Topics

Pocket Door Repair: Fix Sticking, Off-Track and Noisy Doors

I’ve got one hand on the pocket door… and the other is prying off trim. We’re not professional carpenters—far from it—but our approach to home repair is earnest…

3 min read

Topics

Thank You: Your Submission Has Been Received

Grateful Greetings: Happy Thanksgiving from Our Home We have so many reasons to be thankful this year, and you’re right at the top of the list. Thank you…

3 min read

Topics

What We’ll Miss Most About Our First Home

Our First Home: 45 Little Things We’ll Always Remember “I’ll never let go.” That line from Titanic keeps ringing true as we say goodbye to our first home.…

5 min read

Topics

Green, Pink and Silver Christmas Tree Decorating Ideas

Yes, we’re those people. I get annoyed when stores skip over holidays too. Seeing Christmas merch out before Thanksgiving always feels premature. Let me get through Turkey Day…

3 min read

Topics

Thanksgiving Table Setting Ideas to Impress Guests

Thanksgiving Buffet-Style Table with a Green and Blue Palette In our home we serve dinner buffet-style, laying out all the dishes in the kitchen so guests can fill…

3 min read

Topics

Free Printable Paint Me a Picture Activity

***This giveaway is no longer accepting entries – scroll down to see who won!*** Swedish-born, Virginia-based artist Erica Eriksdotter generously offered a custom, commissioned painting valued up to…

2 min read

Topics

Color Scheme for Our New Home: Paint and Palette Ideas

Exploring a Moodier, More Sophisticated Color Scheme We’re considering a shift away from the soft, beachy, whole-house palette we’ve used so far toward something moodier, bolder, and a…

3 min read

Topics

DIY Guide: How to Reupholster a Rocking Chair

Reupholstering a Craigslist Rocking Chair: Our DIY Dilemma We picked up this charming rocking chair on Craigslist for $25 because we loved its clean silhouette, low back, and…

3 min read

Topics

House Hunting: Surprising True Stories

House Hunting: Our Most Memorable “No-Way” Finds House hunting has been an entertaining adventure full of unexpected twists. While we’ve already shared some of our “close but no…

3 min read

Topics

Stylish Fall Decor Ideas to Refresh Your Home

Simple, Budget-Friendly Fall and Thanksgiving Table Decor I got a little leaf-happy and decided to add a touch of fall and Thanksgiving charm to the dining area. It…

3 min read

The paint deck

Topics

Popular Topics