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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…
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Thank You: Your Submission Has Been Received
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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.…
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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…
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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…
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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…
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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…
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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…
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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…
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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…
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