Chris Cooks
12 Easter Recipes for the Whole Day | Chris Cooks
Chris Cooks
April 2, 2023
12 Easter Recipes for the Whole Day | Chris Cooks
I think the reason why I love Easter so much is that it's a simple one-day Holiday full of family time and good food. Speaking of good food, I've curated a bunch of Easter recipes that are perfect for a springtime meal, whether you're looking for the perfect Ham, a light brunch, or the yummiest […]
April 2, 2023
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Fashion
The Best Swimsuits & Coverups We Wore in Mexico
Fashion
March 30, 2023
The Best Swimsuits & Coverups We Wore in Mexico
Just yesterday, our whole team woke up in sunny Playa Del Carmen, Mexico, then flew back home to North Carolina. We had an amazing trip together, just soaking up the much-needed beach time, but it's good to be home. While we were there, we had a fun little photoshoot featuring the best swimsuits and coverups […]
March 30, 2023
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Chris Cooks
Pickled Beet Deviled Eggs | Chris Cooks
Chris Cooks
March 26, 2023
Pickled Beet Deviled Eggs | Chris Cooks
Deviled eggs are underrated. And also under-experimented with, considering eggs are one of the most versatile and widely-used ingredients out there. And even though we have bouts of egg-free eating, when Easter, Thanksgiving, or Christmas roll around I can't skip making a version of this tasty appetizer. Serving Platter | Ceramic Bunnies I also love […]
March 26, 2023
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Lifestyle
Ask Julia: What is the best self tanner?
Lifestyle
March 23, 2023
Ask Julia: What is the best self tanner?
Few things can boost my self-confidence quicker than freshly applied self-tanner. There's something about giving my skin a bit of a glow that gives me a pep in my step, especially when it comes to going on vacation! Long gone are the tanning bed days (anybody else shaking their head at their younger self?), so […]
March 23, 2023
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Design
Making the Office Feel Like Home With Framed Photos
Design
March 22, 2023
Making the Office Feel Like Home With Framed Photos
This post is sponsored by Artifact Uprising. Scroll down to receive a discount code! When we started designing the CLJ office for our team, I really wanted it to feel like a more modern extension of the Chris Loves Julia style. Since it's a workspace in a commercial building, we embraced the more commercial, modern […]
March 22, 2023
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Design
7 Incredible Dark Green Paint Colors for Interiors
Design
March 20, 2023
7 Incredible Dark Green Paint Colors for Interiors
We recently painted our study a dark, moody green color. This is after we first painted it a muddy green, then repainted it a blue-gray. I guess what they say is true; third time's a charm! The journey was worth it, though, because I'm so in love with this glossy green in contrast with the […]
March 20, 2023
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Chris Cooks
Light & Healthy Easter Brunch
Chris Cooks
March 19, 2023
Light & Healthy Easter Brunch
I tell myself that I'm not a brunch person. But what is brunch, but a late breakfast? And I'm definitely a late breakfast person so, I guess I am a brunch person. But particularly on holidays, when the brunch sets me up for the main meal coming later. My approach with brunch is simple. Keep […]
March 19, 2023
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Gift Guides!
Easter Basket Ideas for Kids! 2023
Gift Guides!
March 17, 2023
Easter Basket Ideas for Kids! 2023
I've said it before and will say it again–Easter is one of my favorite holidays! The nostalgia of waking up, seeing what the Easter bunny put in our baskets, and then running around the yard to hunt for eggs is unmatched. I think, as an adult, I've come to love this Holiday for its' simplicity […]
March 17, 2023
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Sourcing & Planning
5 Exterior Paint Colors that Pair With Red Brick
Sourcing & Planning
March 16, 2023
5 Exterior Paint Colors that Pair With Red Brick
We've been making some improvements to the overall curb appeal of our exterior, and so naturally, I've been looking more and more at our bright white trim and wondering if we could do better. We've made no changes to the exterior of the house, and I find the red brick to be incredibly attractive and […]
March 16, 2023
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Renovations
Painting the Study a Glossy Dark Green
Renovations
March 15, 2023
Painting the Study a Glossy Dark Green
I've painted many rooms before, and there's that moment of truth when you finally get a good look at the finished paint color, where you might question everything. You spend so much time picking the perfect paint color, and even as you're painting, you never know how it's going to look until the paint has […]
March 15, 2023
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Renovations
What's Been Going on With the Landscaping?
