DIY
What's the difference between polished nickel, chrome, pewter, brushed nickel, satin nickel and stainless steel? (We got you)
DIY
January 10, 2024
What's the difference between polished nickel, chrome, pewter, brushed nickel, satin nickel and stainless steel? (We got you)
Q: What's the difference between polished nickel, chrome, pewter, brushed nickel, satin nickel and stainless steel? A: I'm so glad you asked. Silver is having a real moment this year (see all my trend predictions here), and there are so many ways to incorporate it into your home. When we talk about "silvers" in interiors, […]
January 10, 2024
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Design
2024 Home Decor Trends that I'm very into
Design
January 8, 2024
2024 Home Decor Trends that I'm very into
It's the season for trend forecasting of all kinds, including home decor trends. And while I'm not a fan of declaring anything is "out", when you are embarking on a new project, that costs money and takes time, it's kind of nice to see what's up and coming! I think the wonderful thing about trends […]
January 8, 2024
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Chris Cooks
Mexican Spiced Chicken Bowls - High Protein Meal Prep
Chris Cooks
January 7, 2024
Mexican Spiced Chicken Bowls - High Protein Meal Prep
Striped Dish Towel | Glass Food Containers No matter what time of year is it, we could all use a little more time. And when things get busy, sticking to health goals gets tricky. But with this simple meal prep idea, you can have a week's worth of high protein meals with no dairy, no […]
January 7, 2024
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Holiday
2023 Christmas Recap: What we gave, what we got, what we did and how low energy was the best energy.
Holiday
January 6, 2024
2023 Christmas Recap: What we gave, what we got, what we did and how low energy was the best energy.
Although the Christmas decorations have all been packed away, we're still on a high from our holiday break. It was a pretty special year, not only because it was my parents' first Christmas in North Carolina, but Chris's parents decided to fly out for a week, as well! My in-laws stayed in our guest house […]
January 6, 2024
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budget breakdown
Money Habits to Plan and Save for Renovations - or Anything, Really
budget breakdown
January 4, 2024
Money Habits to Plan and Save for Renovations - or Anything, Really
This post is sponsored by YNAB Something we hear often is "This is great for you, but I can't afford to renovate." I remember feeling that way when I was looking at inspiration photos from our basement apartment. This entire blog was built out of us DIYing just about everything, because we barely had two […]
January 4, 2024
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DIY
The Big 2024 Home Projects on our list
DIY
January 3, 2024
The Big 2024 Home Projects on our list
Happy New Year!! Even through we have taken the last couple weeks offline, Chris and I have been talking non-stop about what projects we're excited about around the house. (We put out a project list every year in January and look back at the end of the year to see how we did.) Here's the […]
January 3, 2024
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Chris Cooks
Our 10 Most Popular Recipes From This Year
Chris Cooks
December 31, 2023
Our 10 Most Popular Recipes From This Year
Scrolling back through a year of recipes, I'm really excited about where I am with my cooking. I feel like 2023 was the year I really embraced everything I've learned around cooking for food restrictions, creating a mix of original dishes, as well as remixing a few classics to be more allergy-friendly. And as much […]
December 31, 2023
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Projects
The 9 Room Reveals we shared in 2023
Projects
December 22, 2023
The 9 Room Reveals we shared in 2023
This year, we didn't tackle all of the projects that hoped to (you can see our project predictions in this post), but we did manage to squeak out NINE reveals. Some of these were off-site. Some were small makeovers and some were larger scale. Let's dive in and see how many you remember, and maybe […]
December 22, 2023
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Best Of
The 16 Products that won 2023
Best Of
December 21, 2023
The 16 Products that won 2023
Side Table | Acrylic Bookstand | Candle Warmer | Picture Frame | CLJ x Lola Blanket | Tabletop Tree | Candlesticks | Wooden Beads 1. Neck Pillow | $59 2023 gave me a literal crick in my neck. FOR MONTHS. (I went to the doctor and it was stress related. kewl) This pillow has been […]
December 21, 2023
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DIY
Reveal: The Powder Bath with Roman Clay walls and peel and stick flooring
DIY
December 20, 2023
Reveal: The Powder Bath with Roman Clay walls and peel and stick flooring
We've done quite a bit this year, but we wanted to share one last project we completed before signing off for the year: the upstairs powder bath in the playroom! We finished it! The project started for a silly reason because I really wanted to try Roman Clay somewhere in our house and I really […]
December 20, 2023
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Lifestyle
2023 in review: This year was so different
Lifestyle
December 18, 2023
2023 in review: This year was so different
In 2024, we are celebrating 15 years of Chris Loves Julia. It's a huge milestone and, to be honest, there was a time this year when I didn't know if we were going to make it to that bench mark. Not because there was anything at risk with our relationship, or our brand or opportunities […]
December 18, 2023
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Chris Cooks
The Best Prime Rib Recipe You Should Totally Make
Chris Cooks
December 17, 2023
The Best Prime Rib Recipe You Should Totally Make
Making prime rib feels difficult, doesn't it? Just the sound of it is intimidating. Two obvious reasons for that are how expensive it is (hate to mess up an $80 6lb roast!) and how complicated most recipes are. Everyone seems to have this trick or that to make the best prime rib recipe, but how […]
December 17, 2023
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Gift Guides!
