Many of us want a more organized home, but are we approaching it the right way? In this episode we talk with a home efficiency expert about rethinking how we organize so it actually improves our day-to-day lives — helping us feel calmer at home, be more present with our kids, and even become more … Read more

Few houseplants are as resilient as philodendrons and pothos. We’ve written before about how fresh greenery breathes life into a home, both literally and visually, but even the hardiest vines can start to look unruly when they grow long and begin to snake around—think Little Shop of Horrors rather than a chic living room accent. … Read more

Excitement levels are rising — BHG has opened voting for the best outdoor transformation, and our porch makeover is in the running. We took part in their 48-Hour Challenge and now a $5,000 prize will go to the blogger who receives the most votes. With that money, we could tackle a long list of home … Read more

On May 25, 2006, Sherry and I officially became homeowners. It’s hard to believe three years have passed since we moved into our modest house. Between renovations, redecorating, and even hosting a backyard wedding, the time has flown, and celebrating our third anniversary at this address still feels surreal. To mark the milestone, we wanted … Read more

***This giveaway is no longer accepting entries – see who won below!*** And this week’s lucky winner is Amy (who says she has an “unhealthy addiction to my iPhone, between email, Facebook, Pinterest etc. but I put it away for family time.”) Congrats! Technology has become an essential part of our DIY lives — whether … Read more

We’re not suggesting green camouflage is the next big trend for pillows, curtains, or duvets — but a little curbside camouflaging can make a big difference. Here’s how our house looked after some much-needed shrub pruning and removal (we even had friendly strangers dig up our old bushes for free). Once the overgrown hedges were … Read more

We’re back with our second faux sheepskin DIY project (after sharing the first one earlier today). On a recent trip to Charlotte we visited Mary Jo’s Cloth Store, a massive 32,000-square-foot fabric warehouse packed with bolt after bolt of textiles. If they don’t have it there, it’s hard to imagine where you would find it. … Read more

Our big renovation project just kicked off this week (Sherry’s been sharing behind-the-scenes peeks on Instagram Stories), but I’ve already started another long-awaited project: digitizing our old photos. It may not have the same dramatic reveal as a renovation, but I’m genuinely excited to get this done. Photo clutter is something lots of people deal … Read more

You may recall us mentioning the charming “bed & breakfast” house around the corner a few times. We’ve admired it for years—not just for the in-ground pool, tennis court, and picnic area, but for the irresistible curb appeal. Here’s a photo we took during a snowstorm last year: When Sherry and I began house hunting … Read more

Update: Sorry about that recurring Amazon/B&N.com “out of stock” message. If you’ve been asking about getting our book (thank you!), you can order a signed copy from Fountain Bookstore (they’ll ship to your door) or try calling or visiting a Barnes & Noble near you — they seem easier to find in stores right now. … Read more