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Episode 70: Chaos Behind Our Appearance on The Rachael Ray Show
Our week took an unexpected turn when we received a last-minute invitation to appear on The Rachael Ray Show. Within 24 hours we were on a plane to…
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What Fixer Upper’s Finale Means for Homeowners
This week we talk about why the end of HGTV’s Fixer Upper could be a positive change, and Sherry shares the mistake that nearly ruined the beach house’s…
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3 Quick Front Porch Updates to Boost Curb Appeal
Front Porch Refresh: Faux Evergreens, an Extra-Wide Doormat, and a Good Pressure Wash We’ve been busy with beach house projects and will have a longer update soon, but…
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Refinishing Heart Pine Floors: Before and After Photos
I know it might sound dramatic, but the refinished heart pine floors in our beach house truly transform the entire place. They make rooms feel finished, warm, and…
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Home Renovation Regrets: What We Wish We Had Done Differently
When we look back at past home updates, there are plenty of design choices we wish we could undo. In this post we break down five things we’d…
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Refinish a Clawfoot Tub: DIY Restoration Guide
We were determined to restore the old, stained clawfoot tub in our beach house bathroom. Hiring a professional for reglazing felt intimidating (and expensive), so we decided to…
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Support Puerto Rico: Donate, Volunteer, and Advocate
As Sherry and I discussed on this week’s podcast, we’ve been deeply shaken by the devastation Hurricane Maria caused in Puerto Rico. It’s painful to watch this level…
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Are Meal Kit Delivery Services Worth the Cost?
Some people claim the stainless steel appliance era is over. We used stainless steel in our main kitchen but chose differently for our beach house, so we wanted…
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Designing Our Beach House Kitchen: Layout, Storage, and Style
We’re finally on the verge of installing the beach house kitchen—our seventh full kitchen project after redoing three of our own (this bright white remodel remains a favorite),…
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Multipurpose Rooms Driving You Crazy? Reclaim Your Home
We all have rooms that try to do double duty: a mudroom that’s also a laundry room, a breakfast nook that doubles as a homework station, or the…
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