We dreamed of modern, cheerful green leather Parsons chairs around our chunky wood table from the moment we moved in. When we found inexpensive chairs for $25 and slipcovers for $23, we thought dyed-green covers would be the perfect solution. We tried dyeing two of the covers green, but they weren’t the right fit for … Read more
It’s Friday — time for some math and house stats. I’m a self-confessed facts-and-figures nerd, so when Sherry and I started noticing quirky details about our new house I immediately wanted to turn them into an infographic. Whether Sherry was genuinely excited or just humoring me to avoid unleashing my inner statistic-loving monster, this post … Read more
You may have heard me mention the cabinet we affectionately call our “decor store,” so here’s a clearer explanation of what it is and how it works. In short, it’s a dedicated place where I keep vases, shells, candles, vase filler, corks, starfish, decorative dishes and plates, and any other small accessories I might want … Read more
Q: Since you decorate, upgrade, or renovate your house for a living, do you ever feel like you’re always working on your home and not really getting to live in it and enjoy it? For example, if you spend all day cooking in the kitchen, by dinnertime you aren’t hungry or don’t even want to … Read more
Remember when we first debated painting the front porch siding back in fall 2011? (That’s why there’s a creepy Halloween wreath on the door in the photo.) We even picked a color—Flagstone by Martha Stewart—but by the time we were ready to paint the weather had turned too cold. The test swatches lived on the … Read more
Grilling season is here, and Saber Grills is giving away a premium grill plus $100 to kick off someone’s next cookout. The winner will be able to choose between two stainless steel options: a full-size Saber grill (retail value $999) or a built-in Saber model (retail value $1,199). Both grills are built by outdoor cooking … Read more
But before we get to the rest: an armadillo in the bathroom. Let’s talk about it. Everyone needs one, right? Decorating rules can feel subjective, but can we all agree a bathroom looks better with a little personality—like a golden armadillo? That print was a find from a local craft fair, created by an artist … Read more
With Christmas just around the corner, here’s a cheerful roundup of holiday projects we’ve created over the last few seasons. From table settings to DIY ornaments and simple decor tricks, these ideas are designed to be approachable, stylish, and easy to recreate. Let the festivities begin! First up: seasonal table decorating. Below are a few … Read more
Do you hear that high-pitched scream? That’s me in Richmond, thrilled to announce the office/guest room/playroom makeover is complete. Come on in and take a look. First, a quick reminder of how the room looked when we moved in: And here it is now — an efficient, light-filled office that also works as a guest … Read more
I like big globes and I cannot lie. You other brothers can’t deny. When a light walks in with an itty bitty waist… …and a round thing in your face, you get sprung. At least I do. John just gets all blown out and looks angelic. The point of that photo was to show why … Read more