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Craft Art 20% off Countertops (this is what we used in our kitchen and laundry room) through November 4th with code CLJ Terrain: 20% off EVERYTHING with code ALLHALLOWS20 JavaScript is currently disabled in this browser. Reactivate it to view this content.   Serena & Lily: 20% off all bedding with code SLEEPWELL JavaScript is […]
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October 27, 2018

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Casual Friday: October 26, 2018

Casual Friday

Casual Friday: October 26, 2018

Chris and I are celebrating our 10 year anniversary next month (Nov. 8th) and are headed to Bora Bora next week to celebrate. Years ago we put a pin in the destination for our 10 year, and I can't believe it's almost here! We don't have much scheduled besides a couple's massage, lounging in our […]
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October 26, 2018

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Chris Cooks: Roasted Butternut Squash Soup (Dairy-Free)

Recipes

Chris Cooks: Roasted Butternut Squash Soup (Dairy-Free)

Everyone loves a warm bowl of butternut squash soup as the temperature drops. This version uses roasted vegetables to add a little more depth of flavor, and coconut milk to bring in some richness. Equipment used: Cutting Board Knife Stock pot Wooden Spoon Immersion Blender Soup Bowls
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October 21, 2018

Lifestyle

A Task a Day to Get Your House Completely Holiday Ready by Thanksgiving

Chris Loves Julia Holiday Prep Cleaning Calendar

Cleaning & Organization

A Task a Day to Get Your House Completely Holiday Ready by Thanksgiving

This post is sponsored by eBay Why isn't Fall cleaning more of a thing? There's so much emphasis around Spring Cleaning, but for me, the urgency, appreciation and desire for a deep cleaned house comes stronger in the fall. With all the holidays and house guests right around the corner, I love to buckle down […]
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October 13, 2018

Lifestyle

Casual Friday: October 12, 2018

Casual Friday

Casual Friday: October 12, 2018

Hardware | Fruit bowl | Cutting boards | Glass canister | Equivalents Print | Acrylic Frame | Pumpkin Toffee Candle | Green bowls | Salt Cellar | Pots & Pans • Idaho got really cold this week--30s and 40s most days. Those first brisk days are always fun (ask me again in January--ooof), but when we were getting […]
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October 12, 2018

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Chris Cooks: Pumpkin Chili

Chris Cooks: Pumpkin Chili

Recipes

Chris Cooks: Pumpkin Chili

It's October, and pumpkins are lining everyone's doorstep. The unfortunate thing is many of these pumpkins are thrown away after rotting in the cold, instead of realizing their full culinary potential. This chili doesn't just use pumpkin because it's that time of year and we put pumpkin in everything. The pumpkin adds so much creaminess […]
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October 7, 2018

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Chris Cooks: Sweet Potato Hash & Eggs

Chris Cooks: Sweet Potato Hash

Recipes

Chris Cooks: Sweet Potato Hash & Eggs

This is one of the more requested breakfast dishes around here. I'm not a big fan of sweet breakfast foods, but this hash is more savory than sweet, with a comforting flavor. Some things I used: Cutting Board Knife Cast Iron Pan Wooden Spoon Mixing Bowls Bowls A filling and tasty breakfast that's good enough […]
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September 30, 2018

Lifestyle

Life Lately with Hashimoto's

Health & Beauty

Life Lately with Hashimoto's

I've struggled to know when or where or how to share that I've been struggling. Because I don't want this space to be about that. I want to talk about easy things like fall decor or picking an exterior paint color (okay, that's kind of hard), or even controversial things like faux plants. Ha! But […]
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September 28, 2018

Lifestyle

Chris Cooks: Moroccan Chicken & Rice

Moroccan Chicken & Rice

Chris Cooks

Chris Cooks: Moroccan Chicken & Rice

If you're ever around Julia when I tell her this is what we're having for dinner, without exception you will hear her say, "That is my absolute favorite thing you make." The flavor is rich and warm and perfect for cooler weather (or anytime, really), and it's just a comforting meal. Paired with cardamom-scented rice, […]
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September 23, 2018

Lifestyle

Weekend Sales! September 22, 2018

Lifestyle

Weekend Sales! September 22, 2018

Our bed is 20% off with code FRIENDS.  Target up to 25% off home items + an extra 15% off furniture with code FALL15 JavaScript is currently disabled in this browser. Reactivate it to view this content. Wayfair 5-day price drops up to 70% off Urban Outfitters up to 40% off bedding, print shop, tapestries + […]
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September 22, 2018

