Decor
DIY Shiplapped Built-Ins: Finished and Styled!
Decor
April 20, 2016
DIY Shiplapped Built-Ins: Finished and Styled!
We got word that our sectional will be here next Tuesday! That mixed with finishing the built-ins this past weekend has us just about ready to stick a fork in our downstairs family room. It's hard (for even me!) to believe that the last time we showed you our built-ins downstairs they looked like this: […]
April 20, 2016
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Other Makeovers
Lowe's Spring Makeover Afters: A Modern Lake House Entry/Sitting Room
Other Makeovers
April 18, 2016
Lowe's Spring Makeover Afters: A Modern Lake House Entry/Sitting Room
When we first saw the Freeman's application for the Lowe's Spring Makeover, we were immediately drawn to it. Although dark and dated, it felt warm and charming and there was definitely evidence that they had already poured their own sweat into the adjacent dining and tv room even though they had just moved in a […]
April 18, 2016
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Casual Friday
Casual Friday 002
Casual Friday
April 15, 2016
Casual Friday 002
What a week! The Lowe's Spring Makeover in Long Island last weekend was so intense, challenging and fun. We lucked out and got the absolute best homeowners that we instantly clicked with. I've been putting together the post all week, so look for that early next week! Although you may have caught this sneak peek […]
April 15, 2016
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Design
How To Organize Your Fridge Like a Pro
Design
April 14, 2016
How To Organize Your Fridge Like a Pro
What does the inside of your fridge look like? We are the type of household that try to get the main part of our fridge as empty as possible every week. This system started shortly after we finished the kitchen renovation last year. We felt inspired to get our refrigerator super organized and I can't […]
April 14, 2016
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Casual Friday
Casual Friday 001
Casual Friday
April 8, 2016
Casual Friday 001
I've been thinking for quite some time that I'd love for there to be away to bring more personality into this blog in a casual way. We could share and chat about what we're reading or wearing or seeing or something we bought our kids that I just HAVE to tell someone about. Weekend plans. […]
April 8, 2016
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Projects
#CLJtotheRescue Starts Tomorrow: Here's the Plan!
Projects
April 7, 2016
#CLJtotheRescue Starts Tomorrow: Here's the Plan!
Believe or not, the time has come for the #CLJtotheRescue makeover! We leave tomorrow for Long Island where we'll see the Freeman's space for the first time in person. We only have a brief time period, so we'll work our tails off all day on Saturday implementing the makeover with a few Lowe's volunteers, and […]
April 7, 2016
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Decor
Disguising Air Returns With Paint! + A Giveaway!
Decor
April 6, 2016
Disguising Air Returns With Paint! + A Giveaway!
This post is sponsored by FilterEasy, an unforgettable air filters service we've used for the past year that’s smart and simple. We're giving away free filters to 150 readers + a chance to win a Target gift card at the end of the post. We've had the downstairs painted for a couple months, but I haven't talked […]
April 6, 2016
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Art
Minted's Newest Curator + 30 of My Favorite Art Prints!
Art
April 4, 2016
Minted's Newest Curator + 30 of My Favorite Art Prints!
Today is a really exciting day for me and I hope for you, too! A couple months ago, Minted asked me to be one of their curators. It has really been a dream come true for me. As an art major in college, I really gained a high appreciation for a wide variety of art […]
April 4, 2016
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Decor
Tips For Choosing Wall-to-Wall Carpet in a Modern, Family Setting
Decor
April 1, 2016
Tips For Choosing Wall-to-Wall Carpet in a Modern, Family Setting
Our Stainmaster carpet was installed earlier this week and it's even better than we imagined it would be! We talked about it in this post, but wall to wall carpet has kind of gotten a bad rep in the last decade. And while I understand the appeal of hardwood floors, there is an undeniable coziness […]
April 1, 2016
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DIY
Before and After: Our New Front Door!
DIY
March 29, 2016
Before and After: Our New Front Door!
Our new front door is in and we have some photos to share with you today! First I should say that ordering a door online was a bit of a risk. Especially since we wanted a wood-toned one and tones are somewhat hard to read online. But as soon as it got here, we inspected […]
March 29, 2016
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DIY
Sneak Peek at the new Front Door + Schlage Giveaway!
