How Bloggers Actually Make Money: 12 Real Ways to Earn from Blogging

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Consider this post an update to our article from two years ago where we first shared a few pie charts to illustrate how we spend our time and how we earn money as bloggers. Things have shifted a bit since then—not dramatically, but enough to warrant a fresh look. Below is a simplified, approximate breakdown … Read more

Free Fabbie Giveaway: More Than Words Collection Launch

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***This giveaway is no longer accepting entries – see who won below (along with some sweet discounts)!*** Before we announce our winners, here are two consolation prizes: discounts. Take 15% off your WordGarden order with code YoungHouseLove15 and enjoy 15% off an Everywhere We Look order with code YHL15. And now for the winners: random.org … Read more

Ombre Gradient Christmas Tree: Step-by-Step Decorating Guide

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In the words of Snooki… the party’s here! Woop woop—the tree is up. This year, now that Clara is older and we feel comfortable with most of the ornaments (we did buy a few shatter-proof ones for the very bottom), we decided on a gradient theme from white to hot pink to red. Boom goes … Read more

Prepare Your Guest Room: Smart Tips for a Welcoming Space

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We just found out our first overnight guests are arriving at the end of the month, and our guest room currently looks like this: Not acceptable — especially since the guests are my in-laws. Sherry’s mom and stepdad are traveling from New York to Richmond for some much-anticipated time with Clara, so we suddenly have … Read more

Two Kitchens, One Home: A Story of Renovation and Design

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Our holiday was full of family, laughter, and an almost comical number of Ikea boxes filling the duplex. This week we’re sharing how we tackled installing two kitchens over winter break — including the rocky start, the turning point, and the moment we finally saw the light (both literally and figuratively). We also got an … Read more

Throwing a Memorable First Birthday Party for Our Daughter

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We celebrated Clara’s first birthday like it was 1999. The party was a blast and—thanks to your collective anti-rain vibes—the weather even cleared up. Everyone’s virtually invited, so here’s a look at how the living room and the rest of the house were decked out. I made a fabric flag banner for Clara minutes before … Read more

Refinish a Wooden Table: Step-by-Step Guide for Smooth Results

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Who wants to refinish a table? If that’s you, great — we refinished two dining tables using elbow grease, no chemical strippers, and plenty of sanding. It’s a reminder that you can revive thrifted or handed-down furniture with a little time and the right approach. Why Refinish a Table? We needed two dining tables for … Read more

Create a Fun Arts & Crafts Room for Kids: Design Ideas and Tips

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Some of you might remember that back in January Sherry mentioned picking up these wood chairs from Target for “a side project we’re working on that we’ll share after we complete the bathroom.” The bathroom took longer than expected (you can see the finished product & full budget breakdown here), and along the way this … Read more

DIY Garden Trellis: Step-by-Step Guide to Build Your Own

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Behold our DIY wire trellis—something I’ve wanted to build for years, and I’m thrilled with the result. With just basic tools, wire, hooks and a climbing plant, you can create a clean, modern trellis that transforms a plain wall. A little planning goes a long way, so here’s a clear guide to help you make … Read more