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Meet Penny Petersik: Bio and Background
If you’ve seen our Instagram stories, you might already know we recently added a new member to the Petersik household. I wanted to properly introduce her here on…
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Kids’ Bedroom Storage Ideas for Small Rooms
When we planned the functions for our son’s small, cozy bedroom, we prioritized a list of must-haves: a comfortable bed ample clothing storage open shelves for books and…
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Podcast Episode 182: Holiday Recap and Surprise Special
So much has happened since we last recorded, so this episode is a big catch-up. We cover house updates, renovation plans, some embarrassing travel moments, and a few…
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How to Add a Door to Your Kitchen
Big changes happened in our kitchen—well, one big change: we added a new exterior door. It may sound small, but replacing a window with a door has transformed…
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How to Make a Faux Sheepskin Seat Cushion: DIY Sewing Guide
We used a handful of quick, beginner-friendly upholstery techniques to soften and add texture to a store‑bought bench in our family room. The result was cozy and inviting—and…
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2021 Holiday Gift Guide: Gift Ideas for Every Budget
It always feels like gift guides arrive earlier every year, but our holiday gift guide is finally here! This single post covers three helpful categories—Gifts for Grown-Ups, Gifts…
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Celebrating the Iconic Burger: History, Recipes and Tips
We shared the sad news on Instagram Stories last week and wanted to make sure to post it here as well, because Burger was such an important part…
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How to Build Floating Kitchen Shelves
We love floating shelves in kitchens — they’re practical, add style, and give your cabinets room to breathe. We’ve included variations of them in nearly every kitchen we’ve…
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14 Months Into Our Home Renovation: Before and After Photos
Note: This post grew out of an updated Before & After page that readers had trouble finding at the top of the blog, so we’ve preserved it here…
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Hide Utility Boxes With a Custom DIY Shelf
When we shared pictures of our front porch last fall, we explained our decorating approach: plants, and more plants. The greenery links the porch to the landscape around…
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