round up
Build an Outdoor Space at Every Budget
round up
June 15, 2022
Build an Outdoor Space at Every Budget
For me, nothing is more thrilling than a total-space transformation. But you don't have to break the bank to get a jump-start on great design. I've chunked out a dreamy $3000 outdoor space below, in $1,000 increments, with mood boards that build on one another (though, honestly, I would love any of these boards a […]
June 15, 2022
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North Carolina Home
Repainting the Study and Rethinking the Study
North Carolina Home
June 14, 2022
Repainting the Study and Rethinking the Study
At the beginning of May, we repainted the Study a light blue and I never really reported on the blog because I didn't know what else to SAY about it. Sure I liked the new color but everything else still felt like questions I didn't have an answer to. It hadn’t even been two months […]
June 14, 2022
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Projects
Outdoor Kitchen Plans
Projects
June 13, 2022
Outdoor Kitchen Plans
When we started to plan our outdoor kitchen, we had a lot of discussions about how hard we wanted to go on it. We now live in a climate that begs for us to be outside almost year round, and I wanted to create a space I'd not only want to cook in, but that […]
June 13, 2022
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Chris Cooks
The Tastiest Carne Asada | Chris Cooks
Chris Cooks
June 12, 2022
The Tastiest Carne Asada | Chris Cooks
Carne Asada can be used for a lot of things, and having a simple, delicious version to whip up whenever you need is super helpful. Though I've never met a carne asada I didn't love, there are some versions with chilis that have been a bit too much for my kids. So for me, I […]
June 12, 2022
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Sales
Weekend Sales!
Sales
June 10, 2022
Weekend Sales!
Our Charly line from Interior Define is 20% off with our code IDxCLJ20 through 6/12! We have the corner sectional in Sisal Vintage Plush with the down alternative cushion fill. More sales below! Amazon: Shop our Amazon storefront here! JavaScript is currently disabled in this browser. Reactivate it to view this content. Anthropologie: Up to […]
June 10, 2022
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Casual Friday
My At-Home Workout Routine
Casual Friday
June 10, 2022
My At-Home Workout Routine
Now that we have our home gym in place, I get a lot of questions about what my at home workout looks like. Probably because I've been very transparent about the gym being an essential part of my morning routine. I’ve been doing this for years and, honestly sometimes it’s the only time I leave […]
June 10, 2022
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round up
Elevate Your Every Day: Kitchen
round up
June 9, 2022
Elevate Your Every Day: Kitchen
In the past I've done a few posts called "Good Looking Ugly Stuff" because your toilet brushes and cleaning tools shouldn't have to be ugly. I'm the kind of person who is genuinely happier when every thing in our home, down to the dish rag, is in harmony with one another aesthetically. It might sound […]
June 9, 2022
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product lines
Trying Different Fabrics on the Charly
product lines
June 8, 2022
Trying Different Fabrics on the Charly
We collaborated with Interior Define a few years back and designed our Charly line of beautiful and functional seating. Not only is the Charly available in a variety of chairs, sofas and sectionals but you can also customize the fill and dimensions so that your piece is uniquely yours. But of course the most fun thing […]
June 8, 2022
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Chris Cooks
The Ultimate, All-Inclusive Grill Guide
Chris Cooks
June 7, 2022
The Ultimate, All-Inclusive Grill Guide
What is it they say? The best time to start grilling was 10 years ago but the second best time to start is today? I don't actually know if anybody says that, but I stand by it. Grilling can seem intimidating if you don't know where to start, but the only requisite to joining grill […]
June 7, 2022
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Projects
Inspiration for the Outdoor Shower
Projects
June 6, 2022
Inspiration for the Outdoor Shower
We were not planning on doing an outdoor shower until our contractor asked if there's going to be a shower in the pool bathroom. There's only going to be enough room for either a stacked washer and dryer, or a shower, but not both. Lately we've been leaning more and more towards washer and dryer […]
June 6, 2022
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Fire Roasted Salsa | Chris Cooks
