Office Makeover Checklist: Plan a Productive, Stylish Workspace

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Two quick notes up front: We updated yesterday’s door-painting post with wider exterior shots for everyone who asked, and we also refreshed our header. Sherry is working on a door hardware post (she’s editing photos and writing it up for tomorrow). But for now, we’re switching gears and talking about our office — because apparently … Read more

How Far Can You Go at Lowe’s: Store Distance and Services Guide

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7:30pm, Monday- SHERRY: The floors are looking great so far, don’t you think? JOHN: Definitely. Right, Burger? (Burger stands in quiet agreement) SHERRY: Do you think it’s odd there’s no baseboard against the brick? JOHN: No, it’s fine. SHERRY: Yeah, you’re right. It’s fine. 11:00pm, Monday- SHERRY: I’ve been thinking — it really is strange … Read more

Top August Superlatives: Standout Moments, Trends & Achievements

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It’s that time again — a quick look back at everything we tackled this month, gathered in one place for easy browsing. We also sprinkled in a few never-before-seen moments because we can’t help ourselves. This month was unusually busy: painting, organizing, building, rearranging, crafting, upholstering, changing light fixtures, coding, ORB-ing (yes, that’s a thing … Read more

2012 New Year Resolutions Guide

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Every year we publicly announce a few resolutions, hoping they’ll light a fire under us and help us actually follow through. So, without further ado (and accompanied by this in-progress photo of primed cabinet doors)… …here they are: Resolution #1 – Get Around: We’re looking forward to a better travel year. We’ve been invited to … Read more

Christmas Exterior House Decorating Ideas: Stylish Outdoor Displays

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This holiday season brought a string of firsts for our family. Clara is finally old enough to excitedly shout “I love you, Santa!” at the inflatables in store windows, we put up our first real tabletop tree, and this is our first full Christmas in our new house (last year we were still unpacking). But … Read more

Inspiration in Philadelphia’s Devil’s Alley: A Local’s Guide

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When my little sister Carrie showed us the streets of Philadelphia recently, she insisted we try her favorite brunch spot, Devil’s Alley Bar & Grill. We were excited to taste the corn pancakes and brioche French toast she raved about, and the food didn’t disappoint. At the same time, the restaurant’s thoughtful design captured our … Read more

Is It Christmas in September? Why Early Holiday Sales Start Now

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You might be wondering why we put up our Christmas decorations so early this year. We’re excited to share that we’ve been invited to write a regular column for R. Home magazine, Richmond’s bi-monthly home and design publication. After they discovered our blog last spring and featured our before-and-after story earlier this summer, the editors … Read more

Free Lawn Care Find: Save on Mowing Services and Equipment

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Have mower troubles or need to upgrade your outdoor equipment? This week you have a chance to win more than $1,400 worth of Husqvarna outdoor power tools. The winner will be able to choose any three items from a list of premium gear, including an all-wheel-drive walk-behind mower, a low-noise hedge trimmer, a heavy-duty chainsaw, … Read more

How to Build a Floating Picture Frame: Step-by-Step Guide

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Let’s make a floating frame. I tried a simple, low-cost frame hack that anyone can do with a few basic supplies or for just a few dollars if you need to buy them. If you like the look of a floating glass frame but don’t want to spend $20 or more, you can probably convert … Read more

Laundry Room Remodel Reveal: Stylish Storage & Smart Upgrades

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The laundry room is finally finished! We owe a big thanks to Lesley for inspiring us to carve out this dedicated laundry room — it feels like it was always part of the house. The new glass door at the end of the formerly dark hallway floods the space with light and completely transformed the … Read more