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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

Easter Brunch | Chris Loves Julia

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

Chipotle Chicken Dip - Grain & Dairy Free

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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Mood Boards

The Study Mood Board 2.0

Mood Boards

February 27, 2023

The Study Mood Board 2.0

It's clear the study and I are on a journey. Over a year ago, I rolled out the first roll of wallpaper and put together a mood board of how I envisioned the study to look and feel, and since then, it has transformed and evolved. We added wainscoting, painted it green, painted it blue, […]
February 27, 2023
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Chris Cooks

Iceberg Wedge Salad - Grain, Dairy, & Pork-Free

Iceberg Wedge Salad - Grain, Dairy, & Pork-Free

Chris Cooks

February 26, 2023

Iceberg Wedge Salad - Grain, Dairy, & Pork-Free

The classic "wedge" salad is one of my favorites. Crispy bacon, creamy blue cheese dressing, and the crisp, cool lettuce. But when Jules told me she was craving one, I knew that the version I made would need to stand on its own, and not just try to kinda recreate the original. No, the flavor […]
February 26, 2023
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Lifestyle

My February Favorites 2023

Lifestyle

February 24, 2023

My February Favorites 2023

February will always feel monumental because Chris and I set out to North Carolina two years ago to commence our house-hunting journey. We decided to move in the middle of a long winter, and there were a lot of unknowns at the time, but we're so glad we made the jump because we can't imagine […]
February 24, 2023
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Decor

Essential Decor: Decorative Vases

Decor

February 23, 2023

Essential Decor: Decorative Vases

There was a time when I would use the smallest grocery store vases that came with the grocery store bouquets. You know what I'm talking about–the clear glass ones you hold onto for too long, but they really just collect dust. It wasn't until I upgraded my vases that I realized these are more than […]
February 23, 2023
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DIY

Third Time's a Charm–Choosing a Paint Color for the Study...Again

DIY

February 22, 2023

Third Time's a Charm–Choosing a Paint Color for the Study...Again

When we first painted the study, it was right after we added the trim and mural to the room. I chose a mid-tone olive that tied in nicely with the mural, but I didn't love how the mural felt a little lost with the color. Mural | Chandelier | Desk |  Chair | Vase | Peonies | Credenza (similar) | Buffet Lamps | Fluted Bowl | Marble Links | Planter Paint is the fastest […]
February 22, 2023
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