Chris Cooks
June 5, 2022
Fire Roasted Salsa | Chris Cooks
Salsa has been tricky for me, which sounds silly. I've made several versions, and historically the best ones I've made have used canned tomatoes. As someone who is trying to move to "fresh" as much as I can, that's been frustrating. But it makes sense, because canned tomatoes usually contain additional things that make the […]
June 5, 2022
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Sales
Weekend Sales
Sales
June 3, 2022
Weekend Sales
Sources Our black velvet curtains in the guest house are 30% off! More sales below! Amazon: Shop our Amazon storefront here! JavaScript is currently disabled in this browser. Reactivate it to view this content. Gap: 50% off shorts, 40% off tops, 30% off dresses with code SUNSHINE JavaScript is currently disabled in this […]
June 3, 2022
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Other Makeovers
A Screened in Porch Makeover
Other Makeovers
June 3, 2022
A Screened in Porch Makeover
This post is sponsored by Lowe's. Every once in awhile, we go on a field trip to one of our team members' homes and do a one-day room refresh. Yesterday, we picked out all our favorite outdoor living pieces from Lowe's and bypassed our yard in the middle of renovating and headed over to Brooke […]
June 3, 2022
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Best Of
The Best of May
Best Of
June 2, 2022
The Best of May
By far, the most monumental month this year has come to a close. We walked along sandy beaches in St. Lucia with our team, walked all over our new floor pops collection (restock coming soon I promise), and walked right into our Rubbermaid launch. You guys sold us out on Amazon so fast, but keep […]
June 2, 2022
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Introducing: Chris Loves Julia X Rubbermaid
product lines
June 1, 2022
Introducing: Chris Loves Julia X Rubbermaid
I remember when Chris and I were newlyweds, blissfully figuring out our new life together, we were gifted these Rubbermaid food storage containers with red lids. Those EasyFindLids red lidded containers have been a constant after all these years, and I'd bet they've made their way into many of your homes, as well. So when […]
June 1, 2022
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Design
The Upstairs Bathroom Mood Board
Design
May 31, 2022
The Upstairs Bathroom Mood Board
I've been calling this Greta's bathroom, but it's not solely her bathroom really. Yes it's the one across from her room and she uses it the most, but it's also the main bathroom we use whenever we're hanging out upstairs (which is frequent). Therefore, I wanted it to feel feminine, but also classic and clean […]
May 31, 2022
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Chris Cooks
Pan-Fried Pancetta Gnocchi | Chris Cooks
Chris Cooks
May 29, 2022
Pan-Fried Pancetta Gnocchi | Chris Cooks
Let me introduce to you a recipe that you'll make over and over gain. This pan-fried pancetta gnocchi is an evergreen meal that Julia and the girls request frequently! Of course I happily oblige because it's just that good. This recipe is very allergy friendly (we opt for gluten-free gnocchi), but I promise there's no […]
May 29, 2022
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Sales
All The Best Memorial Day Sales 2022!
Sales
May 27, 2022
All The Best Memorial Day Sales 2022!
There are so many amazing Memorial Day sales going on this weekend! We'll be updating this list, so check back in. Our velvet sofa and swivel chairs are both 20% off at Lulu & Georgia. Save 20% on our woven leather McGee & Co. ottomans and chandelier. Our linen sofa is almost 40% off and our checkered Polly […]
May 27, 2022
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Gift Guides!
The Best Father's Day Gift Guide
Gift Guides!
May 27, 2022
The Best Father's Day Gift Guide
For Father's Day this year I imagine Chris will be doing exactly what his heart wants to be doing... grilling. He wouldn't have it any other way and I would never deprive him of that. Along with that, we'll be spending the day as a family, playing games and taking it easy. Of course we'll […]
May 27, 2022
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Product Tests
Putting Bed Pillows to the Test
Product Tests
May 26, 2022
Putting Bed Pillows to the Test
After reviewing and ranking duvet inserts and pillow inserts you all spoke up and asked that we test some bed pillows! Here's the thing though, everybody has different pillow preferences when it comes to sleep so it's hard to rank. BUT, we couldn't let you down so we ordered a bunch of highly rated bed […]
May 26, 2022
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