
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Design

2025 Home Decor Trends That I'm Excited About

Design

January 27, 2025

2025 Home Decor Trends That I'm Excited About

I can't close out the month of January without spilling my thoughts on this year's trend forecasts for home interiors! I don't believe "new" trends (none of these are anything you've never seen before) are meant to replace current things you love, but they are an exciting peek into possibilities. 1. Intricate Detail Work is […]
January 27, 2025
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Chris Cooks

Breakfast Hash with Maple Chicken Sausage | Meal Prep

Chris Cooks

January 26, 2025

Breakfast Hash with Maple Chicken Sausage | Meal Prep

Waking up to a nutritious and delicious breakfast that you made—the day before? That's my kind of morning. This vegetable-packed breakfast hash is high in protein, thanks to the made-to-order eggs, plus a really tasty maple chicken sausage that you can either make (recipe below) or buy. It's all about planning when it comes to […]
January 26, 2025
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Best Of

The Best of Wayfair for Spring

Best Of

January 24, 2025

The Best of Wayfair for Spring

The post is sponsored by Wayfair. When it comes to home styling in the spring, most people think of light, airy pastel color palettes. But since I love a moody, modern, traditional vibe, I'm always searching for decor with the whimsy of spring—but with added sophistication. I spotted this tea kettle from Wayfair and ordered […]
January 24, 2025
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Color School

The Guide: "Which Trim Color Goes with This Wallpaper?"

Julia holding a Valspar paint swatch deck while looking at CLJ wallpaper samples

Color School

January 22, 2025

The Guide: "Which Trim Color Goes with This Wallpaper?"

This post is sponsored by Valspar You know when you find "the one"? The paint color that just makes you swoon, it's so perfect? I love chasing that feeling. Over the last 15 years, I've collected a list of paint colors that are my tried-and-true favorites. I was proud to launch a line of wallpaper […]
January 22, 2025
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Fashion

The Fisherman Aesthetic that Is Making Waves

Fashion

January 21, 2025

The Fisherman Aesthetic that Is Making Waves

I haven't released my official 2025 trend predictions, but the fisherman aesthetic is one of the early styles of the year that has completely enraptured me. This trend is a departure from everyone's favorite coastal grandma look, which features Nancy Meyer-inspired whites, khakis, and soft blues. This aesthetic is your Wes Anderson's The Life Aquatic […]
January 21, 2025
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North Carolina Home

Revealing the Big Renovation Plans for 2025

North Carolina Home

January 20, 2025

Revealing the Big Renovation Plans for 2025

It's the most exciting day of the year!!! The day we get to share with all of you the projects we have planned for the upcoming year. Last year was a really big year growing year for our business side of things; with our team and with our product lines. Each and every collaboration is […]
January 20, 2025
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