Creative Holiday Decor Ideas to Refresh Your Home Fast

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We put together this quick and easy holiday decorating video before our tree was completely finished (we shared the tree last week), but since we like to keep things in order, we thought it made more sense to publish this follow-up decorating video after the first tree installment. Good things come to those who wait, … Read more

Magazine Photoshoots Hosted at Our Home: Behind-the-Scenes Guide

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It’s a hectic—but delightful—day here at Casa Petersik. A photography crew from Better Homes & Gardens is on site to shoot our newly transformed nursery and our recently renovated bathroom for Kitchen + Bath Makeovers and Do It Yourself magazine. We’re thrilled to have them and can’t wait to see the final images. It’s been … Read more

U-Fab Freebie: Claim Your Stylish Fabric Sample Today

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For years, one of our favorite places to find great fabric on a budget has been a local shop called U-Fab, run by a young married couple. We’ve used their fabrics for everything from a headboard and dining room curtains to the backdrop for a recent pregnancy announcement. Now that they’ve launched an online shop, … Read more

Declutter Your Home Fast: Prep Tips Before a House Showing

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How do we learn here? By doing — and occasionally by panicking. So when someone called to say they wanted to see our house in an hour, we had a brief moment of panic. It lasted five to ten minutes. After that, we spent the remaining time on a focused, practical tidy-up to make the … Read more

Curveball That Upended Our Beach House Timeline

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Sherry has picked up a new side gig that I’m intentionally avoiding, and — spoiler — it’s already provided a perfect excuse for a shopping trip. We also missed our goal of spending a night at the beach house by the start of summer, thanks to an unexpected delay we couldn’t have planned for. In … Read more

DIY Paper Mache Narwhal Bust: Step-by-Step Guide for Beginners

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The built-in bookcases in the nursery are finally filled with board books, toys, stuffed animals, framed prints, and a few whimsical bits that I hope our little guy will enjoy looking at (and maybe chewing on). We even staged a simple paper-mâché craft on the bottom left shelf. Can you spot him? Meet Norman the … Read more

Add a Cozy Firepit to Your Backyard: Design, Placement & Safety

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This is one of the simplest, most delightful ways to add personality to your outdoor space, no matter how small. With just two chairs and a compact metal firepit, you can create an inviting focal point in minutes. It’s an easy upgrade that instantly makes your yard—or balcony, patio, or deck—feel cozy and welcoming. You … Read more

Free Finishing Touches: Quick Styling Tips for Polished Looks

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***This giveaway is no longer accepting entries*** We wanted to close out the year with a prize that celebrates the final, satisfying touches of a remodel or a quick furniture refresh. While big decisions like tile and paint take center stage in projects such as our bathroom renovation, the small details — fixtures, knobs, and … Read more

Wedding Week II: It’s Back — New Events, Highlights & Tips

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Our July 2007 wedding still feels like it happened yesterday, so it’s funny to realize that as of tomorrow we’ll have been married for two full years. Time really does fly. It’s hard to believe it’s already been a year since our first Wedding Week, when we shared lots of wedding details on the blog … Read more