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I’m so excited to share the outdoor project that we have been working on! It was a lot of days in the heat to accomplish this makeover but it was SO worth it! Some small additions and a new layout made such a difference and elevated the whole space! You'll find me here all summer and by the fire in Fall!
The last two weeks of renovations was like building before the pandemic! SO many tradesmen were all a sudden showing up, materials were available and things were actually getting done! Here’s all the progress we’ve made …
Don’t we all love a good book…especially when they double as decor? Here are my 10 MUST-HAVE Coffee Table Books…
It’s no secret I love to thrift shop, but recently mom and I’ve been obsessed with shopping Estate Sales. Here are some of my favorite decor, at the moment, to find second-hand…
Digital Downloads are a perfect way to add art to your home on a budget. Here’s a quick tutorial on how to turn a digital file into a printed piece of art.
There’ve been many renovation projects we’ve tackled ourselves that have saved us LOADS of money. Once we discovered it would cost $8000+ in labor costs alone to install new windowpane glass throughout the cottage, we knew we had to DIY this project ourselves, and here’s how we did it…
Lighting is so much more than a bulb in a fixture. The color temperature of light plays a huge role in how our home makes us feel and the right light bulb has more benefits than meets the eye! Here’s my guide to lighting for every room…
We saved a ton of money by tackling big renovation projects ourselves including painting the exterior of our home. After several attempts and trying different methods, here are my tips on everything you need to paint your home like a pro.
It’s been one year (almost to the day!) since we got the keys to our 110-year-old home! If I’ve learned anything throughout this incredible experience it’s that good things take time, I can’t control the weather and I gotta just go with the flow sometimes! Let’s take a look back at some major moments in our renovation in 2021.
I knew our beadboard ceiling would be beautiful … eventually! I got to work on covering the holes with salvaged materials and tackled our “cotton candy” colored ceiling. Read more to see how I DIY’d this project…
Christmas is my favorite holiday of the year! I get so excited to bring out all my decor and bring it center stage on my mantel. See how I decorated my home in LA and some inspo for Christmas at the cottage next year!
My Holiday Gift Guide is here! I love to give you guys a little taste into some products that I’ve enjoyed throughout the year and maybe inspire your holiday wish list! Here are some of my favorite things…
I am getting one step closer to having the porch of my dreams! Here’s how a white door with a turquoise trim is evolving into a gorgeous cottage entryway…
I had no idea that our first DIY project at the cottage would be three weeks of hard work. Being involved in the restoration process of our century-old windows was not easy but totally worth the experience; here’s what I learned along the way…
I’ve been dreaming about driving up to the cottage and seeing what it would look like after it gets a fresh coat paint (and a porch, of course!). We are one step closer to achieving the beautiful curb appeal our cottage will have once it’s all done. Heres how we selected our exterior design details!
I’ve received so many questions from you guys via Instagram and from comments on YouTube regarding the cottage. Here are some frequently asked questions, answered, PLUS a few other fun facts about myself!
I’m not surprised that thrifting has had an influence in fall decor trends this year. I love inviting the nostalgic vibe that comes with a set vintage glassware or thrifted vases! Read to see how else thrifting is influencing fall 2021 decor.
It’s crazy to think that we’ve finalized all of the appliances and plumbing fixtures for the cottage. After several appointments at appliance stores and hours of online research, here’s what we chose for our cottage and, why.
We took a road trip to Canton, TX to shop at the worlds largest flea market! Take a peek at some of my favorite vintage finds from my 2 day shopping adventure.
I’ve always been enamored by the chaise lounge and it’s ability to make a stylish impact in any room it occupies. Here are a few of my favorite interior design moments which incorporate this iconic piece of furniture.
When heading to the thrift store isn’t an option, shops on Etsy sell some amazing second-hand decor, digital art and more! Here 5 of my current favorites!
As store shelves fill with new decor for the upcoming season, I’m sharing which seasons and Holidays I embrace and decorate for without breaking the bank.
My guide to organic modern design describes this serene style while also explaining why I love incorporating it into my unique designs.
I visted all the best places to shop for furniture that has new, contemporary, traditional, and of course, vintage decor! Here’s my guide to furniture shopping in Austin, Texas!
I love sunny California beach days! Packing the right things is so important to have a successful outing. Here are the go-to items I pack for a relaxing and perfect day at the beach…
Our LA home is officially redone with the completion of our laundry room! This small space had a TON of potential. Click to read how I transformed this room with cost-effective updates.
The coffee table is an iconic surface that deserves to be styled beautifully. Here are my 5 essential tips to decorating your homes coffee table for a cohesive look that compliments your home.
Things that are broken aren’t always trash… sometimes you just need to look at it with a different perspective or through a new lens. I love repurposing things that otherwise would be discarded and considered waste and I have truly fallen in love with these cracked china vases.