Renovations
March 13, 2023
What's Been Going on With the Landscaping?
If you've been following along on Instagram, you may have noticed our front yard has been torn up since December. It all started with wanting to expand the driveway because it's sort of a bottleneck situation when it comes to cars coming and going. We also wanted to take out some of the trees and […]
March 13, 2023
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Chris Cooks
Cheese-less Potato Casserole - Grain & Dairy Free
Chris Cooks
March 12, 2023
Cheese-less Potato Casserole - Grain & Dairy Free
Growing up in the Utah/Idaho corridor, "funeral potatoes" have been commonplace my entire life. Of course once people realized it was a bit of a dark name for such an amazing dish, many started calling it "cheesy potato casserole" instead. Whatever you call the dish, goodness sakes its hard to beat. Ruffled Baking Dish | […]
March 12, 2023
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Decor
Trend Alert: Wicker Lamps are Everywhere
Decor
March 10, 2023
Trend Alert: Wicker Lamps are Everywhere
Wicker home decor is in no way new, however, more and more, I'm seeing it become a versatile material in all home styles! It used to be associated strictly with coastal, and more recently, it's been used in the boho style, but now we're starting to see it in all kinds of home styles, including […]
March 10, 2023
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Renovations
Renovation Diaries in the Study
Renovations
March 9, 2023
Renovation Diaries in the Study
In true renovation spirit, things in the study have gotten a bit worse before getting better. But all the pieces are getting put back together, and we're in the home stretch! To catch you up, we're in the process of narrowing the opening into the study, adding pocket doors, and building shelves and cabinets on […]
March 9, 2023
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round up
How to Elevate Your Easter Decor
round up
March 8, 2023
How to Elevate Your Easter Decor
I think Easter might be my favorite holiday. Obviously, Christmas is a big contender, but it's lumped together with months of stress, so I quite prefer the simplicity and togetherness that Easter brings. Every Easter Sunday, we go to church, do an egg hunt with the girls, and have a big family dinner where Chris […]
March 8, 2023
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Projects
"Planting" Faux Plants Outside
Projects
March 6, 2023
"Planting" Faux Plants Outside
I guess I'm partially embarrassed and partially excited to tell you about the fake plants I "planted" in these pots right outside the dining room. Unfortunately, I didn't inherit a green thumb from either of my gardening expert parents, so I took matters into my own hands and went the faux route this spring. 36" […]
March 6, 2023
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Chris Cooks
Chipotle Chicken Dip - Grain & Dairy Free | Chris Cooks
Chris Cooks
March 5, 2023
Chipotle Chicken Dip - Grain & Dairy Free | Chris Cooks
If I were a little more aware of what sports things happen when, I probably would have posted this a few weeks ago. But really, a good dip is always good. And this one is good. Free from grain, gluten, dairy, soy, egg - so creamy, a touch of spice, and lots of flavor. If […]
March 5, 2023
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Mood Boards
Welcome to Room Service!
Mood Boards
March 3, 2023
Welcome to Room Service!
For those who don't follow us on Instagram, I wanted to introduce you to a fun little segment we've been doing in stories once a week. Room service is one of my very favorite things in life. You mean I get to order food from my bed AND get to eat it in bed?? Amazing. […]
March 3, 2023
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Renovations
Steal Our Kitchen Measurements!
Renovations
March 2, 2023
Steal Our Kitchen Measurements!
Years ago, when we were designing the Fullmer's kitchen and set out to make decisions on all of the spacing and measurements, we put together The Ultimate Kitchen Space Planning Cheat Sheet. This was based on our old kitchen, which we DIY'd, and I highly recommend you reference it if you're designing or DIYing your […]
March 2, 2023
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Decor
Welcome Spring With Some Faux Spring Stems
Decor
March 1, 2023
Welcome Spring With Some Faux Spring Stems
I'm officially embracing spring in every area of my life. I'm wearing fewer sweaters and more t-shirts, my nail color is popping, and my home decor is getting refreshed, starting with what I'm putting in my vases–spring stems. I would argue that what you put inside of the vase is equally important as the decorative […]
March 1, 2023
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