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Casual Friday: September 21, 2018

Casual Friday

Casual Friday: September 21, 2018

So much progress was made on the cabin this week! I'm actually having trouble sleeping because so much is happening at one time and being not right in the middle of it is both very exciting and also a little nerve-wrecking. The main fireplace is completely framed in, the HVAC is done and the floors […]
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September 21, 2018

Lifestyle

Faux Pho

Chris Cooks: Faux Pho

Recipes

Faux Pho

Pho is an amazingly complex, flavorful and comforting Vietnamese soup. And while the popularity of this soup has brought with it countless tutorials on how to make it, there are times where you crave it now and don't have 18+ hours to slow simmer a bone broth. This recipe is rich, with flavors that mimic […]
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September 16, 2018

Lifestyle

Casual Friday: September 14, 2018

Casual Friday

Casual Friday: September 14, 2018

Yesterday we officially re-launched Propertee!! We launched with some old and new favorites (the Homebody tee and the new sweatshirt version is STILL the most popular), but we're sitting on several exciting designs, styles and products (art! housewares!) that we can't wait to show you. You can subscribe to the newsletter here to be the […]
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September 14, 2018

Lifestyle

How I Find All the Deals I Share + a $500 giveaway!

Lifestyle

How I Find All the Deals I Share + a $500 giveaway!

This post is sponsored by RetailMeNot. We've partnered to giveaway a $500 Visa gift card to one lucky reader--details to enter at the bottom of the post.  We've made it a weekly feature to share Weekend Sales on Saturday mornings on the blog, along with many throughout the week on Instagram stories and I always get asked, "How […]
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September 13, 2018

Lifestyle

A Master List of Home-Focused Charities

Lifestyle

A Master List of Home-Focused Charities

I talk a lot about how much of a homebody I am. How our home is my favorite place to be and the majority of our posts are focused on tips and projects and improvements you, too, can make in your house to fall in love with it even more. I strongly believe that every […]
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September 12, 2018

Lifestyle

Chris Cooks: Seared Pork Tenderloin, Roasted Summer Vegetables & Basil Dressing

Recipes

Chris Cooks: Seared Pork Tenderloin, Roasted Summer Vegetables & Basil Dressing

This is an amazingly straight forward and delicious meal that uses some of my favorite late summer vegetables. Using a few specific cooking procedures and techniques, we're able to produce amazing flavors with very simple ingredients. A simple dish that focuses on fresh vegetables, perfectly cooked pork tenderloin and a delicious dressing made from fresh […]
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September 9, 2018

Lifestyle

Weekend Sales! September 8, 2018

Lifestyle

Weekend Sales! September 8, 2018

Our Charly Sofa line from Interior Define is 15% off through 9/20! Target spend $50, save $10 on Halloween costumes & decor JavaScript is currently disabled in this browser. Reactivate it to view this content.   World Market Join their member program (absolutely free and you can earn rewards!) and get 20% off all baskets […]
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September 8, 2018

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Chris Cooks: Sausage & Peppers

Classic Sausage & Peppers

DIY

Chris Cooks: Sausage & Peppers

This is a dish that is good to have in your back pocket, because of how versatile it is. Rich flavors, but also amazingly light due to being mostly vegetables. Pair with pasta, polenta, rice, or just eat as-is. Watch the full video for this recipe. A simple dish that can be turned into a […]
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September 2, 2018

Lifestyle

A Master List of all the Labor Day Sales

Lifestyle

A Master List of all the Labor Day Sales

Happy Long Weekend!! We're taking a breather. Enjoying some fresh air and family and picking out new carpet for the loft at our A-frame! There are so. many. sales happening right now and every minute a new one lands in my inbox. I'll be sharing lots of favorites on my Stories over the weekend, but […]
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August 31, 2018

Lifestyle

Chris Cooks: Thai Tomato & Basil Soup

Thai Tomato & Basil Soup

Recipes

Chris Cooks: Thai Tomato & Basil Soup

Tomato basil soup is a classic, and always a staple around here when summer draws to a close. This version takes advantage of Thai ingredients that still work really well with the dish's traditional flavors. Watch how to make this soup. Cutting Board Knife Cast Iron Pot Wooden Spoon Ingredient Cups Immersion Blender
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August 26, 2018
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