Last Minute Gift Guide: Something for everyone that will arrive in time!
Gift Guides!
December 15, 2023
Last Minute Gift Guide: Something for everyone that will arrive in time!
What can I say, some years you got all the gifts wrapped and nestled under the tree by December 1st and some years, it's 10 days before Christmas and you haven't even finished shopping for your immediate family yet (guilty and also, eek!). For those of you who fall in the latter category, let's knock […]
December 15, 2023
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Fashion
Why Crewneck Sweaters Are So Classic
Fashion
December 14, 2023
Why Crewneck Sweaters Are So Classic
I'm a crewneck sweater girlie. I'm not big on v-necks or hoods (they're not absent from my wardrobe, I just don't gravitate toward them), and there's something so classic about a crewneck — like you could leave any moment on a nautical voyage or get tagged in for a game of touch football. I've been […]
December 14, 2023
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Entertaining
How to entertain out-of-town guests at the holidays
Entertaining
December 14, 2023
How to entertain out-of-town guests at the holidays
A friend of mine recently called me for ideas for hosting her in-laws, who will be in town for the holidays for four days. Together, we brainstormed what works when it comes to entertaining out-of-towners (aka it's fun but low stress for you and not too tiring). We came up with a comprehensive list for […]
December 14, 2023
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Renovations
Renovation journal: Demoing the mudroom
Renovations
December 13, 2023
Renovation journal: Demoing the mudroom
The mudroom was a laundry room when we moved in, and when we renovated a room on the second floor to house the laundry room of our dreams — this became Cricket's room. We then started thinking this room might make a good "pool bathroom" since it's just off the backyard, but the longer we've […]
December 13, 2023
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DIY
Here's How Our First Time Using Roman Clay Went
DIY
December 11, 2023
Here's How Our First Time Using Roman Clay Went
We have been tinkering in the small bathroom in the playroom for a few days now. Anytime I want to try something new, I generally like to give it a test run in a small space and this powder room, that was stenciled with leopard print by the previous owners, seemed like the perfect place […]
December 11, 2023
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Chris Cooks
Cranberry Ginger Brussels Sprouts with Pancetta
Chris Cooks
December 10, 2023
Cranberry Ginger Brussels Sprouts with Pancetta
You know I love a side dish that comes together fast. And while this one just misses my "5 minute side" designation, it's not far from at only 10 minutes and a whole bunch of delicious. Very "holiday" feeling, and easy peasy. White Baking Dish | Copper Candlesticks | Fluted Taper Candles Four ingredients, seasoned […]
December 10, 2023
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Gift Guides!
160 Great Gift Ideas Under $50 — Something For Any Person and Any Budget
Gift Guides!
December 9, 2023
160 Great Gift Ideas Under $50 — Something For Any Person and Any Budget
If you're checking off your Christmas shopping list and need help, I've got you! I've sifted through each one of our Gift Guides, grabbed everything that's under $50, and sorted them all here for you. From gifts for him and her to gifts for the fitness lover and techie, here are some great gift ideas […]
December 9, 2023
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Lifestyle
12 Best Touchscreen Gloves to Put in Her Stocking
Lifestyle
December 8, 2023
12 Best Touchscreen Gloves to Put in Her Stocking
Growing up in Idaho, I think I had a pair of gloves in every single coat pocket. And while the weather is not quite as *extreme* in North Carolina, I'm finding myself reaching for gloves more and more as the weather gets colder. However, now I need gloves that not only keep my hands warm […]
December 8, 2023
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