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My Favorite Pillow & Rug Pairings
There's such a big payoff when mixing patterns, which I love to do in every room of my house. But sometimes it can be overwhelming to know how to coordinate a space together. Don't be afraid of pairing patterns on patterns when it comes to pillows and rugs! Shop the Bonus Room Basic rules apply […]
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February 14, 2024
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All the New CLJ x Loloi Pillows for Spring 2024
Now that our rug babies are out in the world, it's time to give some love to all of our new pillows! This collection features some really rich colors and textures. The best part? They all mix-and-match beautifully. We really focused on making pairing easy for you by mixing small-scale and large-scale patterns. CLJ x […]
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February 8, 2024
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In My Red Era
We recently painted the trim and hallway doors the most dramatic shade of red, and I find myself making excuses to pass through this part of our house. It's so rich and romantic and glossy and inspiring. It's like the hallway is wearing lipstick. She's feeling herself :) I can barely remember what it looked […]
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February 5, 2024
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Easy ways to infuse Valentine's Day Around the House
Valentine's Day isn't really a holiday that we... decorate for. I mean, I know people do! But the last time I remember Valentine's day decor it was my teacher putting up window clings in Elementary school-- not really the vibe for our house. Still, I've found simple, subtle ways to romanticize our home for February's […]
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January 25, 2024
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Do You Have a Dinner Bell?
When I was growing up, we'd visit my Grandma, who kept a cowbell in the kitchen. Whenever dinner was ready, she'd ring the bell, and it would clang loud enough to let those in her third floor bedrooms know that there was food on the table. The sound became Pavlovian for me, and now when […]
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January 19, 2024
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The Transformation of Our Modern Colonial Kitchen
There are some projects that we do in a weekend, some we do over a few weeks. Some take us a couple months and some take over a year! When it came to our kitchen remodel, it was an over-a-year kind of project. And now, since it's been over a year since we have finished […]
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January 12, 2024
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5 Christmas Decor Trends I'm Excited About
As I've been decorating my own home for Christmas, I've been keeping an eye on some emerging Christmas decor trends. It's always exciting to see how trends evolve, especially during the holidays. Here are five trends that have caught my eye—perfect for adding a fresh touch to your holiday decor this year. 1. A Potted […]
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November 29, 2023
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Winter Stems and Branches—A Few of My Favorite Things
As you deck your homes with Christmas decor, don't forget about filling your vases with winter stems and branches to ring in the season! If you didn't know, I'm a huge proponent of using seasonal stems throughout your home to swap your decor from season to season easily. I always recommend heading to your own […]
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November 17, 2023
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My Simple Halloween Porch Decor
Halloween is just around the corner, so I figured it was finally time to get my front porch ready for trick-or-treaters. I was already off to a pretty good start with the faux pumpkins, but I added a bit more to top it off. Going all-out with front porch decor isn't typically my thing, although […]
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October 23, 2023
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My Formula For Using Curtains vs. Shades
We finally hung some more permanent curtains up in Greta's room, and I absolutely love how they turned out. Her room is far from "finished," in fact, she recently revealed to me that she doesn't really like pink anymore (teens), but her room feels much more cohesive now. This cohesive look actually got me thinking […]
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October 19, 2023
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My Top 36 Coffee Table Books: The Most Versatile Home Decor
I'm not exactly sure when or how it happened, but somehow, seemingly on accident, I've accumulated a burgeoning collection of one of my favorite home decor elements—coffee table books. My love for beautiful visuals and inspiring reads had unintentionally blossomed into a full-fledged collection. And lately, they've evolved into one of the most versatile home […]
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September 21, 2023
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Unveiling the Best Fall Candles of 2023: A Sensory Experience
Fall has arrived, and there's no better way to embrace the cozy vibes than with the perfect seasonal scent. This year, we've gone all out on a quest for the best fall candles of 2023. We first ordered a bunch of highly-rated fall candles, but after testing them all, only 17 were worth mentioning. As […]
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September 15, 2023
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Style a Console Table With These 5 Essential Decor Pieces
Over a year ago, we published a blog article called "What’s The Difference?? A Huge Dive Into The Credenza, Sideboard, Buffet, Console, and Media Stand" because what really is the difference? We all tend to use these terms synonymously, but after hours of research, we put together some definitions for you. Specifically, a console table […]
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September 13, 2023
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(Not-So-Scary) Halloween Decor to Last Year After Year
I know it might feel like it's too early to be decorating for Halloween, but actually, Halloween decor is selling out so quickly, and I don't want you to miss out. Finding "spooky" decor that blends in with your already-lovely home aesthetic, rather than masks, is trickier said than done. So, I thought it would […]
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September 11, 2023
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Everything You Need to Decorate For Fall! – The Ultimate List
You asked for a one-stop shop to decorate for fall, and we heard you loud and clear! As you know, fall is such a cozy and inviting season, and we want to help you create that perfect autumn atmosphere in your home. So, we searched the depths of the internet and have sourced all the […]
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September 8, 2023
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Use a Fall Throw Blanket to Transform Your Living Room – A Game-Changing Tip
To me, fall starts once the kids are in school, no matter the weather. I get too excited to wait, and I like to enjoy my favorite season for as long as I can. So once September hits, I start transitioning my decor to fall (see the fall bonus room, fall kitchen, and faux fall […]
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September 7, 2023
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Decorating the Kitchen For Fall With These Four Simple Tips
This blog post is sponsored by Walmart+ When the weather starts to change, I love transitioning little "moments" in our house to fall. Last week, the bonus room had its own moment, and today, it's all about the kitchen! – Which happens to be the *most* fun room in which to welcome autumn because the […]
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September 6, 2023
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Fall Decor in the Bonus Room + Favorite Fall Movies
There's something about the kids going back to school that initiates the start of fall for me. I get the itch for cooler weather, cozy blankets, and pumpkins on porches. So, I'm inching my decor toward fall, room by room, to try and inspire some fall spirit. Today, we're visiting the bonus room to play […]
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August 28, 2023
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My 12 Favorite Faux Fall Branches
We're still enjoying and enduring all this North Carolina heat, but I'll admit, I'm getting antsy for some fall weather. I love everything that Fall has to offer – the shifting seasons, the color, the clothes, the food, the decor... Can we just take a moment to talk about one of my all-time favorite fall […]
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August 21, 2023
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How to Hang Anything On Your Walls
I'm not one to be afraid of hanging things on my walls, but I know that's a real fear of homeowners! Hanging decor, in my mind, is far from permanent and is typically one of the easier decisions to make when it comes to home renovation. But I'm not a perfectionist! I'm known for eyeballing […]
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August 17, 2023
