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A Fast Bathroom Remodel--On Camera!
A month ago, we got a call from Lowe's that they would like to revamp the how-to videos on their YouTube channel. And by "revamp", they really mean--make them less showy. Isn't that funny? Awhile ago, they invested in a production company, actors, the works (!!!) to film tutorials on how to do basic bathroom projects like: […]
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November 16, 2017
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New Project: A Small Indoor Playhouse!
This project is in partnership with World Market. We've taken on a new design project, and it's a fun one! World Market challenged us to makeover a small space, preferably a kids' space, and we found the perfect candidate. In our own homes' design plans this year, we had the idea of transforming a closet […]
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July 17, 2017
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A Post-Dorm Style Room to a Bright, Fresh Traditional Master | CLJ Mood boards
I got so many encouraging emails and messages from you over the weekend about my inquiry of sharing mood boards occasionally for other people's spaces--including some of yours! I get so many requests for online consultations and while that unfortunately doesn't fit into my day right now, hopefully as we select a few to share here every […]
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July 10, 2017
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Our Favorite Ceiling and Portable Fans that Don't Sacrifice Style
Almost exactly one year ago, we installed a ceiling fan in our bedroom. We had a pretty ugly one in there for years and I was determined to find a pretty chandelier to hang in its place. But the truth is, we love sleeping with a light breeze and a modern, beautiful ceiling fan was what we […]
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July 5, 2017
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My Maternity Must-Haves
We're in the final stretch! I'm a little over 33 weeks, but measuring 3 weeks ahead--which kind of means nothing, but is also giving my a little bit of hope I need to get through these last weeks. We're crossing our fingers for a July baby girl, although still looking forward to that August 4th […]
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June 20, 2017
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Get the Look of Our Nursery For Less (A LOT LESS)
Exactly one week ago, we revealed our new nursery we completed in six weeks for the Spring One Room Challenge! It's been so wonderful seeing the room pop up everywhere on Instagram and shared on other blogs and Pinterest, too. Thank you so much for sharing it. Truly. Just like we did when we finished the […]
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May 17, 2017
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Budget-Friendly Outdoor Dining Plans
One of our most asked about pieces on our deck are our wood framed facing sofas. They are from World Market and ridiculously affordable at just $399 a pop. We got them last year, during one of their outdoor sales and spent just over $500 for both. We love them. I'm actually working on a […]
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May 15, 2017
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The Start of a new Nursery: One Room Challenge Week 1!
A few weeks ago, we shared our happy news that we'd be expecting our third child, another little girl, this summer! So when we were asked to participate in the One Room Challenge again this Spring, we knew exactly the room we'd want to tackle in the allotted 6 weeks--the nursery! Which currently looks like […]
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April 5, 2017
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To Baltimore, We Go!
It's hard to believe we leave on THURSDAY for Baltimore to tackle this year's Lowe's Spring Makeover. We've been working double time behind the scenes to make sure everything has been ordered, delivered and designed for the kitchen we'll be making over. There are still a few things we'll have to figure out on location, […]
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March 28, 2017
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A Quick Turnaround Project!: The Guest Room Plans
In this week's podcast (live now, right here!) we talk a little bit about some upcoming projects we're gearing up to tackle, including the guest room. Our previous guest room, that is now the girls' bunk room, was thrown together in 2 weeks before my sister came to stay with us. It served us well […]
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December 5, 2016
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12 of the Best Flocked Christmas Trees in Every Size
Last year, we got a slim flocked tree for the living room, and I fell in love with the lightness and whimsy. And a lot of other people must have fell for it, too, since this photo circulated all through Pinterest, our readers have tagged me a number of times on Instagram when it popped […]
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November 18, 2016
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A Peek at Our DIY Standing Desk + The Home Office Mood Board
We made some exciting strides in our studio over the weekend. After not being overly excited about the standing desks on the market, we decided to build our own. We wanted storage. We wanted it sided so there was room for both of us. And we wanted it about 45" high--the natural elbow height that […]
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August 29, 2016
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5 Pillow Combinations Under $100!
Pillows are the quickest way to change the look of a sofa, but they can add up quickly. So today, I rounded up 5 different pillow combinations that add up to less than $100. And I paired them with budget-friendly sofas, too! Dove Gray Sofa $599 | Ikat Pillow with Tassels $49 + Blue Velvet Lumbar […]
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July 19, 2016
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WEDDING REGISTRY ESSENTIALS: What we would register for today (8 years later)
Our niece is getting married at the beginning of September and we're over the moon for her and the rest of the couples lining our calendar, prepping to tie the knot this summer/fall. It's officially wedding season and it's one of the most wonderful times of the year if you ask me. This year, makes […]
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July 7, 2016
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13 Things To Add to Your Outdoor Space this Summer
Since we're focusing on our outdoors a lot this summer--the deck is wrapping up!--I've been doing a lot of hunting around for furnishings. We have most of our bigger items picked out, but accessories can add so much personality to a space. Or, they can update a tired patio on a smaller budget. Here are a few things […]
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May 25, 2016
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Ashley's Music Room Mood Board + E-Design is Back!
In the past few months I've started taking on some e-design clients and a few local, in-home clients, too. It's a big reason why I've recently closed my Etsy shop and stopped freelancing for Houzz. I've really wanted to pursue helping others with their homes and it has been so fun connecting with other people […]
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February 23, 2016
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All The Playroom Plans!
Since we moved here, two years ago, we've spent most of our blog talking about and renovating the upstairs of our house--with the exception of Greta's room and the guest room last year. We actually live in what is called a rambler style home, where the home is two levels of identical square footage (1700 […]
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October 19, 2015
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All The Laundry Room Plans
Since you'll be able to see the laundry room/mudroom through the sliding door (that is mostly left open) in the kitchen/dining room, we really wanted the two spaces to complement each other well. Here's a before and after floor plan as a reminder of the major changes that are happening in this area: A few […]
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March 18, 2015
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The Master Plans
Before Chris had his surgery, we made a list of projects that I could probably tackle myself and our bedroom was at the top of that list. Our poor, sad, neglected room we haven't touched since moving in, with the exception of new flooring. We've since moved those lamps onto the fauxdenza in the living […]
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February 25, 2015
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All the Kitchen Plans!!
It has been a difficult couple of weeks over here since Chris's surgery hence my lack of posting, but we are trying to focus on when he'll be fully recovered and able to lift more than five pounds. While there isn't a lot of reno going on, there's more planning than ever--which is helping to […]
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February 9, 2015
