Who’s There? Clever Knock-Knock Jokes to Make Anyone Laugh

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It’s time for the winter Pinterest Challenge — a fun, unofficial seasonal tradition dreamed up by Katie Bower to get us off the endless pinning treadmill and actually make something. The idea is simple: choose a project inspired by something you’ve pinned and put your own spin on it. The point isn’t perfection; it’s to … Read more

Still Happy in My New Apartment: Moving In Tips and Joys

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Amid the chaos of moving, we’re still taking our monthly moment to thank the sponsors who make our content possible. Below are some of the items that caught our eye this month, followed by our usual roundup of discounts at the end of the post. Great finds on discount site Fab.com, like the Bongo side … Read more

Painting Our Foyer in Edgecomb Gray: Light, Warm Entryway Ideas

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The deed is done. Behold our freshly painted foyer: The new color makes the space feel at least a foot taller and a couple of feet wider. That’s the power of paint. This photo captures the color well. It’s a soft neutral that shifts throughout the day—part sand, part greige—neither too cool nor too warm. … Read more

How to Use a Paint Pen to Decorate Drinking Glasses

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You could call these tumblers titillating. That’s right — titillating. Small glass tumblers are incredibly versatile: they work as votive candle holders, casual drinking glasses, or candy dishes clustered on a coffee table. I’d been curious about glass paint that’s applied with a pen and baked on in the oven, so I decided to try … Read more

DIY Drywall Tips: Pro Techniques for Flawless Wall Installation

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Removing the wall and wrapping up the contractor’s work was thrilling, but we still have plenty to do before the space feels finished. Unless your idea of a beautiful dining room is raw studs and exposed plaster: Speaking of the contractor, several neighbors asked for Steve’s contact info after seeing the work. We only share … Read more

11 Ways to Reduce Toxic Chemicals in Your Home

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After finishing a porch chair makeover, I realized that as frequent DIYers, John and I probably expose ourselves to a lot of chemicals. When I felt woozy and nauseous after just ten minutes of spray painting, I wondered how harmful those substances really were. Were the effects only temporary, or could we be risking long-term … Read more

Convert a Lamp Into a Stylish Pendant Light in 5 Steps

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After more than a year without one, another bedroom finally has a ceiling light fixture — this time it’s Teddy’s room. It might sound dramatic, but having a proper ceiling light is surprisingly convenient when you’ve moved into a house that only had fixtures in the bathrooms. I first noticed this stick lamp on Joss … Read more

Fix a Leaky Pedestal Sink: Step-by-Step Repair Guide

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The weekend began with what felt like our largest plumbing job yet — mostly because it required shutting off water to the entire house. That meant I ended up with my hand in a muddy, bug-filled hole in the front yard, armed only with a tiny wrench. We were repairing a small leak that the … Read more

When a Psychic Showed Up at Our House: True Story #174

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On the eve of our big move to Florida, we reflected on how living with almost none of our belongings for three weeks reshaped our relationship with “stuff.” Downsizing taught us what we truly miss — and, surprisingly, many of those things weren’t what we expected. We also asked design and construction experts how the … Read more

Warm Your Home with Woven Textiles: Cozy Decorating Tips

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It recently struck us that woven textures have quietly made their way into almost every room of our home. We haven’t played favorites—everything from jute rugs to seagrass carpets and woven baskets has found a place, bringing warmth and a relaxed, layered look to our spaces. Natural-fiber rugs like jute add understated texture and a … Read more