DIY
March 28, 2016
Sneak Peek at the new Front Door + Schlage Giveaway!
Update: Congrats to our winner, Avery! Hope you enjoy your new door hardware. :) Last week, our new front door arrived! We got it installed and trimmed out and it has totally changed everything. The facade of our house finally reflects more of what you could expect when you walk inside. We'll have more of those photos […]
March 28, 2016
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Decor
An Unsponsored Review of: Tuft & Needle (& Freaking Amazing)
Decor
March 24, 2016
An Unsponsored Review of: Tuft & Needle (& Freaking Amazing)
You want to know the oldest furnishing we own? Well, not the oldest because we have some vintage rugs, our nightstands are vintage, and we cherish some passed down pieces, like our piano, from our ancestors! But! The thing we that we've owned together the longest is our mattress. We got it for our wedding from my […]
March 24, 2016
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Projects
How Much Did the Kitchen Cost?
Projects
March 22, 2016
How Much Did the Kitchen Cost?
It came as a big surprise to us that the number one search on our site is "kitchen cost." We never planned on breaking down the total kitchen cost in its own post, since we did share costs of projects and purchases as we went and also a complete source list. But also, there are […]
March 22, 2016
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Chris Cooks
Chris's Cookbooks are Back!
Chris Cooks
March 21, 2016
Chris's Cookbooks are Back!
Happy Spring! It always seems like Spring hits Idaho very last, but yesterday was a perfect welcoming in the 50s. Chris fired up the grill and made his Cilantro Lime Chicken Wings, aka the best wings of my life! We talked about our deck plans we're putting into play next month. Greta rode her bike […]
March 21, 2016
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Gift Guides!
Gift Guide: Things to fill Easter Baskets that AREN'T Candy
Gift Guides!
March 16, 2016
Gift Guide: Things to fill Easter Baskets that AREN'T Candy
I found out 2 days ago that Easter is in March this year, as in less than two weeks. Greta is ecstatic about these back to back to back holidays (St. Patricks Day, Easter and Faye's birthday) and then throw in her Kindergarten circus next week and she is already bouncing off the walls. So, […]
March 16, 2016
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Lifestyle
How We Budget For Renovations
Lifestyle
March 15, 2016
How We Budget For Renovations
I know that talking about money is a little taboo and can be kind of uncomfortable, but renovating a home actually costs money (what?!) so we're going to make today's post a safe place to have a conversation about how our finances and budget have evolved to a place where we can afford to make […]
March 15, 2016
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Art
Well, I guess it's time to address the wall.
Art
March 14, 2016
Well, I guess it's time to address the wall.
There's this wall that I crop out of almost every photo I take of the great room. It's awkward in and of itself, slightly recessed, large and blank and right in the middle of the living room. It's that far one that the fauxdenza used to be on: I say used to because over the weekend we moved the […]
March 14, 2016
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Projects
A DIY Shiplapped Built-In Entertainment Center
Projects
March 9, 2016
A DIY Shiplapped Built-In Entertainment Center
Before we start any project, Chris and I sit down and go through all the details and, I guess you could say, negotiate back and forth until we both feel comfortable with the plan; That it's something that fits into our style, budget, our family-friendly vision for our home, and that it's something we can […]
March 9, 2016
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DIY
Making the Case: "Why Would Anybody Want a Pot Filler?"
DIY
March 4, 2016
Making the Case: "Why Would Anybody Want a Pot Filler?"
Adding a pot filler to your kitchen is a total luxury. Meaning, it's not necessary, not that you have to lead some luxurious lifestyle to have it (they're similarly priced to a normal faucet). But, you don't need it. And if your kitchen design doesn't allow for it, don't feel like there are things you won't […]
March 4, 2016
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Inspiration
Tearing Up The Stairs
Inspiration
March 2, 2016
Tearing Up The Stairs
Well, the downstairs of our home is officially unliveable for the next couple weeks. Last night, we got all of the old carpet out in preparation for installing new baseboards before the new carpet gets in. We owe you a big update on everything else that has been happening down there--we've been busy with recessed lighting […]
March 2, 2016
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